The Samsung Galaxy Tab will finally reach the mainstream Australian market today after months of fierce court battles against iPad maker Apple.
Although the gadget has been available through online portals and some other stores for the past two weeks since the company was given the legal go-ahead to sell,
But what exactly is the Galaxy Tab, the tablet device that had Apple accusing Samsung of patent infringement?
The Galaxy Tab itself has a 10.1 inch screen, weighs only 565 grams and is 8.66 millimetresthick – giving it a striking resemblance to the iPad. It’s also powered by a 1Ghz dual-core Nvidia, chip, and comes in either 3G or Wi-Fi.
The device itself has cornered edges, a plastic backing and a strong glass front. Software wise, the device runs on Android, but early reports indicate it runs incredibly smoothly. It also comes with some pre-installed software, such as Polaris Office 3.0 so users able to edit documents right out of the box, while they will also be able to access the Android market as usual.
It’s important to note this version of the Galaxy Tab is slightly different than some versions released in other countries. But early reports indicate the device is a winner.