Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

Samsung launched seven new products during its Unpacked event, including the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, the company’s most high-end tablet packed with as many features as you could think of. The 14.6-inch tablet is marketed as a premium device capable of handling most if not all power-consuming tasks — provided the user is willing to pay the price.

The Tab S9 Ultra is only the second Ultra tablet that Samsung has ever launched, succeeding last year’s Tab S8 Ultra. Its price starts at $1,200 for the 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage model and soars up to $1,620 for 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage

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What’s new with this model

The changes with the Samsung Galaxy Tab Ultra model this year are not as flashy compared to its predecessor, but there are just enough to make a noticeable difference to the day-to-day experience. Even then, the price for the tablet has been kept the same, which is always a plus.

1. A striking Dynamic AMOLED display

The new flagship Samsung tablet touts an improved display compared to its predecessor, featuring a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that makes for bright, vibrant images that look sleek and gorgeous. The screen resolution of 2960 x 1848 pixels with HDR10 compliance makes the objects displayed look sharp, and the 16:10 ratio provides ample space to work with.

Though the Tab S9 Ultra’s display has a lower resolution than, say, the iPad Pro, the more vibrant AMOLED panel gives it a visual edge. This year, the smaller Tab S9 and S9 Plus models have also been updated to Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, but if you want the best entertainment experience of the bunch, the Ultra model is still the best.

2. IP68 rating means one less thing to worry about

Given the specced-out features and premium look and feel, it’s much easier to justify the Tab S9 Ultra’s price tag than tablets of similar cost. This just feels like one of the more complete offerings out there, especially when stacked against the rest of the market.

An IP68 rating gives the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra water and dust resistance that neither the iPad nor any premium tablet on the market is certified for. Though I wouldn’t recommend testing the limits, the Tab S9 Ultra can resist dust and is not only splash-proof but it will also survive being submerged in up to 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes.

So, could this be the tablet that goes from video conferences and spreadsheets to streaming Netflix in the bath? Absolutely.

I tested the IP rating by using (and drawing on) the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra while it was submerged, and the tablet withstood the challenge like a hermetically-sealed champ. Of course, it’s important to remember the tablet’s limits so I only tested it a couple of times and thoroughly dried it off after. While the S9 tablets are capable of withstanding water and dust, it’s not meant to be subjected to it constantly.

3. Enhanced S Pen and DeX mode

The S Pen has to be my favorite feature of the Tab S9 Ultra, by far. Every Galaxy Tab S9 model comes with an S Pen, but it’s not just the fact that the stylus is included. The S Pen is one of my favorite Samsung accessories, and the company only continues to improve it.

For example, the stylus this year is as lightweight as ever and has high precision thanks to the faster 2.8-millisecond latency. It can also charge when placed on the magnetic mount of the back cover, no matter which side you set it — an upgrade from the previous S8 Ultra model.

But the Tab S9 Ultra combines more productivity options beyond the S Pen, as praise-worthy as it is.

Samsung DeX is one of the best tools for multitasking that the S-series of tablets contain, but in the Ultra model, it’s even better. DeX transforms the tablet into a computer that you can easily control using a mouse and keyboard — and also add an external monitor for good measure.

This feature lets you view the apps on your tablet as multiple windows on a computer monitor. You can arrange and resize them to your liking. It’s a great productivity tool for a large tablet like the S9 Ultra and truly makes you feel like you’re getting your money’s worth.

And if you’re a Windows user looking to really capitalize on the 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, you can also set the S9 Ultra as a Second Screen for Windows. I’ve found this to be useful in case you’re out and about with your laptop and S9 Ultra and need the extra real estate.

The Tab S9 Ultra also supports Windows integration on Android so you can link it to a Windows PC and sync your messages and calls.

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