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Samsung Galaxy Tab coming to Sprint

Samsung galaxy tab coming to sprint nov. 14 hopefully with 4G
http://androidapproved.com/item/sprint-galaxy-tab-coming-november-14th/

Yea, too bad the CDMA Sprint version only has 2GB of internal memory where the GSM unlocked version has 16GB or 32GB internal. So stupid... Wonder if the at&t version will have 16GB or 32GB.. oh wait, they only support the iPhone... The at&t version will be lucky to even have a front facing camera! I think there is an unlocked US version thou with at&t 3g SPECS..?

I might be wrong because one never can tell what's going on in Yankee techno waters, but there are two kinds of internal storage - built-in nand (2gb) and built-in sd (16 or 32). All tabs will have the 2gb as well as either 16 or 32 of flash.

ftgg99 said:
I might be wrong because one never can tell what's going on in Yankee techno waters, but there are two kinds of internal storage - built-in nand (2gb) and built-in sd (16 or 32). All tabs will have the 2gb as well as either 16 or 32 of flash.
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I think you are right.

US Galaxy Tab - is it usable outside of US?

Hi,
I am in US this week, and found out that a non-contract Galaxy Tab cost only $599 (sprint and verizon).
While I understand that most phones in US are sold as locked, I am not sure about Galaxy Tab. I asked the best buy staff, he told me if I don't buy it with a contract, it'll be a WIFI-only tab (so I thought it's a locked) but he went further to say because Galaxy Tab has no sim slot.
Is it true? If not, (as I thought Galaxy Tab will have a sim slot) does a international sim card work on the US-based Galaxy Tab?
I suspect it's essentially a locked tab (that couldn't accept other sim card except the respective telco one even with a sim slot), otherwise, $599 is really cheap. but I need confirmation.

zenkinz said:
Hi,
I am in US this week, and found out that a non-contract Galaxy Tab cost only $599 (sprint and verizon).
While I understand that most phones in US are sold as locked, I am not sure about Galaxy Tab. I asked the best buy staff, he told me if I don't buy it with a contract, it'll be a WIFI-only tab (so I thought it's a locked) but he went further to say because Galaxy Tab has no sim slot.
Is it true? If not, (as I thought Galaxy Tab will have a sim slot) does a international sim card work on the US-based Galaxy Tab?
I suspect it's essentially a locked tab (that couldn't accept other sim card except the respective telco one even with a sim slot), otherwise, $599 is really cheap. but I need confirmation.
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The Sprint and Verizon Tabs have no SIM slot as they are CDMA devices. The T-Mobile and AT&T Tabs do, they are GSM/UMTS (though on different bands)
Both will work in on GSM/HSPA/UMTS networks though neither has voice capability built in.
You can flash international firmware to add this to the AT&T version with little effort, and it will be a full quad band for voice and EDGE data. T-Mobile is more problematic to flash.
All are SIM locked, but unlocking them is really quite trivial.
Best bet is to buy the AT&T version for $650.

Croak said:
The Sprint and Verizon Tabs have no SIM slot as they are CDMA devices. The T-Mobile and AT&T Tabs do, they are GSM/UMTS (though on different bands)
Both will work in on GSM/HSPA/UMTS networks though neither has voice capability built in.
You can flash international firmware to add this to the AT&T version with little effort, and it will be a full quad band for voice and EDGE data. T-Mobile is more problematic to flash.
All are SIM locked, but unlocking them is really quite trivial.
Best bet is to buy the AT&T version for $650.
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ok, so it looks like AT&T is a safer bet indeed. California tax is a killer, end up I would only save $100 plus.

[Q] Which version of the US Tabs has the least amount of crapware and restrictions?

I've given up waiting for a WiFi Galaxy Tab to be available and want to get one before Christmas. I don't plan on signing up for a data plan andjust want the device. Which carrier should I get if from?

I think all of them have /some/ bits and pieces, Verizon being the worst as always.
But nothing rooting/root explorer/titanium backup and ADW.Launcher shouldn't be able to work around to get a 'clean' looking setup.

Thanks. So should I get the cheapest on offer or is there anything else I should look out for?

I'd say T-Mobile and Sprint are the best.

Keep in mind that T-mobile and ATT have 16gb internal memory where as Sprint and Verizon oniy have 2 GB.
ATT and Verizon have pay as you go type plans that can be stopped and started at any time.
ATT is the only version that can be currently flashed with the European firmware which allows voice calling and 3g data in the US. (This also removes any restrictions and bloatware.)
With all those data points in mind, I plan to go with ATT.

KarlMarsh said:
Keep in mind that T-mobile and ATT have 16gb internal memory where as Sprint and Verizon oniy have 2 GB.
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But the Sprint Tab comes with a 16GB memory card according to the site.

I believe they all come with a 16gb card. Att and t-mobile also have another 16gb internal, were sprint and verizon only have 2gb internal.
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bwcorvus said:
I believe they all come with a 16gb card. Att and t-mobile also have another 16gb internal, were sprint and verizon only have 2gb internal.
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Oh, I see. Thanks

bwcorvus said:
I believe they all come with a 16gb card. Att and t-mobile also have another 16gb internal, were sprint and verizon only have 2gb internal.
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That's incorrect...those with the 16gb internal memory, DON'T INCLUDE a 16gb microSD.
Here's the difference:
Take a look at the memory specs for each:
AT&T: 512MB (ROM) + 512MB (RAM) + 128MB (One D-RAM) + 2GB (User Memory) + 16GB (Internal Memory) + Up to 32GB with optional microSD card (External Memory)
Sprint: 512MB(ROM) + 512MB(RAM) + 128MB(One D-RAM) + 2GB (User Memory) + 16GB microSD card preinstalled (supports up to 32GB microSD card)
T-Mobile: 512MB(ROM) + 512MB(RAM) + 128MB(One D-RAM) + 16GB (Internal User Memory) + (supports up to 32GB microSD)
U.S. Cellular: 512MB(ROM) + 512MB(RAM) + 128MB(One D-RAM) + 2GB (User Memory) + 16GB microSD card preinstalled (supports up to 32GB microSD card)
Verizon: 512MB(ROM) + 592MB(RAM) + 128MB(One D-RAM) + 2GB (User Memory) + 16GB microSD card preinstalled (supports up to 32GB microSD card)

KarlMarsh said:
Keep in mind that T-mobile and ATT have 16gb internal memory where as Sprint and Verizon oniy have 2 GB.
ATT and Verizon have pay as you go type plans that can be stopped and started at any time.
ATT is the only version that can be currently flashed with the European firmware which allows voice calling and 3g data in the US. (This also removes any restrictions and bloatware.)
With all those data points in mind, I plan to go with ATT.
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Not everyone cares for using a 7 inch device as a cell phone. I already have a cell phone that does that and quite well.
Wish they'd just come out with a wifi only version.
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Guess i believed wrong . I would still go with the at&t version or t-mobile for the internal 16gb + optional 32gb microsd card.

[Q] Which carrier should i choose?

Real quick question: Ive been wanting to treat myself this christmas with a samsung tab, but the only thing I don't know is which carrier I should buy it from. I don't truly ever plan on using a data plan on this rather just wifi, so which one has the best features all together on it? I heard ATT had the best tab because it has the most internal memory, is this true? Thank you!!

I don't have one (yet) but from what I understand.....AT&T and TMobile have 16GB internal whereas the Sprint and Verizon have only 2. all models do however have the open microSD card slot
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2372723,00.asp
"the T-Mobile and AT&T versions have more built-in memory: 16GB as opposed to the Sprint and Verizon models' 2GB."

Where I can buy the 64GB version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with both 3G and WiFi?

Does anyone know a reliable source anywhere I can buy the 64GB or even 32GB version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with both 3G and WiFi? (I've recently been scammed by a company in China offering a 64GB version)

As far as I know, the 64GB in either Wi-Fi or 3G doesn't exist yet. UK resellers just started to receive the 32GB 3G model on Friday (9/30). The arrival date for the 64GB model is supposed to be mid-October. Both have been delayed repeatedly. My 32GB 3G is supposed to be delivered on Wednesday.

BarryH_GEG said:
As far as I know, the 64GB in either Wi-Fi or 3G doesn't exist yet. UK resellers just started to receive the 32GB 3G model on Friday (9/30). The arrival date for the 64GB model is supposed to be mid-October. Both have been delayed repeatedly. My 32GB 3G is supposed to be delivered on Wednesday.
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Can you tell me what store you ordered your 32GB 3G and for how much?

okizen said:
Does anyone know a reliable source anywhere I can buy the 64GB or even 32GB version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with both 3G and WiFi? (I've recently been scammed by a company in China offering a 64GB version)
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32GB 3G is available in Singapore for past 2 weeks .. I'm waiting for the 64GB if it ever comes.

This flash memory is installed to the board, isn't it? Maybe the flash storage can be changed by opening the device?

okizen said:
Can you tell me what store you ordered your 32GB 3G and for how much?
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I got mine from a B2B reseller that doesn't sell to the public through a work connection. Clove is supposed to get their first shipment in this Friday and they're easy to deal with for U.S. shipments. It's 500 GBP delivered via DHL 2-day.

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Do either the 64 or 32GB versions hold SIM cards?

okizen said:
Do either the 64 or 32GB versions hold SIM cards?
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They both do/will. The Wi-Fi version of the 32GB has been available since launch. The 64GB hasn't been available in either 3G or Wi-Fi. The 3G 32GB is rolling out in the UK this week and the 64GB in both Wi-Fi and 3G is supposedly going to be available in "mid-October." T-Mobile U.S. is releasing a 16GB version that runs on their AWS HSPA+ network on 10/26. I don't know if it'll support AT&T's bands and off-contract it probably won't be any cheaper than importing an unlocked one from the UK. And as those using a VZW Tab have seen, being dependent on a carrier for updates sucks. All of this info is for the EU/UK where Samsung sells direct to consumer. Who knows what their plans are for the U.S. Additionally, Samsung won't sell unlocked 3G/4G devices in the U.S. because of their relationships with the U.S. carriers.
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19736_7-20115915-251/leaked-t-mobile-roadmap-reveals-android-galore/
P.S. - Someone's posted different availibility in Singapore. That doesn't do the rest of the world any good as it's impossible to export one from there.

okizen said:
Do either the 64 or 32GB versions hold SIM cards?
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Yes they do, I have had my 32gb 3G tab 10.1 for 2 months now here in South Africa.
On my second tab, as after a month I had the dreaded newton rings which Samsung promptly exchanged and gave me a new one.

Singapore just released the 3G version of the 64GB yesterday .. snag myself a set !