Samsung has unveiled its first tablet computer called Galaxy Tab (Model: GT-P1000), at the Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) conference in Berlin. At 18cm (7in) and 380g (14oz) respectively, the portable device is smaller and lighter than Apple’s iPad and powered by Google’s Android operating system 2.2 , with a capacity of 16GB or 32GB, expandable by 32GB or more.
The Galaxy Tab uses Samsung’s “Reader’s Hub” for e-books and the “Media Hub” for music or videos and will be able to connect via 3G networks, as well as Wi-Fi and Blue-tooth. Furthermore, it supports Flash and can stream content to a TV. The organisation hopes that this device will provide users with an alternative way to experience multimedia content and enjoy Internet services on the go. While it may appear similar to the iPad at first glance, the Galaxy Tab can also make calls (including video calls) and there is an expectation that other models of the device will be released in future as Samsung describe the Galaxy Tab as “the first of the company’s tablet devices”.
Other features of the 7-inch device include, a Cortex A8 1.0GHz application processor, HD video support in various multimedia formats that include DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, H.264 etc. and face-to-face video telephony over 3G with its front- and rear-facing cameras.
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Do you see consumers benefiting with the increasing number of tablet computer manufacturers?
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Instant Fundas
September 13, 2010 at 10:58 am
I bet everyone of these iPad competitors will be better than the iPad. I’m also waiting for the $35 Indian tablet.
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September 13, 2010 at 1:19 pm
now this is a true iPad competitior and I love android too.
Admin
September 13, 2010 at 2:29 pm
It’s interesting how all of a sudden Android is starting to resonate with a lot of people these days.
Sandra
August 27, 2011 at 1:46 pm
Because it has become more mainstream.
Android is not just for geeks anymore. Look at the popularity of the samsung galaxy phones.
And Apple is not liking the competition. They are scared of Sony, so now they sue the hell out of them. Very sad.
Teake van der meer
September 18, 2011 at 4:57 am
Well they are succeeding, Samsung Galaxy products are banned now in many places in Europe. Including the Tab.
It’s low from Apple but it’s working.
Sarah
September 14, 2010 at 5:37 am
It’s great to see other companies competing with Apple. Consumers can only benefit from increased competition because hopefully it will encourage companies to offer high quality tablet computers at competitive prices. I will be watching to see how the market plays out.
Chris
June 27, 2011 at 10:12 pm
Very nice post great read bookmarked 🙂
Keith
July 28, 2011 at 8:24 am
I am appreciative to the idea of this product launching. The design seem very thought and compact, making it possible to choose it due to reliability and durability. It seems that the feature in this Samsung can not be doubted. I consider Galaxy Tab can be great gadget for everyone’s willingness.