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Samsung Says Galaxy Tab 7.7 Coming to Malaysia in “Two More Weeks or So”
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February 4, 2012
By: ccsoya
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Samsung Malaysia dropped another clue via Facebook on the launch of its Galaxy Tab 7.7 saying that it will be available in the country in around a couple of week or so. While that’s certain not a rock solid commitment on Samsung’s part, it does give us an indication on when the device will be launching in Malaysia.
Earlier, Samsung revealed that the Galaxy Tab 7.7 will retail for less than RM2,500. Our estimates put the device around the RM2.2k mark mainly because of the 7.7-inch 1280×800 Super AMOLED Plus screen – possibly the largest Super AMOLED Plus display on a consumer device to date. Naturally, you can expect a premium for that display. Because the Galaxy Tab 7.7 is also essentially a mobile phone, you can expect operators to offer with plans for the device as well.
Just a little recap on specs if you are not already aware, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 packs a 1.4GHz dual-core processor with 1GB of RAM (similar to that in the Galaxy Note) and runs on Android 3.2 Honeycomb OS (Samsung has confirmed that the 7.7 will be getting ICS later in the year). In terms of imaging, there’s a 3MP Autofocus camera with 720p video recording capabilities at the back and a 2MP front facing camera. There are three storage variants — 16GB/32GB/64GB – and all will have a MicroSD card slot that supports cards up to 32GB.
The Galaxy Tab 7.7 comes with a generous 5,100mAh battery and weighs only 335g, which is 45g lighter than the original Galaxy Tab. When compared to the larger Galaxy Tab 10.1 (8.6mm thickness), the Galaxy 7.7 is thinner at 7.89mm.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 launch late Jan/early Feb tentative
Posted:
January 13, 2012
By: ccsoya
29 comments
Update: Samsung says the price for the Galaxy Tab 7.7 will be less than RM2,500.
Samsung Malaysia in a reply to a question on Facebook has mentioned that the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is slated to launch in Malaysia somewhere between late Jan to early Feb.
Details are still sketchy at the moment so don’t treat this as the final word from Samsung. In any case, many will just be happy to know that the Tab 7.7 is coming.
In terms of pricing, we can only guess at the moment but expect the device to go beyond the RM2k mark thanks to that 7.7-inch 1280×800 Super AMOLED Plus screen. It’s probably the largest Super AMOLED Plus display to date. So expect a premium on that but expect operators to come up with plans for the device as well.
As always, get the latest details about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 and more awesome devices coming to Malaysia from SoyaCincau.com. Follow us on Twitter for the most up-to-date info always. Thanks!
Samsung Galaxy S & Tab official ICS update Flip Flop continues
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January 4, 2012
By: soyacincau
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A few weeks ago, there was quite a buzz surrounding Samsung’s older Galaxy S & Galaxy Tabs on its upgradability to the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS. At first, Samsung announced no plans to offer such upgrades but later retracted and is reconsidering their options.
Some are saying that Samsung will be releasing Value Packs as mere enhanced Android 2.3 Gingerbread update while XDA reported that it might be Ice Cream Sandwich with lite-version of TouchWiz.
Now it seems that the Galaxy S will not be getting anything at all according to the latest update by TNW, citing that hardware limitation that’s optimised for Gingerbread experience. There’s no mention of Galaxy Tab but it is likely to face the same fate as well. Is this the end of it? Or will we see another U-turn reaction again?
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Samsung to reevaluate Android 4.0 ICS update for Galaxy S & Galaxy Tab
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December 27, 2011
By: soyacincau
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Owners of the original Samsung Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab weren’t too happy with Samsung’s recent decision of not offering Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for its early devices.
After getting lots of flak for abandoning its previous star models, Samsung seems to be making a U-turn on its decision and is reconsidering them for its OS upgrade exercise. We all know that it is not impossible for the Galaxy S since its similar Nexus S model is able to run Ice Cream Sandwich perfectly.
On the memory limitation, perhaps Samsung would need to scale back on some of its TouchWiz custom skin in order to maintain a fluid user experience. As usual, no datelines were given but probably will come after the first wave of ICS update which is happening in Q1 2012.
Celcom offers Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus with Broadband Plan + Pay Per Use Voice
Posted:
December 26, 2011
By: soyacincau
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Looks like Celcom has added another plan offering for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus. Apart from the usual Celcom Exec 50 + bolt on data, they have now introduced a new Broadband Basic + Pay Per Use plan which costs RM68/month. This is similar to what DG Smart Plan is offering with data being bundled first and voice/sms usage are being charged as additional usage, making it perfect for those that rarely make calls.
On this new Broadband Basic, you’ll get a generous serving of 4GB data while calls are charged at 15sen/min and SMS at 10sen each. In terms of contract price, it is higher than the previous plans at RM1388 for 12 months and RM1328 for 24 months. For just mere RM60 difference, you might as well go for the shorter 12 months period instead. The upfront payment for this Broadband Basic + Pay Per Use plan is RM150 which will be rebated back over 10 months period.
For more information, head over to Celcom’s website.
Samsung Galaxy S & Galaxy Tab not getting Ice Cream Sandwich
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December 23, 2011
By: soyacincau
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It is official that the original Samsung Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab will not be getting some Ice Cream Sandwich loving. A few days ago, they have announced that the latest Android update will be coming to recent models including the Galaxy S II, Galaxy Note, Tab 7.0 Plus, Tab 8.9 & Tab 10.1.
So what’s the reason for leaving Galaxy S & the original 7″ Galaxy Tab out? Samsung explains that the combination of TouchWiz skin, video calling features, widgets and localisation as a hindrance for a possible update. Another reasoning is the lack of available memory capacity. To blame it on hardware is very unlikely as its similar spec’ed Nexus S has started receiving the Android software upgrade as we speak. Of course this isn’t the end of the road as the adventurous ones should be able to get their Ice Cream Sandwich update through custom ROMs.
Now this makes the Galaxy Nexus even more tempting to get when it is released in Malaysia next month. Being a “pure google” device, you can be confident that it will be next in line to get the latest OS updates.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 11.6 with 2GHz Exynos 5250 CPU?
Posted:
December 10, 2011
By: soyacincau
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Just when you think Samsung has enough of tabs to go around, the Korean maker doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. BGR was tipped that Samsung is expected to launch a 11.6″ tablet which will be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in February 2012. The upcoming tablet is said to be powered by the recently announced Exynos 5250 CPU clocked at 2GHz and runs on the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS.
It was also mentioned that the 11.6″ screen is pushing a massive 2560×1600 resolution. That’s double of the usual 1280×800 resolution on today’s tablet devices. Despite having a larger screen, the dimensions are barely larger than a normal 10.1″ due to its thinner bezel design. All these are obviously unconfirmed but it is interesting to see what would Samsung pull off for the next range of Ice Cream Sandwich flavoured tablets.
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Sample Pictures and Video: Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus
Posted:
December 3, 2011
By: ccsoya
9 comments
We’ve compiled some samples pictures and a video taken using the camera on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus. With “only” 3.2MP, it’s easy to assume that the Galaxy Tab 7.0 will find it hard to compete with the impressive 8MP phones like the Galaxy S II, Galaxy Note and the iPhone 4S but take a look at the collection of images after the jump, you’ll be impressed as to how well the camera on the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus performs.
Details are pin sharp, colour reproduction is accurate and contrast management is good as well. Overall, we’re mightily impressed at the pictures and video the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus is capable of producing.
All Samsung Galaxy Tabs have 3.2MP cameras (with the exception of the Galaxy Tab 10.1v which has an 8MP sensor. The device is not available here) and we’re not sure if Samsung has done anything to the one on the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus but from our real life tests, it looks like the 7-incher has the best sub-8MP camera in the market today. If fact, aside from the loss in detail due to the small MP count, the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus can hold its own even when pitted against the Samsung Galaxy Note — one of the best smartphone cameras in the market right now.
Take a look at the pictures and video after the jump and tell us what you think.
DiGi offers Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus on Smart Plan bundling
Posted:
December 3, 2011
By: soyacincau
1 comment
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus is now available for bundling on DiGi. The 7″ Android tablet with phone call capabilities can be yours from as low as RM1,049 on 24 month contract of DiGi’s Smart Plan 68 which comes with 3GB of data. For light users, there’s Smart Plan 48 which offers a smaller 1GB data quota.
Here are the bundled pricing according to contract options:
DG Smart Plan 48 – 12 months: RM1,399
DG Smart Plan 68 – 12 months: RM1,299DG Smart Plan 48 – 24 months: RM1,199
DG Smart Plan 68 – 24 months: RM1,049*Advance payment between RM50-RM500 depending on contract and 1 month subscription fee required upfront
For extra savings, you’ll get additional rebates of RM15 x 24 months if you sign up with 24 months contract of DG Smart Plan 68. If you opt for auto-billing, there’s another RM5 off from your monthly subscription.
If you’re interested, head on to DiGi’s Online Store.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus now on Celcom with PC Fair promo
Posted:
December 3, 2011
By: soyacincau
1 comment
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus is now offered on Celcom from as low as RM1,228. Since PC Fair is happening over the weekend, they are throwing extra RM300 off which appears to be monthly rebate of RM25 for 12 months.
As the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus is able to make phone calls and SMS, it is bundled on Celcom Exec 50 with a choice of 1GB or 3GB data plans. As usual, they give either 12 months or 24 months contract option. As comparison, U Mobile is offering the Tab 7.0 Plus from as low as RM999 on U88 plan.
For more information, head over to Celcom.
If you don’t really need to make phone calls, you might want to consider the larger Galaxy Tab 8.9 which is offered as low as RM1288 on Celcom. Confused with the different tabs? Check out our Galaxy Tab comparison table.