Samsung launches 7-inch tablet with voice calling

Samsung has announced a new tablet with 7-inch screen, called the Galaxy Tab 3.

NEW DELHI: Samsung has announced a new tablet with 7-inch screen, called the Galaxy Tab 3. This new device will be available in Wi-Fi only as well as Wi-Fi+3G variants that will roll out in May and June this year, respectively.

The all-new Galaxy Tab 3 features a TFT screen with 1024x600p resolution and 169ppi pixel density and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). This device is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, though the company has not specified which chipset it has used. It comes in 8 and 16GB variants, supports microSD card expansion and offers 1GB RAM.
Connectivity options in the device include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0 and microUSB 2.0; the other variant also supports 2G and 3G-based voice calls, internet connectivity and messaging. On the back is a 3MP camera, while a 1.3MP unit is used in the front. This tablet measures 9.9mm along the waistline and has a 4,000mAh battery.

In the Indian market, this device will compete against the recently-unveiled Asus FonePad.

Key specs:

Display: 7-inch TFT screen with 1024x600p resolution, 169ppi pixel density;
Operating system: Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean);
Processor and RAM: 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1GB RAM;
Connectivity: 2G/3G (optional), WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, microUSB 2.0;
Storage: 8/16GB internal storage, microSD slot (up to 64GB);
Camera: 3MP primary camera, 1.3MP secondary unit; and
Battery: 4,000mAh