Contents of delivery:
- The tablet
- Charger with USB cable
- Instruction
Specifications
- Android 5.0.2, update to 5.1.1 soon, TouchWiz skin like on Samsung Galaxy S6/Note 5
- Screen 7.9 inches, SuperAMOLED, 2048x1536 pixels (326 ppi), 4:3 geometry, automatic backlight adjustment, maximum outdoor brightness for text readability (auto mode), additional screen settings modes;
- Chipset Exynos 5433 (as in Note 4), 8 cores up to 1.9 GHz, MALI T760
- 3 GB RAM, 16 GB built-in, memory cards up to 128 GB
- Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band
- LTE support
- Fingerprint sensor
- GPS/GLONASS
- Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery, HD video playback time up to 12 hours (maximum brightness), games about 6 hours
- Weight - 265/272 grams (Wi-Fi / LTE), dimensions - 134.8 x 198.6 x 5.6 mm
Positioning
The Tab S line is Samsung's flagships, which were created to compete directly with the iPad, the company has never hidden this, moreover, introducing the first generation of Tab S in the US, they put the iPad up so that anyone can compare the quality of the screens and their differences. It is clear that the screen is not the only parameter for choosing such a device, but they differ like heaven and earth, the difference is visible to the naked eye, we even had a detailed analysis of the differences between these devices and their screens.
Samsung's ideology has always been to give iPad more technology and features for the price, to present the most technologically rich device. Not forgetting its convenience. In the Tab S2, history repeats itself with one difference - the tablet market has dipped dramatically over the past year, and this applies to all major manufacturers, including Apple. Therefore, Samsung focused on updating the line without introducing any new, sensational features. The task was to make flagship tablets that are comfortable in daily use, become the most powerful devices on the market in terms of performance (in the Android segment at least), and at the same time offer high-quality cameras and good battery life.
The positioning of this device is typical for flagships - everything is without compromise, there are the best components, the most productive solutions. For geeks, it's a shame that the tablet is built on the same platform as the Note 4, with some stretch they can be called twin brothers. But we must remember that Note 4, which appeared almost a year ago, overtook the market by 1.5-2 years. Even today there are no similar solutions from other companies, which makes this device the best in its segment. In short, if you are looking for the most powerful tablet, with the best screen and camera, without regard to its cost, then the Galaxy Tab S2 will definitely be among the options. And it will be one of the priority options.
Design, dimensions, controls
Externally, the tablet turned out to be different from the first Tab S. Another screen geometry, a frame, like in Note 4, around the body, it is made of metal, with a polished edge. Moreover, the edge is only on the front surface, and behind the plastic - the tablet is comfortable to hold in your hands, it does not slip.
For most consumers, the flagship must be made of metal, although this is not always convenient and correct. Upon impact, the metal beats the glass that protects the screen, but the plastic does not deform the case in such a way. The question of what the manufacturer should use, plastic or metal, has long turned into a philosophical one. But in practice, the difference is noticeable with constant use of devices - for example, the Tab S2 weighs only 272 grams (for the LTE version, the Wi-Fi version weighs even less - 265 grams), while the iPad Mini weighs 341 grams. Minimum difference? How to look. If you take the tablet in your hands from time to time, you will not see any differences. But if you are playing or watching a movie, the Tab S2 will be more comfortable, it does not pull your hand and is not felt in it. A child can easily hold it.
The thickness of the device is a parameter that every manufacturer exercises, in the Tab S2 the thickness is 5.6 mm (iPad 7.5 mm). It is very thin, but this parameter does not affect the characteristics in any way. Thin and thin, after all, thinness is visually pleasing, in the hands it does not play a big role. The dimensions of 134.8 x 198.6 x 5.6 mm are excellent for this kind of device.
On the trip, I got so used to the fact that the tablet is light and small that I got used to carrying it in the side pocket of my shorts, where it was not felt at all. An attempt to put the iPad there failed, it was noticeably heavier and hit the leg when moving.
The back wall is made of soft-touch plastic, it almost does not get dirty, does not scratch, and is pleasant. The camera lens protrudes, but this is normal for such models. There are two “buttons” on the case for installing a branded case, they may seem superfluous to someone, like me, I don’t wear cases on tablets, preferring to wear them like that.
On the bottom end you can see two speakers, this is not a snag, there are physically two of them, and they sound loud enough. The location of the speakers on one side of the case is not indisputable, I would like them to be blown apart. But the sound in most situations does not suffer, it is impossible to cover both speakers with your hand. In terms of volume, the tablet clearly outperforms the iPad, however, the sound quality is higher.
At the same end is a microUSB-connector, as well as a microphone. The tablet has two microphones, they are needed for the noise reduction system to work. Let me remind you that the tablet can be used as a regular phone, with or without a headset.
On the left side are a paired volume rocker, a power button, a little lower - a slot for a nanoSIM card (the choice of such a card format is surprising and doubtful), as well as a slot for memory cards.
On the front panel under the screen, exactly in the middle is a physical key, on the sides - two touch. Due to the size, it is convenient to work with the keys, no problems arise.
The build quality of the device is five plus, there are no problems. The disadvantages include the fact that, due to the thickness of the model, I had to sacrifice the usual Corning Gorilla Glass 4 coating, there is a “lightweight” version with a thinner outer layer. As a result, the screen is quickly covered with small scratches. You can see them only in the off state, it is, of course, impossible to feel them with your fingers.
The tablet can be purchased in black or white, below you can see what the white device looks like, it is no less interesting than the black one that I had in the review.
Screen
In order to understand how high-quality the screen in the Tab S2 is, you need to look at it in life. This is perhaps the best screen in tablets that exists today. Here are its specifications - 7.9 inches, SuperAMOLED, 2048x1536 pixels (326 dpi), 4:3 geometry. Now let's talk about what he can do in practice.
To begin with, these weeks I often flew a DJI Phantom 3 quadcopter, and in order to watch real-time video from it (transmits at a distance of up to 2 kilometers in HD quality), I installed Galaxy Tab S2. A little trick, in the settings you need to set automatic brightness control, then the maximum brightness of the backlight will double compared to the standard one when the tablet realizes that it is outdoors. Under direct sunlight, the picture remained fully readable, there was no need to look for a shadow. The photo does not convey this, it seems that the screen has faded, in life it is readable.
Now let's talk about what SuperAMOLED is criticized for, saying that it has too bright colors. In the settings, you can choose one of five operating modes (adaptive is the default, AMOLED Movie, AMOLED Photo, Basic, Reader).
In principle, it is worth stopping at the adaptive mode, it perfectly adjusts the image to the displayed content, plus it handles external lighting conditions. That is, the adaptive mode will turn on the settings for reading itself, realizing that you are reading a book or a page in the browser.
But if you do not want to trust this mode, then you can customize everything for yourself. And then the colors will not be so aggressive or become muted, it all depends on you. Other tablets do not have such technologies or they are in their infancy, in the same iPad, the ability to adjust the font size has only recently appeared, and nothing like the technology described simply exists. You cannot select a screen color temperature on the iPad. Someone can quite rightly say that this is not necessary on the iPad. Perhaps that is the case for you. Most likely, you simply have not seen what a high-quality screen is, and therefore you continue to consider a faded iPad screen acceptable. He is not bad in his class, but has long become average, nothing more.
I repeat that if the display was excellent in Tab S, then in the second version it became amazing. Good, clean picture, high brightness in the sun, pleasant viewing of photos and videos.
The screen geometry has become the same as in the iPad - 4:3. I like it less than 16:10, because I like to watch videos on my tablet. There are black bars right there, like on the iPad. But on the other hand, the quality of the picture covers everything. This is a tablet with the best screen on the market, which is recognized (grudgingly or through gritted teeth) even by ardent critics of all Samsung products.
Battery
The built-in Li-Ion battery has a capacity of 4000 mAh. At first glance, this is not much for a tablet, we are used to seeing 5000-6000 mAh batteries in such devices. But given that it uses an energy-efficient chipset and a new version of the screen that consumes less than previous models, the operating time in different modes has increased.
For example, when playing video in HD-resolution (MX Player, hardware acceleration, AVI, maximum brightness), the operating time is about 12 hours. If you turn on the automatic backlight adjustment or reduce the brightness, then the operating time will increase to 13-14 hours. This is noticeably more than any tablet in this class. And if we take into account the weight and dimensions of the tablet, then we can consider it a kind of record.
When using a SIM card in a tablet, when you call and write SMS, everything is not so rosy. It will last a day or more with an average load (2 hours of screen, about an hour of calls). The cellular module eats up the battery quickly enough. If we limit ourselves to data transfer, then everything will be typical for such devices, comparable to the same iPad - about 7-8 hours of work. Here, for example, how long the device worked for me when watching three episodes of the series (2 hours 15 minutes), working in other applications (half the brightness of the backlight, automatic mode).
In games, you can achieve a maximum of 7-7.5 hours of work, depending on the screen settings. But in games, the maximum number of cores is used, which negatively affects the operating time, the tablet noticeably warms up.
If you want to maximize battery life then don't use Chrome, Samsung's browser is much more energy efficient. The difference in operating time will be almost twice! As for me, Google urgently needs to do something with the energy efficiency of Chrome, it eats up the battery of mobile devices too quickly, although it is convenient in other aspects.
Traditionally, there is a power-saving mode, when you can limit the processor performance, turn off the backlight of the touch keys, degrade the animation, and so on. Unfortunately, in this mode, you cannot select individual items, only enable them all at once. From the pleasant - you can install automatic switch on this mode when the battery is discharged to a certain level (5, 15, 20, 50%).
In maximum power saving mode, the display turns gray and background data transfer is limited. This mode is unique from other companies and is directly related to the capabilities of the display.
The full battery charging time is about 3.5 hours (2A), fast charging mode, unlike the same Note 4, is not supported. In total, the Tab S2 is optimal in terms of operating time, if you keep in mind its capabilities and performance.
Memory, memory cards, performance
The tablet uses the same processor that we saw in the Note 4, the Exynos 5433. This processor was far ahead of its time and offered a very high performance bar, it remains one of the best on the market. They don’t look for good from good, and for a tablet in which the screen resolution is lower than in the same Note 4, they decided to use it. Many expected that this would be a new generation of processor, but there is simply no need for it - it could only be needed when using high-resolution screens. The technical characteristics of the processor are as follows - 4 cores with a frequency of up to 1.3 GHz, 4 cores with a frequency of up to 1.9 GHz. Fast RAM (1066 MHz). However, look at the results of synthetic tests.
The amount of internal memory is 32 GB, you have about 24 GB of space available for your programs and data. You can install a memory card up to 128 GB, there is almost no difference in access speed, so the applications stored on the card will work just as fast. There are versions of the tablet with 64 GB of internal memory, they will not be delivered to Russia.
The amount of RAM is 3 GB, which is quite enough for any tasks. In the interface, the device works very quickly, there are simply no slowdowns.
Communication options
Samsung is consistently refusing to use the infrared port to control household appliances, it was installed on most top models in 2014, including it can be found on the Tab S, it is not here. As well as the tablet lost support for NFC, which is doubly disappointing, since for most the presence of this technology makes using the device more convenient (quick pairing with other phones or tablets with one touch).
Surprisingly, the Tab S2 will not support Samsung Pay (there is no separate chip for crypto-protection of transactions), but it is pointless to worry about this, since the technology is focused only on the US market in 2015. Using a tablet for payments in the absence of NFC is only possible in the old fashioned way.
Other strengths of Samsung tablets remain here, the antenna for Wi-Fi is dual-band, operates at 2.4 / 5 GHz, 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac, traditionally there is Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth version 4.1.
Support for GPS / GLONASS is implemented well, as a device for navigation, the tablet turned out to be successful. BMW chose him as the standard navigator for their 7 Series.
The radio module supports the following frequencies:
- LTE: 700/ 800/ 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900/ 2100/ 2600
- 3G: 850/ 900/ 1900/ 2100
- 2G: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900
Before us is a device that will easily work in LTE around the world.
Camera
If you approach formally, then the cameras have not changed in any way compared to the Tab S, the front one also has a resolution of 2.1 megapixels, the main one - 8 megapixels. But unlike the Tab S, the main camera doesn't have an LED flash. The front camera has become more aperture, as well as the main camera (f = 1.9 versus 2.4 in Tab S).
Look at sample shots and the camera interface. I think you can see the resemblance to the Galaxy S6. Pictures look great on a tablet screen, noticeably better than their actual quality on a PC screen. The reason is the outstanding performance of the display, but not the camera, it is just quite ordinary and inferior to most top-end smartphones on the market. On the other hand, for tablets, this camera is one of the best, as you can easily see by looking at the comparison shot with the iPad Mini (right).
And this is how the tablet shoots in the evening and during the day, and also records video. It will not be able to replace a top-end smartphone, but it is quite good for everyday tasks.
Photo examples
Now I want to dwell on one of the chips directly related to the camera and tablet performance. The Samsung app store has a 3D Capture program that allows you to capture 3D images of objects. Press shoot, go around slowly a stationary object, preferably at the same distance, and in a minute you have a model in front of you that you can twist as you like, export to other programs for editing three-dimensional pictures (file format .OBJ and also .MTL). The built-in editor allows you to clean up the image, remove the background, select individual zones, and it is quite advanced, covering all the features you need. For most, this program will become a kind of toy, but someone will find it the right use.
With my hands, I managed to make a three-dimensional picture of bread on a plate, it was like a kind of miracle. He immediately twisted the picture, showed his friends what happened. I tried to position the tablet motionless and rotate the plate, the shooting did not happen - the tablet requires that it be rotated around the object.
I have always been amazed by such technologies that are becoming commonplace - ten years ago it was impossible to think that something like this would be in a mass device. This is what can be called high technology, and they are becoming publicly available. This tablet is a cheap way to get 3D models. Of course, here the question arises in their detail, quality. But for the mass consumer, this will definitely be the first encounter with such technology and the possibility of using it.
In no case should you consider that 3D shooting will be a feature that will draw attention to this product. It’s hard to believe, but this feature is unique, and other companies don’t have it (I haven’t seen it in any product). Of course, there are dozens of programs for iPad and Android that make 3D objects in .OBJ, but none of them are popular (maybe they are all niche?), and the quality of the resulting files is not very good by description. I do not presume to judge this, for sure among the readers there will be those who have played with such programs and can evaluate their quality better.
Software Features
The model comes with Android 5.0.2, and will be updated to 5.1.1 soon. Inside is a lightweight TouchWiz, which is completely or almost completely identical to what we see on the Galaxy S6. In the review of this phone, I analyzed in great detail all the pros and cons of such a solution, dwelling on all the little things. You can read about it in the review text.
Or watch the video on the Galaxy S6 as an example.
As with other flagship devices, you get free services and apps, like Microsoft's OneDrive gives you 100GB of cloud storage when you sign up. You can get a free subscription to various magazines, navigation and the like.
The multimedia capabilities of the tablet are excellent, it is omnivorous and digests most video formats (AC3 is not supported out of the box due to patent disputes, just install MX Player and everything will work).
I like the fact that you can upload any files to this tablet and immediately start watching and listening to them. As usual, maximum omnivorousness, no need to convert or download anything through a computer, everything is done from the device, it is completely independent.
V file manager bookmarks appeared, you can open different pages and copy files from one page to another.
The fingerprint sensor works by touch, there are no problems.
Of the interesting chips, I note that when working with Bluetooth, you can add “trusted devices” to the list. For example, it could be Speakerphone in the car. Then, when connected to such a device, the tablet will remain unlocked. At home, I set up a wireless speaker as such, and there is no need to put your finger on the sensor every time, the tablet is open.
There are a lot of such small chips in the system, each of them does not mean anything, but all together they make the device convenient. For the LTE version, nanoSIM and voice calls are supported, as well as SMS, unlike the same iPad, where a SIM card is only needed for data transfer.
Love or hate TouchWiz, but the shell greatly complements the stock Android, bringing in handy features, there are plenty of them.
Accessories for Tab S2
A standard set of accessories is available for the tablet, including various wired and wireless headsets, but I would like to draw your attention to three accessories that are different from other models and are only suitable for this tablet.
Let's start with the Keyboard Cover, this is a cover in which the keyboard is built in, it is fastened to the magnets on the back surface. This accessory is not available for the 8-inch model, only for a tablet with a large diagonal, which will seem like enough reason for someone to choose it.
At the same time, you can choose just Book Cover, this is a regular cover that allows you to put a tablet to watch videos.
Finally, you can purchase the docking station MT800, which has remained unchanged from the first generation of tablets and is familiar to us. This station has an HDMI connector with support for 4K video, two full-fledged USB connectors, microUSB, Ethernet - you can turn your tablet into a full-fledged computer.
Impressions
I did not like the Tab S2 at all in absentia, it seemed that the tablet did not bring anything new, and its subtlety was a tribute to fashion. In life, he changed his mind to the opposite - it is convenient to work with him, and the screen is excellent, no one simply has anything like it. I was especially pleased with the work on the street, however, the super-bright backlight eats up the battery quickly, but on the same DJI quadcopter you can fly even on a summer afternoon, when the sun burns everything around and nothing is visible on the screens of other devices.
Even if you watch movies all day, you will have enough battery power until the evening, in my usual mode the tablet worked for about 2 days, which is not bad (iPad lands in a day). In a word, I liked the device, but not its price. It is clear that it is necessary to nod on the course, but still the flagship turned out to be expensive and not accessible to everyone - but should flagships be available to many? Question.
The Tab S2 competes in Russia with the first generation of this tablet, primarily due to the fact that the old prices remain on it. However, let's compare. The price for the Wi-Fi version is about 21 thousand rubles, for the LTE version - about 23,000 rubles. Of the minuses - a smaller amount of internal memory (16 GB versus 32 GB), an old version of the OS, without updating to 5.1.1 in the near future, a slightly worse screen with fewer operating modes. The operating time in the first Tab S is slightly lower, but noticeably higher than that of all devices in this class. This line has become a kind of champion in terms of survivability thanks to the technical solutions used by the manufacturer.
The price for the Wi-Fi version of the 32 GB Tab S2 (SM-T710) is 31,990 rubles, for the 32 GB LTE version (SM-T715) – 35,990 rubles. The difference is simply drastic, and the appeal of the first generation Tab S is superior from every standpoint. You lose almost nothing by purchasing the previous model, but the savings are noticeable, enough for one or two devices below the class.
At Apple There are no direct competitors to the Tab S2 yet, the new model has not been released, so we will have to compare it with the best offer that is currently available, this is the iPad Mini 3. It would have to be compared with the Tab S, they are classmates, but let's compare with the Tab S2. The initial memory configuration for the iPad is 16 GB, it costs 26,990 and 35,990 rubles (Wi-Fi / LTE) in the official store. There is no 32 GB version, so it will not be possible to compare directly, next version for 64 GB it costs 33,490 and 42,490 rubles. It turns out quite an interesting picture, if the LTE versions cost the same, but the Tab S2 has twice as much memory, plus there are memory cards, then Wi-Fi looks a little more expensive. The quality of the screens is incomparable, the model from Samsung wins a lot. As well as battery life, weight and size, many people may like the fact that the iPad case is made of metal. As an iPad Mini owner, I can say that the Tab S2 is noticeably more convenient in everyday life, it wins in all respects. Anticipating the question of why I didn't choose it or its predecessor - I'm not so wasteful that I change tablets annually, the old one does its job quite well. But the battery starts to die a little, it is possible that I will change the old man to a new one in the coming months. Choosing a new tablet today, I would definitely compare the iPad Mini 3 and Tab S2, and then focus on the amount that I have.
In life, Tab S2 and iPad Mini 3 are completely different, they differ radically from each other. The aesthetics, the feel in the hand, the way you use these devices. In a word, see for yourself and decide what you like, here no one can be your adviser. Trying to compare the Tab S2 with Android flagships from other companies is doomed to failure. What other companies call flagships is in no way technically true to that name - the models are weaker, just look at their screens and performance, they play in a different league. However, it is quite fair to raise the question here, do you need everything that the Tab S2 offers, or is it better to save money and buy not a flagship, but something simpler, but the answer to this question is up to you again.
I specifically highlighted the review of the 8- and 9.7-inch models in different materials, as I said above. The difference between these models is fundamental, one is mobile and always accompanies you, the second is suitable for those who spend more time at home or carry a bag with them, where a folder for papers and, accordingly, Tab S2 9.7 will fit. Functionally, these models are identical, only their perception, price and positioning differ, we will talk about this in the review of the older device. As for me, Samsung turned out to be an excellent model, which has, perhaps, everything you expect from a flagship - the best screen on the market, excellent battery life, the ability to make and receive calls, support SMS and full-fledged LTE in any country in the world. The price bites, but the more attractive the previous generation of the device. This is the flagship without any discounts, we just have to wait for the fall and the next iPad Mini to see how Apple can respond to this device. I'm afraid that only iOS9 and an increase in RAM will be the answer, you should not expect fundamental differences. So, Tab S2 will remain the most interesting device in terms of the totality of characteristics that it has. But here the question is how much you are committed to a particular platform, and you can argue about this for a long time and without much result.
After Samsung revised the code names of its devices, the flagship models received the S index. Everyone knows smartphones in this series, and not so long ago the company began to produce tablets. The first signs were the Samsung Galaxy Tab S devices, which received the best that the linker had at that time, and became a full-fledged competitor to the iPad.
One of the main competitors for the Apple iPadSamsung Galaxy Tab S2 has become a continuation of the series. The tablet received an almost standard display, a powerful processor, modern and 4:3 screen format. Recent studies have shown that while in the past, users mostly watched movies, now they mostly read books and browse websites. This is what prompted the developer to create just such a format. So, we present to your attention a review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablet.
Specifications
| Operating system | Android 5 Lollipop |
| Screen: | 8 or 9.7 inches, SuperAMOLED, 2048 x 1536, 320 ppi, capacitive, multi-touch, glossy |
| CPU: | Samsung Exynos 5433, 8-core: 4×1.9GHz + 4×1.3GHz |
| GPU: | Mali-T760 MP6 |
| RAM: | 3 GB |
| Flash memory: | 32 GB |
| Memory card support: | microSD (up to 128 GB) |
| Connectors: | microUSB + OTG, nano-SIM, 3.5mm stereo |
| Camera: | rear (8 MP) and front (2.1 MP) |
| Communication: | Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz, Bluetooth 4.1, 3G/LTE, GPS, GLONASS |
| Battery: | 9.7" - 5870 mAh 8.0” - 4000 mAh |
| Additionally: | accelerometer, fingerprint sensor, light sensor, proximity, gyroscope, compass |
| Dimensions: | 8.0" - 134.8 x 198.6 x 5.6 mm 9.7" - 169 x 237.3 x 5.6 mm |
| Weight: | 8.0" - 265g (Wi-Fi), 272g (LTE) 9.7” - 389g (Wi-Fi), 392g (LTE) |
| Price: | from 26690 rubles |
Contents of delivery
The manufacturer completes its flagship only with charging, a USB-microUSB cable for connecting to a computer and a set of documents.
Design
The appearance of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 has one recognizable feature that makes it impossible to confuse it with a device from another company: physical buttons on the front panel. One of them is a mechanical home button with a built-in fingerprint sensor, and the other two are touch-sensitive. The rest of the tablet is similar to other models. Nevertheless, it's hard not to pay attention to the desire to inherit its main rival - the Apple iPad.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is available in two screen sizes - 8 and 9.7 inches. As already mentioned, the aspect ratio is 4:3, since the tablet is primarily positioned for business use and for browsing. Samsung thought it would be better this way, because compared to previous years, the model for recycling such devices has changed, and fewer users view multimedia. And the new format adds 20% more space. By the way, the first tablet with such a screen was the Galaxy Tab A (read it).
In addition to the buttons that are located on the narrow part of the tablet, on the front surface there is a camera and a brightness adjustment sensor. The display of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is framed by narrow frames, and in the 8-inch model they are somewhat narrower, which makes the device more similar to smartphones. Around the display is a metal frame that gives the tablet a serious look. And at the back, it goes into plastic. The back is covered with soft-touch plastic and has a . It houses the rear camera, which protrudes above the body, the Samsung inscription and a kind of button for a branded case. All connectors are on the sides: on the right - the volume and lock / power buttons, as well as two tightly closed slots for nano-SIM and microSD; top - microphone; and on the bottom are two stereo speakers, a headphone jack, and a microUSB port. The left side remained completely free. And the 8-inch modification of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 with the module cellular communication It has an additional earpiece above the display and a microphone on the bottom, since you can make calls on it, like through a regular phone.
The case itself is plastic and very thin, only 5.6 mm. This is the thinnest tablet in the world. Despite the thinness, the device is very durable and built to last. The parts are very tightly fitted to each other, and the body at times seems completely monolithic. Thanks to the elimination of metal, the weight is only about 390 g for the 9.7-inch device and about 270 g for the 8-inch. Therefore, without tension, you can work much longer.
Screen
In this component, Samsung outdid everyone, because the display of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is the best on the market. The SuperAMOLED matrix with a resolution of 2048 x 1536 and a pixel density of 320 ppi has the highest brightness and incredibly realistic colors, and the highest contrast helps to display all the smallest details. Indeed, the sRGB color gamut reached 100%, making viewing photos and watching videos very comfortable for the eyes.
Thanks to this resolution, the screen of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 has no graininess, it can only be seen when looking at the matrix under a magnifying glass. Even small letters are read clearly and smoothly. The viewing angles are the highest, so you can comfortably show some content even in a company. If you are not satisfied with the too bright colors of the matrix, it is possible to customize the screen profile. There are four profiles available: Main, AMOLED Movie, AMOLED Photo, and Reading Mode, as well as Adaptive Display, which automatically launches the correct profile based on content and usage conditions. You can select any profile manually. Each of them differs significantly in terms of color display, white balance and brightness.
About brightness. The standard performance of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is about 375 cd / m 2 and depends on the number of light colors. But it is worth activating automatic regulation and going out into direct sunlight, as the brightness easily increases to 700 cd / m 2. Almost no one has such indicators. In combination with an anti-glare filter, the clarity of the picture and the readability of the screen remain at the highest level in any case.
On top of that, there is a coating against greasy stains, as well as a protective glass. Due to the small thickness, I had to put a thinner coating instead of Gorilla Glass 4. So over time, the screen is covered with small scratches, visible only in the light when the tablet is off. They do not affect the work in any way and do not spoil the overall pleasant impression. Indeed, the screen of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is the best in quality, not only by the standards of tablets, but also by most smartphones.
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is powered by the most powerful Samsung Exynos 5433 processor, first used on Galaxy Note 4 and far ahead of its time. It has a huge margin of power and performance, as the chipset, manufactured using 20 nm technology, has 4 cores at 1.9 GHz, more economical 4 cores at 1.3 GHz, a Mali-T760 MP6 video adapter and 3 GB of RAM. In addition, hardware has support for a special technology that allows you to use all 8 cores at the same time. The whole question is which applications will utilize this possibility. Maybe someone was waiting for a new generation processor, but you are unlikely to use the full resource of this.
Naturally, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 functions simply exceptionally, there is not even the slightest hint of slowdown. The menu just flies, the tablet easily reads video files with a resolution of 2K (3840 x 2160), opens documents, and allows you to play all modern games at maximum settings. Various performance tests show results on par with the best smartphones, although they do not always reach them. But its parameters are already enough for the most demanding user.
Multimedia features
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 easily plays the highest bitrate media files and supports many music and video formats. True, the standard player may not appeal to everyone. But you can download and install any from the application store.
Two speakers accurately reproduce all frequencies and have a good volume margin, so the sound quality is excellent. So you can watch videos in a noisy place. Unfortunately, the square format will force you to put up with black bars when watching modern movies on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, because most of them are recorded in 16:10 format. In headphones, audio sounds very voluminous and deep, music lovers will be happy. Although it is unlikely that anyone will buy such a tablet, focusing purely on sound quality.
Battery and operating time
The larger modification of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is equipped with a 5870 mAh battery, and the smaller one is equipped with a 4000 mAh battery. This is a very good indicator for such a thin device. In addition, energy-saving mode, screen technology and automatic brightness extend the operating time up to 14 hours. Average performance with the included 3G-module - 7-8 hours of continuous operation. In turn, the numbers may differ from the frequency of use, the type of wireless connection and its stability, the profile of the screen, its brightness level, and the temperature environment. So each device may have different performance. Games, in general, are the most voracious energy absorbers, you can achieve a maximum of 7–7.5 hours at minimum brightness. But in general, a tablet is enough for a day, and when mobile communications are turned off - for all two.
In the settings of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, you can activate a special power saving mode. It regulates running processes, reduces processor power, disables wireless modules, and with maximum savings, in general, makes the screen black and white. This useful feature will extend the life of the device in hopeless moments.
Camera
Tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is equipped with a main camera of 8 megapixels and an auxiliary camera of 2.1 megapixels. They are not much different from those in the previous model. The only difference is the improved aperture, and therefore there is no flash. The auxiliary camera has a fixed focus and performs quite well. It also shows a good picture during video calls.
The main camera of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 does not show anything super outstanding, compared to many smartphones, which are still significantly ahead of tablets. Improved aperture and f / 1.9 aperture do not compensate for the lack of a flash when shooting at night. Noise appears in the photo, white balance may go astray, autofocus may not work properly. During the day, the camera boasts good detail and sharpness. The white balance works correctly, the colors are not distorted, the camera focuses instantly. Its settings menu strongly resembles the settings of a smartphone of the same name series. In general, the camera of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is not yet comparable to the phone, but is one of the best among tablets.
The Samsung app store has an interesting 3D Capture program. With its help, you can create three-dimensional images. It is enough to launch the application and, following the instructions, slowly rotate the device around the object, then save. Only a few devices have this capability.
Operating system and programs
The operating system is installed on the device. android system 5.0.2 with the traditional Samsung TouchWiz shell, which is almost identical to the phone one. The set of programs is almost like a bare Android, however, some branded applications are still present. Therefore, you do not have to clean the tablet from software garbage for a long time.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 system has a large number of settings, with several proprietary features. For example, the device finder S Finder has been added to allow you to find the desired file, application or setting, or smart manager- junk file cleaner and accelerator. It also has its own Samsung Apps store. Office suite also preinstalled Microsoft Office Android, which allows you to quickly edit the desired document on the go.
The fingerprint sensor built into the home button keeps your data safe. When using the feature for the first time, the setup wizard will ask you to put your finger on the sensor several times until the drawn fingerprint is filled. Up to 4 prints can be programmed. After that, recognition occurs instantly, just touch your finger at the sensor. You cannot set up multiple user profiles through the fingerprint scanner, but the device has such an option. This is very convenient if there is only one tablet for the whole family.
In a word, the system interface has been redesigned very cool. Samsung promises to release regular Android updates, and Android 6.0 Marshmallow is expected to be released in the second quarter.
Competitors
Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet - installed Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor with Adreno 430 video chip; the device has the best resolution of the front camera - 2.1 MP, widescreen 10.1-inch screen 2560 x 1600; the memory sizes are the same; The tablet is protected from dust and water.
Apple iPad Air 2 - lower screen pixel density (264 ppi), 2-core processor, front camera only 1.2 Megapixels.
Considering that Sony's tablet was released later, it's not surprising that its screen resolution is slightly higher. Although at the same time, one should not forget about the larger diagonal and wide format. iPad loses in almost all characteristics. We can safely say that the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is perhaps the best flagship device today.
Pros and cons
Summing up the review, we note the strengths and weaknesses of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 device.
- Nearly perfect screen.
- Outstanding performance.
- High-quality assembly, body dimensions.
- menu.
- Fingerprint sensor.
- Inconvenient screen format for watching movies.
- There is no NFC module.
- Overcharge.
Conclusion
Surely everyone will agree that Samsung has managed to set the tone for tablet fashion and the bar that many will strive to jump over. The price, however, is beyond the reach of many, but that's why it's a flagship. Its top-notch performance, top-quality screen and strong battery will please both gamers and those who buy a device for work.
Are you planning to purchase Samsung Galaxy Tab S2? Are you satisfied with everything in it? We will be glad to see your comments after reading the article.
Information about the make, model, and alternative names of a particular device, if any.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, suggested colors, certificates.
| Width Width information refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 237.3 mm (millimeters) 23.73 cm (centimeters) 0.78 ft 9.34in |
| Height Height information refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 169 mm (millimeters) 16.9 cm (centimeters) 0.55 ft 6.65in |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement. | 5.6 mm (millimeters) 0.56 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft 0.22in |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 392 g (grams) 0.86 lbs 13.83oz |
| Volume Approximate volume of the device, calculated from dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 224.58 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 13.64 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | The black White |
| Housing materials The materials used to make the body of the device. | Metal Plastic |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
| GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often referred to as a 2G mobile network. It is enhanced by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies. | GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz |
| UMTS UMTS is short for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is to provide more speed and spectral efficiency with W-CDMA technology. | UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz |
| LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent development of technologies is called LTE Advanced. | LTE 800 MHz LTE 850 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 1900 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE 700 MHz |
Mobile technologies and data rates
Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out through technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
The operating system is the system software that manages and coordinates the operation of the hardware components in the device.
SoC (System on a Chip)
System on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device in one chip.
| SoC (System on a Chip) System on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | Samsung Exynos 5 Octa 5433 |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is made. The value in nanometers measures half the distance between the elements in the processor. | 20 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is the interpretation and execution of instructions contained in software applications. | 4x 1.9 GHz ARM Cortex-A57, 4x 1.3 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Processor bit depth The bit depth (bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance than 32-bit processors, which, in turn, are more productive than 16-bit processors. | 64 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands by which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv8-A |
| First level cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently accessed data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for them in the L2 cache. With some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 32 kB + 32 kB (kilobytes) |
| Second level cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but instead has a larger capacity to allow caching more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or RAM. | 2048 KB (kilobytes) 2 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing many instructions to be executed in parallel. | 8 |
| Processor clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1900 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc. | ARM Mali-T760 MP6 |
| Number of cores GPU Like the CPU, the GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical calculations of different applications. | 6 |
| GPU clock speed Speed is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 700 MHz (megahertz) |
| The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost when the device is turned off or restarted. | 3 GB (gigabytes) |
| Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR3 |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means higher data rates. | dual channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its speed, more specifically, the speed of reading / writing data. | 825 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has a built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed amount.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends. | Super AMOLED |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, the screen size is expressed in terms of its diagonal length, measured in inches. | 9.7in 246.38 mm (millimeters) 24.64 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate Screen Width | 7.76in 197.1 mm (millimeters) 19.71 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate Screen Height | 5.82in 147.83 mm (millimeters) 14.78 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.333:1 4:3 |
| Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper image detail. | 2048 x 1536 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail. | 264 ppi (pixels per inch) 103 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for the color components in a single pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen space on the front of the device. | 72.89% (percentage) |
| Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen. | capacitive Multitouch |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that are recognized by the mobile device.
Main camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the case and is used for taking photos and videos.
| Sensor model | Samsung S5K4H5 |
| Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take pictures. The sensor, as well as the optics, is one of the main factors in the quality of a camera in a mobile device. | CMOS BSI (backside illumination) |
| Sensor size | 3.6 x 2.7 mm (millimeters) 0.18in |
| Pixel size | 1.103 µm (micrometers) 0.001103 mm (millimeters) |
| crop factor | 9.61 |
| Diaphragm | f/1.9 |
| Focal length | 3.23 mm (millimeters) 31.02 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame) |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which indicates the number of pixels in the horizontal and vertical direction of an image. | 3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution for video recording by the device. | 2560 x 1440 pixels 3.69 MP (megapixels) |
| Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting movies with maximum resolution. Some of the main standard shooting and video playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p. | 30 fps (frames per second) |
| Specifications Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality. | autofocus digital zoom Self-timer Scene Selection Mode |
Additional camera
Additional cameras are usually mounted above the screen of the device and are mainly used for video calls, gesture recognition, etc.
| Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera. | Samsung S5K6B2 |
| Sensor size Information about the size of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with a larger sensor and lower pixel density offer better image quality despite lower resolution. | 2.4 x 1.8 mm (millimeters) 0.12in |
| Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels to be used per unit area, thus increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality when high levels light sensitivity (ISO). | 1.25 µm (micrometers) 0.00125 mm (millimeters) |
| crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of a full-frame sensor (36 x 24mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The number shown is the ratio of the diagonals of the full frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photo sensor of the specific device. | 14.42 |
| Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture is larger. | f/2.2 |
| Focal length Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the photosensor to the optical center of the lens. There is also an equivalent focal length that provides the same field of view with a full frame camera. | 1.87 mm (millimeters) 26.97 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame) |
| Image Resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the secondary camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera. | 1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum resolution supported when shooting video with the optional camera. | 1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels) |
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about navigation and location technologies supported by the device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for short distance data transmission between different devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to communicate.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which store and encode/decode digital video data, respectively.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge they need to function.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum number electromagnetic radiation, which the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at the level of the hips. The maximum allowed SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC following the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines and IEC standards. | 0.885 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest acceptable SAR value in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA controls whether mobile devices comply with this standard. | 1.585 W/kg (watt per kilogram) |
A tablet is a reasonable compromise between a smartphone and a full-fledged laptop. The big screen makes it easy to watch movies, and the powerful hardware allows you to play the latest mobile games. In addition, models with LTE modules will provide stable high-speed Internet almost anywhere. And if you wish, you can also connect a keyboard to make it more convenient to work with texts.
Tablet Series samsung model Galaxy Tab S is the flagship, which means it presents the most productive and reliable devices. In 2016, the company updated the lineup by releasing the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 in two sizes - with a screen diagonal of 8 and 9.7 inches. Today we are talking about a larger modification - Samsung SM-T819 Galaxy Tab S2 (2016) with LTE support and 32 GB of internal memory on board.
Releasing the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, the manufacturer decided not to reinvent the wheel – the design remained virtually unchanged. The case is made of matte plastic with soft-touch effect, the corners are rounded, the screen is covered with tempered protective glass. An innovation is a metal frame: it looks stylish and increases strength. There are two colors to choose from - black and gold.
At the top of the front panel of the tablet is the Samsung logo, above which is the speaker slot, as well as the front camera and light sensor. Below is an oval physical home button with a built-in fingerprint scanner, as well as two touch buttons (Back and Applications) on the sides of it.
On the rear panel, the main camera is located at the top, and closer to the left edge are small round legs that prevent slipping. On the right side there is a volume rocker and a power button. By the way, the edges are gracefully bevelled - this allows you to more confidently hold a 9.7-inch tablet and more convenient to press the buttons.
- a tablet, in all respects optimized for the Internet. Scientists have found that a person perceives information best on a page with an aspect ratio of 4:3, so Samsung designers chose this aspect ratio for a series of tablets.
The screen matrix is traditionally Super AMOLED: Samsung's proprietary development is getting brighter every year, the colors are richer, the contrast is higher, so the picture looks as realistic as possible. The absence of an air gap between the matrix and the glass provides wide viewing angles - 178 degrees horizontally and vertically, for joint work or for relaxing on the sofa it is very convenient.
The margin of brightness is good - in direct sunlight you can read small text from the screen without straining your eyes. And in low light conditions, the tablet will automatically reduce the brightness to make you comfortable. By the way, you can choose one of several color ranges for different conditions - games, movies, reading, photos. There is also an adaptive mode - it adjusts the brightness of the display to the active application.
The resolution of the 9.7-inch screen is 2048x1536 pixels, there is no graininess, so the picture looks solid. The sensor is very responsive in any conditions, it perceives even weak pressures - and this is one of the key differences between Samsung tablets and the Chinese “noname”.
The bezel of the tablet's screen is relatively wide, but you can't call it a disadvantage. On the contrary: it is convenient to hold the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2016) 9.7 LTE in your hands, there are no accidental touches on the edges, which is very important in dynamic games. The protective glass has an oleophobic coating - fingerprints and other contaminants remain, but are very easy to erase.
Chipset and Memory
The tablet is based on an 8-core 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor. It includes two quad-core bundles: Cortex-A72 with a frequency of 1.8 GHz and Cortex-A53 with a frequency of 1.2 GHz. In addition, the chipset integrates the Adreno 510 graphics core, X8 LTE modules, dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.1. Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 is supported at the processor level.
In combination with 3 GB of memory, the chipset demonstrates high results in games. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2016) 9.7 LTE runs Asphalt 8 with ease and runs at maximum settings, you can play Need For Speed: No Limits without dropping frames, other resource-demanding applications also work flawlessly.
The permanent memory in the tablet is 32 GB, of which 25.2 GB is available to the user. There is also a slot for microSD cards, media capacities up to 128 GB are supported.
The resolution of the main camera of the tablet is 8 MP, and it can shoot video in Full HD quality at up to 30 frames per second. The lens is fast (f / 1.9), so there are no special problems with shooting indoors or in the evening on the street. And in the daytime and in well-lit rooms, the photos are simply excellent. True, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE does not have a flash, but, objectively speaking, a tablet is not a device that is convenient for constantly taking pictures quickly.
The resolution of the front camera is 2.1 MP, which is more than enough for Skype and other video chats, however, you will have to try hard for selfies.
The tablet supports Russian LTE networks and voice communication. If your main phone is dead, you can call from your tablet. If you have a headset (wired or Bluetooth), Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2016) 9.7 LTE may well replace the phone. Without it, of course, constantly calling and talking on the tablet is not so convenient.
Battery
The battery capacity of the tablet is 5870 mAh. Is it a lot or a little? From one charge on the tablet, you can watch videos for up to 12 hours or surf the Internet for up to 8 hours, and listen to music for more than 4 days continuously. Decent score! By the way, the battery is non-removable.
Connectors and sensors
The set of connectors Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE is standard - a 3.5 mm port for headphones and microUSB for charging. There is no NFC module for contactless payments, but in Russia this technology is just beginning to be used.
GPS and GLONASS are supported, the tablet finds satellites quickly enough, so it can be used as a navigator. There is a Hall sensor - you can use the cover, which, when opened, unlocks the screen.
Software
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2016) 9.7 LTE comes with fresh Android 6.0 and MS Office suite. The operating system allows you to work with two applications at the same time - for example, watch a movie and discuss it with friends in a messenger or edit two documents in different programs in parallel.
