14 DAY TRIAL // The new addition to Samsung's Galaxy tablet portfolio is Galaxy Tab A, a family-friendly tablet that Samsung unveiled today, but which will be available for purchase starting November 1, 2017.
Featuring a refined design with smooth rounded edges and a sleek metal frame, the 8.0 inch Galaxy Tab A tablet promises to be the new companion for your family. Samsung says that new tablet, which is powered by Google's Android mobile operating system, is perfect for kids and parents alike thanks to its ease of use, and it promises to offer all-day battery life so that everyone family member can enjoy the tablet.
"At Samsung, we constantly work to deliver meaningful innovation that delights our customers and meets their unique needs,” said Alanna Cotton, vice president and general manager of product marketing at Samsung Electronics America. "The Galaxy Tab A is designed for parents and kids. It’s the tablet that’s just as easy to take on the go or curl up with on the couch, with long-lasting battery life to get the whole family through the day."
Technical specifications and features of the new Galaxy Tab A
The Galaxy Tab A tablet sports an Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, features 2GB of RAM and 32GB internal flash storage, which can be extended to up to 256GB with Micro SD cards. It comes with a 8MP rear camera with auto-focus and flash, as well as a 5MP front camera, a USB Type C port, Bluetooth 4.2, and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n with Wi-Fi Direct support. The battery has 5,000mAh and should last up to 14 hours.
Powered by Android 7.1.1 "Nougat," Galaxy Tab A comes in Black or Silver variants, and Samsung says that it will be available for purchase starting the first day of November 2017. It has a price tag of $229.99 USD and offers new features like Kids Mode and Samsung Kids, which give kids access to more than 5,000 games. Check out the gallery below to see it in action.
