On some occasion we have talked about the imminent arrival of tablets Samsung Galaxy Tab A, but we didn't think it was so close to being announced. The fact is that at an event held in Russia, the Korean company announced the arrival of this new device, the most interesting detail of which is that the screen has a 4: 3 aspect, so the panoramic format is abandoned. This ratio favors reading and productivity, by displaying more vertical content and allowing apps in parallel panels.
The truth is that nothing was known about the possible announcement (in some media its presence in the FCC has been leaked), but the truth is that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A are a reality. There will be two models on the market: one 8 inches and the other 9,7 inches, and in terms of resolution, this is set at 1.024 x 768 in both cases. A larger panel Square as this is comfortable for navigate and write, in addition to offering better use in portrait mode.
By the way, as you can see in the image above, its appearance looks a lot like the one on the Nexus 9 from the Mountain View company, so the use of some applications with two columns in parallel will be possible -an example is Google Now- and, therefore, there is a gain in productivity.
The rest of the hardware
As far as the core components are concerned, what has been announced is that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A models come with a processor with Cortex-A53 architecture (the specific model has not been revealed) and that there will be models with 4G connectivity. If we add to this the fact that its RAM will be 2 GB, it is clear that this is a very capable device. In later generations and configurations of the Tab A family, options with Eight core CPU, WiFi only variants and memory 3–4 GB of RAM, aimed at fluid use in light multitasking.
Others details that have been known about this new Samsung Galaxy Tab A are those listed below (there are some that have not been revealed at the moment, it must be said):
- The main camera of both models is 5 megapixels and the secondary 2 Mpx
- Thickness of 7,5 mm
- Battery: the 8-inch model 4.000 mAh, the 9,7 includes a 6.000 mAh charge
In addition, versions with a 16:9 ratio have been added to the Galaxy Tab A line. long lasting batteries of around 7.040 mAh and 15W fast charge, designed to withstand a day of use. Internal storage can be 64 or 128 GB depending on the version, expandable by microSD card up to 1 TB to carry more apps, videos and documents. For entertainment, some models integrate four speakers with surround sound compatible with Dolby Atmos (3D sound) for a more immersive experience.
Features and software
It should be noted that with the images that have been known, it is not possible to determine the Android version used by the new Samsung Galaxy Tab A, but what is certain is that they arrive with the new TouchWiz interface which includes less bloatware, so everything points to Lollipop. Along with this, the family has been adopting more current layers with improvements in stability and consumption, without neglecting the to maximise security and your enjoyment. thanks to Samsung Knox and the parental control for a child-friendly environment.
Mode dark It helps reduce eye strain and, at the same time, save energy during extended sessions. For multimedia playback, the Galaxy Tab A supports the most common video formats: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM. Video playback resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 60 fps. In audio, they admit MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, so you won't have any problems with your songs or podcasts.
Evolution of the Galaxy Tab A range
The Galaxy Tab A series has grown with models designed to offer the best quality/price ratio. There are versions with screens of 10,4 to 11 inches, very metallic designs light (around 7 mm thick), and configurations with WiFi or mobile connectivity. Some variants such as the recent ones in this family integrate surround sound from multiple speakers, and options for 128 GB internal storage.
In this evolution, an accessible model stands out with 10,5 inches and resolution Full HD, eight-core processor, 3–4 GB of RAMconnector USB‑C y 3,5mm port for headphones. It doesn't aim to be the most powerful on the market, but it is ideal for read, watch movies or series and enjoy casual games. Compared to the Galaxy Tab S range, which is more focused on the maximum power, the Tab A family prioritizes balance, autonomy and price.
No date for its release
Regarding the exact date of putting the new tablets on sale, as well as the price that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A. But taking into account what has been known, the normal thing is that its cost does not exceed 275 euros. If so, it would be a product with a very good quality/price ratio. The figures, as always, may vary depending on the setting, promotions or options such as device care plans or renewal programs.
It is clear that the Galaxy Tab A proposal was born with the focus on the reading comfort of the 4:3 format and has been adding very complete options in battery, audio, to maximise security and your enjoyment. y storage, keeping the price under control to become a solid alternative for light work, study and entertainment.
