Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0
| File:Samsung Galaxy Tab new logo.png | |
| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
| Founded | March 1, 1938 in Su-dong, South Korea |
| Headquarters | Suwon , South Korea |
| Products | Tablets, smartphones, consumer electronics |
{{Infobox information appliance
| name = Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0
| logo = Samsung Galaxy Tab new logo.png
| image =
| caption =
| aka = SM-T350 (WiFi)
SM-P350 (WiFi with S-Pen)
SM-T355 (3G, 4G/LTE & WiFi)
SM-P355 (4G/LTE & WiFi with S-Pen)
SM-T380 (WiFi)
SM-T385 (2G, 3G, 4G/LTE & WiFi)
SM-T387 (4G/LTE & WiFi)
SM-P205 (4G/LTE & WiFi with S-Pen)
SM-T290 (WiFi)
SM-T295 (4G/LTE & WiFi)
SM-T297 (4G/LTE & WiFi)
| manufacturer = Samsung Electronics
| family = Galaxy Tab
Galaxy A
| type = Tablet
| releasedate = 1 May 2015
| lifespan =
| price =
| discontinued =
| unitsshipped =
| media =
| os =
- Original (Tab A 8.0): Android 5.0.2 "Lollipop" featuring TouchWiz Essence UX
- Original (Tab A 8.0 2017 Edition): Android 7.1.1 "Nougat" with Samsung Experience 8.5
- Original (Tab A 8.0 2018 Edition): Android 8.1 "Oreo" running Samsung Experience 9.5
- Original (Tab A 8.0 2019 Edition): Android 9 "Pie" paired with One UI 1.1
- Current (Tab A 8.0): Android 7.1.1 "Nougat" utilizing Samsung Experience 8.5
- Current (Tab A 8.0 2017 Edition): Android 9 "Pie" combined with One UI 1.0
- Current (Tab A 8.0 2018 Edition): Android 10 integrated with One UI 2.5
- Current (Tab A 8.0 2019 Edition): Android 11 featuring One UI 3.1
| power = 2015: Li-Ion battery with a capacity of 4,200 mAh
2017 & 2018: Li-Ion battery rated at 5000 mAh
2019: Li-Ion battery of 5100mAh
| soc = 2015: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 APQ8016
2017 & 2018: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 MSM8917[1]
2019: Qualcomm Snapdragon 429
| cpu = 2015: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53 at 1.2 GHz[2]
2017/2018: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53 clocked at 1.4 GHz Template:Fix/category[citation needed]
2019: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53 running at 2 GHz
| storage = Options of either 16 or 32 GB flash memory,
expandable via microSDXC card slot supporting up to 512 GB
| memory = For Wi-Fi models: either 1.5 GB or 2 GB RAM
For LTE variants: available in either 2 or 3 GB RAM
| display = 2015: Resolution of 1024x768 pixels (160 ppi),
8.0 in (20 cm) screen size,
TFT LCD panel
2017/2018/2019: Resolution increased to1280x800 pixels (188 ppi),
8.13 in (20.7 cm) diagonal,
TFT LCD[1]
| graphics = 2015: Equipped with Adreno 306 GPU
2017 & 2018: Uses Adreno 308 GPU
2019: Features Adreno 504 GPU Template:Fix/category[citation needed]
| sound = Integrated stereo speakers
| input = Capacitive multi-touch display, digital compass (magnetometer), proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, and accelerometer
| camera = Rear camera: 5.0 MP autofocus; supports1080p video recording at30 fps (only on models from2017 and2018), otherwise720p at30 fps; includes4x digital zoom
Front camera: 2 MP, capable of720p video capture at30 fps on the2017 and2018 editions,[1] also offers4x digital zoom
| connectivity = LTE Cat3 with download speeds up to100 Mbps and upload speeds up to50 Mbps on Hexa-Band frequencies800/850/900/1800/2100/2600 MHz (for LTE models)
HSDPA supporting42.2 Mbps download speed on LTE & Wi-Fi variants
HSUPA providing upload speeds up to5.76 Mbps on bands850/900/1900/2100 MHz for LTE & Wi-Fi models
EDGE/GPRS quad-band850/900/1800/1900 MHz available on LTE & Wi-Fi versions
Wireless networking via Wi-Fi standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac on both2.4 and5 GHz bands
Bluetooth versions include4.0 for the years2015 and2016, upgraded to4.2 for models from2017 through2019[1], HDMI output supported through external cable
| service =
| dimensions = Height: 208.3 mm (8.20 in)
Width: 137.9 mm (5.43 in)
Depth: 7.4 mm (0.29 in)
| weight = Wi-Fi version weighs 313 g (0.690 lb)
LTE variant weighs 317 g (0.699 lb)
| predecessor =
| successor = Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
| related = Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7
|}
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 is a tablet device running on the Android platform, developed and distributed by Samsung Electronics. It is part of Samsung’s mid-tier 'A' lineup, which also includes a larger model featuring a9.7-inch display. The tablet was unveiled in March 2015 and officially launched on May 1, 2015.[3] It is offered in configurations supporting Wi-Fi only or both Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity including4G/LTE options.
History
The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 was introduced alongside the larger Galaxy Tab A 9.7 in March 2015.
Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2015)
Launched with Android 5.0 Lollipop, the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (models SM-T350, SM-P350, SM-T355, and SM-P355) features Samsung’s customized interface through its TouchWiz software. Alongside the standard Google applications, it includes Samsung-specific apps such as S Planner, Smart Stay, Multi-Window, Group Play, All Share Play, Samsung Magazine, Professional pack, Multi-user mode, and SideSync 3.0.
This tablet is offered in both Wi-Fi-only and combined 4G/LTE & Wi-Fi versions. Storage options vary between 16 GB and 32 GB depending on the variant, with support for microSDXC cards expanding capacity up to 128 GB. The device sports an 8.0-inch TFT LCD display with a resolution of 1024x768 pixels and a pixel density of 160 ppi. It is equipped with a 2 MP front camera lacking flash and a rear-facing 5 MP autofocus camera also without flash.
Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)
In October 2017, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (models SM-T380 and SM-T385), which initially ran on Android 7.1 Nougat. This version supports upgrades to Android 8.1 Oreo and Android 9 Pie. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, it became available for purchase starting November 1, 2017.
Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2018)
August 2018 saw the announcement of the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (model SM-T387), featuring Android 8.1 Oreo with upgrade paths to Android 9 Pie and Android 10. Retaining the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset from its predecessor, this model was released on September 7, 2018.
Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019)
The March 2019 launch introduced the Galaxy Tab A with S-Pen (models SM-P200 for Wi-Fi only and SM-P205 for Wi-Fi and 4G/LTE), arriving a month later in April—marking four years since the original Galaxy Tab A with S Pen debuted in 2015. It runs on Android 9 Pie upgradeable to Android 11, powered by the Samsung Exynos 7904 processor, and includes the S Pen stylus.
In July of the same year, Samsung announced another Galaxy Tab A 8.0 model (SM-T290 and SM-T295), equipped with Android 9 Pie that can be upgraded to both Android 10 and Android 11. This variant utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 chipset and was released on July 5, 2019.
Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Kids (2019)
In October 2019, Samsung introduced a child-friendly variant named the "Tab A Kids." This model is fundamentally the same as the original tablet but includes a protective bumper case designed to enhance durability.
See also
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