RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (Samsung) today announced the introduction of the new Galaxy Tab A™, delivering an assortment of benefits to better connect with people, entertainment, work and more. Featuring an extremely thin design, the Galaxy Tab A™ is a lightweight portable tablet for everyone in the family.
“This latest addition includes some of the best features of the Samsung Galaxy Tab series, while streamlining connectivity,” said Gary Riding, senior vice president, Mobile Computing at Samsung Electronics America. “The tablet will let users connect to everything that matters, from family members, friends and colleagues, to work and entertainment content, as well as other smart Samsung devices.”
The Galaxy Tab A™ is designed to fit seamlessly into your life through useful features, from letting kids learn in Kids Mode*, a fun and safe environment, to providing a personalized tablet experience in Multi User Mode. The Galaxy Tab A™ is the perfect fit for every member of your family both young and young-at-heart. Additionally, the tablet’s 4:3 aspect ratio and Adaptive Display ensures the optimal viewing experience, automatically adjusting color gamut, contrast and sharpness to content on the screen -- making it a great tablet for reading, watching a movie or surfing the internet.
For those looking to create and connect with more, the Galaxy Tab A™ lets you do so with ease through a range of features. Multi Window allows for easy multitasking, and with Microsoft Office for Android you can review and save changes to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel on your tablet. Plus, with an additional 100 GB of storage on Microsoft OneDrive™, complimentary for two years, you can keep all of your favorite photos, videos and documents in one place. The Galaxy Tab A™ also comes loaded with a variety of Galaxy Essentials and Galaxy Gifts from the world’s leading premium mobile content and service providers, available for free via download and chosen to make your experience with the device even more enjoyable. Additionally, Samsung’s Milk Music™, a streaming radio service that’s an instant and fun way to discover and play the music you want to hear, will come pre-loaded on the tablet.
Featuring a range of tools such as Quick Connect, SideSync® 4.0 and Smart Switch, the Galaxy Tab A™ makes it easier than ever to share your content across most Galaxy devices, while connecting and controlling your Samsung ecosystem.
Available for pre-order from major retailers and at Samsung.com starting today, Galaxy Tab A™ will be in stores nationwide, including Best Buy, HH Gregg and Amazon starting on May 1. Consumers will have the choice between the 8.0-inch Galaxy Tab A™ at $229.99 and the 9.7-inch version at $299.99 – both offered in White, Smoky Titanium and Smoky Blue. Additionally, a 9.7-inch Galaxy Tab A™ version in Smoky Titanium will include an S-Pen for $349.99 and will be available for sale starting May 17.
For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
*Kids Mode downloadable from Samsung Galaxy Essentials
About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), is a recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and technology. A wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA delivers a broad range of digital consumer electronics, mobile products and wearables, wireless infrastructure, IT and home appliance products. Samsung is the market leader for HDTVs in the U.S. and one of America’s fastest growing home appliance brand. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies, redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical equipment, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions. We are also leading in the Internet of Things space through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. We employ 307,000 people across 84 countries with annual sales of US $196 billion. To discover more, please visit our official website at www.samsung.com and our official blog at global.samsungtomorrow.com.
Samsung, Galaxy, Tab A, and Milk Music are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
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Galaxy Tab A™ 8.0 and Galaxy Tab A™ 9.7 Product Specifications |
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| Category | Specifications | |
| Network | Wi-Fi Only | |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad-Core | |
| Display |
1024 x 768 Pixel XGA PLS TFT (8" and 9.7”) |
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| OS | Android 5.0 (Lollipop) | |
| Camera | 5MP (rear), 2MP (front) | |
| Video | Full 1080p Playback, HD 720p Recording | |
| Audio | 3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo Speaker | |
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Additional
Features |
Galaxy Apps, Calculator, Camera, Contacts, Email, Gallery, Help, Internet, Memo, Music, My Files, Calendar, Settings, Video, Clock, Screensaver, Smart Manager, Side Sync, Samsung’s Milk Music, Microsoft Office, One Drive, Netflix |
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| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0, USB 2.0 | |
| GPS | GPS + GLONASS | |
| Memory | 1.5GB RAM, 16/32GB Storage, MicroSD (up to 128GB) | |
| Resolution |
1024 x 768 Pixel |
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| Dimensions | 137.9 x 208.4 x 7.5mm (8”), 166.8 x 242.5 x 7.5 mm (9.7”) | |
| Battery |
3.8 Volt, Lithium-Ion, 4200mAh (8”)
3.8 Volt, Lithium-Ion, 6000 mAh (9.7”) |
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