The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1 inch) is a 2012 tablet that received mixed to positive reviews. Reviewers praised the second generation Tab for running Android OS 4.0 with huge improvements over it’s predecessor, an improved display, great speakers and the addition of a MicroSD slot. Reviewers were however let down by a lack of hardware improvements from it’s predecessor, a mediocre camera and battery life relative to top competitors.
- Weight: 1.3 lbs
- Processor: OMAP 4430 1GHz
- Display Size: 10.1 Inch
- RAM: 1GB DDR2
- Operating System: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- Battery Life: 10 hours
Critic Reviews
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CNet May 13, 2013
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 comes up short in performance, features, and value compared with competing tablets.
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LaptopMag May 13, 2013
A bright display, long battery life and a smart remote make Samsung's Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 a compelling and affordable choice.
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PCMag May 10, 2012
The Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) is the same flagship tablet Samsung released a year ago, but this time around it has the latest version of Android and a lower price tag. With mediocre performance and aging components, there are better alternatives.
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TechRadar December 11, 2012
As far as middle of the road Android tablets go, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 hits the nail on the head.
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Engadget May 15, 2012
Although the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 is the clear successor to the original, it's hardly an upgrade.
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PCAdvisor August 29, 2012
A year ago we liked the Tab 10.1, and for the second generation the hardware specs remain broadly the same, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 has a much better operating system.
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Full Specifications
| RAM | 1GB DDR2 |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs |
| Battery Life | 10 hours |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB 2.0 |
| Internal Storage | 16GB |
| Removable Memory | microSD, up to 32 GB |
| Display Size | 10.1 Inch |
| Display Resolution | 1280 x 800 pixels |
| Display Type | TN |
| Display Technology | PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen |
| Front Camera | 0.3 MP |
| Rear Camera | 3.1 MP |
| Graphics | PowerVR SGX540 |
| Additional Features | microSD card reader |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 10.1 x 6.9 x 0.4 |
| Warranty | 1 year |