Product Details
- Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 4.8 x 0.4 inches ; 12.2 ounces
- Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- ASIN: B005N130Y4
- Item model number: GT-P6210MAYXAR
By : Samsung
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Price : $299.99
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Product Description
Style Name: 16 GB
Amazon.com Product Description
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus offers the power of a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, 16 GB onboard memory, and Android 3.2 Honeycomb in an ultra-portable package. Not only does the Galaxy Tab have a 7-inch screen with a 1,024-by-600-pixel resolution and two cameras--it also features software that lets you navigate and control TV, play thousands of games, and access millions of web pages with Adobe Flash Player. The Galaxy Tab lets you take entertainment to the next level--and take it with you in your back pocket.
- 7-inch widescreen display with 1,024-by-600 resolution
- Portable at 0.76 pounds and 10 millimeters thick
- Adobe Flash Player for unrestricted web browsing
- Android 3.2 OS with open access to over 250,000 apps
- Dual-core 1.2 GHz processor provides power and speed
- One-year warranty
Big Performance in a Small Package
Experience a rich multimedia experience in a compact form factor with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus. The 7.0 Plus combines a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and a brilliant 7-inch display into a compact package that weighs 0.76 pounds and is less than 10 millimeters thick. This compact size makes it easy to fit into a handbag or pocket, ensuring that you can take it anywhere you go.
A microSD card slot lets you add more storage so you can take your digital music library and photos with you. This version of the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus offers 16 GB of onboard memory. Samsung also offers a 32 GB version.
Android 3.2 Honeycomb with Flash and TouchWiz
The 7.0 Plus runs on the Android 3.2 Honeycomb operating system for a fast, seamless computing experience. With Adobe Flash Player built in, the web browser can render pages and programs that use Flash, including games, videos, and more. You'll also be able to video chat with your friends using the Google Talk video chat application. More than 250,000 compatible apps are available for download at the Android Market.
Samsung also includes its TouchWiz interface, which brings live panels onto the screen of your tablet, so you're always connected with the world in real time, with updates happening continuously.
Entertainment at Home and On the Go
The new Smart Remote App powered by Peel lets you take entertainment to the next level by letting you navigate and control TV right from the 7.0 Plus. The built-in IR allows the tab to act as an advanced universal remote so you can control A/V equipment with your tab, and the Smart Remote App automatically finds your favorite shows and recommends new ones.
Samsung's Hub services (Media Hub and Social Hub) offer TV, movies, books, and magazines, so you'll always have access to entertainment wherever you are. You'll also have access to Netflix, Amazon Kindle books, and more.
Front and Rear-Facing Cameras
The 7.0 Plus features a 3 megapixel camera that can shoot 720p HD video, so you can capture high quality video and stills and then enjoy them on the brilliant 7-inch display. In addition, a front-facing 2 megapixel camera lets you record yourself for podcasts or web chats.
Get More Work Done with Advanced Enterprise Support
It's not just all fun and games; when it's time to get down to business, the 7.0 Plus is right there with you. With support for Microsoft Exchange, as well as full support for EAS v14, MDM, VPN, WebEx, and on-device encryption, you'll be able to get more work done.
What's in the Box
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus (16 GB), 30-pin IF connector, charger and plug, earphones, product registration, and instruction manual.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus 16GB (Dual Core, Universal Remote, WiFi)
Technical Details
- Honey Comb 3.2 plus TouchWiz
- Dual Core 1.2 GHZ
- WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 2.0
- 3.0 MP rear camera, 2.0 MP front camera
Customer Reviews
After reading a few theoretical reviews, I thought I would post a very early review based on one whole day of using my Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus (which I've updated a couple of times). I've rated it overall 4, which is 5 for the Tab and 3 for a premium price. There are certainly less expensive tablets, but I think this one really does have class-leading features. It's up to you whether you think the features justify the price or whether you want to wait for the next better-faster-cheaper version.
Not much to say about the design, it's a slab but the build quality is excellent and it feels very solid. I bought this specifically because it's a 7" form factor, and I wanted portable and pocketable which this delivers. I've posted a picture of what's in the box, it's just the tablet, charger and cable [see photo on the product page]. Don't plan on learning much from the "manual", which is a tiny little booklet. One thing I can't say is whether it has Gorilla Glass like the original Tab. I hope so, but Samsung doesn't say much as Amazon shipped before the release date -- heck, Samsung won't even let me register it yet. The screen quality, brightness and resolution is excellent although I did wind up disabling auto brightness as I thought it kept things a little dark. Easily fixed by manually setting the brightness to about 60%. The auto setting was probably to save battery life, which seems excellent. Charged to 100% this morning, and after a day of light usage (web browsing, wifi on all day, an hour of music listening, dozen or so apps loaded, 15 minutes of navigation) I still have 51% remaining after a day of usage. [11/6] I'm still happy with battery life, but I will say watching Netflix looks like it would only last about 4-5 hours.
Honeycomb with this tablet is extremely responsive, and I didn't find Touch Wiz intrusive. Actually everything pretty much just works the way you'd hope. GPS and Google Maps worked great, got sat lock in only a few minutes sitting on the passenger seat of the car. Local driving, but Google Maps cached enough that nav worked great. [11/6] In answer to several comments, the GPS works without wifi. Google Maps caches some local coverage, and there are standalone nav apps that have broader coverage. If traffic updates are important, you won't get them with no wifi.
Tried the camera, it's point-and-shoot cellphone quality but nothing approaching even my Lumix camera let alone a DSLR. [11/12] But apps like Barcode Scanner and Skype make good use of the cameras. The touchscreen is very responsive, and Netflix and Youtube looked great on my home wifi. No problems at all with any of the apps I downloaded, they all ran and looked great. [11/12] The 1.5.14 Pandora update fixes my previous UI complaint, so Pandora now looks as good as it sounds. If you want to pretend to buy this for work with a clear conscience, I also setup the built-in VPN client and was able to load a free RDP application (Pocketcloud) from the Android market to access our Windows servers just fine. [11/12] The Peel Smart Remote folks never answered their email support form (why bother to have it if you don't respond?), but their 1.2.6 update did deliver basic support for my Time Warner/Motorola DVR so I've now had a chance to use the built-in remote. The personalized program guide is nice and I might actually use it. But the remote functions supported are pretty basic so I'll still be using my Logitech Harmony - maybe they'll create an app!
If you're looking for a smaller tablet with all the bells and whistles, I think you'd be happy with this one.
UPDATED - 12/31/11
In a never ending quest for the perfect tablet, I have now replaced my 7.0 Plus (now for sale here) with a Galaxy Tab 8.9 Which I got for $399 at BustBuy. The 8.9 is slim and much lighter than the full size tablets but still large enough to be able to type on the virtual keyboard with two hands. In addition, the screen resolution is incredible at 1280 X 800 vs. 1024 X 600 for the better 7" tablets.
EXPERIENCE WITH TABLETS (pre-8.9)
I use tablets mainly for browsing and reading blogs. (I use a smart phone for GPS and camera and laptop for anything requiring much typing.) This was my third tablet starting with the original iPad which I kept for only a week because it was too heavy to hold up and was killing my neck and shoulders from hunching over if on my lap. (I realize that my ergonomic problems do not apply to everyone.) I then found the 7" Archos 70 Internet Tablet which was extremely light at about 11 oz, although with limited resolution (800 X 480) and not much horsepower.
SAMSUG 7.0 PLUS VS OTHER NEW 7" TABLETS
The Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus weighs 12.2 oz (much slimmer and lighter than the original Tab). The Kindle Fire is heavier at 14.6 oz and lacks other features such as GPS and camera. The Iconia A100 is also much too heavy (at over a pound) and supposedly has display viewing issues. Although the Kindle Fire price is half ($199 vs $399), the Fire is in its first generation, the specs are not as good, it lacks important features as previously mentioned, and from what I can tell from the reviews, also has a UI overlay that ties you into the Amazon system (which some might like). You get what you pay for, although I have heard that Amazon subsidizes the Fire to the tune of $50 and makes no profit. It is supposed to have a super fast browser due assisted by its Amazon's cloud services. The premium 7" tablets are all at about $330-400 and the price is worth it.
CASE AND HANDLING
For a case for the 7.0 Plus, I got the Navitech Black Bycast Leather Flip Open Book Style Carry Case (make sure you get the one for the 7.0 Plus). The case is also very light and I use it in landscape mode with the cover hanging down below to assist in holding the device up (one had on each side) while resting my elbows on the bed or couch while lying down (for long term use). Some have criticized the Galaxy tabs as being plain slabs in terms of aesthetics (I actually like them), but the build quality is excellent and it doesn't really matter if you have it in a case.
OS AND USER INTERFACE
As for Honeycomb 3.2 and TouchWiz (the latter being unique to Samsung), the jury is still out. The Home, Back, and Settings icons and access have been rearranged and I'm not sure if I prefer the new way. (After a couple of weeks, I like the Honeycomb changes. The new settings access control is much handier. The TouchWiz overlay extras are nifty and don't get in the way. I have not tried the camera or universal remote yet. Battery life seems good so far.
7.7: THE NEXT BEST THING?
If you want to wait and spend a lot more money (which I did not), the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is on its way. Although larger, it is actually a little lighter (11.86 oz) and thinner (I think because it lacks the universal remote transmitter, not sure), and has a Super AMOLED higher resolution (1280 X 800) display. My Samsung Infuse 4G has the Super AMOLED display and it is really something and definitely superior to the 7.0 Plus screen, nice as it is. No word yet on pricing or availability, although I think I saw a guess of $599-699. This is going to be their super premium tablet.
ERGONOMICS OF TABLETS
As you can see, I am obsessed with ergonomics as I have had some old injuries to back and shoulder. I am afraid that the larger tablets are going to prove to be ergonomic disasters for long term use for many people (not all) because of the need to either hunch over or reach up with your arms and hands depending on how they must be positioned. And you certainly can't sit for very long with your feet up on a table as pictured in the iPad ads.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus 16GB (Dual Core, Universal Remote, WiFi)
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