Durable Innovations: Samsung Launches Galaxy XCover 7 and Galaxy Tab Active 5, Boasting IP68 Build and Military-Grade Durability

Cutting-Edge Software: Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 and Galaxy Tab Active 5 Powered by Android 14 for Seamless Performance

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy XCover 7 and Galaxy Tab Active 5, both equipped with 5G connectivity for enhanced performance. The Galaxy XCover 7, debuting six months after the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro, boasts several upgrades, including an improved rear camera and a larger display. Noteworthy features of both devices include an IP68-certified build and military-grade (MIL-STD-810H) durability, reinforced with Gorilla Glass Victus protection to withstand challenging work environments. The Galaxy XCover 7 stands out with a 50-megapixel rear camera and a robust 4,050mAh battery, while the Galaxy Tab Active 5 features a 13-megapixel rear camera and a substantial 5,050mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7, Galaxy Tab Active 5 availability

As of now, the pricing details for the Galaxy XCover 7 and Galaxy Tab Active 5 are yet to be disclosed, but they are set to hit the market later this month, with more information expected to be unveiled in the coming days.

The Galaxy XCover 7, a dual SIM device with an embedded SIM, operates on Android 14 out of the box. It features a 6.6-inch full-HD+ TFT display with a resolution of 1,080 x 2,408 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display incorporates a water-drop style notch to house the selfie camera, delivering a seamless and immersive visual experience.

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 specifications

The handset comes with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ coating to ensure durability and scratch resistance. Under the hood, the phone has an octa-core 6nm processor with 6GB of RAM. The company did not disclose the make and model, but it could be a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC.

For optics, the Galaxy XCover 7 has a single 50-megapixel rear camera with f/1.8 aperture. For selfies, there is a 5-megapixel shooter on the front. The rugged smartphone features 128GB of onboard storage that can be expanded up to 1TB via a microSD card slot.

You get a USB Type-C port with Pogo pin connectors for fast charging, 5G, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and a 3.5mm audio jack for connectivity. Sensors onboard include accelerometer, proximity sensor, geomagnetic sensor, gyro sensor, and proximity sensor. It also has built-in face recognition and fingerprint sensor for authentication. Further, there is an XCover Key that can be programmed to perform a variety of tasks. It features speakers with Dolby Atmos sound technology.

The Galaxy XCover 7 features MIL-STD-810H certification for protection against drops and bumps. It has an IP68-rated build for dust and water resistance. Samsung claims that the new handset can withstand up to a 1.5-metre drop and submersion in fresh water up to 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes. It includes the Samsung Knox security feature. It features a replaceable 4,050mAh battery, measures 169.0 x 80.1 x 10.2mm, and weighs around 240 grams.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Specifications

The dual-SIM (SIM + embedded SIM) Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 runs Android 14 and features an 8-inch WUXGA TFT display with up to 120Hz refresh rate. The tablet has Gorilla Glass 5 protection and runs on a 5nm octa-core SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM. It is offered in 6GB +128GB and 8GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. The internal storage can be expanded up to 1TB with microSD card support.

In terms of camera, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 has a 13-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front camera. Connectivity options include 5G LTE, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi Direct, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NFC, a pogo pin connector, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port. On-board sensors include an accelerometer, fingerprint, geomagnetic, gyroscope, light sensor, hall sensor and proximity sensor. Besides, the tablet packs a 5,050mAh battery that is user-replaceable.

The tablet also has a MIL-STD-810H certified build and IP68 rating to protect the device against vibrations, accidental shocks, drops, rain, and dust. The Galaxy Tab Active 5 comes with S Pen integration as well. Further, there is a facial recognition feature to let users unlock the screen by looking at the front-facing camera sensor. It includes an Active Key for customisation, Dolby Atmos speakers, and Samsung Knox. The tablet measures 126.8×213.8×10.1mm and weighs 433 grams.