The long-awaited follow-up to the Samsung Galaxy Tab line of tablets were now officially launched in the Philippines a few days ago. Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 series hopes to achieve the same success and attention its predecessor had during its prime time. Let’s see and check if they have good features and specifications to duplicate the success.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 tablets features dual-core processors, 1GB of RAM, 16GB up to 32 on-board storage, texting and calling feature, and the usual TouchWiz UI skin from Samsung partnered with Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich. A fast HSDPA connectivity of 21Mbps will also be included in so that you’ll have a greater web browsing experience. However, that is if you get the 3G and Wi-Fi version of the tablet.
Video chatting in the tablet is also applicable as it has a VGA front camera aside from its 3.15MP main camera. Both the two variants; Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 and Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, will have sufficient power as the Samsung Tab 2 7.0 will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery while the Samsung Tab 2 10.1 will get a larger 7,000mAh treatment.
These tablets sure offer lots of features but be sure to check out other tablets like the Nexus 7, Asus Transformer Pad 300, and iPad 2 before deciding which one to get.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Specifications
- Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 7.0-inch PLS WSVGA Capacitive touchscreen at 1024×600 pixel resolution
- 1GHz Dual-core processor
- PowerVR SGX540 GPU
- 1GB RAM
- 16GB internal memory (expandable up to 64GB via microSD)
- 3.15MP main camera, 2048×1056 pixels
- VGA front camera
- Video Recording 720p at 30fps
- Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Bluetooth v3.0
- HSDPA 21Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps (on the 3G capable version)
- GPS, A-GPS support
- Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Specifications
- Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich
- Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A9
- PowerVR SGX540 GPU
- 1GB RAM
- 16 or 32GB built-in memory (expandable up to 32GB via microSD)
- 3.15MP main camera, 2048×1056 pixels
- VGA front camera
- Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Bluetooth v3.0
- HSDPA 21Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps
- GPS, A-GPS support
- Li-Po 7000mAh battery
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 will come in 3 variants. They have a 7.0 Wi-Fi only model, 7.0 3G+Wi-Fi, and a 10.1 version. Here’s their suggested retail prices.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Price in the Philippines
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (Wi-Fi only)
- Php12,990
- Php16,990
- Php21,990
How much does it cost
Are there any tab 2 10.1 wifi only versions? I need those asap but I have only found 3G versions. If there are wifi only where could I buy them? I’m from Bulacan and near Manila
super low quality to walang kwenta proven yan dahil sa cm fubo ko hwich lasted 1month only on the way para pa repair sa service center…. bulok kasi puro quantity wala naman quality
mali pa ng post hahahahah
gus2 q ne2 kso prang qlang s budget q huhu
alin po b mas mgndang gmitin with 3g o wala….advice nmn po….
thnks for the review. big help here.
question…am planning to get samsung tab 2 3g tomorrow, but havent had the time to compare prices among stores. any input on that?
budget is 14k.
hi.. im planning to buy this tablet.. may i ask if the apps are transferrable to sd when using app to sd?? tnx..
i just want to ask if the galaxy tab 2 10.1″ can make call and text… i want to buy if it can function like a cellphone too…
The 7-inch Galaxy Tab 2 can send and receive sms and calls so I guess the 10.1 varian can also do that.
Can Samsung Tab 2 (Wifi Only) do text and call ?
saw the new plan with SUN for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 WIFI PLUS a Samsung Galaxy Y handset for only P999/month!
is the samsung galaxy that is being reviewed here the same on the promo with sun? the review here is prett good thats why im interested to get this plan with sun
Thanks for the kind words. We’re flattered. :D
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 is a great tablet though we didn’t reviewed the device here at NG. It costs around Php12k now and it already has a Jelly Bean update from Samsung.