Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition)
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Critic consensus
“At the end of the day, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition has enough to be one of the must-see gadgets for avid media consumers, but business-minded users too. The Transformer Pad looks capable of edging ahead in terms of productivity, but the rest of the stablemates seem to have little on it.It seems unlikely though, even with the across-the-board upgrades over the predecessor, that the latest Galaxy Note 10.1 will upset Apple's dominance in tablets. For one, the iPads now come in pairs but it could also be down to a prevailing belief that only Apple can get away with a price tag this high.”
“What Samsung wants is for the features of the device to overcome the performance and usability issues. They want to find the Android tablet fan that really wants to use a stylus to draw or take notes. They want to find the user that wants a fancy weather widget and integration with a separate music and video store than, say, Google’s. They want someone that likes thin and light tablets, with white plastic backs modeled after a cow’s hide. And they want that person to love the experience. In the end, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is smooth and capable within a given app. The stylus makes lines and swoops with great aplomb, and it rather accurately renders my chicken scratch. The camera feels great, and benchmarks notwithstanding, the Note 10.1 even plays games capably. The only thing that trips up the Note 10.1 is trying to get into, out of, or between an app.”
“The new Note 10.1 is one of the more expensive Android tablets, with the base model starting from $599. If you’re looking for a high-end, feature-rich tablet with a stylus, the premium may be justified, though with competitors available for far less, the Note 10.1 may be a hard sell for some users.”
“The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 is a bit of a Swiss Army Knife, in that it offers a slightly compromised tool for almost every job you could imagine.If you demand supreme flexibility from your full-size tablet above all else, then the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 is pretty tough to beat. Not only is it light and powerful, but the S Pen will prove extremely useful to those who still struggle to be truly productive on a finger-operated touchscreen.However, if you're a couch surfer or a more general tablet user, Samsung's somewhat undesirable hardware design and overly fussy software mean that the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 lags quite far behind the likes of the iPad Air and even the Nexus 10.”
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In Depth
The 2014 Edition of the Galaxy Note 10.1 is more than a simple upgrade from its predecessor of the same name; it is a complete overhaul and the device is better for it. While the Tab series is firmly mid-tier, the new Note 10.1 aims to rule the new tablet market. With 3GB of RAM, a quad- or octa-core processor, up to 64GB of internal storage, support for microSD cards and a stunning 2560-by-1600 resolution Super Clear LCD display, the device leads the spec roundups of most current tablets. Alex Dobie of AndroidCentral says “even if you’re not going to use the S Pen all the time, the new Galaxy Note 10.1 looks to be a strong Android tablet offering in the large form factor space.”
The list of features doesn’t stop there. S-Pen, Air Command, 1080p video recording, 4g LTE Cat4 support, GPS+Glonass, an 8-megapixel rear camera, front-facing 2-megapixel camera dual-band N and AC wireless support and infrared ports round out the offerings. If there is a feature available, Samsung has made sure the new Note 10.1 supports it. While these features might seem like a bit of overkill, Samsung’s use of TouchWiz and Android 4.3 make it easy to access new features and push the productivity of your tablet. A massive 8,220-mAh battery, even with the high-resolution display, offers more than enough power for a full day’s use.
One of the best examples comes from the ability to display multiple apps at once. Options include splitting the screen with two apps or drawing windows with the S-Pen for windowed access to a variety of apps, including YouTube, a calculator and more. When in landscape mode, capacitive buttons at the bottom of the display help make switching between apps and launching features a snap. Sascha Segan of PC Magazine notes “Multitasking has really blossomed as well, boosted by a fast processor (a 1.9GHz octa-core on the WiFi version, a 2.3GHz quad-core on the LTE models).”
When it comes to device design and materials, Samsung appears to be moving away from the pure plastic design in a few areas. The back of the device features a grippy faux-leather texture and chrome-color accents around the side add some additional styling as well. Brad Molen of Engadget says “While this likely doesn’t add anything to the tab’s overall durability, it at least exudes more of a ‘classy’ look — though it isn’t a perfect solution to a lengthy build quality concern, we at least prefer this over the previous model’s glossy plastic, which loved fingerprints more than life itself.”
The Good: Cutting-edge hardware, beautiful display, S-Pen input, great battery life and a bounty multitasking features.
The Bad: Still plenty of plastic to be found, hardware button in portrait orientation is awkward, S-Pen can be a little difficult to retrieve and redundant pre-installed apps waste storage space.
What people actually want to know
When was the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) released?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) was released on October 4, 2013.
How long does the battery last on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) has a 8,220 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) have NFC?
No, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) does not have NFC. Contactless payments and tap-to-pair will not be available.
Where can I get support for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition)?
Visit Samsung's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
Where can I download the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) manual?
You can view and download the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) manual on our dedicated manual page.
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