Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 - advantages and disadvantages of the tablet

Many users of electronic devices are interested in the question of how to choose a productive tablet with decent functionality from the existing variety of offers from leading brands. One of the solutions to this kind of issue can be the Galaxy Tab S6, presented by Samsung. The model received a flagship processor, a fingerprint sensor under the screen, an S Pen and an optimized DeX mode.

Features of the external design

The new model is thinner than its predecessor, the Galaxy Tab S4, but quite a bit (0.2mm) thicker than the Galaxy Tab S5e. The 420-gram body is made of aluminum and is available in three colors: Rose Blush, Cloud Blue, and Mountain Gray.

A feature of the product is the presence of a stylus, which is attached to the body by means of magnets: on the back of the device there is a special recess for it. The pen is securely attached to the body, so it will not be easy to accidentally shake it off. Perhaps in a backpack or bag, there is a chance that the stylus will come off, but the effect of the magnetic field will not allow it to be lost. The configuration and dimensions of the S Pen are close to those typical of a regular writing pen (pencil): the accessory is used both for creating drawings and drawings, and for writing and taking notes. The color scheme of the electronic pen corresponds to the color scheme of the body part.

Specifications

Display

The gadget has a Super AMOLED screen. It is characterized by a diagonal of 10.5″ with an aspect ratio of 16:10. A gadget with a similar display is convenient for working in any editors (including graphic ones), reading, playing games, watching video content. Given the support for Samsung Dex technology, which implements the connection of the keyboard, the tablet actually becomes a laptop.

The matrix is ​​characterized by a resolution of 2560 * 1600 pixels and a density of 287 pixels per inch. The technology used provides a decent level of color reproduction with impressive viewing angles.

Platform

The device runs on the current Android 9 Pie.

The device uses a single-chip Snapdragon 855 system. This is a productive chipset made using 7 nanometer technology that supports artificial intelligence systems. The GPU Adreno 640 is responsible for the graphic part.

Memory

The RAM memory is presented in two variants of 6 and 8 GB with built-in memory sizes of 128 and 256 GB, respectively. Such volumes of internal resources will satisfy the diverse needs of the average user. But even if the specified parameters seem insufficient to the consumer, it is possible to expand the volume of stored information using a memory card. According to the manufacturer, this is feasible up to 1 TB: the gadget has a special slot for microSD.

autonomy

The reduced thickness of the tablet body led to a decrease in battery capacity to 7040 mAh. Samsung claims that this indicator is enough for continuous video playback for 15 hours, and the implementation of dynamic gaming processes - up to 10 hours. In the case of active use of the device, the battery capacity should last up to three days. Supports fast battery charging.

The electronic pen, placed in a special recess, receives wireless charging from the device in this position. The accessory needs 10 minutes of recharging in order to function without stopping for about 10 hours. The S Pen is fully charged after 1.5 hours.

cameras

The dual-sensor main camera is equipped with 13 and 5 MP sensors and lenses with corresponding f/2.0 and f/2.2 apertures. The device has the ability to achieve various effects.Given the fact that the device is a tablet, the dual rear camera produces good quality pictures.
The front camera is equipped with an 8 megapixel sensor, provides support for the Live Focus function.

Network and interfaces

By connecting the appropriate headset, the gadget can be used as a telephone device. The tablet provides for the placement of one nano-sim card.

The owner of the device has access to a Wi-Fi wireless network that is vital in the realities of the modern world. It is based on the 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standard. Wi-Fi Direct will allow you to exclude the buffer device when connecting the tablet and another device to each other.

It will not be difficult to transfer information between electronic devices over a short distance using bluetooth version 5.0.

Information about the location in the vastness of the planet will be obtained thanks to a satellite navigator - A-GPS navigation (GLONASS, Galileo).

The device is not equipped with a traditional radio for many modern gadgets.

It is possible to connect an external monitor via the Type-C USB connector, which will help organize work on a large screen.

The device received 4 AKG speakers that support Dolby Atmos. Jack 3.5 connector is not provided.

Additional features

The most significant is the stylus, which allows its owner to realize comfortable leisure and organize a fruitful workflow. As for the latter, the manufacturer has improved the DeX mode to optimize it. It is activated simply: just press a key on a special branded external keyboard (available separately). The keyboard also received progressive changes: it received a touchpad at its disposal.

The electronic pen supports Bluetooth connection. This makes remote control of the tablet possible. Such a control tool (in fact, a control panel) can become an assistant when playing video products, switching slides during a presentation, when connected to most smart TVs (and it does not have to be representatives of the brand of the same name).

In addition, the redesign of the Samsung Notes application makes it possible to combine writing with another activity, such as watching a movie, thanks to a pop-up window. The traditional option is included - handwritten text recognition in another format (for example, in Word). You can draw and write not only on a blank field, but also on pictures: you can add graphic elements, make notes or inscriptions.

The security of stored information and the prevention of unauthorized access to it will be provided by a sensor capable of reading a fingerprint. It is located on the front of the tablet under the display.

Price

It is assumed that in Russia sales of the new model will begin in September. According to a press release with recommendations regarding the cost of newbies in retail, a modification with wi-fi will cost the buyer 52,990 Russian rubles, and a version that supports LTE networks will cost about 59,990 units of Russian currency. In addition, at the end of August, on the official website of the company, as well as branded showrooms and retail outlets of Samsung partners, those who wish will be able to place a pre-order for the purchase of the new Galaxy Tab S6 model. Traditionally, the Russian start of sales will be marked by gifts for the first buyers in the form of keyboard covers.

Advantages and disadvantages

In general, the new model of the Samsung Galaxy Tab line is a good option for solving a wide range of tasks facing a potential user. He has a number of undeniable advantages and is ready to compete with his eminent brothers.

• performance level;
• pleasant transmission of the color palette with decent viewing angles;
• sufficient battery capacity;
• excellent sound transmission;
• not bad for the level of the tablet capabilities of the photographic part;
• the presence of a fingerprint sensor for reading fingerprints;
• advanced features of a branded stylus that supports bluetooth;
• the ability to connect a keyboard

• considerable cost of the product.

From the pros and cons of the new model, it can be seen that the flagship has a whole list of positive aspects, while the price issue is called a significant drawback. Yes, in terms of cost, the device cannot be attributed to a budget product, and it is not easily accessible from a financial point of view for a wide range of Russian consumers. However, everything is relative. During the analysis of the main technical indicators and the price of the considered Galaxy Tab S6 and its competitor iPad Pro 11, it was revealed that the latter has a simpler display, lower battery capacity, and more modest memory resources. It also lacks a fingerprint sensor. And the electronic pen is not included in the package: it needs to be purchased additionally. But at the same time, the cost of an Apple product significantly exceeds the price of a newcomer from Samsung. For the convenience of evaluating indicators, information on the main indicators of competing devices is presented in the table below: