12/30/2012 06:42 PM (28 Votes))

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet review

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has come a long way in its development. When we first met him at the beginning of the outgoing year, he was equipped with a 2-core processor, 1 GB random access memory and standard Android version with TouchWiz interface. The Wacom stylus gave it a characteristic feature, which has become a great addition for those who prefer writing text input before typing.

Since then, it has received a new 4-core processor, the same CPU powers the powerful Samsung Galaxy S3, the amount of RAM has been increased to 2 GB, which allowed the Galaxy Note 10.1 to bypass the well-known Asus Transformer Infinity in performance.

Key features: 10.1-inch PLS display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels; 4-core Exynos processor with a frequency of 1.4 GHz; 2 GB RAM; 16-64 GB of memory; S Pen stylus; 3G and microSD slot; IR port.

Design

Unfortunately, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 doesn't look the most attractive. If this design is the result of Samsung trying to avoid accusing Apple of copying the iPad, then it's safe to say that Samsung has nothing to fear, since Apple certainly doesn't have a patent for minimalism.

Even being in white, this Galaxy Note 10.1 didn't help. The white plastic gives it a cheaper look compared to the black model, and secondly, the black screen, the white frame around it, and the silver bezel just don't work in this combination. Therefore, if you decide in what color to buy Galaxy Note 10.1, then we strongly recommend that you opt for black. The two speakers on either side of the tablet are positioned to avoid resemblance to some Apple devices, but the fact that it has stereo sound puts the tablet in a positive light for those who care about sound quality.

Don't get us wrong, in the hands you feel that even though it's plastic, the build quality is excellent, and the slightly raised bezel provides a good grip and grip. But the smooth, glossy back cover of the tablet doesn't feel very nice in the hands. As a result, it turned out that the Galaxy Note 10.1 is not as diligent in the hands as, for example, textured Transformer Pad 300 or anodized aluminum new iPad.

But overall the build quality is very good. The plastic itself is hard and of high quality, although the back cover plays a little and flexes when you press it. The biggest concern is that the shiny plastic scratches very easily. For such dimensions, the tablet weighs very little, only 595 grams, and in this indicator it even surpassed the new iPad and iPad 2.

Connections and memory

Design isn't the only area Samsung wanted to borrow from early Apple devices. And it is precisely the poor variety of means and methods for connecting the Galaxy Note 10.1 to external or peripherals allowed here.

The very first thing is that you will not find a USB port or video output on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1. Of course, this can be offset by special adapters that can be purchased separately, but these are additional costs. But where does the Galaxy Note 10.1 win over the iPad and some android tablet Mi, like Motorola Xoom 2, is the presence of a microSD slot for a memory card. With it, you can add 64 GB to the native 16/32/64 GB, and get enough space for your favorite music or movies.

The microSD slot is hidden under a plastic cover and is located next to the power button and volume control. WITH right side The tablet houses an infrared transceiver and an audio output, while the left side is completely unoccupied. At the bottom is a port for charging the tablet, and next to it, a little to the right, is a slot for the S Pen stylus.

The next big advantage of the Galaxy Note 10.1 over its competitors is the presence of a 3G modem. This makes it preferable over the Asus Transformer line of devices, which still does not have a tablet with a 3G modem on board.

IR port

As already mentioned, Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is equipped with an IR module, which is now very rare, but quite a handy feature. With this function, you can use your tablet as a TV remote control, and not necessarily from Samsung. Now, there are not so many devices on the tablet market that are equipped with an infrared port, among them Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and Sony. The Galaxy Note 10.1 software bundle contains Smart remote app, with which we controlled the Panasonic TV. The application proved to be excellent, with the exception of one point: it turned out that the TV had to be turned on separately first, and all other functions already worked using Smart Remote.

cameras

As is the case with many tablets, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is equipped with front and rear cameras. Ahead was a 1.9 MP HD camera, with a decent quality of shooting, which is quite enough for video calls. On the back side, a 5 megapixel camera was installed, paired with an LED flash. It also demonstrates decent photo quality and is capable of recording 720p video.

Screen

For many, the Note 10.1's screen has been the biggest disappointment in the tablet. Most of the complaints come about his small resolution. This dissatisfaction arose thanks to their 2048 x 1536 Retina display, and then the Asus Transformer Infinity and Acer A700 improved their performance to 1920 x 1200, well, how can you keep silent about that!?

All the Note 10.1 is capable of is 1280 x 800 pixels, which seems like an unacceptable resolution especially for the category of designers, technical illustrators and artists. But while we're complaining about the Galaxy Note 10.1's screen here, let's not forget that no other tablet other than the ones mentioned above has a higher resolution than the Galaxy Note 10.1.

Unfortunately, the screen cannot be distinguished for the better in any other quality. In terms of brightness, the Galaxy Note 10.1 is also far behind the Super IPS Plus screen of the Transformer Prime and Infinity.

It was no surprise that the screen got 10.1 inches and it turned out to be a PLS screen, which is quite close in quality to IPS. Colors are vibrant and dark detail is good, something that many tablets miss. As expected from PLS, viewing angles are excellent, although there is a slight change in contrast, but only at higher angles. There are no more complaints about the screen. The aspect ratio is 16:10, which makes the Galaxy Note 10.1 a very comfortable device for watching movies and reading.

Performance

With a 1.4GHz quad-core Exynos processor backed up by 2GB of RAM, there aren't many tablets that can match the Galaxy Note 10.1 in terms of performance today. In practice, everything works great, there are rare moments when Ice Cream Sandwich causes stuttering or delays, but the reason is not in the hardware, and we are sure that with the receipt of Jelly Bean these inconveniences will resolve themselves. Many have complained that it is TouchWiz that slows down the tablet, but we completely deny these accusations. To see the power of this device, try to maximize the video file window while playing it, or run several more applications at the same time.

Like any Tegra 3 device, the quad-core Note plays high-quality 1080p video with ease, in almost any format. We said practically because the standard video player doesn't play some common formats like .MOV, so we recommend downloading and installing MX Player.

Battery

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is powered by a 7,000 mAh battery that, when fully charged, can last almost a whole day. With active and comprehensive use: watching videos, playing games, surfing the Internet, the battery lasted about 8 hours, and the energy-saving mode was turned on.

That doesn't sound like much compared to the 9+ hours of an iPad 3 or Asus Transformer Pad 300, but let's not forget that the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has a 4-core processor to feed.

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 can be viewed from two perspectives: it is both ugly and innovative, powerful and limited, and evokes feelings of success and disappointment. With a 4-core processor and 2 GB of RAM, it has earned the title of the most powerful Android tablet today, and stereo speakers guarantee it the victory in the nomination of the best sounding device. On the one hand, the limited set of interfaces for connection and the average quality of the screen and battery do not make it a lot of credibility, but for less than $650 you buy an excellent tablet with a huge range of functions.

Unsurpassed Efficiency
Experience the power of Multi-Screen Multitasking in S Note app, web browser, video player, email, gallery and Polaris Office on an incredibly large and bright 10.1" display! At the same time, the device retained its small size. Do everything at once!

Complete creative freedom
The user has all the means for creativity at the disposal of the user - an extremely accurate S Pen with support for free input, a unique and simple function self-publishing through S Note, as well as a host of Adobe Photoshop Touch digital tools that make every shot magical.

Top performance
Designed with premium performance in mind, this device features a powerful 1.4GHz quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM for responsive apps and seamless multitasking; in addition, the device supports Wi-Fi channel bonding technology, which almost doubles the download speed.

Intelligent Services and Content
The device comes with a host of impressive and useful features, including wireless and remote content sharing via AllShare Play, a remote control function and multimedia content transfer to a TV via AllShare Cast, as well as 50 GB of Dropbox cloud storage for file synchronization and sharing.

Take advantage of the Multiscreen feature and work more efficiently with full multitasking on a single screen. When working with your documents, search for related information through Google and provide links to them, all on one screen. While watching a movie, you can open the movie information website or select the next entry to watch. When creating a note in S Note, search for suitable pictures for it on the Internet. Or just explore different corners of the internet for inspiration while you draw or write, the possibilities are endless.

No more pausing the video - watch it and do other tasks at the same time! You can move the video window anywhere on the screen and resize it without interrupting your viewing.

Thanks to innovative smart features Stay Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1 detects how you use the device (for example, to browse the web or read an e-book) using the front camera, and does not turn off the backlight of the display, providing the most comfortable viewing experience.

Galaxy Note 10.1 features the most advanced touch technology Samsung -new The S Pen stylus makes everything easy. Enjoy incredible freedom with built-in touch stylus support, so you can take notes or sketch at any time by simply picking up the stylus and bringing it close to the display. detailed drawings and notes, just like a regular pen. Your work efficiency will increase significantly, because at any time you can take a quick note or send a handwritten message that will emphasize your attitude towards the interlocutor as a person and better convey your message. Unsurpassed accuracy will turn into great fun in games, because the sight will not let you down anymore, and editing digital content will become a trivial task - the possibilities are truly endless.

Users will have complete control over digital publishing with a variety of convenient tools for designing and implementing documents in the S Note app, allowing them to create their own unique and high-quality multimedia content. There are many quality, proven templates to choose from to get started and create your own custom project. Simply select and edit any content from personal files, documents and handwritten notes, or cut and paste any information from the Internet into your document. In addition, you can add voice notes, videos, and links. It's never been easier to create your own journal, diary, take notes, write notes, recipes and more - unique, personalized multimedia documents that accurately reflect your ideas and look professional.

Formula Match and Shape Match technologies give you more freedom when entering data and creating quick sketches, allowing you to not waste time re-typing and not be afraid that you will not understand what you have written later. Formula Match automatically converts any mathematical equation into perfect text form - you can write in a hurry and still be sure of a perfect result. Similarly, Shape Match turns jagged outlines of triangles, circles, and squares into neat, standard shapes that don't need to be redrawn. This saves time and gives great results. Advanced graphics applications are at your disposal to capture the fruits of your inspiration on the go and transform them into the perfect shape. S Note also integrates an application with a powerful and accessible knowledge base, providing expert data and calculations in a wide variety of disciplines. Get the most accurate and complete answers instantly!

Special mobile version Photoshop Touch gives users unparalleled flexibility to process, create, collage and manage images with a wide range of visual effects and Photoshop features such as working with layers, blending, and filters. You can visually enhance any image, add text to it, compose a collage, and send the results to Facebook to get immediate feedback on your work. Mobile projects can be enhanced in Photoshop for PC and included in collages. And synchronization with innovative cloud service Creative Cloud gives you the ability to publish and share your work in an active and intuitive creative environment.

Users will enjoy the tremendous power and superior performance of the 1.4GHz quad-core processor for smooth, fast performance. Everything works faster and better - from the interface and multitasking to web browsing - the whole world of multimedia comes to life in your hands without delay. Reliable and capacious accumulator battery guarantees long work without recharging, which is extremely important when actively using various applications during the day. The last thing you want to do is lose your assistant because of a dead battery. A faster processor and more RAM allow you to multitask at the same time. With unprecedented data processing speed, it gives the user an unforgettable working experience.

Mobile media content unleashes its beauty with Full HD video support on a large, eye-catching display. Whether you're browsing downloaded recordings, the latest viral YouTube videos, or live streaming video, you'll enjoy high-definition brightness and crystal clarity every time. Thanks to cross-platform compatibility with various video codecs (DivX), you are not in danger of encountering an unsupported video format or incompatible files. Video Maker is a serious video editing tool that is as capable as a PC application, useful for both advanced video editing and audio mixing. Your videos will look elegant and professional. Listen to your favorite music and enjoy modern blockbusters with their authentic sound, conceived by the authors. intellectual sound system SoundAlive delivers optimal and incredibly rich sound for portable devices.

Travel the world of mobile multimedia without delay - made possible by the support of high-speed communication technologies that allow you to download files much faster. HSPA+21 is three times faster than before, which means you can spend three times less time waiting and open media faster. What's more, with fast file transfers, you can upload your personal photos and videos online while your experience is fresh. Wi-Fi channel bonding technology also effectively increases the speed of wireless data transmission by using two bonded channels instead of one. Thus, the download time of large files such as movies, music and games is halved. You have to wait less, and you can start enjoying much earlier.

An innovative educational service ideal for self-education through rich interactive content for self-study of foreign languages, arts, sciences, lifestyles, hobbies, career opportunities and professional growth. Create your own learning plans, take quizzes, edit and publish your content.

Wireless connection via AllShare Play to other tablets, laptops and TVs allows you to enjoy new movies, view vacation snaps and listen to your favorite music with other people, wherever you are. Multimedia content from your device can be displayed on the big screen with AllShare Cast technology - watch movies, control viewing and make impressive presentations.

Sharing files and storing data has never been easier than with Dropbox, preinstalled on the Samsung GALAXYNote 10.1. Store all your files: photos, videos and documents - on your free account Dropbox so you can access them anywhere, anytime. You can automatically upload to cloud storage your photos and videos and easily share them with others. You no longer have to worry about forgetting or losing your files - they are completely safe, invisible to prying eyes and available to you at any time.

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.	262 mm (millimeters) 26.2 cm (centimeters) 0.86 ft 10.31in
Height Height information refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	180 mm (millimeters) 18 cm (centimeters) 0.59 ft 7.09in
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	8.9 mm (millimeters) 0.89 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft 0.35in
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	600 g (grams) 1.32 pounds 21.16oz
Volume Approximate volume of the device, calculated from dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	419.72 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 25.49 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	White Grey

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.

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 4 Quad 4412
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.	32 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.	ARM Cortex-A9
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.	32 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.	ARMv7
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 in return it has a larger capacity, allowing more data to be cached. 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.	1024 KB (kilobytes) 1 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.	4
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).	1400 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-400 MP4
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.	4
GPU clock speed Speed ​​is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	440 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.	2 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR2
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.	400 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.	pls
Diagonal For mobile devices, the screen size is expressed in terms of its diagonal length, measured in inches.	10.1in 256.54 mm (millimeters) 25.65 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate Screen Width	8.56in 217.55 mm (millimeters) 21.75 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate Screen Height	5.35in 135.97 mm (millimeters) 13.6 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.6:1 16:10
Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper image detail.	1280 x 800 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.	149 ppi (pixels per inch) 58 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.	62.92% (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.

Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile devices cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes give a softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting.	LED
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.	2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution for video recording by the device.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the 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 geo tags panoramic shooting Adjusting the white balance

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the screen of the device and are mainly used for video calls, gesture recognition, etc.

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.

Version There are several versions of Bluetooth, with each subsequent one improving communication speed, coverage, making it easier to discover and connect devices. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.	4.0
Specifications Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols to provide more fast exchange data, power savings, improved device discovery, and more. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here.	A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile) GAVDP (Generic Audio/Video Distribution Profile) GAP (Generic Access Profile) GOEP (Generic Object Exchange Profile) HFP (Hands Free Profile) HID (Human Interface Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) LE (Low Energy) OPP (Object Push Profile) SPP (Serial Port Protocol)

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to communicate.

HDMI

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital audio/video interface that replaces older analog audio/video standards.

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.

Capacity The capacity of a battery indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliamp-hours.	7000 mAh (milliamp-hours)
A type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more specifically, by the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries being the most commonly used in mobile devices.	Li-Ion (Li-Ion)
Talk time 2G Talk time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 2G network.	40 h (hours) 2400 min (minutes) 1.7 days
2G standby time The 2G standby time is the amount of time it takes for the battery to fully discharge when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network.	2230 h (hours) 133800 min (minutes) 92.9 days
3G talk time Talk time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged during a continuous conversation in a 3G network.	40 h (hours) 2400 min (minutes) 1.7 days
3G standby time The 3G standby time is the amount of time it takes for the battery to fully discharge when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network.	2230 h (hours) 133800 min (minutes) 92.9 days
Specifications Information about some additional features of the device's battery.	Fixed
	Charging connector-proprietary

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. Maximum permissible value The SAR 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.	0.697 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.	1.1 W/kg (watt per kilogram)

Rumors about the Galaxy Note 10.1 have been around for a long time. We even had a "First Look" pre-release sample. A lot of time has passed since then, and Samsung has pretty much upgraded this tablet. By the way, the company does not call Galaxy Note 10.1 a tablet: "Galaxy Note is Galaxy Note." But if in the case of the regular Note this statement is justified, then for the Galaxy Note 10.1 it is not true. It's a tablet, whatever you call it. Its positioning is quite simple - this is a top solution for users who need a high-quality, powerful and functional tablet, as well as for those who need programs that support the S Pen for work. This model is above the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1.

Equipment

• Tablet,
• S Pen,
• USB cable for PC connection,
• power unit,
• headset with remote control

This is one of the few tablets that comes with a quality earplug headset. The same model is used in Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note. The headset has a button for receiving a call and a volume rocker, double pressing the receive button switches to the next track, triple - to the previous one. The earphones sit well in the ears and do not cause discomfort, they are comfortable to use.

Charger "prefabricated". A USB cable is connected to the power supply, and a tablet is connected to the cable. The disadvantage of this solution is obvious - due to the fact that there is only one cable in the kit, if you need to connect to a PC, you will have to pull it out of the charger.

Appearance, materials, controls

Due to numerous lawsuits with Apple, Samsung began to think carefully about the design of their models. It's safe to say that the Galaxy Note 10.1 is nothing like an iPad.

Let's start from the front side. Above the screen are the front camera and light sensor, and on the sides are two stereo speakers. Finally, Samsung decided to place the speakers in front and not on the side. They have a good volume margin, you can comfortably watch a movie in places with an average noise level. The sound is voluminous, it is clearly noticeable in games, for example, in Asphalt 7.

At the top end there is a power button, a volume rocker (both are made in the same style as on the Galaxy S3), slots for a SIM card and a microSD card, an infrared port and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. I think the decision to place the headphone jack on top is not the most successful, it is still more convenient when it is on the side. But the power button is installed where it should be - on top, I stipulate this separately, because now the fashion has gone to put the power button on the right or left, which is at least inconvenient. The button and the rocker have a soft press and a medium stroke, there are no problems with them.

Own connector for connecting to a PC and charger can be seen below.

On the back, there is a rear 5 MP camera eye and a flash.

The main material used in the tablet is plastic, I had a white version of the tablet on the test, it feels like the same plastic is used here as in White Galaxy S3. It is glossy, but the prints are almost invisible. Also on sale will be a gray tablet.

There are no complaints about the assembly. All parts are tightly fitted to each other, Galaxy Note 10.1 gives the impression of a monolithic tablet, without backlash, squeaks and cracks.

Screen

The Galaxy Note 10.1 has a 10.1” screen with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels. The display is covered with Gorilla Glass. Matrix type - PLS, let me remind you that this is Samsung's own development, designed to compete with the IPS matrix. A feature of PLS-matrices are soft natural colors and high viewing angles. The picture is not distorted even with a strong deviation. The maximum brightness level is comfortable for watching videos in public transport, the minimum is enough for reading books in the dark. The screen fades in the sun, but the information remains readable.

Traditionally, Samsung has added several advanced settings for the screen. For example, you can choose from several modes for displaying colors. In my opinion, this setting is superfluous, since it is designed to level out acidic colors in SuperAMOLED matrices, while PLS has no problems with high contrast, so there is no need to change the color gamut here. In any case, this setting is there and it works. In addition, there is a technology "Smart standby" - the screen remains on as long as you look at it. It works with the front camera.

The tablet has a light sensor, it works correctly, in most cases a comfortable brightness level is set, but sometimes you want to “twist” it a little in the settings. However, this is easy to do using the slider located in the expanded status bar.

The display surface gets dirty, prints are clearly visible when the screen is off.

I liked the screen in Note 10.1, it has a large margin of brightness, pleasant colors and high viewing angles. Also, according to the sensations, an oleophobic coating is used here, it is very convenient to run your finger over it. However, it is important to remember that Samsung is one of the leaders among the companies producing various displays, and many users (including myself) expected that this model would have a SuperAMOLED Plus matrix with Full HD resolution, because all competitors have already begun to introduce their models with this resolution (New iPad, Asus TF700, Acer A701). But, apparently, Samsung decided to save such screens for the future, which is strange, because Note 10.1 is the flagship device for the second half of 2012. And yet, despite the relatively low resolution for a flagship tablet, I can’t turn my tongue to call the screen in Note 10.1 bad or poor quality.

Comparison with Acer A701 (Note 10.1 from above)

Dimensions

Note 10.1 has the usual dimensions for such a diagonal. The model is thinner than the Acer A701 and Asus TF700, but heavier than the latter.

• Galaxy Note 10.1- Dimensions: 262x180x8.9 mm, weight 600 grams
• Acer A701- Dimensions 260x175x11 mm, weight 685 grams
• Asus TF700- Dimensions 263x181x9 mm, weight 586 grams

Offline work

The tablet has a lithium-ion non-removable battery with a capacity of 7000 mAh.

I watched video from the tablet at maximum brightness for about two hours and played Asphalt 7 for another hour, in this mode Note 10.1 lasted 3 days.

In the video viewing mode at maximum brightness and volume (headphones were used), the tablet lasted more than 6 hours.

In reading mode at a brightness of 10% for more than 10 hours.

Samsung's proprietary energy-saving technology is also used here: the processor frequency is limited, the screen brightness changes.

Memory, memory cards

Three modifications of the tablet will be available, with 16, 32 or 64 GB of internal memory. In the version with 16 GB of memory, 11.3 GB is available to the user, the rest of the space is reserved for the system. MicroSD cards up to 64 GB are also supported.

The amount of RAM is 2 GB, after downloading about 1.4 GB is free. This is one of the few tablets with this amount of RAM. this moment it is not really needed, it is clear that this is a “volume with a margin”, perhaps in the future it will be in demand.

Performance

This is the first tablet from Samsung to use a proprietary Exynos quad-core processor running at 1.4GHz. The same processor is installed in the Galaxy S3. Mali-400 MP is used as a graphics accelerator.

In synthetic tests, Note 10.1 shows excellent results and is in the first place in the rating.

In fact, the model works really fast and does not experience any performance problems. All modern games, such as Asphalt 7, run smoothly. Separately, the fact that the same novelties from Gameloft are available for this model is pleasing, since on the same Tab 2 7.0 there were many games that were incompatible with its processor. By the way, apparently, the processor is located in the upper right corner, it is this part that heats up the most under heavy loads. This is a great location, because when you hold the tablet in landscape orientation, you don't feel any heat from it at all.

Operating system

The model comes pre-installed with Android 4.0.4 and the latest version of the TouchWiz shell on top of it. You can read more about Android 4.0. And I will talk about the innovations in TouchWiz below.

The Note 10.1 uses a skin similar to the Galaxy S3, so I'll refer to it often.

Lock screen. To unlock, you need to swipe your finger across the screen in any direction. The screen will unlock with beautiful water ripple animation. There are four shortcuts at the bottom, to open one of them, you need to “swipe” from the shortcut up. In the settings, you can change the shortcuts or remove them altogether, as well as add a weather display in the current region.

Work tables. Completely identical to those in the Galaxy S3. Grid size - 8x8 icons. Scrolling is smooth in most cases, but when using a large number branded widgets appear slowdowns. When paging, you can see a beautiful 3D animation.

Status bar. In the center is a small arrow that brings up shortcuts to certain programs. Clicking on the shortcut opens a small program window. This solution is used in all latest models tablets. In addition, the status bar has the usual button for taking a screenshot, if desired, you can assign another action to it.

Browser. When you open it, the user sees thumbnails of the most visited tabs. Synchronization with a Google account is available. There is a built-in reading mode, when enabled, the page is converted into an easy-to-read format. The browser is fast and easy to use.

Keyboard. Let me remind you that Samsung refused to use Swype in their products and began to install their own keyboards. Note 10.1 uses latest version such a keyboard. Supports stroke input (similar to Swype) and quick change appearance Pinch keyboard: you pinch your fingers together and you're presented with three layouts: compact, regular, and split. I really liked the split layout, typing text with it is very convenient. The compact version is perfect for those who like to type in strokes, in addition, you can place the compact version of the keyboard in any corner of the screen by holding two fingers on it.

Video editor. With this program, you can add several different effects to your videos, such as insert a frame, change color shades, add text to a selected section of the video, and turn on background music. The editor is simple but functional.

Applications for watching videos and listening to music have not changed compared to other tablets. Their detailed overview you can read . The only new feature is the music square, which sorts music by mood. Let me remind you that the same solution is used in the Galaxy S3.

One of the "chips" Note 10.1 is the ability to call using a tablet. For this, proprietary applications are preinstalled. The address book is very nicely done, but the quality of the photos significantly spoils the picture, here you can only count on upgrading to Jelly Bean.

Books. A separate application for buying and downloading books is installed, but it is not even optimized for tablets.

smart remote. A program to control your Smart TV from a tablet (let me remind you that it has an infrared port).

The calendar. The S Planner app, familiar to other smartphones and tablets of the company, is also preinstalled.

dropbox. When you first log into your account, you are given 50 GB of space. However, if you have already received space from a Galaxy S3 smartphone, then an additional 50 GB will not be given.

Also in TouchWiz there are several branded widgets. Below are screenshots of them.

S Pen

One of the main differences between the Note 10.1 and most tablets is the S Pen. Let me remind you that in previous samples the pen was not hidden in the tablet. Apparently, after reading a lot of negative reviews about this arrangement, Samsung decided to add a special compartment for it. I approve of this change, but I think the decision to place the handle in the bottom corner is unfortunate. Taking it out is not very convenient. Wacom technology is used to interact with the screen. The screen starts to respond even when the S Pen is still 1-2 mm away from it.

There are several built-in applications for working with the pen.

S note. Redesigned note taking program. Samsung has worked hard on this program, it has become very functional. When creating a note, you are offered to choose one of several note templates, I really liked the “recipe” template, it is made beautifully and in an original way.

After choosing a template, you can start typing your note. At the top of the screen is the control panel. Through it, you can quickly add a picture or audio recording to a note.

And now the most interesting button with the formula icon. With it, you can enter handwritten text(the program recognizes it perfectly, I was pleasantly surprised), draw shapes and enter formulas. When you draw shapes, they are automatically aligned.

Formulas. One of the most impressive "chips" Note 10.1. You can write a formula by hand and the tablet will recognize it perfectly. Moreover, it will show you the solution and plot the graph if it is a function. Awesome functionality, I don’t think many will need it, but its presence is definitely impressive. By the way, when the solution is displayed, the “multiple windows” mode is turned on - half of the screen is occupied by the notes service, and the other half is the open browser page with the solution.

Below is an example of handwriting recognition.

Photoshop Touch. To be honest, I did not expect much from this application, I was sure that it was only capable of the simplest processing. However, the program turned out to be very functional, in addition to the usual background changes, here you can also carefully remove unnecessary elements from photos or edit them.

Crayon Physics game. Your task is to help the ball to reach the star by drawing its way. Awesome game that makes great use of pen functionality.

There is a button on the handle, if you hold it down and press the screen at the same time, a screenshot will be taken that can be quickly edited. And when double click Notes window will appear on the screen.

The pen is one of the highlights of the Galaxy Note 10.1, and Samsung has gone to great lengths to bring it to life.

Wireless interfaces

WiFi (b/g/n)- the tablet has excellent network reception, where the Galaxy Nexus periodically loses the network, Note 10.1 shows several bars.

Bluetooth 4.0- the latest version of Bluetooth, characterized by the absence of power consumption in standby mode.

GPS- the tablet determines your location within 15-20 seconds.

GSM module- the model has a slot for a SIM card, respectively, you can use mobile 2G / 3G Internet.

IR port- the main functionality of the infrared port is to work with Samsung TVs.

Camera

The tablet has two cameras - rear 5 MP with autofocus and flash and front 1.9 MP. The camera interface is the same as in other tablets of the company, Roma described it in detail.

The Note 10.1 shoots quickly, but photos aren't always sharp. That is, it is perfect for quickly shooting something, but you should not count on high-quality photos.

Sample photos on the main camera:

The maximum video resolution is 1280x720 pixels. Sample video from Note 10.1 below.

The front camera has a fairly high resolution, but Note 10.1 is not yet Skype certified, so when making calls through it, the picture quality will be lower than it could be.

Sample photo on the front camera:

Displaying a picture in Skype

Conclusion

On sale there will be 3 versions of the tablet 16GB + 3G, 32GB + 3G and 64GB + 3G. The Wi-Fi-only version will not be available. The user will be able to choose between white and gray body colors.

Samsung did a lot of work on Note 10.1, it has changed quite a lot compared to the sample that we saw earlier: they added a new processor, installed a pen slot, changed some programs.

I liked the tablet, it stands out from the competition, first of all, of course, with a pen and programs for it. But personally, I expected at least Full HD resolution from Samsung's flagship tablet, because all competitors have already presented their solutions with such screens. Apparently, Samsung decided to ignore the performance race and focused on the software part, and I must say, they did a good job.

The cost of the tablet is still being specified, but most likely it will be at the level of competitors, and Note 10.1 has three serious competitors:

Acer A701. Acer's flagship tablet, which features a Full HD screen and a Tegra 3 quad-core processor, but is thicker and heavier than the Note 10.1

Asus TF700. Asus' new flagship. It also has a screen with Full HD resolution, in addition, it uses S-IPS matrix, which outperforms PLS in terms of brightness. In addition, unlike the A701, the TF700 has similar weight and dimensions to the Note 10.1. Plus, you can connect a keyboard with an additional battery to it. If Note 10.1 will have a price similar to TF700, then it will not be able to compete with it on an equal footing.

The New iPad. At the moment, this is the best tablet on the market in terms of the combination of characteristics and additional programs / games. The choice between iPad and Note 10.1 is more of a choice operating system, and not the choice of a tablet, if you are ready to put up with the limitations of iOS, then the iPad is, of course, preferable, and if not, then Note 10.1, in addition to the open Android OS, has many other software advantages (the same pen).

pros:

• quality screen,
• nice design,
• IR port,
• working with formulas
• the presence of a pen
• support for many codecs,
• stereo speakers located on the front side
• 2 GB RAM,
• the ability to make calls,
• good headset included.

Minuses:

• Low resolution for a flagship tablet,
• collapsible charger,
• inconvenient location of the 3.5 mm jack

Specifications Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1:

• Communication standards support: 3G HSPA 21 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76Mbps; 850/900/1900/2100 MHz
• Dimensions: 262x180x8.9 mm
• Weight: 597g (Wi-Fi version) / 600g (3G version)
• Processor: 1.4GHz quad-core
• Platform: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• Display: 10.1-inch, 1280x800 resolution, digitizer
• Main camera: 5 MP with autofocus and LED backlight; support for Full HD (1080p) video recording
• Front-camera: 1.9 MP
• Memory: 2 GB RAM, 16/32/64 GB built-in, slot for microSD memory cards (up to 64 GB)
• Communications: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0 (with support for Apt-X codec), Wi-Fi Direct, mHL, IR diode (for use as a universal remote control), 3, 5mm audio jack; A-GPS (3G version) or S-GPS (WiFi version), GLONASS
• Battery: Li-Ion, 7000 mAh
• Miscellaneous: Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Gyroscope, Light sensor

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Tablet advantages:

1. Powerful thoughtful filling - good performance. (My copy gave out 14,000 points in Untutu.)
2. Excellent battery (probably the best autonomy among Android tablets).
3. The display is good color reproduction, brightness, viewing angles are at normal resolution (HD), to everything he understands the pen, and only Samsung could do that and that's a fact!
4. The presence of a pen and a pile convenient programs those who use it.
5.Androyd 4.1.2. and always the latest and most useful updates (thanks to Samsung).
6.High speed wifi module, catches everywhere, holds confidently, the speed is excellent.
7. Front speakers 2 pcs.
8. WiFi Direct \ all share function - the ability to organize a network and exchange data (including contacts, sms, etc.) between devices via a WiFi channel. Let's say I took a photo on my galaxy s2 (with the same software), uploaded the photo to the tablet and view it on it or share music - it's convenient.
9. I bought myself a special usb host adapter, now the tablet sees flash drives and works with them. (I connected usb 2.0, usb 3.0, up to 16GB, file system FAT32). Useful feature.
10. The tablet has 3 convenient keyboards to choose from. I will especially note one, it is divided into two halves spaced along the edges of the screen, thus, holding the tablet with both hands, it is very convenient to type text with your thumbs.
11. Multitasking, open a bunch of applications, the tablet does not slow down. You can run two applications at the same time on a half-divided screen. Let's say we watch YouTube and read an article at the same time.
12.Camera with flash (flash is also useful as a flashlight).
13. Recognized as a flash drive. There is a slot for a memory card up to 64GB.
14.IR port for using the tablet as a remote control.

Tablet cons:

1. Appearance is not very, in my opinion, just nothing. The design is essentially from GalaxyTab. But Note is a flagship, it simply has to look beautiful and expensive!
2. The price, I think it's too high, I took it more expensive than the 3rd stub.
3. Very short charging wire - 96 cm, it is missing everywhere, it is very annoying! While charging from the outlet, the tablet lies on the floor, from the computer, on the system unit.
4. Expensive branded accessories. The docking station is sold even without a wire! Given the length of the complete wire, the docking station should be located almost on the power source (socket / computer), it's just absurd. You can't put a tablet in a case in the Dock. The docking station is an expensive and useless thing, I do not advise taking it.
5. Many complaints about the marriage to the top version of 64GB.

Tablet comment:

I was looking for a tablet for Androyd (I did not consider an apple with its closed ios, iTunes). As a result, I took a white Note for 64GB Rostest and ... Outwardly, it looks rather weak, my eye does not please :). The back cover in the center, under pressure, sags a little to the board (or what's inside), but so what? I don't care, besides, I bought a leather case. The case does not play, does not creak, the assembly is good, that's a fact! The keys/connectors are comfortable and located perfectly. The dimensions/weight are small. It is comfortable in the hands.
For almost 5 months of use, not a single dead hang! Work tables with widgets sometimes lag, but not critically. After the recent update 4.1.2. lags much less. In general, it does not slow down.
WORK: Opens and edits Word and Exsel files right out of the box. Oh yes! I keep estimates for work, it’s convenient for me. . I can’t draw :) Multitasking, I already wrote. There is a dialer, this is a thing! Works well, helped out a couple of times when the phone died.
RECREATION: I watch a lot of videos on YouTube via wifi, everything flies. I took a stub from a friend, he didn’t open the video stupidly every time (I was shocked honestly). no problem - AVI, MKV, etc. I didn’t convert anything even once. I downloaded MX-player for convenience and that’s it. I won’t say anything about the apple and formats). 3G also works without interruptions. The games are not mine, I started them out of interest, they don’t bug, everything flies.
About the SCREEN: HD resolution is enough for me everywhere, honestly! Because of it, low power consumption is a plus. I understand there is also a pen, but still this is a flagship, and FullHD should be. Competitors already have it, this is a fact. SPEAKERS: 2 pieces and are perfectly located in front, there is enough volume. But the sound quality is 4, I think the stub sounds better.
In terms of the combination of properties, the tablet is gorgeous. It has everything. I am very happy with the purchase !!! He would have a prettier / more expensive case and would be just a killer.
TOTAL: Apparently you should not take the 64GB version because of the marriage. But in general, the tablet is very convenient, functional and versatile. I recommend this tablet to everyone.