GALAXY TAB S8 Ultra is an iPad Pro rival

This size feeling, no experience.

A new flagship tablet "Galaxy Tab S8 Series" has appeared from Samsung.Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, which is larger, powerful and expensive than other models.This premium tablet is positioned as a substitute for laptops, and is a direct rival of Apple's "iPad Pro" due to its high price.

In the Samsung event "Galaxy Unpacked", not only Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra but also "Galaxy Tab S8" and "Galaxy Tab S8+" were announced.Galaxy Tab S8+is a small version of ULTRA in many ways, and the Galaxy Tab S8 is like an iPad Air, which has no luxurious functions and reduces prices.

All of Samsung announced in "Galaxy Unpacked"

These new products, especially the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, have bold bets on whether the state -of -the -art hardware and the DEX app can break the limit of the tablet.

Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is a rival of iPad Pro, which is replaced by laptops

The first eye -catching Galaxy Tab S8 ULTRA is the 14.6 inch/2960 x 1848 dots, a refresh rate of 120Hz Super AMOLED display.

I have seen this panel spec on Galaxy Tab S7+(S8+this time), but the size is much larger.As shown in the image below, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is much larger than other models and has a larger display area than a 12.9 -inch iPad Pro.

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra size is 12.9 x 8.2 x 0.22 inches and weighs 1.6 pounds (about 0.7 kg), which is quite large for a tablet.It may be hard to carry, but a beautiful big screen display is perfect for watching movies.I would like to compare which is more beautiful with the mini LED display mounted on the iPad Pro.

The reason Samsung made the screen large is to improve the immersion of the video and improve the multitasking.In addition to enlarging the display, the bezel width is reduced to 6.3 mm, and the area ratio of the main body is the highest in Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.However, thanks to this slim frame, a notch will be installed at the top of the screen.It's ironic for Samsung, who has been ridiculed Apple.

According to TM ROH, president of Samsung and MX Division, "As the dependence on the video increased, the most attractive function of the tablet became a large screen and portable. We have many years of mobile experience.The Galaxy Tab S8 series has been improved and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has expanded the limit of tablet potential. "

Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra only has graphite collar.The exterior uses "Armor Aluminum", so it should be excellent in durability.This alloy is also used in Samsung's folding smartphone, and has improved the scratch resistance of Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra by 30 % and the difficulty of turning by 40 %.

Fortunately, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra revived magnet style storage.The tear -type magnet fixes the S pen, so you don't have to lose the S pen somewhere after use.In the S pen, "predicted algorithm" was added, and the latency was reduced to 2.8 milliseconds.Even in a short hands -on, the pen response was good, and the ease of holding the slender shape was impressive.Samsung sings, "Slide the pen on paper" is more real, and you will need more tests.

In terms of specifications, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is equipped with a 4NM -manufactured eight -core processor (probably a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 of Qualcom), combining 16GB RAM and up to 512GB of SSDs.If you need more capacity to save photos and videos, you can extend the storage to 1TB with a microSD card.

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has a 13 -megapixel standard camera on the back, a 6 -megapixel ultra -wide -angle camera, and a 12 -megapixel (wide -angle and ultra -wide angle) dual camera on the front.In addition, Samsung's new "auto -framing technology" will automatically adjust the frame position, such as the "center stage function" of the iPad Pro, and performs zoom -in and zoom out.

Samsung does not clarify the specific battery drive time, but the Galaxy Tab S8 series has a "All -Day battery" that supports long -term video playback.As a charging specification, the Galaxy Tab S8 ULTRA 1200mAh battery will be 0 % to 100 % in 90 minutes.The Galaxy Tab S8+19,90mAh battery and the 8000mAh battery of Galaxy Tab S8 can be charged in just 80 minutes by rapid charging of 45W.When a USB-C cable is connected, the Galaxy Tab S8 tablet also functions as a Portable charger for Galaxy smartphones.

The keyboard specially developed for Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is also attractive.This keyboard, called "Book Cover Keyboard", has all the functions to transform tablets into laptops, such as wide keys, backlights, customized shortcut settings, glass touchpads, and adjustable stands.I am.

Standard Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8+

Galaxy Tab S8+is a very intermediate model that combines the functions of Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra and entry model.

The main unit is equipped with a 12.4 inch / 2800 x 1752 dot Super AMOLED display.On the other hand, the standard Galaxy Tab S8 is the smallest 11 -inch / 2560 x 1600 dot display, a standard LTPS TFT panel with low contrast and black level.Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S8+have a fingerprint sensor under the display, but the standard model has a physical fingerprint sensor on the main body side.

Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8+are equipped with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.However, using a 1TB SD card will allow you to use storage comparable to Ultra.Another difference is the camera, all three tablets are equipped with the same dual camera, but only Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra uses 12 million pixel Ultra Wide Celefy Camera.

"Note View Cover" of Galaxy Tab S8+is a transparent cover that can be written with an S pen while protecting the tablet.Galaxy Tab S8 also has a unique accessories called "Strap Cover" that you can have in your own direction.

The advantage of the standard model tablet is that you can choose from three colors, graphite, silver, and pink gold.At least, unlike Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, there are options.

In the three models, AKG tuned and quick charging functions, Wi-Fi 6E and 5G connection (in some market), three noise canceling microphones, S-pen support (stylus included!).Face authentication function, metal chassis, etc. are common.

DEX and Galaxy eco systems

Android has long been criticized for being "not suitable for tablets," but Samsung has been trying to change the situation with DEX, Android 12L, and Galaxy Ecosystem.

When DEX is enabled, Android turns into a traditional desktop interface such as Chrome OS and Windows.In addition, the multitasking function has been enhanced, the three windows can be displayed in four layouts, and the DEX mode has been functioned when the tablet is placed vertically.One of the most expected functions is that these tablets can be used as an external touch screen monitor.

The Galaxy Tab S8 series is shipped with Android 12 and Samsung's skin "ONE UI Tab 4", but will be updated to Android 12L.This new OS, optimized for large displays, has been renewed user interface and adds new features that improve multitasking functions and app compatibility.Android 12L will appear by the end of this year (around March).

Samsung has also promised four -generation Android OS upgrades and five years of security update, which is longer than Google's Pixel 6 smartphones.

Of course, the Galaxy Tab S8 series works well with Samsung's Galaxy smartphone and notebook PC.You can display the contents of your tablet on your smartphone or transfer photos, videos, and files between devices using a quick share.Also, since the Galaxy Tab S8 series is compatible with the auto switch, if you connect the Galaxy Buds to the tablet, it will be automatically paired with the Galaxy S22 series.Samsung Health is also installed on a tablet for the first time, and has been appealing to various programs, including video editing application Lumafusion, drawing clip studio paint, and Google Duo for video calls.

Price and reservation information

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has started accepting reservations on February 9, with a price of $ 1099 (about 130,000 yen).Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8+have also been reserved on the same day, and the price is $ 699 (about 81,000 yen) and $ 899 (about 100,000 yen).

If you book a standard model on the Samsung website, the slim book cover will be provided free of charge if you book a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.