A recent leak from Android Headlines suggests that Samsung will be limiting its Galaxy Tab S10 series to just two models: the Galaxy Tab S10+ and the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. This move marks the end of the 'vanilla' model that has been part of the series in previous years.
Design and Notch Details
A newly leaked promotional image gives a glimpse of the upcoming tablets, with the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra on the left and the Galaxy Tab S10+ on the right. The most obvious difference between the two is that the Ultra model has a notched display, a feature carried over from the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. The S10+ doesn't have that notch, making it easy to tell the two apart.
Design-wise, both tablets appear to closely mirror their predecessors, with Samsung opting not to make major changes. The decision to ditch the entry-level model and stick with a similar design could indicate that Samsung is focusing on improving existing features rather than introducing new ones.
Launch Timeline and Colors
The Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra are expected to launch in October and are available in color options like Silver and Graphite. While an exact release date has not yet been confirmed, the October timeline aligns with previous launches in the Galaxy Tab series.
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Charge and Power
Both tablets have been certified by China’s 3C, and it has been revealed that they will support 45W wired charging. This is consistent with the Galaxy Tab S9 series, so we don’t expect any improvement in charging speed. However, Samsung won’t be including a charger in the box, continuing a trend seen in recent years.
Under the hood, the Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra come with MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300+ SoC. This choice is notable because the Dimensity 9400 should be present when the tablet arrives. Despite this, Samsung has opted for a slightly older chipset, which may affect the overall performance and appeal of these devices.
Solution
Samsung’s decision to simplify the Galaxy Tab S10 series by offering just two models could reflect a strategy to simplify the range. With the S10+ and S10 Ultra looking very similar to their predecessors, the focus seems to be on offering a familiar experience with some subtle upgrades. As the launch date approaches, more details are likely to emerge that will provide more insight into what these tablets will offer.