Tab S9 Ultra WIFI 512GB Gray/Beige
Best in class for media…
30/08/2023 17:06
I've given the Tab S9 Ultra a good break-in recently, and I think it can't be understated just how large the display is. It looks and feels like you're using a typical laptop, with the added flexibility of multiple keyboard and cover types, stylus support, decent palm rejection for note taking, and a crazy-good display for any-conditions use.
I picked up the slim keyboard cover to really unlock my productivity, which has added a new dimension of use for the tablet.
But, it isn't cheap. For the form factor you really do need to ask if Samsung's OneUI Android flavour is really as useful as other desktop operating systems.. and not just the OS itself, but app compatibility too. Android apps are very clearly *not* built for tablets of this size, some not for tablets at all, and that really takes away from the experience.
I'm also not as blown away by the aspect ratio. For a productivity monster of this size, the 16:9 widescreen aspect is a little restrictive, and it'd be more versatile with something closer to 4:3.
Overall for working on the go and media consumption it's a great device. The battery life supports it well. I was tempted to go for the SIM-enabled version on the basis I've always done so out of necessity, but the Android ecosystem is mature enough now that cross-device connectivity is just not a concern.
Based on durability reviews I've seen, as well as the water resistance, it seems like it'll stand up well to the trials and tribulations of working on the go, though I'm not too keen on testing that theory myself!
I like it, and most of all I finally get to use an Android tablet that doesn't feel like I have to struggle with a small screen if I want to leave my laptop at home.
jasonb
Newport , Spojené království
Age: 35
Gender: Female