Section 2: Understanding Your Device

This section outlines key features of your device and describes the screen and the icons that appear when the device is in use. It also shows how to navigate through the device.

Features

10.1-inch WXGA TFT (PLS) LCD touch screen

AndroidTM 3.1, Honeycomb

Android MarketTM for access to over 200,000 Apps

Full HTML Web Browser with Adobe® Flash® Technology

Bluetooth® 2.1 Wireless technology. For more information, refer to “Bluetooth Settings” on page 129.

Built-in Wi-Fi technology (802.11 a/b/g/n)

3 Megapixel Camera/Camcorder with Flash, plus 2 Megapixel forward-facing Camera for Video Chat

Messaging Features:

Gmail

Email (corporate and personal)

Google Talk (Instant Messaging)

Photo Gallery that supports JPEG, PNG, GIF, WBMP, BMP, and AGIF formats

HD Video Player (720p)

Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, VC-1, XviD, WMV7/8, VP8, MP43

Format: 3GP (MP4), WMV (ASF), AVI

Music Player that supports WAV, MP3, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR, WMA, MID, FLAC, IMY, RTTTL/RTX, OTA, and Vorbis formats

1GB RAM memory and 16GB or 32GB on-board memory, which is used for data storage and access

Movie Hub

Music Studio

QuickOffice® for easy document viewing and editing

Social Hub

Note: This device does not support external memory cards.

Warning!: This device does not support some USB storage media devices. For more information, refer to “Galaxy Tab Accessories” on page 9.

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Samsung GT-P7510 user manual Understanding Your Device, Features, Built-in Wi-Fi technology 802.11 a/b/g/n

GT-P7510 specifications

The Samsung GT-P7510, also known as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, was unveiled in 2011 and emerged as one of the flagship devices in the Android tablet market. Boasting a sleek design and a variety of features, this tablet was designed to compete directly with Apple's iPad and aimed to provide users with a versatile and engaging experience.

One of the standout characteristics of the GT-P7510 is its large 10.1-inch display, which features a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The display utilizes PLS (Plane-to-Line Switching) technology, providing vibrant colors and wide viewing angles, making it an ideal choice for watching videos, playing games, or browsing the web. The tablet's lightweight design, weighing just around 580 grams, enhances portability, allowing users to easily carry it with them.

Performance-wise, the Samsung GT-P7510 is powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 processor, paired with NVIDIA’s Tegra 2 graphics chipset. This combination ensures smooth multitasking and provides a responsive user experience, whether running applications or handling demanding games. Accompanied by 1 GB of RAM, the tablet was designed to handle most tasks with ease.

In terms of storage, the GT-P7510 was offered in various configurations, including 16 GB and 32 GB options. The device also features a microSD card slot, enabling users to expand storage capacity up to 64 GB, which is particularly useful for storing large files such as movies and games.

On the software side, it ships with Android 3.1 Honeycomb, which was specifically optimized for tablets, presenting a user-friendly interface and enhanced multitasking capabilities. The Samsung TouchWiz overlay further customizes the experience, offering unique widgets and shortcuts.

For connectivity, the GT-P7510 includes Wi-Fi capabilities, with an optional 3G model available for those who require internet access on the go. The tablet also supports Bluetooth 2.1, allowing seamless connection to other devices, such as keyboards and headphones.

The Samsung GT-P7510 features a 3.2 MP rear camera, suitable for casual photography, along with a 2 MP front-facing camera designed for video calls. The tablet's multimedia functionality is enhanced through stereo speakers, which provide a better audio experience when watching videos or listening to music.

Overall, the Samsung GT-P7510 Galaxy Tab 10.1 represents a significant advancement in tablet technology during its release, combining a sleek design with powerful features, ensuring it captured the attention of tech enthusiasts and casual users alike.