Rogers launches Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE tablet

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTERogers has added yet another tablet to its LTE device portfolio. It is none other than the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE.

Take performance, portability and style to a new level. At only 1lb, 8.6mm thin and featuring wireless connectivity on the Rogers LTE network, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE is Samsung’s thinnest and fastest tablet yet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE specifications:

  • Processor: 1.5GHz dual core
  • Operating system: Google Android 3.2 (Gingerbread)
  • Cellular connectivity: GSM / HSPA+/ LTE
  • Other connectivity: GPS, 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, DLNA
  • Display: 8.9-inch WXGA (1280×800) LCD with Gorilla Glass
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 128MB RAM
  • Storage: 16GB onboard and microSD cards
  • Rear-facing camera: 3MP with flash and 720p HD video capture
  • Front-facing camera: 2MP
  • Battery: 6,100mAh
  • Dimensions / weight: 230.9 x 157.8 x 8.6 millimeters / 453 grams

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE currently runs on Google Android 3.2 but Samsung has confirmed that it will be upgraded to Android 4.0. No timelines are available yet for this upgrade.

Rogers is offering the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE for CA$399.99 with select three-year plan or CA$649.99 without any contract.

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