U.S. Cellular is entering the mobile tablet market with the Samsung Galaxy Tab. U.S. Cellular, the 6th largest U.S. mobile carrier, is joining the ranks of Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and Sprint to offer the new Galaxy Tab. Prices and availability from U.S. Cellular have not yet been released, although Sprint has announced an anticipated $400 retail price.
Think that Android platform equals a bulky smartphone? Think again. The Galaxy Tab from Samsung is much smaller than we might expect from an Android powered device. In fact, the Galaxy Tab weighs in at 13 ounces and measures only 12 mm thick. Even with its pocket-sized stature this smart-tablet features a 7 inch display touchscreen and, perhaps more importantly, the newest version of the wildly popular Android operating system.
One interesting feature of this device is its dual cameras; one 3 megapixel camera for photos, and a second 1.3 megapixel camera located on the front just for video chat. Users can even send photos and videos to their DLNA-enabled televisions and computers with the AllShare application.
With a touchscreen QWERTY virtual keyboard featuring Swype technology, users can text quickly and easily. Preloaded apps include a navigation function, and this device may also be used as an MP3 player as well as a phone, camera, handheld GPS device, calendar, and even an alarm clock.
The Galaxy Tab features a 1GHz Hummingbird processor, and of course the Android 2.2 os. This tablet-style smartphone uses Samsung Social Hub to sync messaging, contacts, and calendar; making email, social networking, and SMS messaging easier than ever. With more mobile carriers getting in on the action availability should be increased, and the Galaxy Tab is already expected to be one of the must-have items this holiday shopping season.
Via : businessservicenews
-
