Samsung's new GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus™ offers optimal multimedia experiences in life

Samsung expands the GALAXY Tab range with GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus powered by the Android™ 3.2 and a 1.2GHz dual core processor

MISSISSAUGA, ON, March 16, 2012 /CNW/ - Samsung Canada, the No. 1 TV and mobile phone provider in Canada¹, today announced the availability of the Wi-fi- enabled GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus, expanding the choice of tablets to customers. Light and portable, the GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus is an ideal personal on-the-go device.

With a new portable-pocket friendly size, 7" high-resolution display and rich multimedia options, including ebooks, Social Hub and a full suite of Google services, the GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus allows users to stay connected and entertained on the go.

"Two years ago, Samsung GALAXY Tab began to offer customers more possibilities on the go. Since then, Samsung has actively improved our tablet line-up with several tablets in different sizes," Paul Brannen, Vice President, Mobile Communications at Samsung Canada. "The new GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus will provide consumers with enhanced multimedia experience and allow efficient communication anytime, anywhere."

The Perfect Package

Lightweight and perfectly portable, the GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus combines a compact 9.96mm slim design with a large 7" crisp display that is perfect for e-reading, browsing the web, gaming or watching movies.  Combined with the power of the Android 3.2 platform to create the optimal user experience, the platform also includes a suite of Google services that include: Google Play™, Google Talk™, Gmail™, Google Calendar™, YouTube™, GoogleMaps™, and Google Places™.

Complete Experience with Enriched Multimedia Content

Connecting socially has never been easier with GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus' built-in powerful communication capabilities. Samsung Hub services allows users to easily access multimedia, playback and sharing experiences. Users are able to access the latest ebooks or games in the Google Play Store^TM or connect with friends and family through Social Hub which combines email and social networks for easy access to all of social activities.

Play HD content and view virtually any video thanks to Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus' support for multiple codecs including DivX™.  Keep it all on the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, as it supports up to 32GB MicroSD storage².

Key Features:

Key features of the GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus include:

• 7.0" 1024x600 (WSVGA) PLS Display
• Rear Camera 3MP AF + LED and Front Camera 2MP FF
• 4000 mAh Battery
• 1080p Full HD Video with DivX Support
• Playback Support 1080p Full HD / Recording Support 720p HD
• 1GB RAM, 16GB + microSD (Expandable up to 32GB)
• TouchWiz® UX
• Ebooks
• Social Hub (Integrated Phonebook with SNS, IM, Email)
• Augmented Reality (Layar App Available for Download from Google Play Store
• S-GPS
• Google Maps (Turn-by-Turn Navigation)

Availability:

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus is available on March 16^th at Futureshop, Best Buy, The Source and Staples.  For specific pricing and details, please visit your nearest national retailer. Visit www.samsung.com for more information on the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus.

¹Number one mobile phone provider in Canada, according to IDC Canada's Mobile Tracker.

² MicroSD cards sold separately

Android, Google, Google Play Store, Google Maps, YouTube, Gmail, Google Talk, and Google Search are trademarks of Google Inc.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Canada delivers unrivalled consumer experiences. Samsung enables Canadians to pursue their passions by offering a broad range of award-winning digital consumer electronics, IT, telecommunications and home appliance products. The Canadian arm upholds Samsung's global mission to provide consumers with innovative digital convergence products that possess exceptional technology, quality, features, performance and value. As a result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, Samsung has become one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry. The company was ranked #17 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand "100 Best Global Brands" and was named as one of Fast Company's "50 Most Innovative Companies of 2011."

For more information, please visit www.samsung.ca.

You can also Like Samsung on facebook.com/SamsungCanada or follow Samsung on twitter @SamsungCanada. For customer service inquiries, please call 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864).

Brenna Eller

North Strategic for Samsung Mobile Communications

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