Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 8" Ruggedized Tablet Wi-Fi 16GB, Black (SM-T390NZKAXAR)

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The oleophobic coating which covers the 8in display is top notch, too, and any greasy fingerprints that build up can be wiped off with almost magical ease. It’s also highly efficient at resisting water: at a raised angle, liquids run off display with lightning speed and, being IP68 waterproof, you’d be safe using it in a rainstorm. And Samsung has added a couple of extra outdoors-y display features – Glove Touch and Wet Touch mode – which alter the screen’s sensitivity so it can be used more easily in cold or wet conditions. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2: Performance and battery life

Powered by an Exynos 9810 processor versus the Active2's Exynos 7870 processor, the Active3 is also presumably faster and more responsive thanks to an update in the chipset as well that sees a 2.7GHz + 1.7GHz octa-core processor. By comparison, the Active2 has a 1.6GHz octa-core processor.Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 comes with numerous features which not only mrake its appearance appealing but also very adjustable. The phone has a dimension of RUGGED RELIABILITY-Heavy-duty tech that gets the job done. Built-in features include an accelerometer, gyroscope, GPS and geomagnetic sensor. Note: for all Wi-Fi models, GPS technology will only activate when connected to a Wi-Fi network The more reliable option is the fingerprint sensor built into the physical home button, which is both faster and is unaffected by ambient light. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 – Software User Available Memory : User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed

This should come as no surprise considering the term ‘ruggedised’ is involved, but as 8-inch slates go, the Active 2 is decidedly chunky. Despite this, it’s still narrow enough to clutch comfortably in one hand and light enough to wield for extended periods of time. Native split-screen multitasking is appreciated on the Active 2’s relatively large screen too, even if the likelihood of performance issues creeps up when using the feature. Its ruggedised customisations are unquestionably more than cosmetic and the added S Pen functionality make it a great tool for both adventures, creatives and as an educational tool. The CPU inside the Tab Active 2 is Samsung’s own Exynos 7870. The latest 2018 Samsung smartphones also use Exynos processors, although these are a couple of generations ahead and a tier above (the Galaxy S9 uses an Exynos 9810). WATER-RESISTANT TOUCHSCREEN — Wet touch mode is fully functional regardless of water and rain, White glove mode is perfect for cold weather or clinical environments. Can withstand being submerged in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 5 feet of waterAs noted, they are both further protected by including the biometric fingerprint sensor and facial recognition. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 vs. Tab Active3: Weigh the pros and cons

Samsung’s own Exynos 7870 processor offers decidedly disappointing performance, offering functional day-to-day usage that’s all too easy to bog down after enough app jumping or when diving into more intensive tasks like gaming. Battery life is fine. Our battery rundown test is very intensive, streaming a YouTube video with the screen at maximum brightness. We got 5 hours, 55 minutes, which makes it look like you'd want some spare batteries to swap in if you're going to use the tablet without charging over a long workday. But in a dim restaurant, for instance, you'll have the screen turned way down, which will push the tablet to at least 8 hours of solid screen-on time. Actual user memory will vary depending on the mobile phone operator and may change after software upgrades are performed. Memory size - User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the tablet features. The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 runs on last year’s Android Nougat 7.1.1 operating system with Samsung’s own launcher software overlaid. If you’re already using Android 8 on your smartphone you’ll find that Android 7.1.1 has fewer emoji options – but other than that, I had no issues with the OS or the user interface – it’s just like using a (really) big Samsung phone.Speeds indicate the performance of different processor cores. Core numbers vary between processors. Expect two to three days of general use on a single charge (the battery is rated for 45 hours of mixed usage), with a recharge by way of the in-box 10W charger replenishing power in just over 2.5 hours. Just be aware that as with any water-resistant Samsung smartphone or tablet, the Active 2 will warn of “moisture in the USB port” after taking a dunk and will need to be thoroughly dried out before accepting a charge again. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 – Screen