Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+: A Laptop User’s Perspective

This is the unboxing and first look review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ by Andrew Marc David
#Samsung #GalaxyTabS8

Video Index:
00:00 Intro
01:00 Specs & Pricing
01:58 Unboxing, Build & Size
03:17 Ports & Connections
03:49 Book Cover Keyboard
04:50 Setting up the device
05:11 Display
06:32 Samsung DeX
06:51 S Pen
07:14 Audio
07:49 Cameras & Internal Mics
09:08 Pros & Cons
09:51 Initial Thoughts After 24 Hrs.

[OriginalDodgeDeBoulet]

It's important to note that the cover shown in this review is *not* the one included in the pre-order promotion. The pre-order cover does not have a trackpad, is not detachable from the back cover, does not fully enclose the S-Pen (although there is a bay on the inside of the spine) and rather than offering a kickstand with a very nice degree of adjustability, limits the viewing angle to one position.

[EdgarVillegasG]

When reviewing Tablets, I think that a few use cases should always be covered like:

1.- Note taking
2.- Drawing
3.- Book Reading
4.- Video Viewing and video streaming to TVs
5).- Audio listening quality
6).- Productivity Apps: spread sheets, document creation, presentation tools
7).- Video Conferencing
8).- Photography and image editing
9).- Video Editing
10).- Programming - Software Development: IDE + Programming Languages
11).- Connectivity with screen displays and other accessories.

The above list will help to convince many end users to switch to Tablets ecosystem

[WreckedBrewery]

I just got my Tab S8+ a couple days ago and I love it. I landed on this model because for the same reasons you mentioned. It's the sweet spot :)

[joon]

Idk why every reviewer who mentions PWM dimming solely as a negative factor completely glosses over the fact that Samsung did this in reaction to everyone complaining to them about the green tint at low brightness levels due to DC dimming in the Tab S7/S7+ models. I for one (granted I'm not affected by PWM dimming) see this as a great change.

[RodGoodLife]

Watching from Philippines awesome unboxing and review this s8+ is my Tablet now thank you Sir

[ccroy]

I had a MS Surface. Expensive but it's a PC that can sotra be a tablet, the Samsung is a tablet 1st that can sorta be a PC. Both are great, depends on what your needs are.

[audiovisual]

Enjoyed your video. There's a lot to think about when choosing between the three Samsung S8 tablet models. Your information on the S8 + helps. Thanks you!

[MrDefeater]

Current Tab S7 owner (128GB/WiFi) if I was upgrading I would pick the S8+ model with 256GB/WiFi. Reason for that is I noticed most of my usage is media consumption and using PS5 remote play. I also use the tablet a lot at home and even when I'm at a coffee shop it's usually in a sleeve or backpack anyway so extra weight is not an issue. I love the Tab S7 as it feels like using a tablet/laptop hybrid especially with DeX and a Bluetooth mouse. The new Ultra model is way too big.

[mrmartywaring]

This tablet may be the one to replace my iPad. That front facing camera is sharp!!!!

[GeoffEff]

Hoping mine comes before the April 8 estimated date. But until then, videos like this will fill the void. Thanks Andrew!

[LazyPCRehab]

The Tab S8 Ultra was my dream device 2 years ago. Android really needs a full desktop browser and a few more professional apps, Luma Fusion will help, but it is just a start. Whsat I would really love to see is an S8 with an AMOLED screen.

[rswaz]

Andrew, as always a great overview and your pros/cons are accurate. I upgraded my wife to the Tab S8+ from the Tab S4 and she LOVES it. I went for the Ultra. Agree about the charger, Nickel and dime BS. but luckily I have a 45Watt from my Note10+ and it is getting a workout with the S22 ultra and the Tab S8+.

[williamcohen]

Purchasing this with the keyboard one can purchase a good laptop that can do just about anything this can do. All the laptops I has seen come with the power adapter and more ports for greater flexability. The camera on this is quite good. Still an excellent "First Looks" review. For those people who prefer a tablet and don't mind the cost then this is an excellent choice.

[oNeHanDGuN]

Guys andrew is awesome but why he only has not even 200k subs..cmon guys subs is free..support andrew and this awesome ch!!!

[Istandalne]

great review buddy 👍I'm waiting very patiently for my tab S8+ it gets shipped early next month. this year I'm getting a tablet instead of a new phone. I'm not the biggest fan of the phone lineup this year. so I went with a new tablet. I'll keep my note 20 ultra. I would have gotten the tab S8 Ultra but at&t and as far as I know know, no other cellular services are offering the S8 ultra. not exactly sure but I think the Ultra is wifi only right now. so I went with the S8+

[rafaelperez]

It is not a bad tablet as Samsung makes beautiful tablets, however, I’m more of an Apple tablet fan than Samsung. I thought the 1080p camera’s quality is great, internal mic is passible. Unfortunately for a tablet as expensive as this one, it is a crime that they don’t include a case and power adapter! We can all thank Apple for that as they’re the ones who started that trend! Excellent review Andrew! 👍😁

[tatdredneck]

I've only had my gts8plus for about 3days now. I must say I'm blown away. The video quality is absolutely amazing. I mainly got it so I could stream my favorite shows.

[andrewbaines]

Great review thanks, just wondering what case is that on your phone, looks great?

[kudanrt]

What nobody is mentioning? That with the S8plus a longer USB is included instead of the small one included with the phones. Just a small plus. It's true that a majority have extra Wall chargers from previous phones and such. It helps on cost and in the long run allows them to continue to work on bettering the technology. Think positive folks! LOL
I have dozens of Wall Chargers and USB's from previous phones and Tablets. I truly don't need another!
Except for the Super Chargers. Those i've recently purchased. But now i own 3! I'm sure they will last until i upgrade my tablet/phone again.
Hence the it's best they don't include MORE. 🤷

[orko]

You can also rest your pen on the top of the tablet landscape. Very secure magnetic