Samsung's going for a couple more shifts at sub-iPad tablet dimensions using the 5.3-inch Universe Note and also the Universe Tab 7.7. Finding success with one of these more compact dimensions has not been simple for tablet makers, there is however an opportunity Samsung could finally understand it properly this time around.
Let us begin with the Universe Note, a telephone-tablet hybrid having a 5.3-inch display. I understand what you are most likely thinking: this really is condemned, much like Dell's lately stopped Streak 5. As the 5-inch size certainly is not for everybody, I believe the niche is available. The Streak's failure had more related to confused marketing (Dell prevented calling it a telephone, while AT&T treated it as being such), outdated Android software along with a troubled launch, as I have described elsewhere.
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In the get-go, Samsung is determining the note as "a brand new kind of smartphone" no ambiguity there. The Universe Note will run Android 2.3, which might appear a little crusty once the device launches (no date given), but it is a reliable and reliable OS that will assist smartphone customers well. For Samsung's launch plans, we'll need to see what goes on, but Samsung includes a good relationship with the major U.S. service providers. The Note's beefy specs 1.4 GHz dual-core processor, 8-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front camera and 16 GB of storage should attract the geek set, and permanently measure, Samsung's tossing inside a stylus for notetaking. When the Universe Note will get a good cost and support from multiple wireless service companies, it could have a chance.
The Universe Tab 7.7 is Samsung's second attempt for a 7-inch slate. I own an authentic Universe Tab, even though it's sufficient for gaming and e-book reading through, it runs a smartphone version of Android that lacks third-party tablet applications and it is specs are actually outdated. Such as the Universe Note, the Universe Tab 7.7 uses single.4 GHz processor along with a 1280-by-800 resolution screen, in a aluminum frame calculating only .31 inches thick. For software, the Universe Tab 7.7 uses Android Honeycomb 3.2, permitting use of proper tablet applications and icons.
As being a large fan of seven-inch pills, I have got a few concerns concerning the Universe Tab 7.7: It's wider than its predecessor, potentially which makes it harder to keep in a single hands or put on a coat pocket (even though slim figure might help). Also, I have heard reviews that Acer's Iconia Tab A100, another 7-inch Android 3.2 tablet, had trouble running some Honeycomb tablet applications. However, the Tab 7.7 includes a greater screen resolution compared to Iconia, so it might not have a similar issues with large-screen applications.
Regardless, I am pleased to see Samsung go back to more compact screen dimensions after starting the Universe Tab 10.1 captured. The marketplace has become flooded with 10-inch pills, which tinier Android slates have an improved chance of being bold not just in the iPad, but using their older brothers and sisters.
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