Samsung has unveiled its first Android-based, dual-core tablet - branded the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 - in partnership with Vodafone. The entertainment-focused device features games, movies, eBooks and social media capabilities. The device enables HSPA+ connectivity at downlink speeds of up to 21 Mbps. It features a 10.1-inch display, 8-megapixel rear-facing camera and 2-megapixel front-facing camera, plus a 1 GHz Dual Core processor. The Galaxy Tab 10.1 will be available via Vodafone in over 20 markets around the world in the second quarter of 2011.

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a provider of smart media devices and the global leader in Android™ tablets,  today announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 (Model: P7100) in partnership with the Vodafone Group – a powerful Dual-Core Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) Smart Media Device.

As the tablet market grows, Samsung and Vodafone have partnered to cater for consumer demand and offer an ideal perfect way to enjoy the huge variety of opportunities the Android platform provides. The lightweight, ultra-slim Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is an entertainment-focused tablet, featuring games, movies, eBooks and social media capabilities, that builds on the success of the two million-selling Samsung Galaxy Tab, that launched last year.

Simon Stanford, Managing Director, Mobile, Samsung UK and Ireland said: “The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is a fantastic addition to our expanding portfolio of smart media devices. Sporting a large 10.1 inch screen, dual surround-sound speakers and super fast performance, it’s an exceptional entertainment device. It’s slim and ultra light too, so ideal for carrying around. With this addition to our portfolio, we can now offer our customers a range of screen sizes to choose from so there’s something for everyone.”

Patrick Chomet, Vodafone’s Group Director of Terminals, said: “Vodafone customers in over 20 markets around the world will be the first to get the Galaxy Tab 10.1 when it goes on sale this spring. Samsung has produced a stylish, market-leading implementation of the new Android 3.0 platform which will be the first Honeycomb device to arrive in many of those markets. Vodafone’s competitive data tariffs and reliable, high-speed networks make using the Galaxy Tab 10.1 a great experience."

Andy Rubin, Vice President of Engineering at Google, comments: “Samsung continues to develop innovative products that, contribute to the continued growth of the Android ecosystem.”
A 10.1 inch (WXGA TFT LCD) display with crystal clear resolution (1280 x 800) makes the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 an unrivalled device for experiencing the hundreds of thousands of games and applications available from Android Market™. To complement this amazing visual display, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 includes dual surround-sound speakers for exceptional sound quality.
The device also includes an 8 megapixel rear-facing camera with Auto Focus and a 2 megapixel front-facing camera, for capturing and sharing images, as well full HD record and play features. The Android browser and Flash 10.1, means the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is great for exploring internet content on the move.

Featuring Android’s tablet-optimised operating system, 3.0 ‘Honeycomb’, Samsung has created a device that is powerful and fast. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 includes a 1GHz Dual Core application processor, Dual Core processor, low power DDR2 memory and 6860mAh battery, making it super fast and energy efficient to boot.

Weighing in at just 599g and measuring a mere 10.9mm, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is super light, ultra slim and perfectly portable. The device also includes super-fast HSPA + 21Mbps, Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity to support rapid mobile download speeds, reduce data transfer times and remain constant connectivity.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 will be exhibited at Mobile World Congress 2011 at Hall #8. For multimedia content and more detailed information, please visit www.samsungunpacked.com/press
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Product Specifications

* All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 174000 people in 193 offices across 66 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

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About Vodafone 

Vodafone is one of the world's largest mobile communications companies by revenue with approximately 359 million customers in its controlled and jointly controlled markets as at 31 December 2010. Vodafone currently has equity interests in over 30 countries across five continents and more than 40 partner networks worldwide.
For more information, please visit www.vodafone.com.