Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Australia’s First 4G Tablet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9

Telstra has launched the new Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9, a 8.9 inch touchscreen tablet PC by Samsung, which is Australia’s first 4G tablet. The Galaxy Tab 8.9 allows users to surf the mobile web up to five times faster than on other devices while in 4G coverage areas.

Android 4G Tablet

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G runs the Android 3.2 which will be upgradeable to 4.0 in the future. This Android tablet has an 8.9-inch capacative touch screen, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and has both front- and rear-facing cameras that are 3-megapixel and 2-megapixel cameras.

Using the Galaxy Tab 8.9 you can stream music and live HD video, you can be gaming on the go, and have access to the internet while you are out and about. Your movies, photos and media apps come to life in your hands display crisply on this compact, light and portable tablet.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is available in 16GB or 32GB memory options, which currently cost $720 for the 16GB version and $840 for the 32GB version.

Battery life as per the manufacturer’s claim is up to 8 hours of video playback on the go for the Galaxy Tab 8.9.

The web browser gives PC like web browsing, and being an Android tablet you are able to choose from heaps of apps to download from Android market. The Tab 8.9 is fully integrated with Gmail, YouTube and other Google apps and services as part of the Android OS.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 GT P7320T Features

• Android 3.2 Honeycomb operating system
• 4G gives fast downloads and uploads in 4G coverage areas
• 8.9 inch touch screen
• Weight: 470g
• Battery: 6100 capacity
• Onboard Storage options: 16GB or 32GB
• 2MP front camera for video chats and a 3MP rear camera

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is available in 16GB or 32GB memory options, which cost $720 and $840, respectively. The Galaxy Tab 8.9 is available on data plans and the device also being available on prepaid. The data plans range from $29 for 1GB of data to $89 for 15GB of data.

Telstra’s 4G network is available in all capital cities and in over than 80 regional and metropolitan centres. Telstra is rolling out its 4G network access the Australia, and states that the 4G network is capable of download speeds between 2Mbps and 40Mbps, while upload speeds are between 1Mbps and 10Mbps. View our cases and accessories for Samsung devices.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G Features

• 1.5 GHz Dual core CPU
• 1GB RAM
• 16GB memory
• Adobe Flash 10.3 download from Android Market
• 1080p HD out using Samsung HDTV Adaptor
• Polaris Office pre-installed

 Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G Specifications

• Operating Frequencies: LTE 800/1800/2600, UTMS 850/2100, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
• Screen: 8.9 inch 1280 x 800 TFT WXGA
• Dimensions: 230.9mm x 157.8mm x 8.6 mm
• Weight: 470g approx
• Video Playback time: Up to 8 hours
• Standby Time: Up to 250 hours
• Operating System: Android   3.2 (future upgrade to Android 4.0)
• Bluetooth
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n
• GPS
• Battery 6100 mAh
• 3.5mm Stereo Jack

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G has been discontinued, but if you own one, charging it requires specific hardware. This tablet does not charge through a standard USB port on a computer. Instead, it uses a wide, proprietary 30-pin Samsung connector located along the bottom edge of the device. To power it, you must plug that connector into a dedicated wall adapter, not a low-power USB port. A full charge from empty takes approximately 4 to 5 hours. Because the connector and adapter are proprietary to this model, replacement parts may be difficult to find now that production has ended.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Accessories

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G was released in Australia via Telstra in February 2012 for $720. Later that year, Samsung quietly discontinued the device. The decision followed mediocre global sales for the 8.9-inch screen size, prompting Samsung to shift its strategic focus toward 7-inch and 10.1-inch form factors.

Discontinuation Timeline and Context

Launch: The tablet debuted in late February 2012 as Australia’s first 4G LTE-capable tablet, operating on Telstra’s 1800MHz network.

Phase-out: By mid-2012, retail inventory, including both 16GB and 32GB configurations, was steadily removed from retailer systems.

Software Support End: Samsung abandoned the device long ago. Official Android updates ceased at Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The tablet now lacks modern security patches and has no compatibility with current software standards.

Network Obsolescence: Beyond software limitations, the device relies on legacy LTE bands and HSPA+ fallbacks. These frequencies do not align with modern carrier spectrum re-farming and the shutdown of older 3G bands.

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