Overview:  Samsung today unveiled the Galaxy Tab A ™, the latest addition to its enterprise-ready Galaxy tablet line. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A is designed to improve productivity and workflow efficiencies throughout the mobile enterprise. Fully equipped with the Samsung KNOX™ Security Platform* and Microsoft® Office® for Android Apps, the Tab A is built to enable mobile business productivity while securing sensitive information with defense-grade security for a variety of industries, including finance and healthcare.
Enterprise Features:  Productivity, Security and Performance
Equipped with features and applications for productivity and security, the Galaxy Tab A provides users with the performance needed for efficient and secure work.
Aimed to Improve Productivity and Efficiency
  • Microsoft Office for Android apps including Word, Excel, OneNote and PowerPoint to conveniently view, create and edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
  • OneDrive™ for business users who need additional storage. Included with the Tab A is 100 GB of storage complimentary for two years.
  • Full Suite of Accessories to manage “at the desk and on-the-go” usability.
  • Multi-Window functionality gives you the ability to open multiple apps and use two apps side-by-side. Business users can effortlessly reference information and write an e-mail at the same time.

Protected with Defense-Grade Security

  • Samsung KNOX 2.4 provides business users with customizable multi-layered device protection, separates corporate and personal data, complements and improves existing MDM infrastructure without adding complexity.

Geared for Business

  • Deploy purpose-built solutions with Samsung’s KNOX customization program to address individual business needs.
  • A 1.2 GHz Quad core processor provides powerful performance with Android Lollipop 5.0 delivering enhanced business features.
  • Videoconferencing with Autofocus Cameras enables business professionals to collaborate with one another using the 2MP front/5MP rear-facing camera.

Executive Quote:

“Samsung continues to develop powerful and innovative products designed to enhance the business user’s experience both in the office and on the go,” Eric McCarty, Vice President Mobile Product Marketing at Samsung Electronics America. “The strategy behind our new Tab A is consistent with this approach and enables businesses to enhance productivity while maintaining strong security standards. Professionals can access the resources they need to work anytime, anywhere.”

Availability:

The Galaxy Tab A is available for pre-order through Samsung’s reseller channel beginning today. Both the 8.0-inch Galaxy Tab A at $229.99 and the 9.7-inch version at $299.99 are offered in White, and Smoky Titanium. A 9.7-inch Galaxy Tab A version in Smoky Titanium with an S-Pen for $349.99 will be available starting May 17. For specs and additional product details, please visit www.samsung.com/us/business/mobility/tablets.
For a full list of local Samsung resellers and distributors call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ or visit www.samsung.com/business

About Samsung Business

As a global leader in enterprise mobility and information technology, Samsung Business provides a diverse portfolio of enterprise technologies from smartphones to wearables, tablets, digital displays, hospitality TVs, printers and medical diagnostic equipment. We are committed to putting the business customer at the core of everything we do by delivering comprehensive products, solutions and services across diverse industries including retail, healthcare, hospitality, education and government. Samsung Business is committed to helping customers realize the promise of a digital business. For more information, please visit samsung.com/business, call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ or follow Samsung Business via Twitter: @SamsungBizUSA.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies, redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical equipment, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions. We are also leading in the Internet of Things space through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. We employ 307,000 people across 84 countries with annual sales of US $196 billion. To discover more, please visit our official website at www.samsung.com and our official blog at global.samsungtomorrow.com.

 

*KNOX Security Platform is included. Premium features are available for additional charge. KNOX Customization has its own pricing models.
KNOX is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security and is specifically configured with enterprise use in mind. For information about Samsung’s Knox device, please refer to www.samsung.com/us/knox.