Galaxy Tab Unveiled As Samsung's First Tablet Computer

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Samsung has become the latest challenger to enter the tablet computer battle, unveiling its Galaxy Tab at the IFA conference in Berlin.

The device will run on Google's Android operating system, with a capacity of 16 or 32Gb, expandable by 32Gb more.

It weighs 380g (14oz), and has an 18cm (7in) screen - smaller and lighter than its principal rival the iPad.

Vodafone has announced that it will distribute the device in European markets including the UK in October.

The tablet can connect via 3G networks, as well as wi-fi and bluetooth.

It will employ Samsung's "Reader's Hub" for e-books and the "Media Hub" for music and videos. It supports Flash video and will be able to stream content to a TV.

At first sight, Samsung's Galaxy Tab looks to have more to it than the iPad.

Samsung says its research shows people want this device to be useable on the move and they need to be able to communicate with it.

So the Tab can make calls - and video calls, as well as all the video, music and book content that you get on an iPad.

You'll be able to access millions of books, plus newspapers and magazines - Samsung even says that "we expect the Tab to play an important role in the digitalization of printed material".

Samsung called it "the first of the company's tablet devices", suggesting further models will be forthcoming.

"Samsung recognises the tremendous growth potential in this newly-created market and we believe that the Samsung Galaxy Tab brings a unique and open proposition to market," said Samsung's head of mobile communications JK Shin.

"There is a new and emerging consumer demand that Samsung can satisfy since mobile is in our DNA."

Vodafone's Patrick Chomet said that the firm is "pleased to be introducing" the Galaxy Tab.

"Adding tablets as part of our device range is a natural next step that gives customers an alternative way to enjoy great content and internet services," he said.

Technology analysts CCS Insight said that Samsung had joined the tablet melee with an "attractive device and strong service offer", calling the 7-inch size an "appealing form factor".

However they note that in a market with an increasing number of tablet competitors, pricing will become the crucial issue.

[Bizarra]

Will all the Boyos who charged out to buy an iPad be kicking themselves now?

They'll probably rush out to trade them in

[Raistlin]

Will all the Boyos who charged out to buy an iPad be kicking themselves now?

They'll probably rush out to trade them in

New adopters always get done... Especially those with Apple

[Bizarra]

"No adopters always get done..."

Sorry, must be having an "off" night but I don't geddit

[Raistlin]

"No adopters always get done..."

Sorry, must be having an "off" night but I don't geddit

It says New... as in the first buyers

[Bizarra]

"No adopters always get done..."

Sorry, must be having an "off" night but I don't geddit

It says New... as in the first buyers

"No adopters always get done..." ........Copied & pasted from the original post, coz I'm dead lazy Proof positive that you were too late with the Edit button

It makes more sense now....................but "not a lot" :D

[Raistlin]

"No adopters always get done..."

Sorry, must be having an "off" night but I don't geddit

It says New... as in the first buyers

"No adopters always get done..." ........Copied & pasted from the original post, coz I'm dead lazy Proof positive that you were too late with the Edit button

It makes more sense now....................but "not a lot"

Then why M'Lud is the quote not in a reply box... I rest my case

Methinks senility has got a grip on you tonight :D

[Bizarra]

You can rouse your case again

It was posted "as is" because the Mudgerators are slightly on the War Path at the moment & too many replies in the one Post makes them swing their Tomahawks. :fishyface:

Someone, who shall be nameless to protect the guilty, posted a reply, without thinking.

The object of the post squealed slightly,taking umbrage to a mild extent, & this is the outcome

Footnote Neither you nor I were the parties involved

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Someone, who shall be nameless to protect the guilty, posted a reply, without thinking.

The object of the post squealed slightly,taking umbrage to a mild extent, & this is the outcome

Footnote Neither you nor I were the parties involved

Which makes a change,

Here's an idea lets just kill off all the forums except the car specific one's and watch the site slide into despair

Being social is the blood of any forum, I for one am proud to say I am a member of TOC, hell I even voted with my wallet but I paid because I enjoyed the banter.

If someone has been rude or disrespectful then deal with it out of the forum, ie 3 Strikes and you banned for a time.

Don't drain the life out of our club... PLEASE

[Bizarra]

Someone, who shall be nameless to protect the guilty, posted a reply, without thinking.

The object of the post squealed slightly,taking umbrage to a mild extent, & this is the outcome

Footnote Neither you nor I were the parties involved

Which makes a change,

Here's an idea lets just kill off all the forums except the car specific one's and watch the site slide into despair

Being social is the blood of any forum, I for one am proud to say I am a member of TOC, hell I even voted with my wallet but I paid because I enjoyed the banter.

If someone has been rude or disrespectful then deal with it out of the forum, ie 3 Strikes and you banned for a time.

Don't drain the life out of our club... PLEASE

It wasn't a 1 strike offence-just a thoughtless remark, which cut a bit. The Mods were waiting in the wings, anyway.

Don't drain the life out of our club... PLEASE...

Just a thought Does anyone know how the number of "views" per day for General, as it was till yesterday, compare with any other section on TOC

Proof of the pudding is in the eating, & would prove whether or not a few Moaning Minnies reflect the majority opinion B)