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[February 26, 2017]

Samsung Expands Tablet Portfolio With Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy Book, Offering Enhanced Mobile Entertainment and Productivity

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and the Samsung Galaxy Book, stylishly designed tablets with advanced computing technology offering a premium mobile experience. For digital content enthusiasts, the Galaxy Tab S3 delivers superior video and gaming experiences along with versatile usage as a productivity tool, while the Galaxy Book gives professionals enhanced computing power for work and play.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 with S Pen (Photo: Business Wire)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 with S Pen (Photo: Business Wire)

The Galaxy Tab S3 comes with a 9.7-inch Super AMOLED display and the Galaxy Book is offered in a 10.6-inch TFT LCD version and 12-inch Super AMOLED version.

The new tablets unveiled at Mobile World Congress (News - Alert) provide premium Galaxy technology including:

  • HDR (High Dynamic Range) Video Content: Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy Book 12-inch support videos in HDR (News - Alert) (10bit colored) for true-to-life colors and vivid digital content.
  • Samsung Flow: Samsung Flow makes working on the go seamless. For a safe and secure login, Samsung Flow uses biometric authentication to log-in and can wirelessly tether compatible devices to transfer documents from a mobile device to a tablet. It also syncs message notifications so users never miss an important text message whether they're using a smartphone or their tablet.
  • Refined S Pen*: For a natural writing experience, the S Pen has a smaller 0.7mm tip and increased pressure sensitivity. The S Pen also includes convenient features such as Screen Off Memo to quickly jot down notes, PDF Annotation for easy editing and professional-level drawing with Advanced Drawing Tools.

Both tablets deliver on Samsung's legacy of innovative Galaxy technology including a 13-megapixel rear camera which includes auto focus and a 5-megapixel front camera for high-quality photos. The tablets also include expandable storage** and more power efficiency with fast-charge capabilities, supporting up to 12 hours of video playback on the Galaxy Tab S3 and up to 10.5 hours of video playback on the Samsung Book (12-inch). Both devices also support Pogo keyboards with no separate charging or pairing required.

"At Samsung, we are committed to expanding the boundaries of the mobile and computing experience by providing best-in-class products that satisfy mobile users' diverse needs and demands," said DJ Koh, President of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. "Our new tablet portfolio is built with premium technology that delivers a productive and versatile experience to consumers, designed for users at home, work or on the go."

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3: Optimized for Entertainment Yet Offering Versatile Usage

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 takes mobile entertainment to the next level providing a cinema-like experience with 4K video playback and a stunning Super AMOLED display. In addition, the Galaxy Tab S3 is the first Samsung tablet to feature quad-stereo speakers tuned by AKG by HARMAN for premium visual and listening experiences. With content partners like Amazon, enjoy instant access to HDR original videos.

Optimized for gaming, the Galaxy Tab S3 includes Vulkan API for superior graphics and Game Launcher for an enhanced user interface and personalized gaming experience, as well as modes like Do Not Disturb for uninterrupted gameplay.

With an enhanced S Pen, the Galaxy Tab S3 allows users to be more productive, creative, and do multiple things at once. The Galaxy Tab S3 is designed to keep users always connected with faster charging and longer battery life.

Samsung Galaxy Book: Enhanced Power and Performance in a 2-in-1 Design

Available in 10.6-inch and 12-inch models, the Samsung Galaxy Book caters to productive on-the-go professionals who are looking for a powerful computing device that isn't tied to the desktop. The Samsung Galaxy Book is lightweight and has a versatile form factor, easily transforming from a tablet to a notebook.

For enterprise-grade performance, the Samsung Galaxy Book 12-inch is equipped with a 7th Generation Intel (News - Alert)® Core™ i5 processor, Dual Core 3.1GHz and the 10.6-inch with an Intel® Core™ m3 processor, Dual core 2.6GHz.

Built on the Windows 10 operating system, the Galaxy Book offers the full desktop Microsoft (News - Alert) Office experience for maximum productivity. It also features a keyboard that is larger and more tactile with discernible keys so users can comfortably type just as they would on a traditional computing device.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and Samsung Galaxy Book (10.6-inch and 12-inch) Product Specifications






     
   

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3

 

Samsung Galaxy Book 10.6"

 

Samsung Galaxy Book 12"

 
DISPLAY   9.7" Super AMOLED QXGA (2048x1536)   10.6" TFT FHD (1920x1280)   12" Super AMOLED FHD (2160x1440)
CHIPSET   Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820

Quad Core 2.15GHz + 1.6GHz

  7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3 processor, Dual Core 2.6GHz   7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor, Dual Core 3.1GHz
LTE SUPPORT   LTE Cat.6 (300Mbps)   LTE Cat.6 (300Mbps)   LTE Cat.6 (300Mbps)
MEMORY   4GB + 32GB

microSD up to 256GB

  4GB + 64GB/128GB eMMC

microSD up to 256GB

  4GB+128GB SSD
/ 8GB+256GB SSD

microSD up to 256GB

CAMERA   13MP AF + 5.0MP, Flash   5MP FF   13MP AF + 5MP
PORT   USB 3.1(Type-C)   USB 3.1(Type-C),

Micro SD

  USB 3.1(Type-C) x 2ports,
Micro SD
SENSORS   Accelerometer, Hall Sensor, RGB Sensor, Finger print Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geometric Sensor   Accelerometer, Hall, Light   Accelerometer, Hall, Light
WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY   Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2X2 MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth® 4.2   Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2X2 MIMO, Bluetooth® 4.1 BLE   Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2X2 MIMO, Bluetooth® 4.1 BLE
GPS   GPS + GLONASS, BEIDOU, GALILEO   GPS + GLONASS   GPS + GLONASS
DIMENSION, WEIGHT   237.3 x 169.0 x 6.0mm 429g(Wi-Fi) / 434g(LTE)   261.2 x 179.1 x 8.9 mm,
640g(Wi-Fi) / 650g(LTE)
  291.3x199.8x7.4mm,

754g(Wi-Fi / LTE)

BATTERY CAPACITY   6,000mAh,

Fast Charging

  30.4W / up to 10hrs,

Fast Charging

  39.04W / up to 10.5hrs,

Fast Charging

OS/UPGRADE   Android (News - Alert) 7.0   Windows 10   Windows 10
SAMSUNG SERVICES & APPLICATIONS   Samsung Smart Switch, Samsung Notes, Air Command, Samsung Flow   Samsung Notes, Air Command, Samsung Flow   Samsung Notes, Air Command, Samsung Flow
VIDEO   Recording: 4K (3840x2160) @ 30fps

Playback: 4K (3840x2160) @ 60fps

  Recording: FHD(1920X1080) @30fps

Playback: 4K(3840X2160) @30fps

  Recording: FHD(1920X1080) @30fps

Playback: 4K(3840X2160) @60fps

 

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

**Expandable storage units sold separately from the device.

About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), is a recognized innovative leader in consumer electronics, mobile devices and enterprise solutions. A wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA is pushing beyond the limits of today's technology and providing consumers and organizations with a portfolio of groundbreaking products in appliances, home entertainment, Internet of Things, mobile computing, smartphones, virtual reality, wireless infrastructure and wearables, in addition to offering leading content and services related to mobile payments, 360-degree VR video, customer support and more. Samsung is a pioneering leader in smartphones and HDTVs in the U.S. and one of America's fastest growing home appliance brands. To discover more about Samsung, please visit www.samsung.com. For the latest Samsung news, please visit news.samsung.com/us and follow us @SamsungNewsUS.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.


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