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- Samsung released a new Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Tab S11 starting at $1,200 and $800, respectively.
- The new tablets feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, AMOLED displays with a refresh rate up to 120Hz, and RAM starting at 12GB.
- Samsung discontinued the Tab Plus model this year in favor of the standard 11-inch model.
After adopting a new brand of processors for its tablets last year, Samsung is now releasing its 2025 line of flagship Galaxy tablets, this time with the MediaTek Dimensity 9400. The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Tab S11
The redesigned S Pen now comes with all S11 Series tablets and has a cone-shaped tip that Samsung says supports steeper tilt angles. This makes it easier to create shading and angled strokes in a way that feels more natural on a user’s hand. The S Pen now features a hexagonal body, like a traditional pencil, which could help it feel more comfortable during long periods of use.
Also: I’ve tested dozens of tablets and this is the first Android model to truly replace my iPad Pro
The new S Pen supports Quick Tools and has a new Sticky Notes integration. So when you’re drawing or writing with the S Pen, you can pull up a floating toolbar to change pen styles, colors, or settings quickly, like the Apple Pencil Pro’s squeeze gesture does. If you need to write down a quick note, the Sticky Notes integration lets you create a note without leaving the page you’re working on.
starts at $1,200 for the 256GB storage option with 12GB of RAM, though you can get up to 16GB of RAM if you choose a higher storage model. The Tab S11 tablet