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Apple Tries To Ban The Galaxy Tab 10.1 In The US Again
Whilst Apple may have been successful in getting Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 banned in Germany, which lead Samsung to release the Galaxy Tab 10.1N, they have yet to get the tablet banned in the US.
Apple has tried previously through the US court to have the Galaxy Tab 10.1 banned, although the up until recently they had not succeded, now Apple has filed an appeal in an attempt to have Samsung’s tablet removed from sale in the US, and according to Florian Muller from Foss patents they may end up getting the device banned this time.
Apple’s motion is fairly likely to succeed. If and when it does, there will be formal U.S. bans in place against all three of the leading Android device makers. Also on Friday, the ITC ordered a U.S. import ban against Motorola’s Android-based devices (to the extent those infringe a particular Microsoft patent), and in December, the U.S. trade agency also banned HTC’s products that infringe a particular Apple patent — as a result, two HTC product rollouts just got delayed.
Apple and Samsung’s CEOs are in discussions this week on another case relating to patents for Android and Apple devices, it looks like things are starting to heat up between the two companies.
Source Foss Patents
Apple Denied Attempt To Have Galaxy Tab 10.1N Banned In Germany
It looks like the case between Samsung and Apple over Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 is has taken another turn in Samsung’s favor, the original Galaxy Tab 10.1 was banned for sale in Germany last year.
Samsung appealed the decision and released a newly modified version of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Germany, called the Galaxy Tab 10.1N, although Apple once again tried to have this version banned for sale.
We heard back in December that the court was unlikely to rule in Apple’s favor, as they believed that the changes to the Galaxy Tab 10.1N were enough to distinguish the device from the iPad.
The German court has now ruled, and have denied Apple’s motion to have the Galaxy Tab 10.1n banned in the country, Foss Patents had to say about it.
The court determined that the 10.1N is reasonably distinct from Apple’s products and, therefore, does not constitute an infringement of Apple’s Community design (the EU equivalent of a U.S. design patent) or the German law against unfair competition.
Of course this isn’t the end of the matter, and no doubt Apple will appeal the decision or file another motion to have the device banned in Germany.
Source Engadget
Apple granted injunction against Samsung in Australia, no Galaxy Tab 10.1s allowed in the land of Oz
Among the many battlegrounds in the legal spat between Samsung and Apple, the case filed down under has had some of the most action. Just over a week ago, Apple wanted nothing to do with Samsung’s attempt to settlethe suit. Today, the crowd in Cupertino is glad that they rebuffed Sammy’s overtures, because the Federal Court in Australia granted Apple’s injunction barring the Galaxy Tab 10.1 from appearing in Aussie stores. That means that Sammy’s svelte slate will not be for sale (legally, anyway) in Australia unless it can convince the court that its tablet doesn’t infringe Apple’s patents at trial. You’ve won this battle, Apple, time will tell if you win the war.
T-Mobile unveils Galaxy Tab 10.1 and SpringBoard, combines 4G talk with HSPA+ walk
Sure, rumors and scuttlebutt clued is in that T-Mobile might be seeing a pair of slates landing sometime this year, but we loves us some confirmation. The magenta network just announced that the T-Mobile SpringBoard with Google and the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 are primed to launch just soon enough for you to shove some HSPA+ holiday cheer into your relatives’ oversized stockings. The SpringBoard looks very much like the dressed up MediaPad we expected, replete with a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 5 megapixel rear-facing 720p camera and an SD card slot for up to 32GB of expandable memory — not to mention a 7-inch capacitive touch display, and a 1.3 megapixel camera upfront. The Galaxy Tab 10.1 is the same Samsung slate we already know and love, but dressed in T-Mobile’s not-quite-4GHSPA+ style. In fact, both tablets sport HSPA+ compatibility and run Android 3.2. There’s no official word on price yet (although that MediaPad was rumored to hover at about $200 on contract), but the press release promises these slabs will drop sometime before the holiday season. Oh, that PR? Just hit the “read more” button below.
Apple rejects Samsung’s settlement offer in Australia, seeks to ‘maintain the status quo’
“Thanks, but no thanks.” That’s essentially what Apple told Samsung today, in rejecting an offer to end their ongoing patent dispute in Australia. Samsung’s proposed settlement, presented on Friday, would’ve allowed the manufacturer to sell its Galaxy Tab 10.1within Australia as early as this week, despite Apple’s contention that the tablet infringes upon a handful of its patents. The agreement would’ve also resulted in a speedy court decision, but today, Cupertino told an Australian court that the proposal was simply unacceptable. “It is one we don’t accept and there is no surprise,” Apple attorney Steven Burley told reporters. “The main reason we are here is to prevent the launch and maintain the status quo.” Samsung’s lawyers, meanwhile, acknowledged that the rejection now lessens the chances for any settlement at all, arguing that a truce “is not going to be achievable… given the positions advanced by each party,” and that the litigation may extend well into 2012. One of the Samsung’s attorneys, Neil Young, added that his client isn’t in a rush to conclude the dispute, speculating that it may take until March to prepare its defense. “If we can’t get a decision out by mid-October, there is no urgency,” Young explained. Neither Samsung nor Apple have offered official comment on today’s developments, but we’ll keep you abreast of the latest.
Skype 2.5 for Android brings video calls to 14 new devices, including Honeycomb tablets
Oh, sorry, we’re talking about Android devices here. Specifically ones that support video calling over Skype. With the update to version 2.5, the VoIP service has tacked on another 14 Goog-powered gadgets to its list of officially supported handsets and tablets. Yes, that’s right, we said tablets. In addition to bringing support to phones like the Atrix, Bionic and Nexus One, Skype is inviting the Xoom, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Acer’s Iconia to the party. We’ve even received reports that video calls are working on other Honeycomb slates like the ASUS Transformer. You’ll find the full list of officially supported devices in the PR after the break.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7: video confronto con S2 e Tab 10.1 e focus sulla scocca
Sebbene sia sparito da IFA 2011, non mancano i video di uno dei prodotti di punta del produttore coreano: Galaxy Tab 7.7. Dopo la precedente video preview, abbiamo fatto un confronto dimensionale con alcuni Galaxy S2 e Galaxy Tab 10.1 in modo da poterne apprezzare le dimensioni estremamente contenute.
Leggero, piccolo e molto completo, Galaxy Tab 7.7 sarà sicuramente un prodotto molto interessante per tutti gli utenti che vivono in mobilità e non vogliono rinunciare ad un Tablet ovunque siano senza avere ingombro e peso particolarmente importanti. Non resta che scoprirne il prezzo e la data di lancio. Al momento le informazioni che abbiamo vedono 699€ e lancio dopo la prima metà di Ottobre.
Apple wins German injunction against Samsung, Galaxy Tab 7.7 pulled from IFA
Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1… fight!
We’ve seen it before, but not against one of its chief rivals: the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. Now here they are, sharing a little table space — but not getting along too well. On one hand the Tab 10.1 is thin and light on its feet. On the other, the ThinkPad Tablet is large and would very much like to be in charge of your corporate lifestyle. Due to Honeycomb’s limited customizations, Lenovo’s tackling this angle thanks in large part to some enterprise- and stylus-friendly software, much of which the device comes with pre-installed. Join us after the break for a quick demonstration, plus a look back at our first hands-on with the thing.
Samsung delays Galaxy Tab 10.1 launch in Australia amid patent battle with Apple
Just a few days after suffering a legal setback in Dutch court, Samsung has now decided to delay the launch of its Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia, amid its heightening patent infringement battle with Apple. In a hearing today, the Korean manufacturer announced that it would refrain from selling or marketing its new tablet within Australia, before September 30th. Samsung made a similar concession earlier this month, agreeing to halt sales of its slates until today’s hearing and to provide Apple with product samples at least seven days prior to its Australian launch. The company says it presented the samples on Thursday, but Cupertino’s lawyers insisted that the Australian version of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 still infringes upon its patents. Samsung, meanwhile, said in a statement that it’s preparing to launch a counter-attack down under, telling reporters that it “intends to file a cross claim against Apple Australia and Apple Inc regarding the invalidity of the patents previously asserted by Apple and also a cross claim against Apple regarding violation of patents held by Samsung by selling its iPhones and iPads.” The next formal court hearings are scheduled for September 26th and 29th. Stay tuned.
Anche Logitech mostra una tastiera Bluetooth per Galaxy tab 10.1!
Dopo avervi mostrato custodia originale con tastiera integrata per Galaxy Tab 10.1, Logitech mostra un nuovo accessorio per questo Tablet. Si tratta di una vera e propria tastiera che riprende lo stile dell’Asus Eee Pad Transformer anche se non risulta altrettanto comoda.
La connessione avviene tramite bluetooth e permette di alloggiare il tablet al proprio interno con il display rivolto verso i tasti. Si tratta di una soluzione “simile” a quella originale Samsung ma realizzata in modo molto diverso.
Il costo è comunque molto inferiore alla proposta Samsung e viene offerta a 99$. Al momento sul sito italiano non è prsente tra gli accessori ma speriamo possa arrivare presto.
Visto il notevole polverone alzato da Apple con le ultime vicende sui brevetti - Apple vince contro Samsung: Galaxy Tab fuori dall’Europa ma Samsung non ci sta! – è interessante notare come molte ditte stiano realizzando accessori compatibili con questo device, cosa che non avviene spesso.
Samsung reveals new Galaxy Tab 10.1 accessories: multimedia dock, HDTV adapter, case, and more
Today’s Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 event in NYC wasn’t just about software — okay, it was mostly about software, but the company also unveiled a slew of accessories for its slick Android tablet. High atop the list is a number of new docks for the slate, including a $50 Multimedia Dock, which props the device up in landscape mode while charging it and offering HDMI out. The $80 Ultra Productivity Tool, meanwhile, also charges the device and includes a full-sized keyboard with Android shortcut keys. The $150 Premium Protective case turns the Tab into a makeshift notebook with a full-size Bluetooth keyboard and a hinge that lets the user adjust the tab’s viewing angle.
A new $40 HDTV adapter gives the tablet full 1080p HDMI output. The company also announced a $40 SD card adapter and a USB adapter for easy accessory input. For $60, Tab owners can pick up the Premium Book Cover, a high end case for the device that lets you prop it up for typing or viewing movies. And somewhere in the distance, you could hear Steve Jobs audibly shudder when the company unveiled a pen stylus for the device. The stylus has an aluminum body and a silicon tip, for when you need to give your fingertips a break. It’ll run you $20, and sadly won’t include meat.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 for Verizon, hands-on with the new 4G speed king (Video)
By now, you should be familiar with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. We’ve done countless hands-ons with the super-svelte Honeycomb slate, and even reviewed it… twice! Now it’s back, again, and this time its packing an LTE radio tuned to the frequencies of a little company known as Verizon. Outside of a few tiny cosmetic changes — the brushed, gray plastic back and the rumored Micro SIM slot up top, nothing else has changed. We won’t waste too much time rehashing what you already know, but we figured it was worth firing up the latest version, which officially went on sale today, and putting that 4G antenna to the test. You know the routine, keep on keepin’ on after the break.
Samsung's LTE-equipped Galaxy Tab 10.1 comes to Verizon on July 28th
It’s a Galaxy Tab 10.1, but with 4G. No, not that 4G. Not even that 4G. This 4G. You know, the LTE variety, being spread around like Christmas ham by the folks at Verizon Wireless. Cosmetically, the slate offered up by Big Red is no different than the WiFi-only model that we peeked earlier in the year, but the LTE radio tucked within obviously makes it the one to get if you’re looking for top-tier speeds on the go. VZW will actually hawk two separate models LTE Tab 10.1 models (in white or grey), both of which are priced outrageously with two-year agreements: $529.99 for the 16GB model and $629.99 for the 32GB model. That’s a pretty penny (to say the least!) given the albatross that is a 24-month contract, and those who’d rather provide their own connectivity can opt for the WWAN-less Metallic Grey edition for $499.99 (16GB). Access plans start at $30 per month for 2GB, with $50 per period getting you 5GB, or $80 getting you 10GB (no mention of tethering, unfortunately). Your pickup date? Two days from now, or July 28th for the calendar-challenged.
Smart View: l’applicazione per vedere TV e Blu-Ray su smartphone e tablet
Samsung ha lanciato ufficialmente Smart View, applicazione gratuita per Galaxy S II e Galaxy Tab 10.1 per vedere la TV dal nostro device mobile.
Oltre a estendere la funzione di telecomando già inaugurata da Samsung Remote, Smart View sfrutta lo schermo di smartphone o tablet per avere un secondo schermo: mentre si guarda un programma in TV, ad esempio, in un’altra stanza si può vedere sul tablet un film in Blu-Ray oppure sullo smartphone si guarda la partita di Sky e sulla TV un telefilm.
Tra le funzioni in arrivo, inoltre, ci sarà la possibilità di vedere la guida dei programmi così da non oscurare la TV con i menu. Al momento Smart View è compatibile con le TV D7000 e D8000 ma si potrà usare anche su Galaxy Player YP-GB70 e installabile su Galaxy S e Galaxy Tab entro fine anno.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 demo video shows TouchWiz on Honeycomb, Mini Apps
Surely by now you’re mighty familiar with Samsung’s Android-conquering Galaxy Tab 10.1, but we’re still here waiting on that slate’s promised TouchWiz update. Now it’s on display, courtesy of an official video posted by the company. Whilst listening to some incredibly jazzy music that will make racing fans think they’ve accidentally booted into Gran Turismo 5, watch a disembodied hand show off some of the Honeycomb customizations that, for the most part, look fairly unobtrusive, including a bigger, friendlier settings screen. More interesting, though, is a look at the Mini Apps that are accessed by what looks to be a gesture from off the bottom of the display. Six proggies will be available at launch: a calendar, task manager, clock, note pad, calculator, and music player. We’re still not sure just when the OTA update will filter out to enable these suckers, but more importantly we’re not sure what to call them when it does. Mini Apps isn’t doing it for us, and sadly Java already has “applets” locked up tight.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 3G: video Anteprima by HDblog
Al debutto questa settimana, il nuovo Tablet Android Honeycomb di Samsung arriva in Italia in anteprima nella versione 3G. Nelle scorse settimane vi abbiamo parlato molto del Galaxy Tab 10.1 Slim e adesso è arrivato il momento di mostrarvelo. Questa settimana saranno molti i video relativi a questo device in attesa di testare la versione commerciale definitiva per poterlo recensire in maniera approfondita.
Sebbene il modello provato lo scorso mese fosse una versione non definitiva e quindi più lenta della versione di vendita, la sensazione è stata molto positiva. L’hardware e l’estetica convincono, il peso e la sottigliezza sono veramente eccezionali e il sistema operativo, personalizzato da Samsung, è molto interessante e aggiunge funzionalità davvero utili ed immediate. Ovviamente la reattività mostrata nel video è decisamente inferiore alla versione che arriverà questa settimana nei negozi.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 update coming soon, ushers TouchWiz into the Honeycomb era
That “future software upgrade” Samsung promised us for the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is “coming soon” according to the company’s site, though, when exactly “soon” might be is anyone’s guess. When it does start trickling its way on to Sammy’s slate, it’ll be bringing with it a host of new features, including that Honeycomb edition of TouchWiz that’s sure to be just as divisive as its smartphone ancestor. It does, however, pack in some nice functionality, like a multimedia clipboard for copying and pasting pictures and videos as well as text, and a Live Panel widget for pulling in news, weather, and updates from your social networks. Other features that you’re used to on Samsung devices are also coming along for the ride, including the Media Hub for purchasing videos and the latest, intense version of Swype. There’s also a remote tracking and wipe function for those who have a tendency to leave their gadgets behind at Starbucks, and it unlocks USB, SD card, and HDMI functionality — with the appropriate accessories of course. Check out the source link for a few more details.
Ubuntu demonstrated running on Galaxy Tab 10.1, summarily dubbed 'Tabuntu' (video)
Sure, you can run Linux on robots and on desktops and, apparently, on small cats, and we’ve also seen it on plenty of tablets before, but this one is a little different. Max Lee over at Galaxy Tab Hacks created the video below to demonstrate a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 running Ubunbu, but doing it on top of Android such that the tablet’s native OS is running Linux in the background and then using a VM client to launch the UI. In other words: it’s running both operating systems at once, and despite that we think the results are quite usable, even loading up this very website with aplomb. It’s demonstrated after the break and if after watching you just gotta get a piece of that the full instructions are on the other end of the source link below.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 now syncs with your Mac, updated Kies software to thank
You heard right — Samsung’s slimmest slate yet is now on speaking terms with OS X, well over a month after the first ones slipped out to developers at Google I/O. Oddly enough, it looks as if Android File Transfer is still stuck in yesteryear, with Samsung itself pushing out a revised build of Kies to enable Tab-to-Mac relations. If this discussion is relevant to your interests, the source links below will be as well.
