Samsung Electronics Co., South Korea's top tech firm, released the updated version of its budget tablet series, the Galaxy Tab A, on Tuesday, saying it guarantees a better connection with entertainment.

The Android-based "2016 Galaxy Tab A" features a 10.1-inch full HD-level display, a 1.6 GHz octa-core processor, 2GB of RAM and a microSD card slot for up to 200GB of removable storage. It has a 7.300 mAh battery.


The tablet is equipped with an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera.

The budget-friendly product has "optimized" functions for users to enjoy games and movies, Samsung said.

It's quick-connect function enables easy access to TV or smartphones to share content.

It is available for 359,000 won ($309) in local online stores. The product comes in two colors - black and white.

"The new model is a product to maximize mobile entertainment experience with a high-resolution large screen and convenience in usage," a Samsung official said. (Yonhap)