Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Series: What We Know So Far
Samsung's highly anticipated Galaxy Tab S10 series has been making waves in the tech world, with recent leaks and rumors providing exciting insights into the upcoming tablets. While the exact release date remains uncertain, here's what we've learned about these next-generation devices:
Release Timeline
- The Galaxy Tab S10 series is expected to launch in 2025, potentially alongside the Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup.
- A South African Samsung representative confirmed the tablets are coming before the end of the year, though this conflicts with other reports suggesting a 2025 release.
Model Lineup
- The series may include the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Tab S10 Ultra.
- Rumors suggest Samsung might drop the base Tab S10 model to focus on larger screen variants.
Technical Specifications
- Model numbers spotted on Samsung's OTA server:
- Tab S10 Plus: SM-X828x
- Tab S10 Ultra: SM-X926x
- The Tab S10 Ultra may feature a 14.6-inch display and dimensions of 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.45mm.
- Early rumors indicate the Tab S10 Plus could be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset.
- Samsung may use different processors for various regions, potentially including both MediaTek and Qualcomm options.
Software Development
- One UI testing has already begun for the Tab S10 series.
- Build numbers have been spotted on Samsung's OTA server, confirming active development.
Global Availability
- The U in some model numbers indicates US variants.
- The B suffix suggests global availability for certain models.
- Specific variants (SM-X926C and SM-X926N) confirm availability in China and Korea.
While many details remain unconfirmed, the Galaxy Tab S10 series is shaping up to be an exciting addition to Samsung's tablet lineup. As we approach the potential release date, we can expect more concrete information to emerge about these cutting-edge devices.
Update: Tuesday July 23 17:45
Recent reports suggest that the Galaxy Tab S10 series may feature MediaTek's Dimensity 9300+ chipset, as evidenced by Geekbench listings for both the S10+ and S10 Ultra models. Production is rumored to begin in August, with an October launch possible. The series is expected to include only the Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra models, available in gray and silver. The tablets are likely to ship with Android 14 and may be released later in 2024, contrary to earlier expectations of a 2025 launch.