Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Review
As you will see in this Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 review there are features for the tablet from Samsung, such as the pressure-sensitive S Pen, that can make it unique and enjoyable for gadget enthusiasts. The first impression when you hold the tablet in your hands may be of a futuristic style hi-tech device with lots of cool features. The appearance of the device is in a way similar to the one of others from Samsung, like Galaxy Tab, both versions. You can convince yourself about the great features of this product in the paragraphs below. This tablet is designed for both casual everyday users and the more hardcore artsy type of users.
Design
The design of Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is unique, but it is not very minimalistic. The tablet has rounded corners and shapes similar to iPad 3, similar weight and footprint and also a color that resembles the solution from Apple. Among the available colors, the main one is glossy white, but you can also find dark versions, which you may prefer because they may seem less contrasted. A silvery edge surrounds the tablet. The gadget is very thin and made from lightweight plastic. The surface is resistant to scratches and has a glossy look. The plastic feels quite solid and has a good grip. The rear panel seems a little flexible in comparison to the rest of the case, which is hard.
On the edge, you can find a pair of stereo speakers. On the front, there is a camera of 1.9 megapixels, featuring an ambilight sensor. Unlike the standard Galaxy Note, the tablet cannot be used as a mobile phone and it has no speaker for this. Instead, you can make VoIP calls. On the upper edge, you can find a 3.5 mm jack for headphones, a microSD slot and a microSIM slot. The design gives the tablet a modern appearance, but also a powerful one.
Operating System
Galaxy Note 10.1 has Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich as operating system, with the Touchwiz user interface from Samsung. There are many customizable options for the home screen, which can be difficult to comprehend at first. In order to make things easier, Samsung included a pressure sensitive S Pen, for writing and for artists, that can make this tablet unique and extends it use. The applications are meant to be creative and fun and many users may love the available options. For example, you can make drawings with the use of the stylus and drawing software. The OS is upgradeable to Jelly Bean.
Product Specs
The weight of 595 grams make the product lighter than many other tablets, beating iPad versions 1 and 2. Note 10.1 features a quad core processor of 1.4 GHz named Exynos 4410 and 2GB of memory, dual channel capable. The internal memory meant for storage is of 16 GB, up to 64 and you also have a detachable microSD card of 32, also up to 64 GB. The display is WXGA, has 10.1 inches and supports a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels, offering a great vividness of colors. It is basically the same display used for the initial Galaxy Tab.
The battery is a Standard Li-Ion of 7000 mAh, but it has a large size. This battery can bring a lot of performance in combination with the quad core processor, but it also has a prolonged life. A standard 30 pin connector is used for charging and connectivity with other devices. When it comes to Bluetooth, the technology used is 4.0. There are two cameras available, one of 1.9 megapixels on the front and a rear camera of 5 megapixels with LED flash and autofocus.
You can also find value add features, such as Multi-Screen, TouchWiz, Photoshop Touch, Samsung Apps and Hub, A-GPS, S-GPS, Google Mobile Services, Smart Stay, Glonass, Google Play, S Pen Experience, etc. For connectivity, you can have Bluetooth, AllShare Play, AllShare Cast, USB 2.0 Host, Wi-Fi Channel Bonding, Wi-FI 802.11, Wi-Fi Direct, Kies and Kies Air. As sensors, these are the best features: accelerometer, light, digital compass and gyroscope.
Performance
With the quad core processor based on A9 and its 2GB of memory, the tablet has more power than many other gadgets of its type. The true power of this device could be seen when you try to change the size of a video during playback and also move it while other applications are running in the background. The gaming performance is astounding, because of the graphics processor called ARM Mali-400 MP4 and the dual channel memory controller running on 32 bit. The newest games run smooth on this tablet.
Conclusion
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is different than any other tablet on the market, because of its unique features. These features are: the futuristic stylus and tablet design, support for the latest technologies, ultra slim design and a high performance. As you have learned from this Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 review the tablet is a compact combination of performance, versatility, easiness in use and innovative design.
Galaxy Note 10.1 has Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich as operating system, with the Touchwiz user interface from Samsung. There are many customizable options for the home screen, which can be difficult to comprehend at first. In order to make things easier, Samsung included a pressure sensitive S Pen, for writing and for artists, that can make this tablet unique and extends it use. The applications are meant to be creative and fun and many users may love the available options. For example, you can make drawings with the use of the stylus and drawing software. The OS is upgradeable to Jelly Bean.
Product Specs
The weight of 595 grams make the product lighter than many other tablets, beating iPad versions 1 and 2. Note 10.1 features a quad core processor of 1.4 GHz named Exynos 4410 and 2GB of memory, dual channel capable. The internal memory meant for storage is of 16 GB, up to 64 and you also have a detachable microSD card of 32, also up to 64 GB. The display is WXGA, has 10.1 inches and supports a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels, offering a great vividness of colors. It is basically the same display used for the initial Galaxy Tab.
The battery is a Standard Li-Ion of 7000 mAh, but it has a large size. This battery can bring a lot of performance in combination with the quad core processor, but it also has a prolonged life. A standard 30 pin connector is used for charging and connectivity with other devices. When it comes to Bluetooth, the technology used is 4.0. There are two cameras available, one of 1.9 megapixels on the front and a rear camera of 5 megapixels with LED flash and autofocus.
You can also find value add features, such as Multi-Screen, TouchWiz, Photoshop Touch, Samsung Apps and Hub, A-GPS, S-GPS, Google Mobile Services, Smart Stay, Glonass, Google Play, S Pen Experience, etc. For connectivity, you can have Bluetooth, AllShare Play, AllShare Cast, USB 2.0 Host, Wi-Fi Channel Bonding, Wi-FI 802.11, Wi-Fi Direct, Kies and Kies Air. As sensors, these are the best features: accelerometer, light, digital compass and gyroscope.
Performance
With the quad core processor based on A9 and its 2GB of memory, the tablet has more power than many other gadgets of its type. The true power of this device could be seen when you try to change the size of a video during playback and also move it while other applications are running in the background. The gaming performance is astounding, because of the graphics processor called ARM Mali-400 MP4 and the dual channel memory controller running on 32 bit. The newest games run smooth on this tablet.
Conclusion
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is different than any other tablet on the market, because of its unique features. These features are: the futuristic stylus and tablet design, support for the latest technologies, ultra slim design and a high performance. As you have learned from this Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 review the tablet is a compact combination of performance, versatility, easiness in use and innovative design.