Samsung Malaysia, in partnership with Intel Malaysia has launched the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 LTE in a special event last week on October 2. The intel-powered Android tablet retails at RM 1,599 for LTE model and Wi-Fi model is selling for RM 1,299.
The new Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 with 4G LTE is powered by 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z2560 (codenamed Clover Trail+) dual-core processor. The Android tablet is equipped with Intel’s XMM 6262 3G modem solution or Intel’s XMM 7160 4G LTE solution. The latter is one of the world’s smallest and lowest-power multimode-multiband solutions for global LTE roaming in one SKU with envelope tracking and antenna tuning.
The tablet features a 10.1-inch screen display with resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and pixel density of 149 PPI. It has 1GB of RAM, 16GB worth of internal storage (expandable via microSD card up to 64GB), a 3MP rear camera with ability to capture 720p video, a 1.3MP front-facing camera and battery capacity of 6800mAh. It runs Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean with Touchwiz UI overlay.
More details in the press release below.
Intel is Inside the New Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE
Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE Available in Malaysia
NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
• The new Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE is equipped with Intel’s 4G LTE solutions and powered by the Intel® Atom™ SoC (“Clover Trail+”) platform for Android* tablets.
• Intel® Atom™ processor Z2560 provides outstanding performance, battery life and overall experience for Android tablet users.
• Intel® XMM 7160 is one of the world’s smallest and lowest-power multimode-multiband solutions for global LTE roaming in one SKU with envelope tracking and antenna tuning.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3, 2013 – Signaling the company’s continued momentum in the tablet market segment, Intel Malaysia together with Samsung Malaysia Electronics announced the availability of the new Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE; powered by the Intel® Atom™ Z2560 processor (“Clover Trail+”). Additionally, the new Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE will come equipped with Intel’s XMM 6262 3G modem solution or Intel’s XMM 7160 4G LTE solution.
“Customers are selecting Intel technology because it offers the best balance of high performance, power efficiency and battery life,” said Prakash Mallya, Country Manager Sales and Marketing for Intel Malaysia and Singapore at the launch event. “It’s ultimately about the consumer experience, and we are confident people will be pleased with what Intel has to offer.”
“At Samsung, we strive to keep a constant pulse to the ever-changing needs of people to deliver devices that are not only relevant but complementary of a multitude of lifestyle demands. The partnership with Intel allows us to deliver an innovation with unparalleled performance. Powered by Intel Atom processor, the Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE provides an enhanced multimedia experience for families. The tablet seamlessly combines sleek design and enhanced multimedia capabilities for home and family use,” said Vincent Chong, Director of IT & Mobile Communications, Samsung Malaysia Electronics Sdn Bhd.
Intel in Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE
People expect more from their tablets, and the dual-core Intel Atom SoC (“Clover Trail+”) platform for Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 LTE provides double the compute performance and 3x graphics capabilities with competitive battery life compared to the previous-generation Intel Atom processors platform1.
Intel Atom processors are designed and optimized for a lightning-fast applications experience, responsive Web browsing, stunning 3-D graphics, advanced camera capabilities and vivid HD video with energy efficiency for outstanding battery life.
The integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator provides compelling and realistic 3-D gaming experiences, 1080p HD video and crystal-clear graphics. Advanced camera features including face recognition, mobile HDR and panorama help users create like never before. Additionally, Clover Trail+ offers dual-core performance along with Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology, supporting four simultaneous application threads for smoother, seamless multitasking.
Long-Term Evolution (4G LTE)
Intel’s strategy is to deliver leading low-power, global modem solutions that work across multiple bands, regions and devices.
Intel’s XMM 7160 is one of the world’s smallest and lowest-power multimode-multiband LTE solutions2. The modem supports 15 LTE bands simultaneously and also includes a highly configurable RF architecture, running real-time algorithms for envelope tracking and antenna tuning, that enables cost-efficient multiband configurations, extended battery life and global LTE roaming in a single SKU. It supports multiple devices including smartphones, tablets and Ultrabooks™.
Intel will begin shipments of multimode data 4G LTE in the coming weeks following final interoperability testing (IOT) with Tier 1 service providers in North America, Europe and Asia.