

The way that Samsung has implemented it works fairly well and managing open windows and apps is straightforward. Tablets are built for single-tasking and there doesn't seem to be any real need to try and turn them into fully fledged computers, but if you think you're going to find the feature useful then by all means power it up. You can run a selected number of apps side-by-side using Multi Window, if you really want to It recognised my print every time, but because you need to swipe the home button rather than just put your finger on it, the process can be fiddly - especially the larger tablet, which meant some precise holding to make the function work. Like the Galaxy S5, the tablet boasts a fingerprint scanner that you may or may not prefer to a PIN code. Samsung has never been one to shy away from packing in as many bells and whistles as it can, and the Tab S is no exception.
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You could put it up against the likes of the Nexus 9, but really with most other Android tablets going for less powerful innards and lower prices, Samsung has the premium end largely to itself. Though if you shop around you can find each of Samsung's slates somewhat cheaper now, with prices more akin to the original iPad Air and iPad mini 2, which now start at £319 / $399 / AU$499 and £239 / $299 / AU$369 respectively.ģG/4G versions of the tablets that can access mobile networks with a SIM card are also available, as are 32GB models.Īside from the iPads, the Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact and the Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet, the Galaxy Tab S doesn't have much competition. The Wi-Fi Tab S 8.4-inch will set you back £319 (US$399.99, AU$479.00) the same as the 16GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 3 and the Wi-Fi Tab S 10.5-inch comes in at £399 (US$499.99, AU$599.00) the same as the 16GB Wi-Fi iPad Air 2.

The pricing of these slates matches Apple's iPad line - and even the new models.
