Until now, if you wanted to buy a Samsung smartphone or tablet with the stylus S-Pen, I had to buy a high-end one, but now that's over thanks to the new Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus that has just been officially presented. The tablet has the well-known stylus S-Pen, despite having a price more typical of a tablet Midrange.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus
In reality, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus isn't a completely new tablet. We already knew about the possibility of its release, although it was only now that it was officially unveiled. Furthermore, it's based on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A, which was already available. The improvements over the latter are not many, but the truth is that the few improvements are relatively notable. This is the case, for example, of the RAM which becomes 2 GB, instead of being 1,5 GB, but mostly pointer S-Pen.
This model takes the base of the Tab A and powers it up with the stand for precise pencil entry, something that until now was reserved for premium equipment. In everyday life it translates into smoother multitasking, natural writing and greater comfort for those who study, work or draw.
The S-Pen provides practical tools such as note taking On-the-fly annotation, screenshots or PDFs, and finer control in design apps. The feeling of absolute control, with clean lines and no need to charge the battery on this family of tablets with an integrated digitizer.
- Productivity: handwritten notes, quick edits, and precise organization of ideas.
- Creativity: Sketching, coloring, and retouching in compatible third-party apps.
- Learning: underlining documents, solving exercises and natural cursive writing.
If you're coming from a tablet without a pen, you'll notice a jump in comfort and in the way we interact with the screen, with gestures and actions that speed up everyday tasks.
With S-Pen pointer
And in reality the case of the S-Pen pointer is not something without any relevance, because the truth is that it is the The company's first non-high-end tablet which has said stylus. Until now, it had always been the Samsung Galaxy Note that had featured the S-Pen, but this Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus becomes the most affordable tablet with which we can get this Samsung S-Pen. The tablet has already been launched in France, so its price would also apply in our country. It costs 339 Euros, a lower price than today's high-end tablets, which cost around €500. A good option for those looking for a tablet with an S-Pen that's also affordable.
It is worth remembering that pencil compatibility is not universal Among all Samsung tablets: models such as Galaxy Tab S High-end models often include S-Pen or advanced support, while other ranges may not be compatible. To ensure full functionality, it is recommended use the specific S-Pen of the model, since each device is calibrated for its own digitizer.
In case of common doubts (for example, confusion with equipment in the series Tab A9+), the essential thing is to verify that the tablet incorporates active digitizerIn some in-store demonstrations, a stylus may appear to be working, but without that dedicated hardware, you won't get real response or reliable palm rejection.
Regarding the cost, the price can vary by trade, promotions, or online transactions. It's a good idea to compare and review each store's offer or financing policies before purchasing.
Storage note: the available memory For the user, it is less than the total capacity, as part of it is occupied by the system and pre-installed software. This figure may change after updates or operator settings.
For those looking for a Samsung tablet with a stylus at an affordable price, the Galaxy Tab A Plus offers the equilibrium suitable: solid performance, integrated writing and drawing functions and a minimal learning curve to transform the way you study, work and create.

