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A 7" Android Tablet- Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) - 600 x 1024 pixels, 7.0 inches (~170 ppi pixel density)[[File:SamsungGalTab27-640.jpg]]The GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) has a 7-inch TFT display on the Tab 2 7.0 offers users 1024 x 600 pixels of resolution. The display has Samsung's Plane-to-Line-Switching (PLS) technology, which allows for better power efficiency, yet from a brighter panel.The GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) has a 7-inch TFT display on the Tab 2 7.0 offers users 600 x 1024 pixels of resolution. The display has Samsung's Plane-to-Line-Switching (PLS) technology, which allows for better power efficiency, yet from a brighter panel.WiFi note: The WiFi is 2.4GHz capable, but _not_ 5.8GHz capable.[[Image:25star.png]] As of August 2013, Samsung pushed an update to Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. Android 4.2.2 brings a number of small but useful changes, such as a dedicated notifications panel in the status bar, lockscreen widgets, multiple user accounts, and better accessibility options. Samsung seems to be pushing updates for the Galaxy Tab in a prompt fashion.The Galaxy Tab is loaded with [[TouchWiz]], a front-end touch interface developed by Samsung which will likely confuse many Android users. More on TouchWiz below. === Criticisms === Two huge criticisms are entirely the fault of Samsung, the first being that Samsung does not offer a USB driver for Windows XP users that want to connect the tablet to a PC in USB Mass Storage mode. This is the oldest and most basic way to copy files to and from an Android device. Samsung expects Windows users to either install their fat bloatware known as [[Kies]]. The second huge criticism is with Samsung's proprietary connection interface at the bottom of the tablet needed for charging or USB connectivity. Samsung is notoriously bad about using non standard port types. Then Samsung doesn't offer an HDMI adapter cable for this model for users wanting to project a video image to a television.Other criticisms include the over abundance of side buttons make it difficult to hold the tablet without accidentally changing the volume or launching some app. This is a common problem with many Android devices loaded with an annoying side buttons. The tablet is also very slick, making it slippery and easy to drop. Owners should purchase a gel case to provide additional grip and protection. TouchWiz can also be considered a hindrance for users expecting the typical Android UI. === Commendations ===On a positive front, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 is loaded with memory and storage. It is also very easy to "root," unlocking the full potential of the device. Samsung devices tend to hold a higher resale value as compared to some of the lower end value tablets. Even in early 2014 this table still commands a premium price of around $200 used on eBay. The tablet is a good value when purchased new for all of the features it offers, while remaining valuable throughout its life.== Family of Models =={{:Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Models}}== TouchWiz =={{:TouchWiz}}You can root the 7 inch Galaxy Tab 2. Rooting the tablet allows you to access files and settings that are otherwise protected. The most compelling reason to root the Samsung Galazy Tab 2 might just be to get rid of TouchWiz. Add that to the reasons [[Why Root My Android]] offers. Considers both the risks and advantages to rooting your Android device prior to trying it.You can root the 7 inch Galaxy Tab 2. Rooting the tablet allows you to access files and settings that are otherwise protected. As of 2014 we have created a special subject on [[HowTo Root the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2]]. This link has a step by step: http://rootzwiki.com/topic/25228-rooting-gt-p3113-step-by-step/ (see talk section here too)This link (from 2012) has a step by step: http://rootzwiki.com/topic/25228-rooting-gt-p3113-step-by-step/ (see talk section here too)After you have rooted the tablet, try out Titanium Backupand Root Explorer.After you have rooted the tablet, try out Titanium Backup and Root Explorer.You were probably looking in /sdcard or /mnt/sdcard (same thing) and couldn't find your files, but were confused by the striking similarity of some of the contents of what is here and what you seen when your SD card was in the PC!!! With a typical Android phone you would have been looking in the right place. A solid understanding of the [[Android File System]], which is Linux based, will help to prevent confusion. Another note, there has been discussion among Android developers on the difficulty of dealing with internal versus external storage, and a hostility towards the option of external storage. However, since Linux allows for the mounting of external storage (the entire point to /mnt) it is unlikely that any root'd android device would be unable to mount external storage no matter what the Android developers try to do in new operating system releases.[[Category:Tangible Product]]