Samsung Galaxy Tab S4

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S4
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5-inch)
DeveloperSamsung Electronics
Product familyGalaxy Tab, Galaxy S
TypeTablet computer
Generation4th
Release dateAugust 1, 2018
Introductory price$649, £559
Operating systemAndroid 8.1 Oreo
System-on-chip usedQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835
CPUOcta-core (4×2.35 GHz Kryo and 4×1.9 GHz Kryo)
Memory4 GB LPDDR4X SDRAM
Storage64 or 256 GB flash memory
Removable storagemicroSDXC, expandable up to 400 GB
Display10.5 in (267.2 mm) diagonal, 2560×1600 px (287 PPI) (AMOLED panel), 16:10 aspect ratio
GraphicsAdreno 540
SoundQuad stereo speakers tuned by AKG, Dolby Atmos surround sound
InputAccelerometer, barometer, iris scanner, geomagnetic sensor, gyroscope, hall sensor, proximity sensor
Camera8 megapixels 1080p front-facing and 13 megapixels 4K rear-facing
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5GHz), MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack, location (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou)
Power7,300 mAh battery
Dimensions
  • 249.3 mm (9.81 in) (h)
  • 164.3 mm (6.47 in) (w)
  • 7.1 mm (0.28 in) (d)
Weight
  • Wi-Fi: 482 g (1.063 lb)
  • Wi-Fi + Cellular: 483 g (1.065 lb)
PredecessorSamsung Galaxy Tab S3
Websitewww.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-tab-s4/

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is a tablet computer developed and produced by Samsung Electronics.[1] It is the replacement to the previous Galaxy Tab S3, and was announced alongside the cheaper Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5.[2]

History[edit]

The Tab S4 was revealed online on August 1 2018, with preorders for WiFi and cellular models beginning on the same day.[3] In the United States at launch, LTE models are available for purchase via Verizon, with support from other carriers arriving in Q3 2018.[4] Orders will begin shipping on August 10th.[5]

Specifications[edit]

Hardware[edit]

The Tab S4 features an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 with 4 GB of LPDDR4X memory.[6] It is available in 64 or 256 GB storage variants, with expandable microSD card support for up to 400 GB.[7] The Tab S4 has Bluetooth 5.0 support and a larger 7,300 mAh battery with adaptive fast charging, and a claimed video playback time of up to 16 hours.[8] The device has integrated far-field microphones that allow Google Assistant to be controlled from far distances.[9]

Compared to the Galaxy Tab S3, the Tab S4 has a larger 10.5-inch 2560x1600 display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and slimmer bezels, allowing its footprint to be similar to its predecessor.[10] As a result, the Tab S4 no longer features a fingerprint sensor or navigation and home buttons, and uses a facial and iris scanner instead.[11] The front-facing selfie-camera has been upgraded to 8 megapixels and can record in 1080p resolution.[12] The four stereo speakers have also been tuned by AKG and support Dolby Atmos surround sound.[13]

The front and back glass uses Gorilla Glass 3 and the front doesn't have the Samsung logo.[14]

Software[edit]

The Tab S4 comes with Samsung Experience 9.5, which is based on Android 8.1 Oreo.[15]

New features include Samsung Knox protection and a Daily Board mode, that allows for the display of photos, and weather and calendar information.[16] Bixby 2.0 will be added in a future software update in 2019.[17]

Samsung DeX is also natively supported and is launched on the device when a keyboard cover is connected.[18] The Tab S4 can run up to 20 multiple application windows simultaneously, and supports split screen, drag and drop, and right click functionality.[19] When connected to an external monitor, the screen can be used as a trackpad.[20]

Accessories[edit]

The Tab S4 is included with an improved S Pen stylus with a 0.7 mm tip and 4,096 pressure sensitivity levels, similar to the S Pen on the Galaxy Note 8.[21] It weighs 9.1 grams (0.32 oz) and supports features such as air commands, translation of on-screen text, screen-off memos, and live messages.[22]

A detachable keyboard accessory is also offered separately and magnetically latches onto the Tab S4.[23] It has a holster for the S Pen but does not include a trackpad, requiring users to rely on the touchscreen, S Pen or a bluetooth mouse for input.[24]

Reception[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Samsung Launches New Galaxy Tab S4 to Compete With iPad Pro". Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  2. ^ "Samsung made a cheaper version of the Galaxy Tab S4 without stylus or keyboard support". The Verge. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  3. ^ "Samsung's Galaxy Tab S4 focuses on productivity to take on iPad Pro". AppleInsider. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  4. ^ "Samsung thinks the Galaxy Tab S4 can replace your laptop". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  5. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 officially announced, includes DeX and costs $650". Android Central. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  6. ^ Shilov, Anton. "Samsung Introduces Galaxy Tab S4: S835, 7300mAh Battery, Samsung DeX". Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  7. ^ "Specifications | Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 – The Official Samsung Galaxy Site". The Official Samsung Galaxy Site. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  8. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 first look: Are Android tablets back?". Trusted Reviews. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  9. ^ Mills, Chris (2018-08-01). "Samsung officially unveils the Galaxy Tab S4, a $649 Android tablet with no home button". BGR. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  10. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 review". TechRadar. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  11. ^ "Samsung's new Galaxy Tab S4 tries to beat the iPad at productivity". The Verge. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  12. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is a 10.5-inch iPad Pro rival". TechRadar. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  13. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 vs. Galaxy Tab S3: Android Tablet Showdown". Digital Trends. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  14. ^ "With the Galaxy Tab S4, Samsung tries to crack the code to tablet productivity". Digital Trends. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  15. ^ SamMobile. "Galaxy Tab S4 goes official with 10.5″ display, DeX mode, Quad speakers, and more". SamMobile. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  16. ^ Yanachkov, Milen. "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is official: bezel-less design, beautiful display, S Pen power". Phone Arena. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  17. ^ "Samsung's Bixby assistant will come to the Galaxy Tab S4 next year". Digital Trends. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  18. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 goes official w/ native DeX desktop interface, 10.5-inch display, S-Pen". 9to5Google. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  19. ^ Wong, Raymond. "Samsung's Galaxy Tab S4 is an Android tablet that becomes a pseudo-laptop when you need it". Mashable. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  20. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is a $649 2-in-1 Android tablet for multitaskers". CNET. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  21. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 hands-on preview: The two-faced tablet". Android Central. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  22. ^ "Samsung's Tab S4 is both an Android tablet and a desktop computer". Ars Technica. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  23. ^ Moorhead, Patrick. "Samsung Sneaks Out Sexy New Galaxy Tab 4 Prior To Unpacked Event". Forbes. Retrieved 2018-08-03.
  24. ^ Rutherford, Sam. "Samsung's Latest Tablet Is Trying to Out Pro the iPad". Gizmodo. Retrieved 2018-08-03.

External links[edit]

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