Samsung has introduced a new version of tablet, Galaxy Note 10.1. This tablet may look similar to the slate 10.1, but the Galaxy Note has a few features and it also has a stylus. This surely means that you now have the tool to help you jot down anything instantly and prepare notes wherever you are. However, the similarity to its other version of Tab2 cannot be denied either, but with 10.1 you have the ability to store the stylus alongside the tablet. Let us find out more about this new Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1.
Needle
This tablet is said to be redesigned, but you might still find it similar to the Galaxy Tab 2. The only physical difference it seems to be is the change in design on the back of the tablet. When you turn it over, you will find the shiny surface. Another interesting thing is that this new tablet has a stylus called S-Pen. This S-Pen is hidden near the device at the bottom right, where it is protected from damage. This stylus is capable of sustaining 256 levels when it comes to pressure sensitivity.
This new input device introduced by Samsung in its latest tablet contains a Formula Match feature. This function allows the conversion and recognition of handwritten formulas. Another cool thing is that you can use it to access Wolfram Alpha’s database for additional information about the formula. In this way, by using S-Pen, students can easily access information online and gain knowledge.
As soon as you remove the Stylus from the tablet slot, the tablet instantly recognizes the action and acknowledges it. The application designed specifically for this pen enables the functionality and can be used by the user to enter data. In addition, Samsung has also included an application that helps to use the functionality of Adobe, the Adobe Photoshop Touch application.
The screen
The screen size of this tablet measures 5.3 inches, making it convenient for taking notes, doodling, or entering other content with the stylus. Another cool thing to note about this screen is that it has a multi-screen feature. This feature allows you to run multiple applications on the screen within the Windows frame mode. Apps are clear and easy to run as the 10.1-inch screen is relatively larger to accommodate them easily. However, apps designed for this functionality are limited for now.
Characteristics
With a weight of 600 grams and a thickness of 8.9 mm with 3G support, this tablet is relatively thicker than other Android devices. The reason for its bulk could be its 7000 mAh battery, but the performance is good. It has a resolution of 280 x 800 pixels which makes it comfortable to view at any given angle. `In addition, the tablet contains Windows RT; There are also speculations that Samsung might introduce an LTE version soon.
Processor and applications
This tablet runs on Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) along with TouchWiz interface technology. If you’re looking for proprietary apps and colorful icons, you might find it similar to its predecessor. Powered by a 1.4GHz quad-core Exynos processor and has 2GB RAM. You can easily make calls and even send text messages without any problem. Applications loaded on the tablet respond quickly to touch. Other features include a 1.9 mp front camera for video chat and a 5 mp rear camera for capturing images and recording videos.
The Smart Stay feature is included in the camera app that helps detect the user’s eyes and keeps the screen bright. This way, whenever you are reading an e-book or doing an activity on your tablet, the screen will be bright; as soon as you take your eyes off it, it will go dark again. Another cool feature is preloaded by the name of Pop Up Play to enable video playback within a window so you can run other apps simultaneously. If you want to watch a video, you can adjust the size accordingly while apps are running in the background.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has a micro SD card slot that allows memory expansion up to 64 GB. Interestingly, this tablet comes with a pre-loaded app to enable infrared functionality to use the universal remote control feature. Now you can easily use it to control functions of your Samsung home entertainment devices.
Conclution
All that can be said about Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is that it has a lot of features to appeal to most users, especially the inclusion of Stylus which makes data entry easier.