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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
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3 stars
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3.2 out of 5
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Pros

  • Tab 2 handled my speed test just fine
  • The back feels solid and the switches and buttons
  • It s light enough and comfortable enough to hold for a while

Cons

  • sluggish and disappointing
  • Galaxy Tab 2 feels rather jerky
  • high-quality pictures

Key specs

  • 1 GB
  • LCD, TFT
  • 7 in
  • 1024, 600 px
  • 170 ppi
  • 0.3 Mpx
  • yes

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0

Pros

  • Tab 2 handled my speed test just fine
  • The back feels solid and the switches and buttons
  • It s light enough and comfortable enough to hold for a while
  • It s a good tool to get your life organized
  • The performance of the unit is solid and it feels good in the hands
  • build quality on this unit is nice
  • sleek
  • compact
  • and well-rounded
  • 3D gaming is very possible and achievable
  • smooth and crisp

Cons

  • sluggish and disappointing
  • Galaxy Tab 2 feels rather jerky
  • high-quality pictures
  • the only other memory available is the inbuilt 8GB storage
  • Battery life is not a strong feature of this tablet with just
  • The LED flash for the back camera has been omitted
  • much has not changed on the hardware as compared to the original Galaxy
  • it gets unwieldy at times
  • many widgets Samsung adds to home screens
  • Smart Remote is still missing some features
  • No mini apps tray

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - Technical Overview

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IconCPU Frequency
1 GHz
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Wacom Cintiq Companion
CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
IconPixel density
170 ppi
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Hisense VIDAA Mirror
Pixel density: 431 ppi
IconScreen size
7 in
Best:
Planar Helium PCT2785
Screen size: 27 in

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - Full Specifications

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Display
Display technology
  • LCD
  • TFT
Screen size7.0 in
Resolution1024 x 600 px
Pixel density170.0 ppi
Touchscreenyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Grey
  • White
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Storage
Maximum memory card size64.0 GB
Memory card supportedmicroSD
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Camera
Rear camerayes
Front camerayes
Rear resolution0.3 Mpx
Front resolution3.0 Mpx
Video resolution720p
Autofocusyes
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
3Gyes
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Power
Battery typeLi-Ion
Battery capacity4000.0 mAh
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Dimensions
Height7.6 in
Width4.8 in
Depth0.41 in
Weight12.17 oz
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Technical details
Operating systemAndroid 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
RAM memory1 GB
CPU Frequency1.0 GHz
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Sensors
Proximity sensoryes
Accelerometeryes
Ambient light sensoryes
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Connectivity
Type of USBMicro-USB
Bluetoothyes
Charging connectionMicro-USB
Headphone connection3.5mm

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - Q&A (7)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 have SIM card slot?
    kieth
    over 1 year ago
    The Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 by Samsung comes equipped with a SIM card slot.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Galaxy Tab 2 still supported?
    misti
    over 1 year ago
    The Galaxy Tab S2 launched in 2015 on Android 5.0. 1, and can be updated to Android 7, but there are no plans for further Android versions to made available for this model.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How do I update my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 to latest version?
    ursula
    over 1 year ago
    Update & verify software Tap go to Settings > About device > Software update > Check for updates.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Where is the reset button on a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2?
    hue
    over 1 year ago
    You want to press and hold the volume down button that's the button closest to the power button. And
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What is the latest Android version for Tab 2?
    jalisa
    over 1 year ago
    Android 4.2.
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    mary_koch
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy tab 2 7.0 have sim card slot?
    mila_schamberger
    about 2 years ago
    The Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 4G LTE tablet from Verizon sports a slightly altered design from that of the original, Wi-Fi-only Tab 2 7.0. The 4G LTE version has a black textured back instead of the smooth silver-gray of the Wi-Fi version, and a SIM card slot now resides above the microSD slot.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How old is a Samsung Tab 2?
    elias
    over 1 year ago
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 is an Ice Cream Sandwich sequel. It belongs to the second generation of the Samsung Galaxy Tab series, which also includes a 10.1-inch model, the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. It was announced on 13 February 2012, and launched in the US on 22 April 2012.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung - Editorial Reviews (18)

3.2
Based on 18 reviews
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 hands on review | Stuff
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Published: 31.08.2021
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 hands on review | Stuff

Find out what's so next-gen about this 7in Sammy tablet as we go hands on at the Samsung European Forum

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) Review
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3g.co.uk
Published: 06.08.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) Review
3.5

There aren’t many tablets at this price running Ice Cream Sandwich. Even though the touchscreen is not as responsive as we’d like and the Wi-Fi can be a little unreliable

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 28.05.2014
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
4.0

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 was well made and had an impressive screen - but it's now very dated

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
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The Verge
Published: 11.04.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
3.9

With new software and a new price, can Samsung's tablets compete?

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Home review
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whathifi
Published: 06.12.2012
Home review
3.0

Does what it says on the tin, but rivals do it better

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
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T3
Published: 15.06.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
3.0

Original iPad rival gets a generous helping of Ice Cream Sandwich

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
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TechRadar
Published: 31.05.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
3.5

Dinky Samsung Ice Cream Sandwich tablet owns the mini tablet crown, but not in style

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung's tablet gambles on 4G speeds
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CNET
Published: 28.09.2012
Samsung's tablet gambles on 4G speeds

Samsung tries to wow tablet shoppers with the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0's 4G LTE speeds, dual cameras, and memory expansion. But is the price right?

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) review: A nice price, but where's the 'wow'?
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Computerworld
Published: 11.04.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) review: A nice price, but where's the 'wow'?

The new Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) tablet is a good tablet at an excellent price, but how much better is it than Samsung's previous models?

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review: Will this be the first tablet to threaten the Kindle Fire? - TalkAndroid.com
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TalkAndroid.com
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review: Will this be the first tablet to threaten the Kindle Fire? - TalkAndroid.com

There is no shortage of tablets for Samsung. They had the first mainstream Android tablet with the Galaxy Tab back in 2010. That was a 7-inch tab and since

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review | Android Tablet Reviews
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LaptopMag
Published: 11.04.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review | Android Tablet Reviews
4.0

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is a sleek Android tablet that offers snappy performance, Ice Cream Sandwich, and the ability to control your TV at a competitive price.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review
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BetaNews
Published: 04.05.2012
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 review

I really like reviewing products, but don’t have the time or patience to measure battery life or benchmark the CPU, etc. I'm more interested in how a product like Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 fits in the scheme of things. How it suits real people.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review
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TechSpot
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review

Samsung is aiming to grab a piece of the low-cost tablet market with its latest device. At $250, the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is an instant best...

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is the sequel from the Korean electronics giant to the original Galaxy Tab 7.0 and the 7.0 Plus.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (GT-P3100)
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SamMobile
Published: 13.08.2012
Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (GT-P3100)

Introduction The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) releases more than eighteen months after Samsung had launched their first Galaxy tablet (GT-P1000). ...

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