Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 will be available in the Philippines starting April 2013!

Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (SEPCO) recently announced that it will launch the world’s first eight-inch tablet in April 2013. The Galaxy Note 8.0 represents a new era of intelligent Note technology set to re-ignite the mid-size tablet category that Samsung established in 2010. More details after the jump.

Providing unrivalled multimedia performance within a compact one-hand-grip screen, the Galaxy Note 8.0 has the power and advanced technology to evolve the tablet experience and ensure that users achieve new levels of efficient multi-tasking while benefiting from superb voice call functionality.

Using an intelligent S Pen, users can now enjoy the ease of a traditional pen and paper but with the latest in notebook technological innovation, creating a sophisticated mobile experience that will enhance life on the go.

“Back in 2010 the launch of the first Samsung Galaxy Tab with seven-inch screen opened a new chapter in the mobile industry. Now almost three years later, Samsung continues to reinvent the sector to meet the demands of modern life,” said Coco Domingo, product marketing head for Samsung Mobile Phones.

“The Galaxy Note 8.0 breaths fresh life into the category as it delivers the perfect fusion of portability and everyday productivity — the result is a pioneering, pocket-sized solution that enhances and enriches our everyday lives, whether at work or play,” Domingo added.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Specifications (16GB WiFi+3G Version)
8-inch WXGA (1,280 x 800) TFT display (189ppi)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) with TouchWiz UX
1.6GHz quad-core Exynos 4 processor
2GB of RAM
16GB of internal storage
microSD support up 64GB
5MP autofocus camera
1080p@30fps Full HD video recording
1.3MP front camera
WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n / Wi-Fi Direct
AllShareCast / Bluetooth 4.0
GPS with A-GPS and GLONASS (3G Version)
HSPA+ 21 (850/900/1900/2100MHz)
microUSB v2.0 / 3.5mm audio jack
Li-Ion 4,600mAh battery
Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity
210.8 x 135.9 x 7.95mm (dimension)
338g (weight)
Price: Php23,990 (Official SRP)
Availability/ Release Date: Available in the Philippines starting April 2013

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