Samsung has just revealed the availability and pricing of its Galaxy Tab 2 tablets and Galaxy Players for the US market.  The Galaxy Tab 2 Series, available in both 10.1″ and 7.0″ screen sizes, are powerful dual-core tablets running the latest version of Android – Ice Cream Sandwich. The devices feature an integrated IR blaster for universal remote capabilities, as well as an easily accessible memory card slot for convenient loading of multimedia files in a range of supported file formats.

The new tablets offer endless content access in a sleek design that can maximize the home entertainment experience. The Smart Remote App and built-in IR Blaster turns the Tab 2 into a universal smart remote, helping users easily find their favorite shows. Users can choose from more than 450,000 apps, access favorite movies and TV shows from Google Play or Media Hub, and surf millions of web pages with Adobe Flash support.

In addition, the Galaxy Tab 2 products are fully Google certified for complete access to Google Play and priced at $399.99 US (May 13, 2012)and $249.99 US (April 22, 2012), respectively.

Galaxy Players

With the two new Galaxy Players, available in 4.2 inch WVGA screen or 3.6 inch HVGA screen variants, gaming, videos and music are more fun than ever.  Easily connect to Wi-Fi hotspots anywhere to get instant access to the latest content. Users also can play their own video and music in a variety of formats, connect to other devices using USB 2.0 or Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity, or simply load the device via a micro SD card. Because the device runs on Android 2.3, Gingerbread, a world of apps is a touch away.  Plus, dual-stereo speakers (on the Galaxy Player 4.2) deliver an incredible music, video or gaming experience – anywhere.

The new Galaxy Tab 2 and Galaxy Players will be available for purchase at a variety of retailers including Best Buy, Amazon, Tiger Direct and others. The Galaxy Player 3.6 is available now for $149.99 US exclusively at Best Buy and soon at other retailers. The Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is available for preorder today at $249.99 US, and for purchase on April 22. The Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and Galaxy Player 4.2 will both be available for pre-order on May 4 and for purchase on May 13, at $399.99 US and $199.99 US respectively.

Canadian availability and pricing of these new devices should be available soon.

	Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0)	Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1)	Galaxy Player 3.6	Galaxy Player 4.2
Screen & Resolution	7.0″ TFT (PLS) Display WSVGA (1024×600) Resolution	10.1″ TFT (PLS) Display WXGA (1280×800) Resolution	3.65″ TN Display HVGA (480×320) Resolution	4.2″ VA Display WVGA (800×480) Resolution
OS	Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich	Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich	Android 2.3, Gingerbread	Android 2.3, Gingerbread
Size & Weight	0.41″ x 4.8″ x 7.6″ Weight, Including Battery: 0.76 lbs	0.38″ x 10.1″ x 6.9″ Weight, Including Battery: 1.28 lbs	2.45″ x 4.52″ x .38″ Weight, Including Battery: .24 lbs	2.6″ x 4.89″ x .35″ Weight, Including Battery: .25 lbs
Memory	8GB Built-in microSD Slot: Up to 32GB	16 GB Built-in microSD Slot: Up to 32GB	8 GB Built-in microSD Slot: Up to 32 GB	8 GB Built-in microSD Slot: Up to 32 GB
Connectivity	WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth V3.0 USB 2.0 Host 3.5mm Ear Jack 30 Pin IF Connector Integrated IR	WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth V3.0 USB 2.0 Host 3.5mm Ear Jack 30 Pin IF Connector Integrated IR	WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 3.0 FM Radio USB 2.0 Host 3.5mm Ear Jack Embedded Mic	WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 3.0 FM Radio USB 2.0 Host 3.5mm Ear Jack Embedded Mic
Camera	3.2 MP rear-facing VGA front-facing	3.2 MP rear-facing VGA front-facing	2 MP rear-facing VGA front-facing	2 MP rear-facing VGA front-facing
Other Features	GPS Stereo Speakers Supports MDM, ODE, EAS, and VPN for Enterprise Use	GPS, Stereo Speakers, Supports MDM, ODE, EAS, and VPN for Enterprise, Video Playback at 1080p/30fps	Mono Speaker + Receiver Audio Playback: Max 30 Hr Video Playback: Max 5 Hr	Dual Stereo Speakers + Receiver Audio Playback: Max 40 Hr Video Playback: Max 5 Hr
Availability and SRP	April 22, 2012 $249.99	May 13, 2012 $399.99	Available now $149.99	May 13, 2012 $199.99

 

For more info, please visit www.samsung.com.

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