Better screen ? The iPad has a very similiar resolution on a bigger screen = way worse quality. That and SAMOLED has SO much better contrast and response. The GTab screen will be AMAZING for video.
Note that GTab screen is NOT SAMOLED, not AMOLED.
It is TFT-LCD and I don't think it is SLCD.
As for battery life... I have always suspected that apple have been fudging their battery life figures. Ever since I saw the 3GS claiming the same battery life as my BB Bold 9000 but all my friends phones crapped out around lunch time.
iPad battery is rated at 25WH, roughly 6600 mAH. If you read several posts and test results, 10 hours video is not impossible.
750 euros non-subsidized for the 32gig with 3g doesn't seem to be that outlandish, thats comparable to the same iPad at launch. I suspect it'll be lower, but its not THAT high.
But it is still MORE expensive for:
- smaller screen
- smaller internal memory
- smaller battery capacity
I was expecting about 100 euro LESS than comparable iPad.
And as an Android user (I own and LOVE my HTC Desire!), I don't need 3G on my tablet! I can use my beloved Android phone as my 3G hotspot.
Too bad, wifi only will not be an option because we will loose Android Market.
Personally, I suspect that they won't be selling the GTabs the same way at all. Since you won't have to deal with a one network monopoly, the networks have a decent incentive to actually put out sane price plans, and to compete over contract terms and so forth. I imagine we'll see nice bundles with free 16 or 32gig SD cards and sundry other accessories, just to get people picking their carrier.
Yes, this GTab should (must!) be subsidized heavily if Samsung want to success in their FIRST Android tabled product.
Not all people want to have SECOND phone subscription. I dont!
I really do see these doing well. They are a LOT more portable... half the weight (380g against 730g), and about the size of a thin paperback. Easily fits in a coat pocket or handbag. Great size as a portable entertainment device.
Agreed, I do love everything on this GTab. Also the fact that it "can" be updated to Android 3.0 (As said by Samsung during Q&A), depends on international partner. That's why I plan to buy this RETAIL, in hope it will be supported directly by Samsung (like the Galaxy S retail version).
Too bad, the price just killed me
I cannot justify that 700 euro for the 16GB GTab ... While iPad 16GB (wifi only) in Hong Kong is only 390 euro!!!
To be in a bright side, I do have hope for HTC ... If they ever made one for Europe! I know they will make one for Verizon or something in the US.