The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is an Android 3.2 tablet designed with portability in mind. It follows in the footsteps of Samsung's 10.1in, 8.9in and 7in Tab varieties (the company also produces the 5in Samsung Galaxy Note). The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is the first model to use Samsung's Super AMOLED Plus display technology. In the following unboxing gallery, we check out the Wi-Fi version's main features and compare it to the original Galaxy Tab.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The box shares the same aesthetic as the rest of Samsung's Galaxy range, including the Galaxy Nexus smartphone (see our unboxing gallery here.)
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
An ideal size-compromise? The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is smaller than the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, but larger than the Samsung Galaxy Note.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
When it comes to accessories, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 comes with basics: you get a USB cable with AC power adapter, a pair of stereo headphones and a quick start manual.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Upon first booting up, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 flashes the company's logo.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Pictured: The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 in portrait mode.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Pictured: The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 in landscape mode.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 back has a glossy metal finish that's meant to be impervious to fingerprints (the same cannot be said for the display however).
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
As mentioned, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 runs on Android's 3.2 Gingerbread OS. With Ice Cream Sandwich tablets beginning to make their debut, we're hoping an update will be imminent.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is one of the thinnest tablets we've seen, measuring just 7.89mm.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 keeps physical buttons to a minimum: with the exception of power and volume, everything is controlled via the touch screen interface (you don't even need to use those if you don't want to).
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 comes with a 3-megapixel AF camera with inbuilt LED flash. It is capable of recording HD video in 720p.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 comes with plenty of pre-loaded apps, including Samsung's content and entertainment hubs.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Android's familiar UI icons remain unchanged.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Here's how the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 looks in comparison to the original Samsung Galaxy Tab, which boasted a 7in display.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Despite being 0.7 inches larger, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is significantly thinner than its predecessor: 7.89mm vs 11.98mm .
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Both Galaxy Tab models boast Portable Digital Media Interface connections (pictured), in place of mini/micro USB ports. In other words, you need to take extra care of the included cable: lose it and you'll need to buy a new one.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
Galaxy Tab 7.7 and Galaxy Tab back view. We're not sure which finish we prefer: the original Tab's minimal white backing is arguably more eye-catching.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is available now for $546 (16GB WiFi model).
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Unboxed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is an Android 3.2 tablet designed with portability in mind. It follows in the footsteps of Samsung's 10.1in, 8.9in and 7in Tab varieties (the company also produces the 5in Samsung Galaxy Note). The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is the first model to use Samsung's Super AMOLED Plus display technology. In the following unboxing gallery, we check out the Wi-Fi version's main features and compare it to the original Galaxy Tab.