Samsung Galaxy Tab unboxing video

The Samsung Galaxy Tab was announced and released a while ago but it’s been so popular that we’ve actually struggled to get our hands on one to review. However, a few days ago one arrived from Clove Technology for us to take a look at.

When initially announced the Galaxy Tab was rumoured to cost in the region of £700 which made us all wonder if Samsung had priced themselves out of the market with perhaps its closest rival, the iPad, costing significantly less. The price is now a much more reasonable £517 from Clove which makes it significantly more competitive.

We’ve given the Tab to Gareth to review as he’s recently been playing with Android tablets from Archos so thought it would be good to get his opinion and comparison. His review will be with us later next week but for now you can check out my unboxing video below.

Samsung Galaxy Tab specification:

Operating System: Android Version 2.2 FroYo
Processor: Speed 1.06 GHz PowerVR SGX540
Expansion Slot: MicroSDHC Capacity Up to 32GB
RAM:
Internal Storage: Size 16GB
Display: Touchscreen 7.0″ WSVGA (1024×600)
SIM Slot: Yes, Frequencies 850/900/1800/1900
3G/HSPA : Yes, Frequencies 900/1900/2100
Bluetooth: Yes, Version Bluetooth 3.0
WiFi: 802.11 a/b/g/n
DLNA: Yes
Audio: 3.5mm audio jack speaker
Sensors: G-Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor
GPS: A-GPS
Camera: 3.0 MP AF, LED Flash, 1.3 MP Front Facing Camera
Battery: 4,000 mAh
Dimensions: 190.09 X 120.45 X 11.98mm
Weight: 380g
Software: Swype, Samsung Apps, ThinkFree (Document viewing and editing), Flash Player 10.1 Support, RSS Reader