Tablets have showcased their flexibility recently as many people navigate between marathon video streaming sessions and video calls with the family and office. With more people working from home, devices such as the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite make a meaningful difference. Moving between rooms is also effortless as the device becomes the perfect middle-ground for content consumption and communication. And with the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite – a whole lot more.

“We understand how life has evolved as our work becomes more flexible and blends with time spent at home. Consumers need a versatile device that can integrate seamlessly into their everyday lifestyle, wherever they are,” said Justin Hume, Director: Intergrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa. “The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite and the new S Pen are packed with the latest technology to help people stay organised, multitask and capture ideas effortlessly, allowing them to spend time on what matters most to them.”

Create More and Stress Less With the Redesigned S Pen

Whether you are using your tablet for work, study, or just during downtime at home, the updated S Pen is the perfect notetaking and multitasking assistant. Thse new S Pen has a refreshed design that makes it as practical and comfortable to use as a traditional pen. Weighing only 7.03g, the S Pen is light and easy-to-use, and its improved pen latency and 0.7mm pen tip deliver greater precision for notetaking and drawing. When you’re finished capturing your ideas, the S Pen snaps magnetically onto the right side of the tablet, or to the Book Cover included in the box (LTE model only), making it easy to use without the concern of misplacing it. The S Pen on the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is also battery-free, so you never have to worry about losing charge when using your S Pen.

Using the S Pen and Samsung Notes, you can transform handwritten notes into typed text instantly.1 Categorise and search your notes with ease through tags, highlight important passages and enlarge the content on the notes with the 300% zoom feature. All your notes can be easily exported as a PDF, JPEG image, text file or Microsoft Word document.

The Galaxy Experience at Home

Put the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at the heart of your home to stay productive and organised. You can take calls and send and receive text messages through your Samsung account on your tablet, even when your smartphone is out of reach or in another room, or stay connected with friends and colleagues using Google Duo video calls on Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.7 Use the improved Daily Board display to control music, view your calendar, check the weather and write quick memos and reminders. The new Bixby features and capabilities such as Bixby Voice, Bixby Vision and Bixby Routines will also enhance your overall productivity and entertainment experiences.

Inspired Design That Won’t Weigh You Down

With a 10.4-inch screen and narrow bezels, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite benefits from a wide and immersive display. Equipped with the latest version of One UI, optimised for the larger tablet screen, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has a more intuitive visual interface and simplified navigation tools, making switching between multiple applications smooth and effortless so that you can focus on the task at hand.

Available in three beautiful colours,2 Oxford Gray, Angora Blue and Chiffon Pink, with a matching S Pen and book cover included, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a stylish accessory as well as a powerful productivity device.

Enhanced Entertainment Features

The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is packed with clever, helpful and entertaining features that make listening to music, streaming content, shopping online or connecting with friends easier and more enjoyable. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite includes dual speakers with sound by AKG and Dolby Atmos 3D surround sound for outstanding immersive audio, so whether you’re watching a YouTube video, streaming your favourite show or listening to a great playlist, you’ll experience premium quality sound. Samsung has partnered with YouTube and Spotify so you can get even more out of your favourite apps on the Galaxy range. Galaxy Tab S6 Lite users can enjoy ad-free YouTube videos, the ability to download and watch videos offline and free access to YouTube Music and YouTube Kids with YouTube Premium for 4 months.3 Spotify seamlessly integrates into the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite’s user interface, so you can easily search for music and podcasts, or even set your favourite song as your alarm.4 The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite can also wirelessly connect to your home speaker5 setup, so you can play your favourite playlists from Spotify on another device or speaker around your home, all controlled by your tablet.

Ultimately, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a device that can be used by the entire family. With Samsung Kids,8 you can set daily playtime allowances, restrict access to certain apps and introduce your kids to the digital world safely with a range of exciting, colourful learning apps and games.

For more information about the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, visit news.samsung.com/za  and samsung.com/za/mobile .

Product Specifications

* All features may differ by market and mobile operator.
**All specifications and descriptions provided herein may be different from the actual specifications and descriptions of the product. Samsung reserves the right to make changes to this web page and the contents herein, including without limitation, functionality, features, specifications, GUI, images, videos, benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, capabilities, and any other product information, without notice.

1 Text export function supported on Samsung Notes app, feature availability may vary by language.
2 Availability of colours may vary by market.
3 YouTube Premium is only available in select markets. Only new subscribers to YouTube Premium are eligible for this offer.
4 Devices should be registered with Spotify Connect at the first use.
5 The speakers need to support Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection.
6 Call and text on other devices availability varies by country and service provider.
7 Google Duo supports video calling with up to twelve other users.
8 The availability of Samsung Kids may vary by country, device, and features. Please refer to more information at the website, https://www.samsung.com/kids.
9 Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
10 Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 7,040 mAh.
11 These accessories are available to purchase separately.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 19 December 2018 – The festive season is the one time of the year when we can all give ourselves a pass for indulging in a little more than usual. However, for those who are a little curious as to how all those holiday meals add up, Samsung’s Bixby has a surprising and altogether useful feature. Bixby Vision, which utilises the camera on the Galaxy S9, S9+ and Note9, includes Calorie Estimator. By simply pointing your camera at your food, Bixby Vision will generate real-time information on the calorie count as well as useful recipes.

“Bixby Vision is at the forefront of AI technology. The current applications and the many more to come create solutions that surpass what many thought possible. As a human centred company, we’re inspired by the countless ways Bixby Vision makes life easier, “says Cambridge Mokanyane, Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung South Africa.

Beyond simple calorie counting, Bixby Vision also syncs to the Samsung Health app so you can keep track of what you’ve consumed and compare it with your burn rate at the gym. Ultimately, Bixby Vision frees you to focus on what matters most. It learns what you like to do and works with your favourite apps and services to help you get more done. As a personal assistant Bixby is a real showcase of the power of AI. It adapts to your needs by learning your routine, the apps you like to use and even remembers what you’ve already asked for and how, so it becomes more helpful over time.

Bixby Vision is everything you never knew you wanted. It can help you shop smarter, test make-up through a virtual makeover, read a new language or get information on a landmark that grabbed your attention. With further functions such as QR code, Image Mode and Book Mode, Bixby Vision shows that there’s more around you than more than meets the eye. As you go about your daily life, this intelligent assistant expands the scope of your smartphone’s camera, allowing you to see your world in amazing new ways.

Some of  life’s best moments happen in a split second – the look on your partner’s face when you finally work up the nerve to pop the question; the craziest football goal the world has ever seen; or your child’s first steps. And sometimes you’ve only got a split second to capture it. The new Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ comes equipped with Super Slow-mo, which captures what your eyes  can’t and makes everyday moments epic.

See clearly, now

You can’t always control the lighting, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting the perfect shot. The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ camera features a Dual Aperture lens that works like the human eye to automatically let in more light – for stunning photos in bright daylight and super low light. The expandable memory on the Samsung Galaxy S9 means that you can insert  a microSD card for up to 400GB of extra space, letting you keep those vibrant memories alive.

Get in the frame

It also doesn’t matter what shot you’re going for – get yourself in the frame even if you’re in the pool. Superlative water-resistance (30 mins for up to 1.5m depth) means you don’t have to worry about spilling that drink or splashing about – you’ll still be able to capture the perfect moment. When going on a business trip, arrangements can be  a last-minute affair – but with  a Samsung Galaxy S9 and Bixby Vision in your pocket, language and direction won’t be a problem. Point the camera at significant buildings or structures and it will identify them. It can translate signs into English, and help you read a food menu.

Now hear this

Of course, every great shot also needs a soundtrack. The AKG-tuned stereo speakers allow you to hear the action crisper and louder – with  pure sound that is 1.4x more powerful than previous Galaxy phones – and Dolby Atmos with three-dimensional sound which puts you at the centre of a theatre-like experience.

Source: GQ

But how exactly does Bixby work and how can you ensure that you’re getting the most out of it? Here are some common questions and answers to help you get better acquainted with the intuitive interface.

Q. How did Bixby get its name?

We decided to call our new interface Bixby because we found the name to be playful, smart and gender neutral; perfect for someone who is bold and in the know.

Q. How do I activate Bixby Voice?

You can activate Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby,” or by either pressing or holding its dedicated button (located under the volume controls of your compatible device) and dictating your request.¹

Q. Does Bixby get smarter the more I use it?

Yes, it does. Thanks to Bixby’s iterative deep learning technology, the more you use the interface, the smarter it gets.

For example, whenever you’re not satisfied with its response, Bixby will work with you to learn how to better serve your needs. Each time Bixby responds to a command, it presents you with the option to “Teach me” – to select a more appropriate response from a list of similar commands. The next time you make that request, Bixby will remember exactly what you wanted it to do.

Q. What can I do to make sure that Bixby Voice hears me clearly?

Bixby is optimized to detect voice commands when users are 15 to 20 centimeters (5.9 to 7.9 inches) away from their device. If you’re too close or too far, it can affect the voice recognition technology’s accuracy. For best results, speak clearly and at a volume comparable to normal conversation levels.

Q. Do I need to be in a quiet area in order for Bixby Voice to hear me?

Bixby works best in environments where your voice may be clearly heard. That being said, Bixby’s deep learning technology allows the interface to distinguish your voice commands from ambient noise, even when you’re listening to music, by carefully analyzing sound frequencies.

When in particularly loud environments, you can activate Bixby Voice using your earphones’ play/pause button and microphone.

 Q. What languages and dialects does Bixby understand?

Bixby Voice is currently available in Korea and the U.S., and supports commands in Korean and U.S. English. Users in the U.S. and Korea can switch between Korean and English by adjusting Bixby’s language settings.

Bixby’s understanding of natural language is what allows it to learn dialects. We’ve taught Bixby various dialects’ distinct intonations, vocabulary and grammatical structures and we’re currently working on providing support for more.

Q. What are Quick Commands?

Bixby’s Quick Commands allow you to issue multi-step, complicated requests with convenient keywords.

With Quick Commands, users can replace a long request, such as “Track my run using the Samsung Health app,” with a short, simple command, such as “Run.” These shortcuts allow you to interact more seamlessly with your phone. Quick Commands may be accessed under Bixby Home’s “My Bixby” menu.

Q. Will using Bixby eat up my mobile data and is it possible to use it overseas?

Bixby only utilizes your mobile data when listening to a command, not before or after. As a result, the length of the command ultimately determines the amount of mobile data used.

If Bixby Voice is activated and you’re using a licensed SIM card, it’s possible to use the interface even when you’re overseas.²
Actual range of use may vary depending on the apps you’re using.

 Q. What is Bixby Vision and how does it work?

Bixby Vision was designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of what you’re looking at, allowing you to use your camera to easily scan and search for relevant information on the objects and places around you.

Bixby Vision offers information on everything from purchasing options for a particular product to details on your current location and even the bottle of wine you’re enjoying. It is also capable of scanning business cards and performing convenient translations.

After scanning an object, users can use Bixby Vision’s image search³
function to locate it online. Once Bixby has identified the object, it will automatically pull up related images on Pinterest.⁴

Bixby Vision works best in bright environments and when you hold your camera steady. The screen should not be upside down and if the object in focus is a product, it should be captured from the front to aid identification.

Q. Who are some of Bixby Vision’s current retail partners?

We’ve forged partnerships with popular online shopping platforms in each region to allow consumers to enjoy a much more convenient shopping experience with Bixby. These partners include Amazon in North America, Japan and several major markets across Europe, as well as Taobao in China and Samsung Pay Shopping in Korea.

Q. What languages can Bixby Vision translate?

Bixby Vision’s advanced OCR (object character recognition) technology allows it to scan and recognize a total of 40 languages. These languages can then be interpreted into 104 different dialects via Google’s powerful translation database.⁴

Q. How is Reminder different from my device’s clock or calendar app?

Reminder lets users do much more than simply log an appointment or create an alarm.

The function utilizes Bixby’s voice support and contextual awareness to allow users to set smart reminders for specified times, places or circumstances.

Reminder is also integrated into other apps. You can use Reminder to save webpage URLs in the Samsung Internet app, as well as messages that you’d like to get back to later in the Messages app. You can also pin reminders to your device’s Always On Display to make them visible at all times and access your collected reminders via your device’s edge panel.

Q. What is Bixby Home and how does it cater to users’ individual needs?

Bixby Home serves as a gateway to Bixby’s various functions and presents your most contextually relevant apps and services on a single screen, so the content you care about is just a swipe away.

Bixby learns your routine and serves up the information you need when you need it. It looks for patterns in your app usage to predict what you might be looking for and when you’re most likely to look for it. The more you use your smartphone, the more relevant Bixby’s content suggestions will become.

Bixby Home will automatically populate based on your actions, but you can also customize the experience to best suit your needs. You also have the options to pin your favorite cards to the top of your Home page for easy reference and hide any cards that you no longer wish to see.

Q. Is my personal data safe with Bixby?

Bixby stores users’ personal data in accordance with stringent security procedures.

Users may choose to delete data that Bixby saves from Bixby’s settings at any time. Bixby only collects data necessary to improve or personalize your experience and ensures that your personal information is never transmitted.

¹Voice wake-up must be activated in order to use this feature

²Language support is currently limited to Korean and U.S. English and the user’s device must be Bixby-compatible. App and service compatibility may vary.

³Image searching is currently unavailable in Cuba, Iran, Syria and Sudan

⁴In China, image searches and translation function are both conducted with Baidu