OK, who missed out the Harvey Norman deal, now you have a chance to get it from Dick Smith for $2 less.
I think JB also lower their price. This model GT-P6810LSEXSA I think is the 7.7" instead of 7" mentioned on the site which they price it at $348.
http://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers/tablet/samsung/7-inch-32g…
The free shipping is only available if you purchase with accessories. And I would say that Dick Smith is much easier to deal with (for those of us unable to pick up from MC, at least)
Most Sydney DSE stores will be receiving heaps of stock next week after a delivery to our distribution centre this Friday
Really? You still have new stock coming in?
If so- Home delivery will become available.
Great, I'm going to put that $2 towards some Valvoline Fuel Injector Cleaner!
What will you do with the remaining $0.01?
(I assume you paid via credit card to get reward points)
Grrr, im so torn. I was leading more towards the nexus 7, but the price of the 7.7 keeps going down. decisions decisions
be strong, you need the 10" for reading not 7.7"
Like me be strong, resist the bargain :p
Anyway if you only use it at home 10" is better.
Actually I own a Nexus 7 and an iPad 3 and reading is the only time I put the iPad down. Reading on a 7" is MUCH better due to the smaller weight allowing you to hold it with one hand an the lines being narrower, making it easier to jump to the next line without skipping a line (there's a good reason wider text books have 2 columns).
Same - my ipad-Nu doesnt get a look in since I got my Nexus7 the screen is super sharp and it is very light and with Plex I can watch my whole video library on my Nexus via wifi
depends what you read I think.
I find 7"s are much better when reading epubs.
But 10"s are better for reading PDFs, i.e. technical books. (I'm in IT btw.)
Yeah PDF on 7" is too small.
Yes..but 7.7" is very convenient compared with 10" for mobility reasons. I have both..and definitely 10" at home and 7" outside.
hi guys, just hoping someone could help me here -
I am looking at getting either a Galaxy 7.7 tab or Ipad 2.
I googled comparisons between the 2 and some of them are dated end of last year.
I thought the Galaxy 7.7 only came out a few months ago? Or is this an updated/new version?
Anyone got any thoughts on which tab to go with (considering ipad2 is about $100 more but extra 2" screen.
thanks
iPad and 7.7" tablet are completely difference. Some peoples with iPad will still buy a 7" tablet.
If you want to carry around and on the road get the 7.7". If you only use it at home get iPad or 10" tablet.
yea I know its apples and oranges.
Leaning towards the 10" (ipad2) but like the price of the 7.7" lol
Get both … lol
If you are going to spend more money, I'd go ipad3 because of its significantly better screen. Your eyes will thank you for it.
Stupid comment. Removed.
get an ipad 2, overall user experice will be better. I used to own a galaxy tab and needless to say, it sucked! Mind you firmware update is just as important as hardware specs. Samsung is lacking the software releases side big time.
iOS regular updates are awesome. So many minor updates to ensure the jailbreak bugs are fixed.
iOS 5 - So Cool…. Apple re-invented notification bar.
iOS 4.3 - So Cool…. Apple re-invented pocket WiFi Hotspot.
iOS 6 - no more Google Map, YouTube by default. Super cool.
And, best of all, if you don't upgrade to new enough versions of iOS, latest TomTom and other apps won't work. Fantastic, no more TomTom map updates for iPhone 3G users.
Assuming the people press + are all android users who never own an IOS device. Androids are good so long that you have to work hard to find a solution to fix the system yourself. Not bad for people like to do a bit of DIY. I own a few Android devices and I know what it is like.
I own multiple iOS devices. I also own multiple Android devices.
"Assuming" things is not a good idea. My post had nothing to do with Android vs iOS. I was just joking and some people get the joke, some don't. That's all. You cannot assume Apple owners cannot enjoy both iOS and Android devices. I am perfectly happy for people to tease my new iPad (i.e. it is more iPad 2S than iPad 3, heavier than iPad 2 etc…) or my Android devices.
When comparing, please compare equivalent devices. Samsung Galaxy Tab was released around the iPad 1 days. Comparing a single core Android and a dual core iOS device does not seem fair to me. Besides, Galaxy Tab (3G built in) at $299 from Telstra was a bargain at the time - no doubt about it. If you were talking about a different Galaxy Tab, then be specific. I wouldn't consider a Tegra2 based 2nd gen Galaxy Tab a true Samsung Galaxy Tab…
I own the New Ipad and I know what it's like. And I also owned the Galaxy tab $299 deal from Telstra a while back. In terms of overall user experiences, Ipad wins hands down (knowing galaxy tab is one of the earliest models and still no comparison to Ipad 1).
Certainly you didn't own this
http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/76607 Reported a few laggy issues in the post.
Samsung didn't make good tablets in the first place and that is why Ipad has dominant share in tablets market . Why do I have to care which Galaxy Tab is the TRUE Galaxy Tab. They make bad tablets at the start and I never look back ever since.
The laggy mainly due to android 3 and the Samsung UI.
Big improvement after ICS.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 - no Samsung CPU inside, only Tegra 2 and that's why it is slow.
User experience, it actually depends. There are good widgets. Having more icons on each screen is not a bad thing. 1080p mkv streaming on GT 7.7 is fine (new iPad can do it in theory, but Apple won't allow it).
Samsung Galaxy Tab (original/1) is actually good. In terms of Web browsing experience, it actually is BETTER than the Galaxy Tab 10.1 you bought. However, Samsung probably shouldn't have released GT 10.1.
I have no issue about you complaining GT 10.1 on its own. However, comments like "Samsung made bad tablets from the start" and basically use GT 10.1 (which does not have even have a Samsung CPU) as the benchmark device isn't not the right thing to do. Why do you think Apple targeted Samsung tablets and tried to block Samsung tablets from selling here in Australia? Also, your new iPad CPU is actually made by Samsung. Wouldn't suprise me if the flash ROM chips in the new iPad are also made by Samsung.
Yes the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 (Gen 1, P1000) is very good if you use Ice Cream Sandwich on it. Everything is smooth and silky, plus 3G phone calls is embedded!
Make and design are two different things. Apple can oursource it to some other coys at any time if they really get pissed off by Samsung. For example, the screen. If you read Steve Jobs and also recent court news, you will know why Samsung is targeted. Samsung chose to copy instead of innovate as it is the easiest way to catch up competitors. In short, Google's Android OS also help cooking the war. Without Android, you probably dont even want to use Samsung's phones or tablets as their original in house OS is just like hp pad os or playbook os which not many apps avail due to limited resources.
Let's stay on topic and discuss about the deal, and not make it an apple va android debate. There are already countless of threads about this in the forums, so feel free to continue such discussion there.
Any other apple vs android comment will be removed.
If you want an iPad wait till next month, Apple could change lots of product and prices to kill the the smaller competitors
I'll try to be unbiased.
First of all, there is a massive size difference. The iPad 2 is larger and has a much larger screen, this will give you an idea:
http://www.displaywars.com/7,7-inch-16x10-vs-9,7-inch-4x3
That's doesn't necessarily make the Samsung worse. For one, the Samsung screen is much higher resolution. The two best looking tablet screens in the world are the iPad 3(new iPad) screen and the Galaxy Tab 7.7.
The iPad is a coffee table or bedtime or sofa or beach toy, and needs to be carried in a bag. The GT 7.7 is perfect for public transport, carrying in a jacket/coat pocket, and for reading books and watching video when you have to hold the device for a while.
In terms of apps, the iPad is still way ahead, but you can find apps for Android to do most things, it's an advantage but not an automatic win for the iPad 2.
No Stock anywhere in Melbourne, NO DEAL.
If you really want it… You can go to Hastings, Victoria…
No stock in NSW. NO DEAL.
HORNSBY have it this morning when I posted.
So check the mobileciti deal.
Most Sydney stores will be receiving between 2-10 units sometime next week, so it's most certainly a deal.
What is the current situation on ICS for the Tab 7.7? Is it officially released in AU?
No.
But it is piss easy to do it yourself.
I have an ipad2, only reason I'm keen on galaxy tab since it's more portable, having a 7inch is a huge diffence in weight compared to iPads. How is this galaxy specs compared to iPad 2? Is this the currnt model?
Ipad mini is coming soon as Rumours suggest.
LOL typical DSE bargains no stock, just get yourself a nexus7 guys
Still no nexus 7 stock in store.
Demand for these bad boys have been through the roof - at least at my local store, where we have sold 12 units in 6 days.
Heaps more stock will be available in Sydney stores next week.
it will too late. i am interested in getting one plus something else by the cob of this friday. then i can get gst back on saturday before boarding the flight to queenstown.
HN told me there were 59 left in the country. Still havent heard back from them either.
err, i meant samsung 7.7, not nexus
High in demand? U sure? All I see are ppl using iPads everywhere…
Probably because the iPad is so huge lol. GT7.7 users can be more discrete with their usage.
Get a nexus 7 instead (if you can find one), much better experience! I was considering the galaxy tab 7.7 for a long time, then the nexus came out and I have no regrets snapping it up.
Is there a 10" version of this that is as good as this? I heard the 10.1 is pretty bad, but not sure if its the same series as this one.
Not really, no. The new Note 10.1 is being released soon - quad core Exynos, 2GB of RAM, S Pen - but no word on pricing, and the res is fairly 'meh'. The Asus Infinity is probably the best 10" Android tablet out at the moment, but Australia got screwed over in release and pricing (as usual).
^^ What he said. Although I think I read there's a 10" or 11" tab coming with 1080p resolution from Samsung. If it has the Exynos then that would be the one to get imo.
Yeah, its been rumoured for a while and documents in the Apple vs Samsung case indicated that they were planning an 11.8 inch, 2560 x1600 screen - nothing official yet, but I have high hopes.
So tempting. $244 after moneybackco+woolies staff discount+5% off wish gift cards
Anyone found that SUPER AMOLED screen is better for reading ebook because of no backlight?
As far as I can tell this still doesn't compare to the cheapo Ainol Novo Elf 2
http://www.redtabletpc.com/ainol-novo-7-elf-ii-tablet-pc-aml…
Apart from being a well known brand.. everything else seems to be much better on the Elf 2 except it's 8gb instead of 16gb (SD card fixes this)
Have anyone bought from that sit before? Realtabletpc.com
1024x600 display vs 1280x800, the Samsung has 66% more pixels and a larger better AMOLED screen and much better build quality. You'll notice believe me. The Samsung is thinner, has better battery life and a much faster processor and GPU (it's not just about the Ghz..). The Ainol is a decent toy but there really isn't any comparison. You also get local warranty with Samsung.
Anyone know if DSE also stock the book cover for this? Thinking to get the book cover case to push it over $300
If anyone really want one try The Good Guy online store they have it for $299.
Just got the 32gb from jb for 287 :-)
Will the sydney stores be doing home delivery ? If so i will have it chipped to melb ! Although it might cheaper to just buy the $299 7" Samsung Tab 2.
i got offered the tab 2 7inch for 230.. =)
i didnt end up buying it tho.. let me know if your interested i might be able to help you out =)
You are in Melbourne not Syndey :(
I am just wondering which JB did that.
was talking to Yourstruely101 as he stated he wanted a tab 2..
the one in epping (no inside the plaza) corner of childs road and high st..
dont trust in the site or phone calls.. i asked one of the workers to check if they had any stock which he found one in the back for me =)
DSE wont be getting more of these… btw. Dont know what the 'rep' was talking about. :p
Yeah, I am also wondering whether he is a real rep or not.
where you can ship to?
They removed it from their site, so I don't think they will have more stock coming in next week.
He may not a real rep :p
anybody got one want to sell?
could not find any stock in Mel T__T