SamMobile has affiliate and sponsored partnerships. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn a commission.

News For You
News For You
Notifications

Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) gets closer to launch

Tablet
By 

Last updated: November 19th, 2021 at 11:56 UTC+01:00

The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) is Samsung's next mid-range Android tablet, and its design was leaked for the first time two months ago. Some of its specifications were confirmed as well. Now, the tablet has moved closer to its launch as it has received a necessary certification.

The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) with model number SM-X205 has appeared in Wi-Fi Alliance's database. According to the information found in its Wi-Fi certification document, the tablet features 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi ab/g/n/ac connectivity. It also features Wi-Fi Direct and runs the Android R (Android 11) operating system.

Going by previous reports, the Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) features a 10.5-inch IPS LCD screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. The tablet, which is powered by the UNISOC T618 processor, will reportedly be available in three variants: 3GB RAM + 32GB storage, 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, and 4GB RAM + 128GB storage.

The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) has a 5MP front-facing camera and an 8MP rear-facing camera with an LED flash. It is said to be powered by a 7,040mAh battery and could support 15W fast charging. Samsung could launch it in three colors: Gold, Grey, and Silver. It could come in Wi-Fi-only and LTE variants.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) Wi-Fi Certification

Tablet Galaxy Tab A8 (2021)
Galaxy AI summarized

Scroll for more related content
News For You

You might also like

Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) finally gets Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update

Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) finally gets Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update

Samsung has finally released the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update to the Galaxy Tab A8 (2021). With this update, the low-end tablet has received a total of three major Android OS updates, and it could be the last major update it will get. Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) gets Android 14 and One UI 6.0 […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 8 months ago
UNISOC beats Samsung in Q3 with assistance from the Galaxy A series

UNISOC beats Samsung in Q3 with assistance from the Galaxy A series

Samsung's smartphone chipset business lost a place in Q3 2021 and now has the fifth-largest market share after MediaTek, Qualcomm, Apple, and UNISOC. The latter chipmaker ranked fifth in Q2 but seems to have pushed Samsung down a notch three months later, reveals Counterpoint Research. Samsung lost half of its market share (5%) and slipped […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 3 years ago
Samsung has at least these accessories planned for the Galaxy Tab A8

Samsung has at least these accessories planned for the Galaxy Tab A8

The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) was officially announced today, but the time for leaks is not over yet. Leaked press renders have now emerged to reveal a couple of upcoming accessories for the new low-cost tablet, including a Clear Edge Cover and a Protective Standing Cover. Both solutions are great for a tablet of this […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 3 years ago
Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) vs Tab A7: An ‘upgrade’ born out of chip shortages

Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) vs Tab A7: An ‘upgrade’ born out of chip shortages

Some fifteen months have passed since Samsung released the Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020), and now the tablet officially has a sequel. Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) today following a string of leaks that lasted for a couple of months, so it's time to shut down this rumor mill and have a […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 3 years ago
Here’s how much Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab A8 will cost you

Here’s how much Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab A8 will cost you

Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) today, and the company didn't take long to reveal its pricing plans, at least for Europe. So, if you're thinking of buying Samsung's latest 10.5-inch budget tablet, here's how “budget” it gets. The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) can be yours for the low price of €229, assuming you […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 3 years ago
Here’s how much Samsung’s next affordable tablet could cost

Here’s how much Samsung’s next affordable tablet could cost

Samsung could soon unveil its next affordable tablet, the Galaxy Tab A8 (2021). The device appeared for the first time three months ago, and since then, its design and specifications have been leaked multiple times. Now, the tablet's possible European pricing has been revealed ahead of its launch. The Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) could be […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 3 years ago