| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $330.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2011, August. Released 2011, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 230.9 x 157.8 x 8.6 mm (9.09 x 6.21 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 455 g (1.00 lb) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | PLS LCD |
| Size | 8.9 inches, 229.7 cm2 (~63.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~170 ppi density) | |
| Features | Samsung TouchWiz UX | |
| Platform | OS | Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Features |
TV-out MP4/DivX/Xvid/H.264 player MP3/WAV/eAAC+/OGG player Photo/video editor Document editor/viewer |
|
| Battery | Type | Non-removable Li-Ion 6100 mAh battery |
| Charging |
18W wired Reverse wired Bypass charging |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 11 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.04 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.86 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 330 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE I957
Advantages
- Generous visual canvas spanning 8.9 inches, ideal for split-screen multitasking and media consumption
- Precision stylus and active pen support tailored for digital illustration and handwriting
Disadvantages
- Larger physical footprint makes comfortable one-handed operation impractical
- Rear optical camera hardware is more modest compared to contemporary smartphones
- Substantial weight requires a desk stand or folio case during prolonged viewing sessions
Engineered to deliver an expansive digital workspace, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE I957 commands attention through its slender, rigid chassis and immersive a spacious, high-resolution display panel spanning 8.9 inches . The broad aspect ratio is finely tuned for comfortable split-screen document workflows, immersive digital illustration, and high-definition multimedia playback with generous viewing angles.
Under the hood, processing horsepower is directed by the capable Mediatek Helio G100 (6 nm). Demanding tasks—including 4K video rendering, multi-window productivity, and graphic-intensive mobile gaming—operate with reassuring fluidity. Precision active stylus support transforms the screen into a responsive digital sketchpad, complemented by an acoustic speaker array that produces expansive stereo separation.
Prolonged operational sessions are sustained by a hefty 6100mAh power cell, engineered to effortlessly see users through long flights, university lectures, or marathon media sessions. In conclusion, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 LTE I957 proves to be an authoritative large-screen tablet that excels in both content creation and mobile entertainment.
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