Samsung Announces Galaxy Note 8.0 to Rival iPad Mini

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Posted February 24, 2013 at 6:29pm by iClarified

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Note 8.0, an 8-inch tablet to rival the iPad mini.

Providing unrivalled multimedia performance within a compact one-hand-grip screen, the GALAXY Note 8.0 has the power and advanced technology to evolve the tablet experience and ensure you achieve new levels of efficient multi-tasking while benefitting from superb voice call functionality*. Furthermore, the intelligent S Pen brings together the latest innovation and the ease of using a traditional pen and paper; creating a sophisticated mobile experience that will enhance life on the go.

The tablet measures 210.8mm x 135.9mm x 7.95mm and its display resolution is 1280x800 resulting in a 189ppi pixel density. Powered by an Exynos 4 Quad processor clocked at 1.6GHz, the Galaxy Note 8.0 has 2GB of RAM, up to 32GB of internal storage, and microSD storage expansion. The Note will ship with Android 4.1.2 some time in Q2 2013.

Samsung Announces Galaxy Note 8.0 to Rival iPad Mini

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Features:
● Reading Mode With S Pen
Indulge yourself with a good book in any environment with Reading Mode that reads just like paper. By optimizing the gorgeous screen to provide perfect illumination and tone, it delivers a comfortable reading experience in all lighting conditions. And with the ability to annotate directly with the S pen, all on a size made easy to hold, reading has never been more enjoyable, even on the go.

● Multitasking During Calls
Give your mobile lifestyle a boost with simultaneous calls and Multi Windows. Jot down notes, look up directions, check email, search – all the things you need to do during a call at once,all without switching apps. Reposition,expand to full screen, or close any window immediately with smart buttons that adapt to the position of the S Pen for a truly integrated experience.

● S Pen
The S Pen is no ordinary tool. Use it to tap the hard keys for an even more extensive navigation than before. Air View lets you to take a peek at any file just by hovering over it. Clipping gets done swiftly with an expert’s precision, and Quick Command helps you easily find what you’re looking for. Frankly, you’ll be left wondering how you lived without it.

● S Planner
Life is full of important events and memorable moments – capture them all effortlessly with S Planner. Handwrite events and notes directly in your calendar, or scribble your thoughts down with the natural feel of a pen. You can even decorate handwritten messages and share them with friends and family.

● S Note
You’re full of great ideas – S Note transforms them, beautifully refined. Easily create stunning presentations with template enhancements that help your ideas stand out from the rest.

● Tools of Expression
Get your creative juices flowing with the perfect tools for the modern artist. With Paper Artist, reach a whole new level of artistic expression with beautiful brushes to create stunning drawings, paintings, and illustrations. With Photo Note, scribble memories on the back of your digital photos with S Pen, for that personalized touch of old photographs. And with easy sharing capabilities built-in, your friends and family can enjoy your latest creations instantly.
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ipadguy - February 25, 2013 at 11:11pm

I like this finally it actually has calling functionality so u can use it as a cell phone wonderful I will buy it but the resolution is a no sale no way I'm buying something that doesn't have retina screen I mean really I would think Google is doing this they put in there other stuff right? Well anyway all I want is a cheaper price than Apple iPad but with a retina screen, calling functionality, in something I can hold in one and that's it, is that so much to ask? well this looks like it but not quite yet well I'll check it out further... Okay to say it simpler I want an iPad 3 iPad 4 with calling functionality but in a size I can hold in one hand That's cheaper than an iPad.

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someguy69 - February 26, 2013 at 6:08pm

You can't compare the Note 8 to an iPad.

someguy69 - February 25, 2013 at 3:09pm

You aren't making any sense. Are you comparing the Note 8 with an iPad mini or iPad? The last time I checked the iPad mini doesn't come with a retina display. For your information the iPad mini has a 7.9-inch (1,024 x 768 pixels) with 163ppi while the Note 8 has an 8-inch (1,280 x 800 pixels) with 189ppi.

Culua - February 25, 2013 at 9:09pm

What's more hilarious when the person punch your teeth in for laughing at them.

Dan - February 24, 2013 at 10:57pm

More garbage...

famleon - February 24, 2013 at 9:36pm

Maybe, this is the time when apple decide to put the damn phone app in the iPad, or stop paying iPhoneislam for not releasing it...

Devon - February 24, 2013 at 8:36pm

I'm not a fan of either products. The only tablet I'd get is a Nexus 7.

dvxaznxvb - February 24, 2013 at 7:01pm

the major big thing apple has against samsung is market value of supply, materials, and the iOS; although inferior to the androids customization ability, it has much more potential image and reliability

6italia0 - February 25, 2013 at 9:57am

I would very much like to know exactly what customization your talking about, android OS is completely closed source in nearly every aspect. If your referring to rooting or widgets or even simple basic function this what i'm confused about. I can see your point if your referring to basic ios not being customizable, but thats a simple fix via jailbreaking which actually allows you full 100% access to every file in the device allowing you to customize every aspect of each function the device has or even adding function that it doesn't already have. Rooting which is most commonly referred to when talking about "customizing" with android OS doesn't allow any access to actual function change. The whole point of customizing is to make it work the way you want it to, all rooting allows is making it look different such as a theme or unlocking certain features like data sharing or carrier unlocks. Jailbreaking allows the same things accept you can add or create function that is useful in a way that fits you. modifying certain features and accessing them should be easy and organized whereas with android, everything is all over the place, simple files like music, games or pictures are harder to find and most functions that are advertised most people never use. IOS comes pre-installed with functions that are easy to use, not hard to figure out and if you want to modify a specific function, a simple jailbreak and search in cydia, which btw has an incredible dev base (unlike android), can give you the best user experience possible as everything is simple and organized in the way that you are most comfortable. Personally I go for actual functionality and features that I realistically would use, that is why I use an iPhone 5 w/64GB and an iPad mini 64GB instead of my 16GB Note II (that cannot handle SD cards since it randomly unmounts and erases data just like all 8 of my previous GS3's) and nexus 7 that just sits in my shit I don't use drawer. So please tell me what customization android really offers

Culua - February 25, 2013 at 4:11pm

You sound like an isheep

someguy69 - February 26, 2013 at 6:06pm

If you look around nowadays it's old people and kids who are walking around with iDevices. They are the ones who don't have time to tinker around with their phone ie they want something "easy to use" How I yearn those days of the original iPhone and iPhone 2. And by the way why do you think there was millions of iDevices jailbroken? I bet you the number one reason is that these jailbreakers need something more than the stock iOS can offer them.

f1982 - February 24, 2013 at 6:54pm

Actually Samsung have a strong history of giving its customers a massive choice of sizes and configurations in its product lineup. With or without the ipad mini, this would have arrived at some point. Looks like a very nice device. Doesn't look as good as the ipad mini though. I also don't see why you would buy this instead of the nexus 7 unless it was similarly priced- which it won't be.

AoS_HJ - February 24, 2013 at 6:39pm

They say rival but copy would be closer to the truth. I'm sure if they tried they could come up with something new but I guess why bother when you've got someone else to show you the way.

Jack Black - February 24, 2013 at 9:20pm

Well if it was a true copy it wouldn't be able to make phone calls or do any customization or have a stylus.

someguy69 - February 25, 2013 at 4:57pm

There was a 7inch tablet (Dell Streak, Nexus 7) before the iPad mini came out so your comment doesn't make sense.