Samsung Tab S9 Ultra: Is the iPad Killer Real?
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Samsung is doing great work lately. Google needs to continue pushing for tablet support from developers.
I've messaged a lot of big developers asking why they don't have any Android apps or better implementation, and all of them give the same answer. Fragmentation, Google still has trouble to find a sweet spot that Android can be easily developed for. There's so many processors, Exynos, Snapdragon, Mediatek, ARM etc, also the camera's are not consistent, making apps like Tiktok and Snapchat have lower quality video's even when the camera's might be better than the Iphone. Google is not getting the hint that this is one of their biggest hiccups that they need to fix. If Android finally get's good app development interface we might get to see apps like Procreate, Dazz Cam, Appolo etc expand to Android making the choice much easier to invest in a Android Tablet.
@@kizanko I understand and agree, that's the biggest factor to android's drawbacks. But it's not something Google can easily fix as they don't control what other manufacturers do with android. We literally have fridges that can run android - but that'salso the great thing about android. However, that's a bit of a lazy response from developers sometimes. Many android apps aren't supported for large screens at all, and you're lucky if they can run in both landscape and portrait. Android runs the same base OS to these devices meaning developers need to create responsive apps to all device types. Apple created different OS for each device type and developers need to create different apps to each platform instead - you'd think that's more work, time consuming and more expensive.
True, the Samsung tablets are really great, but it's quite hard to use their full potential and especially for someone that works in the creative sector it's just not possible to use an android tablet to the full extend like an iPad. 😶 I'm a big samsung fan and used their phones, watches and at the beginning also tablets, but ever since I started working, I rely heavily on the Adobe creative cloud apps and android just doesn't get any of those apps like photoshop, illustrator and more, so I needed to get an iPad. And even tho I don't really like apple, I must admit, that they have a great selection of apps for their tablets, so I have to stay with them and will probably invest in a new iPad pro soon 🤦🏼♂️
@@kizanko that's only reason for the subpar android tablet support for years, unfortunately!
google should make something similar...we need more competition
I have a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, and people will just stare at it and ask me what it is. They are stunning, but I do agree, most people aren't willing to fork out that much money for it if they don't have a specific use-case. I got mine because I'm a digital artist, and I absolutely love it.
Is the pencil grip good?
I also have the Tab S8 Ultra and you are absolutely right! It is simply amazing!
What apps you use for art
Heh then they say, thats cool i have an ipad!”
@@jyoti6548Honestly yeah its strong as hell sometimes I am having trouble pulling it out 😂, but you can also buy a cover from samsung that covers up the pencil as well
Ok, 3-month update: I friggin LOVE this tablet! I use it for literally everything. I haven't touched my computer in a solid month. I couldn't have picked a better piece of kit, for me. One caveat: video editing is possible, but you don't have the same options as iPad. This is more of an app problem, but worth mentioning. I use Luma Fusion, so I get along just fine, but the app companies need to step it up.
Wondering if this can replace my Surface Pro. Would this be able to run desktop office and PowerBi?
@@wyw201 yes I do
Please ship me your computer I'm all the way in south Africa 😅
How is the screen quality?
I have the tab s8 ultra for over 5 months now and it had been such an amzing experience! Huge screen,fast processor,everything
I've gone into the developer options and change the (window&transition animation And the animator duration to .5x) it helps me navigate quicker I do it to all my devices
S9 ultra still better though
@@siddtherandom4225oh wow really? who could've thought a next gen tab would be most likely better than its predecessor
I think the voting with one's wallet thing is spot on. People will rave about Samsung tablets but then not buy them because they prefer just using their regular PC over a tablet.
Remember all the NPCs salivating for a Galaxy flagship with native "stock android"? Guess what, they came out with the Google Play Edition Galaxy and nobody bought it. Lesson learned.
i have no love for android tablets, honestly just went straight for ipad mini when it was launched.
@@bradhaines3142 And I don't think many people can really blame you. The iPad Mini is a great tablet with amazing features considering it's a 'budget' tablet. Many android tablets in that price category lack certain features and feel much cheaper than apple tablets.
@bradhaines3142 lmao so you went for the worse tablet 🤣
I have a Tab s8 ultra, its a great tablet, I might not use it a whole ton, but I like having it around.
I just love that tablets are still being made. There was a time there when Apple didn't seem to have this much competition in this space.
Imagine back in 2013-2016😔
There still isn't tbh. Most people would buy an iPad blindly because it's still the best. And when u say tablet, iPad is the first thing that comes to mind.
I hope this means we’re about to get some really good iPads
@@manan-543unfortunately…it’s more about apps and developers support, security esp when online shopping using tablet, and well-rounded device due to many good exclusive apps
@manan_s yes there is. Apple is losing marketshare so its obviously having an impact. No its not the best. They just had the first movers advantage that's all it is
Only the people in USA will go more for iPad. Outside USA samsung is the king.
Smoothest transition into a promo I’ve every seen.
The tablet being waterproof is actually a very good selling point for many people who own boats. Most people I know who are looking for gigantic tablets wants them for navigation at sea since it's more user friendly and less expensive than a dedicated navigation system (and I know waterproof doesn't necessarily mean salt water proof, but it's still better than a tablet that isn't waterproof)
Can also have it beside the bath watching TV etc with no worries whilst I relax in the bath.
I'm watching this in the bath right now 😅 On a phone though.
It's got no snapdragon in it It's a scam
@@clmg33 it literally has a factory overclocked Snapdragon 8 gen 2, what are you on about?
Waterproof, but not against salt water or chlorine found in pools lol And if it does break because of water, no warranty for you!
I have a Tab S8 and love it a lot. It's a brilliant 5G device that can last a lot longer on battery than most laptops. Sincerely hoping Samsung won't kill off their flagship tablets lineup anytime soon.
Its great until you view a grey background and see the OLED burn in. I like MiniLED on tablets better because they have a long life cycle (hopefully microLED soon)
@@MaxCaudtab s8 is not oled. Only plus and ultra
I'm still using the Tab S6. No OLED burn in, idk what the other commenter is moaning about
@@MaxCaud I'm glad mine doesn't use OLED then, as it's supposedly as durable as an IPS display
@@kiwikemistYup, same here. Still rocking the Tab S6 as a bedside companion, and it can handle pretty much whatever I throw at it..
100 bucks more, the pen comes with it, bigger screen, better speakers, I traded all of my iPhone stuff in and now I'm fully samsunged out, watch tab, 23 ultra, buds. Everything.
Also depends on the country. In my coutry the 1tb wifi s9 is 1300€ rn while the 1tb wifi ipad pro is 2300€
great review, marques... love you man 👏
I have a Tab S8 ultra and I love it. I ran my whole business off it for a while. I ended up getting a new laptop, Windows machine, and now it's my permanent double screen on that setup. Wireless dual screen setup is a very underrated feature.
ipad sucks, i have a business to and with ipad omg everything so hard, with my tabS8Ultra so easy and more options and features.
Similar experience, as a wireless (totally lag free) touch/pen monitor (especially with Superdisplay) it's awesome
What was the buisness that you where running ? I really want to know what kind of buisness we can run on a tablet
@@giovannibucio yeah you're right. The ecosystem between a normal laptop and an android tablet is basically the same, whereas with apple you would need everything from this company (Ipad and IMac f.e.).
@ado_curt4400 these days you can literally run businesses off of phones
I'm of the generation that had a dad come home one day after work with a brand new 13" color TV. The ones with two channel knobs that you had to manually click to change stations - it was the best thing ever and boy was it big. Pretty amazing for us X-Gens to see how far tech has come in our lifetime so far.
I'm gen z but I can relate to that ! living in a developing country may explain why :)
And yet in many ways its also went *backwards* in that same time. One of things I miss most are physical controls like those knobs you mentioned which are far easier to work with than touchscreens. Since at least 2010 its been a continual slide towards data harvesting, forced online connectivity and non-intuitive interfaces.
@@Racistobamathere's no way i am believing that a touch screen control gonna be more harder than physical knobs... Uh uh.. no way Though it comes with, how the software is optimized and designed.
Try touchscreens in cars then@@msiprime
Lol. When I was a boy, we rented our TV from a shop. It was black and white as there was no colour then. The picture was made up of tiny lines across the screen which you could see if you got up close. It took 5 minutes for the thing to "warm up" so we could see the picture properly.
I wanted to say thank you for making such great videos I have found that it's really easy and nice listening to you! And definitely thank you for all the information and hard work you do
Tablets are a fantastic tool for sailors. My dad has a sailboat, and uses a bunch of very impressive weather, current, map, and sailing related apps. He has a doc for the tablet below deck, and carries it around and off the boat as well. So, water resistance would be a great feature for him.
Got my S9 Ultra yesterday. Honestly, I don't know if I've ever been as blown away by a device before. It's absurdly thin, I was astonished. The screen is beautiful, too. Can't wait to really see what its capable of.
have been using the s8 ultra for over a year, best for notes and productivity, screen and battery are sick.
Hi, could you please tell me how is the screen outdoor in direct sun? Can you see anything on it? I would like to buy one to use it as a headunit in my car but there's no reviewer covering this aspect. Thanks in advance!
@@Dirtyhealz it's 7pm in the UK and a little cloudy, so it might not be the best time to be testing it. Overall yes I could still see it, but the visibility was definitely reduced quite a bit. I'll test it again on Saturday in the middle of the day and comment again
@p16g3 thank you!
Android tablets have come a long way but I still love the iPad way more.
I just upgraded from the Tab S6 Lite to the Tab S9+, because I take all my university notes on a tablet AND WOW. The speed and gorgeousness of the S9+! In addition, for me I'm actually hooked into Samsung's ecosystem at the this point, Quick Share, Samsung Notes, DEX, Second Screen (which lets you use it as a Windows monitor), and all the multiwindow optimisations. Samsung has been working hard to make an ecosystem that is more open than Apple's but matched in convenience. (Obviously they aren't quite as polished yet, but the features are already there)
That's a massive jump and quite an expensive one
Funny enough I went from the Tab s6 lite to the tab s7+ plus. I don't feel like I need to upgrade
is it portable?is it easy to operate without hitting its corners?
some people just dont understand why apples ecosystem is so much better than the competition
@@GankerJr It all depends on what you need to do
Marques, how you describe the ecosystem is priceless!! It’s worth watching your videos… Thanks for being one of the two pillars in a KZhead Community!! ☮️
god damn lol. this one is yet bigger and better. i have ordered me one and will be reviewing it as well. loved your video dude
I'm watching this from my tab s7, and I can say that after all these years it still works absolutely perfectly. No performance issues, no weird stuff. Couldn't be happier, and the moment I choose to upgrade I'll definitely choose whatever the new galaxy s tab is current.
Same
I also watch the video on my Tab S7
Same, my tab s7 has been abused to hell and it still holds up fine. It's the main reason I can live with a pixel 4a that I barely use for anything other than calls and photos. I use this thing constantly, for media consumption, reading, gaming and I don't think I can go back to just having one big phone.
BRO same. Although, it may be a while as I DID just buy an M2.
Yep.. Love my S8 Plus.. Won't upgrade it until there is a major substantial upgrade..
I really hope these android tablets do well ! It’s a win win for both parties. Android users will have good lines and options for years to come and IPad users will probably get better upgrades due to the better competition.
The industry has already agreed to ignore Android tablets. They were there even before the iPad existed but they never had any significant market. Third party developers just stopped developing apps for Android tablets.
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@@fraggystyler no they haven't, I would say the prime of android app development for tablets is right now.
@@fraggystyler nope they are gaining marketshare. Lol no they didn't
Follow you already over 10 years you are always amazing
I love my Tab S8. One feature that needs to be talked about more is the Second Screen function built into Samsung's UI. I have a single monitor setup for my pc and I love being able to cast my desktop to my tablet for certain functions while I'm gaming on my switch docked or using it as a second screen for videos when playing a game on my pc.
the fact that it can also fully take advantage of all of the S Pen's functionalities is chef kiss.
this answers the main question my bf had about this tablet. Thank you!
Agreed. I don't need my USB monitor with my company laptop anymore.
Do you guys use screen protectors on your tab? I want to protect my S9 screen but at the same time i prefer using the screen as it is, so i am in a dilemma
@@Nostalgia_Addict i think you should try one and see if you like it. Or get the official matte screên cover thats detachable if youre into drawing and writing.
I actually bought a Tab S9 Ultra because of your Shorts video showing the tablet. I'm like damn that thing is huge. The pre-order price made it pretty cheap with the free offer of double storage. I ended up getting the 512GB and still cheaper than the Ipad Pro. The S Pen being included was nice compare to Apple having to spend an additional $169 CAD just for a pencil.
how much was it? i dont know the prices of the ipads and the samsungs but this looks clean and fresh and literally so useful
@floams around 1500-2100 I have the s8 ultra and it's 100% an ipad killer
8 gen 3 coming out lmao. Enjoy your 1 year old chipset
And this is something that sometimes people miss. In the Android space, getting discounts, upgrade offers is easier and plenty full. Samsung also has thier Buisness November, or something, when they offer similar upgrades and discounts.
@@VKdViKingDark Still overpriced. Can people just wait 1.5 years for a 85% discount?
On the iPhone mini: I got one because I wanted the smaller screen, but then apple seemed to do a legitimately terrible job adjusting iOS for the small screen size to the point where buttons would be appearing off screen and couldn’t be interacted with, making the phone a lot less usable. I think the iPhone mini could have worked had they tried to make it work.
Another great video. Id say theres no “killer” these days atleast for categories like tablets or phones, they all have ups and downs and comes to preference. Sometimes more ram doesnt mean better. I would say if ipad has an equivalent sized device , then it def would be preference. Id say owning both apple and android products, it comes down to optimization of software/apps. Now one thing id like to see maybe a few more comparisons would be one why go with an iPad Pro/s9 +. Compared to a laptop when price point is almost the same. I have tried the newer pens, but the older Samsung tab pens felt cheap, same with build . Ipad def has a more “premium” feel same with the pencil.
The biggest advantage of Ultra tab including S8 Ultra is that we can see 2 pages of textbook or notes at the same time. I think many students may find it very attractive.
Same opinion here. I have s7 plus. I use moonreader pro on one side and Google pdf reader on other side with two different PDFs. One is Textbook and other is Solution manual side by side.
U mean students who has wealthy parents to buy for their child or students who has job and money 🤑😅😂😂😂
Meu TAB S3 4G faz isso a quase 6 anos mas pra ser sincero quase nunca usei😅😅😅😅
Is the 11 inch iPad too small to do that?
@@vidhyamakootan5474 I dont know many "poor" teens who actually go to school to get successful
I really hope this becomes super competitive with iPads. The more competition the better
they are two completely different devices, but I don’t think they would ever compete. You haveM2 in iPads.
@@gatesroyaleShaddap, iSheep.
@@firstlast-wm3li the truth hurts my friend
@@firstlast-wm3li They're not wrong, and I'm someone who has the Galaxy Tab S8+
@@gatesroyale I have an Ipad pro m1 and a tab s8 ultra. Ever since I got my tab s8 ultra. My iPad has been collecting dust in a closet.
i just purchase one as gift. and the reviews were amazing. can't wait to see what my brother thinks
What I really hope is that software developers start taking more serious the tablet ecosystem. It’s undeniable that Android tablets are still catching up with Apple’s iPad and spec wise Samsung is doing great, but there is always that issue with the software. Things are looking good, so who knows.
Honestly am thinking if apple is paying the ios only apps to just keep on developing exclusively for apple.
@@ronjosolis4413I think it’s just the lack of consumer interest in android tablets. The first few iterations of android tablets killed off any potential of them seriously competing with Apple in that space. Not saying the hardware is bad, because they are very nice and some feel just as premium as iPads, but the software has really hampered any success that it may have seen.
If they have to catch up using a 1320$ ipad im not sure if the price is worth it
In my opinion the only reason why iPad is winning is only partially because of app support, but much more importantly because of the Apple branding. No matter what you say to some Apple users, they are either just satisfied, too ignorant/scared to use anything else, or just downright illogical about some things in Android being objectively better. And I say this as someone who has used both iOS/Mac and Android. I switched to the Apple ecosystem a few years ago, but for a tablet, I don't see any good reasons, personally for me of course, to use the latest iPad Pro over the Tab S9 Ultra. I have used the iPad Pro before, and I don't think that my tablet has to remain in the Apple ecosystem. Syncing notes is just about the only thing I would miss. Facetime, iMessage? I believe there are workarounds, and I don't want to text on a tablet anyway. However, iMessage does remain appealing. But this tablet is superior in most ways to the iPad. From writing, multitasking, hardware like expandable storage ability and the pen functionalities. I don't really think there is much to catch up on. I miss some of the flexibility of Android and I love what Samsung does on top of it. I am definitely considering picking this up.
Seriously - when are we going to get these gorgeous 120Hz OLED displays to double as HDMI-IN monitors?? I want it to be able to connect seamlessly to my laptop / Nintendo Switch/ PS5 wherever I go! Come on, that's why I have a phenomenal 14" OLED Tablet!
💯 FACTS! I've been waiting for that feature. That way you can HDMI Chromecast, Sling, etc etc
The Lenovo tab extreme does that jsuk
Something Lenovo did a while back with the Tab 13. Spot on comment!
I would love a feature like that.
You already can with these Samsung tablets. You've been able to for a few years now. It's included in the default OS.
These tablets are solid. I've been using the 7+ near daily for 2 years now without a protective case. There are few minor scratches, but it's holding up very well. Performance is still top notch, no burn in after 2 years, picture quality from the oled screen still amazing, 4 speakers work wonderfully. If you want an end game tablet, get one of these. The price is high, but my 1,000$ 7+ looks like it can go another 2 years no problem.
Completely agree with you, absolutely no need for a new one except...bigger screen
Yes yes do not upgrade regularly, use them as long as they last. Im still using my 2017 ipad , will upgrade to android tab.
I'm in exactly the same situation and agree
I have the 7+ too, and I couldn't have described the experience any better than you have. It's fantastic!
Same here
Just purchased the S 6 lite tab I'm enjoying it.
I think I'll use this more as a laptop replacement than phone 🤔 For a web developer, I think this will be great. From low-code platforms to photo editing, Samsung Dex is just unbeatable. But still, this is close to the price of a more powerful laptop you could use for Dev purposes so... It's still second choice in my books.
The one thing I would add that would make it way more useful to those that may not have a use for tablets now is target display mode. Imagine, being able to hook this up as a camera monitor for video production, direct connection to Mac or pc, no software needed, or even just hooking up a switch to this for a bigger display. One of the nicest large portable displays, plus it’s an extremely powerful tablet in its own right with durability? It would become a monster hit among professionals
if you want to turn it into a windows monitor you can already do it with smart view, although you need to access the developer options
ya like a sony phone
I 100% Agree I mainly use my Tab S8+ with my DJI Raveneye so it's a wireless display for my camera. Even on my Instagram(same name), I have a picture of this.
Well there is a solution for that although it's not really software free. There is an app called SuperDisplay which I've been using with my TabS7+ and it's working great. It even supports sPen inputs. You connect your tablet using the usb cable so there is no lag (wireless option also available). Great if you're somewhere on the move and need a little bit extra screen space. But these new massive tablets are proper second dispays considering their size.
you can use smart view to use it as a second display :)
To answer the title of the video, yes. This tablet is absolutely spectacular and very (and more) functional, you just have to get used to stopping the addiction and the constant reference to the iPad. And I recently changed the entire Apple ecosystem to Samsung's and I can confirm that the experience is just as extraordinary if not more, especially when you have other Samsung devices at home because the ecosystem is growing. In addition, with the Samsung ecosystem, you enter the Samsung/Google/Microsoft ecosystem and therefore benefit from the strengths of each, which is a clear advantage.
Totally agree. I had the same experience and am not going back to Apple.
I literally just swapped my ecosystem to the samsung one from apple with an S23, Tab S9 Ultra and a watch 6. People don't seem to realise how good Samsungs ecosystem is and that's partially samsungs fault for terrible marketing on that aspect of it.
Same, love my S9 Ultra. The ability to use a monitor and sleep my tab is a win for me
Loved Samsung but my android phone and tablet never communicated. I just switched back to apple (unfortunately and already miss my android) but my texts weren’t working with iPhone. Out of the blue my texts to iPhones would send however never would be received on apple devices. Group chats wouldn’t work and I wouldn’t receive any messages. Became too much to deal with and had to leave Samsung. Called my phone provider, Samsung and apple and no one knew the cause or a fix
Samsungs ecosystem actually interacts with all the other ones, that gives it a massive w over apple to me. Getting stuck to a single company seems like a nightmare.
Had one for a week now. Love it.
As someone who uses his tablet for drawing, i am kind of jealous of the ipad having great apps for drawing and on top of that they got if i remember correctly better video editing apps too. Specs sometimes isn't all what we want cause however you look at it, if you only plan to use a tablet for media consumption you could do that with far cheaper tablets. I wish samsung would work with app developers and make their own exclusive professional apps just so they can finally move forward, i use a tab s6 lite for 2 years so that's how i have felt with samsung tablets so far.
Same dilemma, Ive been thinking on buying tablet, Samsung has the better specs but iPad seems to have better softwares
I love inductive wireless charging pads that have pins sticking out at the top that you need to align to the pins of the bottom of the device. Best kind of inductive wireless charging by far.
It's a new conductive wired form of inductive wireless charging 😂
its better than sticking your pen your tablets port and wait it to charge awkwardly
@@drinkwoter You do realise we're talking about the Anker power bank with the pogo pins, right? The stylus doesn't have exposed contacts for charging
Yeah, that's a mistake on his part. But, I'll give him a pass since he's normally really good and accurate. But this type of charging is my preference since it's doesn't waste energy. Take the iPhone for example, with MagSafe. That could easily translate into using pins for connection with magnets doing the job of proper alignment and position. The downside to exposed connectors is that over time they will get dirty or contaminated and not work, where the inductive charing will never fail unless internal chips fail.
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As a person who tends to use devices to their max potential, I really appreciate Samsung one-upping the competition in specs. I'd prefer to pay the extra $100 so I don't end up having my tablet crash on set, or not having a micro SD slot when I need. Plus, I just like Samsung, which does help.
Looking at the Samsung and Apple website right now the 256 GB version of the Tab S9 Ultra and 12.9" iPad Pro are both $1200. The Samsung gets cheaper as you increase storage: $1620 for 1TB Samsung and $1800 for 1TB Apple. The difference in Germany is crazy as Apple completely overprices their products in Europe right now: 256 GB: 1340€ S9 Ultra 1560€ iPad Pro 1 TB: 1460€ S9 Ultra 2330€ iPad Pro
add freedom of android to it . you can literally do whatever tf you want with your android device.. modded apps, modded games, root phone, custom roms, themes, third party launchers, third party app stores, etc..
@@aaaaaa-hh8cqexactly been saying this iPhone users all my life😂
@@chrisgzm8265 The vast majority of people don't care about any of that. And for good reason. It's just not useful for most people's daily life. Different priorities is all.
@@Jerome-mc7ijcan you guys stop with the forced conversions
For someone who loves drawing this is amazing! It's like walking around with all your art stuff in one hand. And the size, it's so nice to draw without zooming in and out. I use this for nothing else but for me that's what I have been asking for since the first ever tablets came out. And I wouldn't say no to 15 inches next time
Very good presentation, thank you
As far as Photoshop/Photo Editing goes, one of the GREATEST features of my Tab S8 Ultra that no one talks about is the 'Second Screen' feature. SuperDisplay a $10 app works really great. The Tab S8 Ultra has basically replaced my Wacom Cintiq as my main Photoshop editing device. It's higher resolution, wireless, lighter, portable, and the S-Pen might be even better... Samsung's built-in 'Second Screen' works OK, but it used to work much better than it does now, I don't know what happened, but hopefully they will update it to work as good as SuperDisplay does. Plus, your files stay resident on your workstation and you don't have to copy files back and forth. I find that SuperDisplay works exactly the same wired or over WiFi. If there's a difference, I don't see any. As I mentioned, it's SO much better than Samsung's Second Screen. It's pretty crazy to me that Samsung definitely knows how much of a superior product SuperDisplay is and they could easily license the technology (like they do Wacom's EMR) or even purchase the company without even batting an eye, instead they ship a vastly inferior piece of software... Plus, the device is awesome all on its own... Literally blown away by how great it is! The S-Pen is fantastic and FREE in the box. You don't need to add a paper-like screen protector ($40) in addition to the $130 you'll pay extra for the Apple Pencil... I'm a 30+ year Professional Graphic Artist. When some say that there aren't Professional Visual Arts apps on android it's just really incorrect, because I use them everyday. Autodesk Sketchbook, Infinite Painter, Concepts, Krita are just a few of the apps available on the Google Play store... There are many more... Are there a few apps available on iPad that aren't on the Play store? Yes, of course, but a good carpenter never blames his tools, and with expertise and talent you can do anything and everything on android apps that you can do on iOS apps - NO DOUBT. If you're already entrenched in the Apple 'eco-system'... Then pay the extra $500 to $1500... Unfortunately, Samsung's trade-in's aren't great this year... Two years ago I got the 8GB RAM/256GB SSD Tab S7 Plus in Mystic Navy it was $356 from Samsung with a Tab S4 Trade-In I got off ebay for $175, they gave me $400 trade-in credit, so my total cost from Samsung for the Tab S7 Plus was $531. I had zero intention of upgrading. Samsung then offered me more than I paid for the S7+ in trade, for a 16GB/512GB Ultra. They also gave me $200 credit towards accesories. It was kinda of a no-brainer, plus the 4-year OS updates and 5-years of security updates for $517.59. I absolutely love the Ultra, and have no intention of upgrading, especially since Samsung will only give me $650 for the trade-in of my Ultra and the total cost will be $750 for the 16GB/1TB version... Maybe next time, Sammy...
Great insightful analysis. Thank you
I’m a 30+ year graphic artist as well. The issue with switching is Procreate. It is as deeply-rooted in artists’ workflows on the iPad Pro as Photoshop is on a desktop computer. There are things about Procreate that other apps cannot replicate and it’s the reason we stick with iOS. Procreate is more customizable. It’s whole experience is “smoother”. It has nothing to do with the hardware that Samsung offers. Until that app comes to Android, artists just aren’t going to switch. I’ve tried Sketchbook, Krita, Infinite Painter and Mediabang and while nice, they’re just missing certain things that make Procreate better. And those things they are missing can be as simple as not being able to assign a certain feature to a gesture.
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Thanks for the info 🫡
I did not know that the Galaxy Tab had a secondary display feature. But hearing that the inbuilt is bad and to get something good you have to pay $10 it is a bit of a turnoff. I have a MacBook Air and and iPad Pro myself, and probably my 2 most used features are the keyboard and mouse sharing and the feature where I use my iPad as a second display for my Mac. It is very convenient that with no setup at all except for being logged into the same Apple ID, I can just go and enable the second display feature in the top right menu with no problems. I do not care for paperlike though and I never understood why people do. I think it is something akin to a group mentality, where people feel it is necessary just because everybody does the same. But the expensive pen you have to buy is a smack in the face. I think it is really nice that Samsung includes it in the box. However it is a bit dumb that they seem to have removed the charging brick while apple still has not. Though I am very interested in the Samsung tablets, I have no intention to swap just because of how convenient it is here in the ecosystem. I own android phone and windows desktop. So I do have experience using a lot of different os at the same time, but the user experience I feel on apple is just on another level. If I was rich I would have fun swapping between Samsung and apple and all the big choices. But since I am not I have to choose the one I think I will most enjoy, since I am going to be using them for years upon years until they break, before I swap them again.
Honestly, I've been using my S8+ for the last year now as a working computer. I have all my office stuff on a Nextcloud installation and can even edit all my videos on the tablet SO well it's really spectacular. The biggest benefit for me is, that when I am on my Laptop, I can add it as a 2nd screen, and the touch functionality is fully supported if you have to retouch some photos in affinity for example. Working as I want... The S9 I want to get for my whole team instead of laptops - IF we manage to start our business this year :)
How are you going to get your whole team $1200 tablets with a business you havent' even start yet? Even with a brand new business; that is a high price.
Cheaper than most enterprise level laptops, also whole team could mean 2 people. Good luck with the business friend!
@@SourStrawberrys The S9 he is talking it cost 800$, still for that price depending on the job requirements, he can get some good laptops for workers
@@SuperNacho2011 Maybe team already has their personal laptops which they don't mind using for work
@@SourStrawberrys no it's not. People can work from wherever they want. I don't have to deal with network infrastructure, Windows updates or any harmful malware. That saves me an extra IT guy. PLUS they need much less power than a standard laptop, so I am also saving on the power bill. How do I pay for them? Investors :)
I bought the tab 8 ultra after watching your video last year, and I'm still happy with it. But this video is tempting me hahaha
I bought mine today! Best Buy had it marked down plus a storage upgrade, too. The icing on the cake was the $100 gift card at checkout! 😄😄😏
Got the Tab S7+ about a year ago and it's been really fun to use. I use it almost exclusively in Dex mode though with the track pad keyboard attached. From the S7+ I don't feel a need to upgrade any time soon. It's still going strong and can run all the games I wanna play. The only annoyance is the keyboard seems to have some delay and I have to type a little slower so it can keep up
yeach I sold my s8 and bought s7+. Performance was a little bit better or s8, but superamoled, constant 120hz in s7+ (not adaptive like in s8) and more working space for less money makes s7+ very solid tablet on the market.
Then there's people saying Android Tablet do not have longevity, S7 is a 3+ year old tablet that's going very strong for most people
Yeah i got samsung Tab s7+ day one, and its still my daily driver for work and social media consumption. Too good. Probably wont upgrade till s10 maybe or after that one
Using s8 ultra for study, better than anything i have ever used. Multitasking is incredibly easy. The tables in colleges might be too small for laptops sometimes, so i can just write on a big screen if I want to. It's honestly an amazing tablet
The ultra is bigger than 13.3 inch standard laptops so how’s the tables not to small for that?
@@toptiertech7291 Poorly designed tables (which are too small for most laptops, just enough for a small notebook) or no tables at all at sometimes
@@toptiertech7291 OP probably means that since laptops also have a non-removable keyboard, they take up more space than the S8 Ultra, the latter of which can be used effectively for multitasking both on Samsung DeX and regular One UI Android.
@@toptiertech7291 I think he means in his lap or where ever, but I see both sides of the argument. IMO a 13.3 inch laptop can be a bit too small sometimes
@@toptiertech7291 Tablet is smaller still despite the screen size. Whether you stand it up or lay it flat it's smaller than a laptop unless you attach a keyboard
Thanks for the review. I just ordered the Tab S9 Ultra and S23 Ultra for a little over $700 after trade-ins.
I just went out and bought this for my mom this afternoon. She absolutely loves it.
I personally love seeing new tech like this because the day that we all walk around at work with tablets like this just seem like such a cool thing
I have the S7+ and I LOVE THIS TABLET! I only have the book cover on it and I dropped it more times than I would like, but let me tell you... this thing is STRONG. Not even a scratch, bump, or dent anywhere. It looks good, works hard and strong, and checks every single box I would like in a tablet. I never bought many samsung products, but this one I would buy again in a heartbeat.
I have the S7+ too and love it, but for my use of a tablet (movies, youtube and browser) I always wanted the S8 Ultra, but it was too expensive, I could not pull the trigger. The same will be the case for the S9 Ultra. I might splurge and get it if they got rid of the cameras at the back. Nobody takes pictures with tablets, the double camera lenses just make a tablet worse.
I've found myself using dex mode more and more and more.
@EspenX lol this doesnt make any sense
something I've been loving recently is the shock everyone has at work when I take out my S7+ (I play Genshin Impact during my breaks lol). They're always shocked by how massive the thing is. It does show the main issue with high end Android tablets though: other than tech enthusiasts, no one knows they exist, while everyone knows about iPads
@@EspenXthe cameras are mostly there for document scanning and video calls
Nice video … where you get those wallpapers?
I remember buying the Galaxy Tab E years ago and thought "this is too big" featured 9.6" display and while It's specs weren't anything It was still nice to watch youtube or do small things. I think my nephews have it and It works perfectly still.
YES!!!! I've been waiting on your video! I just purchased the S9 Ultra as my first android tablet after using ipads for years. I'm very impressed with the S9 Ultra. I can't put this big beast down. Battery life and the beautiful screen are so impressive.
Same😊
No you didn’t. 🛑 the 🧢
@@SilverJoystix huh? I have no stake in Apple or Samsung. A great device is just a great device. be well
I know it's not a fair comparison, but switching over from an iPad 4th gen to an S7+ 2 years ago was pretty much life-changing. Holy crap, these tablets are impressive
@@plazasta I agree! I also have the z fold 4 which is good but I have a few gripes. LOL I'm still sticking with my apple watch ultra and iPhone - especially since most of my family are in the apple ecosystem. I plan to get the iPhone 15 pro max too - but I gotta give the tablet points to Samsung. They knocked it out of the park!
Really neat review! I honestly love the lack of background music in a review like this, it doesn't feel like an ad, more so just a friend showing me his cool new tablet! And yeah this is a really cool tablet! Marques's video really are always just so refreshing in such a saturated space like product reviews!
yes i agree
fr LTT reviews constantly have music in the background that’s super annoying
@@petitkruger2175 Yeah i feel like it's not only LTT also like Mrwhostheboss... like it just feels too attention-grabbing and money focused, like I'm supposed to watch for the max amount of time, whereas here, it's just the facts being the content!
like ur reviews great jop thanks man
I can definitely see this being more useful for photographers over the iPad. The fact you can use the same software and expand the storage to another tb and you don’t have to pay extra for the pen just makes it seem more useful for photography then the iPad to me. Or I guess I should say it seems like better value.
Don't forget it has the best display on the market.
This is why I come to this channel. You are amazing at breaking tech down and giving us things to think about. And you do it in a way that captures our attention. Keep up the great work.
I'm a Tab S8+ user and can say only good things about that little machine. Very, very happy with the overall experience and performance. Samsung ❤
I'm an procreate artist that uses the ipad for drawing and i can tell you that idk just to watch youtube videos i wouldn't buy a tablet but to each what they desire.
S7 still snappy af today not issues
@@iAmNothingnessit all comes down to price. Its good to have a laeger screen for watching anything, Or reading Books/Manga. Or having a second screen with stuff open alongside like tutorials etc since most things are on web. I just got a mi pad 6 last month for ~300$ and I'm happy with the purchase. Everything except for the battery life but that maybe xiaomi's fault. I can always flash a rom once available since its not my primary device.
Got one (the 1TB / 16GB RAM model) and it's a gorgeous and powerful device, and it's so versatile too. I love it
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I may have to look into that for photoshop and video editing on the go. Can It run Davinci Resolve?
Imo, this is the ultimate machine for college. Especially with that slim add on keyboard. The pen is perfect for taking notes during classes like maths and the keyboard for all the other "basic" office stuff. I'd definitely buy it over a laptop if I had the money for it rn.. As an engineering student I never really liked using a laptop in class bc you can't really easily make notes in math or do drawings very well. This just hits all the right spots for me
check out the surface pro 9 for a windows tablet
Yeah, it would be the perfect machine, though some might argue that the Surface Pro line would the best machines to get for college/university given that it can run Windows and all of the software that one might use throughout the 3 to 4 years. But otherwise, I do thing that having a tablet like this plus a laptop is the best combo as you’d rarely be asked to used specialised software while in a lecture.
Ever considered a two-in-one or 360 device? Also as an engineering student, I'm happy with my HP x360. I mean it comes with a stylus and keyboard. It literally IS a window laptop and I believe a window system on hand will make your engineering life easier compared to Android/IpadOS ect.
depending on how low you are on money, you could get a 'drawing tablet' (to connect to your laptop) and use it to draw the maths
I dont know if the tab s9 series able to render 3D model or any technical drawing or running software like autocad. I'd prefer 2in1 windows just to be safe..
For me as a student (computer science) it would be a no-brainer if it could run all the software I need. I would love a device I can take notes with AND get some coding done, especially driver support would be a big one... kinda like an iPad running MAC OS. If Samsung DEX supported Linux programs (it could technically) it would change my mind and i will get it. :) (i know u can use a Linux terminal to install some stuff, but it's not seamless enough to get work efficiently in my field)
I have Fedora 36 (Arm) running on my non-rooted Pixel 6 Pro. I'm fairly certain that with a little time and effort you can run Linux just fine on a Samsung tablet. Add a BT keyboard and mouse, and you'll be scripting in Python within minutes.
Exactly. I have the S8 ultra tab, and the only thing that would make it better for me would be if they let me dualboot linux or windows, or something to that effect.
why not use it as a terminal to ssh into a linux vm or VPS? :)
Can have a remote connection to a PC at home. Or a cloud one, like running in AWS or something.
Where did you get that wallpaper? It's really nice.
Love Anker products glad to know they sponsor content like yours
I've been using a S8 Ultra the last year and loved every minute working with it. I use this for my actual day job and it handles everything I throw at it. I was up and until the first z fold came out (and I had that one too) an Apple fanboy but since Apple is not innovating anymore I have ditch al of my Apple gear and replaced it with Samsung's offering and I don't regret it for one minute. From the innovative side they smashed Apple a couple of years back now.
Apple isn't innovating? You must've been sleeping under a rock.
@@mich977fwell, it isn't or is very slow. Yes, I don't want a VR Headset. If I use a headset for > 30 mins, my neck starts hurting. That's a real issue and Apple didn't talk about it.
@@BeyondtheBoringLab I don't want a VR headset either, but have you heard about Apple Silicon? That's definitely innovating, disconnecting from 3rd party parts and gaining hugely from it.
@@mich977fbro no innovative It's the truth, same fkn design for 10 years, same os - locked down and can't do do simplest things, but yeah all your M1 M2 M3 M4 brings the innovative for sure lol what's the need if you can't even utilize it properly
lol! ok buddy you're not a samsung fan boy
There is a developer option only in Samsung devices that lets you convert any Samsung phone or tablet into a secondary monitor so I think it will be a good second display for those who want a tablet and second display in one package. (The developer option is hidden and it works like the second display not like the Samsung dex, you can use your pc stuff in there)
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I think this is feature in every android device
@@whyiseverysinglehandletaken2 checks out it isn't actually. Seems only available on Samsung as it isn't available on normal developer option
@@AAKEngine I remember that I used to be able to do this on my pixel, I checked now tho and looks like they got rid of it
It's actually Microsoft and samsung partnership feature.
a great review as always, a shame you don't do an S9+ review as i feel when my plus arrives I'm probably gonna be missing things which are only on the s-S9 Ultra
I love your review. I do think Microsoft takes pen support seriously with their Surface Slim Pen 2.
I love my Galaxy Tab S7+, even a bit more than the samsung phone lines. It is such a powerhouse of utility. The multiscreen function is amazing (helped so much when doing papers, taking notes during Zooms etc.), and I've definitely gone into DeX mode in a pinch when I didn't have access to my laptop. That tablet literally carried me through a degree, professional work, and more. And it was so cheap when I got it on Amazon at the time (like, 499 or something!). I am considering hopping on the Apple phone train, just because of how they are throttling communication between Apple & android devices ... but the one thing scaring me away from Apple is how Samsungs Tablets have become the center of my virtual life. I could care less about the phone compared to my tablet.
I've also been using the S7+ for my bachelors, and as a chemistry student drawing structures and stuff its so nice... I read my books there and its just nice
I finally broke my s7+ two days ago.. Accidentally stepped on it. Such a nice tablet. I used it primarily for entertainment but also for class work on occasion when needed.
@@whitewolf3601what app do you use for notetaking? I've been using Samsung notes for a year and I hate that I can't view the notes on a different non-samsung device
I just keep everything in the samsung eco system. I just don't want to be trapped in Apple again. I don't enjoy it. For people who are used to only doing everything on Apple, they're good with that but for me it's too restricting. Id rather have A samsung phone, tablet and computer/laptop than not.
@@1CoLoRz2 “accidentally stepped on it” new fear unlocked💀
I have bought the tab s7+ a long time ago (it feels like) and upgraded to the tab s9 ultra. I can say with full confidence that it was the right choice considering if your already in the Samsung ecosystem. The bigger and more power chip in the s9 ultra is worth the money.
I'm getting mine today. So excited as my current laptop is 12yrs old and takes a good 20mins to load lol
Wow I never realized you had Spanish subtitles and audio as well! Smart move!
3:17 That was the smoothest transition to sponsored segment ever😂
In Brazil it is shipped with charger, S pen and keyboard case in the box. It is also true to S9 and S9 plus. All S9 line comes with these three extras in the box.
I am more impressed by anker charger at 3:58 than tablet itself lol
Marques, you are on the right track I have the S8 Ultra and it freed me from my macbook. And my desktop. And from my phone. The S8 Ultra was the first usable tablet in my life after many iPads. Its just a fantastic device. I bought one for my wife and she said she didnt want one. Now she uses mine all the time. An iPad cant touch these! The word will get out...
You know it's good when Marques makes a Samsung video
I’m also still using the 12mini. I had a 5C back in the day and then had flagship google phones- nexus, pixel, pixel2xl, etc. and my primary reason for coming back into iOS “in the pocket” (meaning as my personal computer) is that much of my music creation apps are available and the people I interact with the most use iOS so it can really streamline certain kinds of digital communication and sharing. I’m still pretty heavily into the G ecosystem with smarthome stuff and android boxes but yeah, small phones are great, but would be better if they had things like Dex.
I have an iPad pro. Till a few weeks ago I've exclusively used iPads. I tried out the Galaxy S7FE to see if I liked it... Wow... I love it, so I just traded it in on an S9 Ultra, which is slated to arrive this week. Put simply Dex is a game changer. I'll probably phase out my MacBook also, in favor the S9 Ultra with a book case cover with the keyboard and mouse. Less to carry & as powerful for what I do. I'm a web designer and I can do everything on the tablet that I could do on the MacBook.
So good at tech reviews I didn’t even realise it was an add until, you said Thankyou for sponsoring the video 😅😂😂😂 4:08
I just got the Tab S9 Ultra and its super awesome in every aspect , from display to storage to speakers , 5G and water resistant .This thing is nice, sleek and powerful . I absolutely love it...
How is the 5G awesome and it’s a WiFi only device? 😂😂
@toptiertech7291 i was gonna say the same thing lol
@toptiertech7291 no there's a 5g version aswell available on the Samsung website
@@toptiertech7291and a few country exist the 5g version
@@toptiertech7291All S9 tabs have 5G option
I've played with tab s9 ultra at best buy, it feels unreal, slim and light, To be honest, the display is the nicest I've seen on any tablet or laptop, I do however use s23 ultra and z fold 3 as my daily and don't really feel the need of an android tablet right now, but man it's a fantastic tablet.
Yeah you use 2 phones . That's a lot of waste of money
@@bora3.14 one for work one for personal
@@bora3.14 Stop pocket watching and learn how to write a proper sentence.
@@bora3.14z fold 3 for tablet and productivity, s23 for daily use
@@bora3.14 If you do a lot of business then its best to have two phones family friends on one phone so contact list, notifications doesn't get cluttered. I just saw videos on people who just have closets full of shoes most not even worn once so not a waste if you use it.
I'm gonna get this as a treat to myself for my birthday next week, I have had and used my 175 dollar tablet for 4 years now pretty much every day for media consumption when I'm winding down for the day, this would enamazing!
took a bit longer than i would have wanted, but finally ordered it today, im incredibly exited to recieve it, i wanna say tho, ipad killer depends on the sperson, if you are primarily an apply user no this is not it, cause then you would get the ipad pro cause you are already in the ecosystem, but for non apple users like me this is a no brainer
As for the iphone mini, I actually really wanted it, but if I remember correctly - it came with less memory and that was why I went for a larger screen. At least when it comes to phones, I kind of like them on the smaller side. That being said this huge, yet thin tablet looks awesome!
Will be picking one of these up soon. Can't wait! The expandable storage is really appealing not to mention the big screen and amazing hardware specs.
dont the apps dont work on it they are not good
This would make a great 2nd monitor to a home PC setup that you can easily pick up and be on the go. I really like the dimensions of this.
There's a nifty little feature I noticed by chance. The top right of the tablet as well as bottom left and right have magnets to keep the S-pen in place. Doesn't charge there, but nice to keep the S-pen out of the way instead of loose on the table or having to reach behind the tablet when you need it.
Around 3:56, Marques smoothly jumps into an ad for Anker chargers during a video about Samsung tablets😂😂 Hats off my guy 💀
I had to do a double take
Great video. This doesn't dwell on the specs and what it does much because we already know those. It brings insight as to why these devices TRY to be an iPad killer, but again appeals to only a certain set of buyers.
6:45 more expensier but come with the keyboard and the S-pen.
Just bought one, just worried that it could be a bit too big for the relaxed couch useage
Some great points. I have the s8 ultra and find it amazing. I also use it as a second screen for my windows laptop when I'm out. I would highly recommend it. But only if you will use it. The IP rating is a good piece of mind if caught in the rain or a spilt drink.
I am an apple fan but I am definitely gonna order this I like it, I also like Samsung phones I have the s23 ultra and an iPhone 14 pro max both are great, one for work one for play
The bit at 7:30 is spot on. I believe that's a factor in why the 5G ultra isn't offered in the US. Regardless I would like to get one.
This thing is LIGHTYEARS ahead of the ipad if you're in graphic design.
I never cared for imessage and facetime. I'm definitely buying the Tab S9+. It is in-between the S9 and S9 Ultra, good princing, same feartures (except front facing ultrawide camera). A total win for me.
Same. I'm debating between the plus and the base one. The ultra is too big
The plus is the perfect size. I'll wait a year or so to find good deals on them. Costco regularly bundles them with the keyboard included
The plus is worth it!
there's one problem for me with Android tablet. Here's lack of full feature office apps compared to PC version. Right now maybe only Matepad which get full PC feature from WPS office (special edition)
imessage and facetime mean nothing to me, but the android way of doing apps for tablets is just crap. so i went ipad
I got the Tab S9 regular with the keyboard slim cover and this baby is sleek af. Looking forward to watching YT on it late into the night. Insane upgrade from the Tab A model that I got a few years ago.
What I used to do with my Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 until I broke it 😭. Both my computer and tablet are broken, but I'm conflicted on whether I should get a new computer to regain vast processing power and functions or get a new tablet for that juicy late night youtube and enhanced angry birds gameplay.