In this 6-month review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, the speaker revisits initial skepticism about its superiority over the Tab S8 Ultra, but quickly acknowledges being won over by its upgrades. They express gratitude to their community for engaging with questions, emphasizing the collaborative nature of their content.
They discuss the tablet’s imposing size, noting its ability to turn heads due to its slim profile and elegant design. The speaker appreciates the tablet’s display, praising its aspect ratio for both entertainment and productivity. They highlight the device’s Dynamic AMOLED technology, boasting a contrast ratio of 2 million to one, enhancing the viewing experience.
Regarding performance, the speaker lauds the Snapdragon H gen2 chipset for smooth emulation of games and efficient 4K video editing. They also commend the tablet’s haptic feedback and under-display fingerprint reader.
Despite some issues with accessories like the keyboard cover and S Pen latency, the speaker finds value in features like the detachable Note Paper cover and Samsung DeX functionality. They acknowledge the tablet’s potential to bridge the gap between tablet and laptop usage for commuters and professionals.
The speaker touches on the limitations of Android tablet apps compared to iPadOS but praises Samsung’s AI features for enhancing productivity. They highlight the tablet’s expandable storage, IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, and commendable battery life.
Finally, they compare the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra favorably to the iPad, acknowledging the strengths of both devices while emphasizing Samsung’s versatility and commitment to user experience.
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra looked very much like its predecessor, causing me to worry about the need for it. After 6 months, I can safely say, it’s been a welcome upgrade! But it doesn’t mean it’s perfect. I think there are areas where it could be more polished, but mostly on software.
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0:00 Could the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra top the Tab S8 Ultra?
0:20 Answering your burning questions
0:30 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Design (SIze)
0:48 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Design – a true head turner!
1:13 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra- Display
2:10 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Design (Portability)
2:53 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Book cover vs Magic Keyboard
3:39 A powerful, yet lightweight tablet for commuters
4:05 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Performance (Game emulators)
4:36 Diablo, COD and Genshin Impact – Modern games
5:30 Quality of life features
6:15 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – S-Pen
7:30 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Samsung DEX
8:55 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Not just DEX! Multitasking
9:41 Camera Sharing – Samsung Ecosystem
10:30 The problem with Android tablet apps
12:05 Samsung GoodLock
12:58 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Cameras
13:24 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Configuration / Specs
13:50 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Battery
14:12 – Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – Accessories
14:40 Magnetic Stand
15:20 M2 iPad Pro vs Tab S9 Ultra
16:00 The main advantages of the iPad
16:30 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – The undisputed – Productivity King!
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I got this a few months ago absolutely brilliant for watching content ive also got a 12.9 ipad pro M1 and the display on the Samsung tab s9 ultra is stunning i was worried it wouldn't be as good as the mini led on the ipad but it definitely is 💯 great video thanks
1:14 what did you do in the editing in this part of the video, ig you did do 😅something here I mean in the postproduction process.
💯 congrats. I traded my iPad Pro M2 in for a decent trade-in price on th Tab Ultra a year ago and have not regretted it since. I understand corporate iPad use because change is difficult for many, and simple is easier. But with simple comes lack of functionality, and i feel the future in my hands with the Tab Ultra. I still have to help a friend of mine with his iPad Pro at times, and it feels so much like a childs toy when i touch it. Ultra keeps getting better, and Definitely no regrets for me.
100k. Congratulations, Alex!! When I have some doubts about Tablets and technology, I always come here to see your videos.
Quero o vídeo em português tbm, mano! Forte abraço. 😉
Hey there Alex, man you have a great channel here, lots of great info that is practical use for a low tech guy like myself. Just wanted to say that you had a big part in helping with my decision to go from iPhone to the S24 Ultra. I am loving it. I have also got the new Nothing Ear buds as well. The new ones. Now my next thing will be a tablet or a laptop. I am really looking at the Tab S9 but will probably wait for the Tab S 10. Looking into DEX cause that might be enough for my use case cause it does allow light to medium editing of photos and videos. Your info and description of the tabs and DEX has been really helpful. Thank you again for all that you do. Congratulations on 100K subs! WOOO HOOO!
Where do you get those wallpapers?
Congratulations, very happy for you. I've learned a lot from your channel. Well deserved accomplishment.💯K
I went from the tab s9 to the ultra…its ridiculously big, display is huge…and i absolutely love it !
Congratualtions you hit 100K faster than most tech reviewers. I remember how long it took some of the big names to reach 100K it was years. The space has big growth potential if you have high production values and are not a fanyboy. That's what the two big reviewers seemed to have figured out which I was folllowing when they were little high school and college kids posting reviews 😅 Now they get named personally by Tim Apple in iphone presentations. Not the one who bent the phone though….😂😂😂
I have been driving this S9 Ultra daily with my LuLulook stand and razr Orochi V2 mouse. I set up a second 15" OLED flat display next to it that I scored cheap because it's no touch and only 1080 HD. It's bascially a tablet with no guts. But the image quality is legit absolutely IDENTICAL to the S9 Ultra display when viewing 1080 HD content. Even the tiny color variations are the same on yellows and oranges that I thought I could only get on the top displays. If you don't need touch for second display it's great for running YouTube all day. I just connect the two displays with Dex and a type C hub and a micro HDMI to USC C cable port on the second disolay. No lag whatsoever. I added a backlit Apple clone keyboard. I still have the S8 Ultra that I use just for media consumption with keyboard cover. I immediately got rid of the new Dex by long pressing the Dex icon on the pull down with wifi, Bluetooth and GPS. It reverts back to old Dex.
The biggest difference for me S9 vs S8 Tab Ultras is that the speed is noticeably snappier. I have the 512 MB version after a free upgrade by Samsung. For a multitasking experience like Dex it's worth going with that upgrade. And the cool thing about Dex is that you can keep using old Samsung phones. I have my old Note 9 from 2018 (yes six years ago!) also paired to my budget 37" Samsung 1080 HD M5 monitor for Dex using a type C hub directly behind my Tab S9 Ultra. It's great for running TradingView stock charts during the market hours on a huge screen.
My 2021 Fold 3 is still kicking and links my WhatsApp messaging in real time with my S9 Ultra Tablet so I don't miss any messages even if the phone is behind the sofa somewhere😅. The cool thing is that I don't have to upgrade to the latest and greatest thing every year and since the prices fall drastically after a year it's good not to have to be jumping for every new thing. I'm tempted to try the OnePlus tablet if the prices drop big. I try not to buy anything unless I can sell it close to the purchase price after the return window closes.
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In my 3,000-pus corporate meetings in the past 5-years, I can honestly say that I have seen less than 5-people use any tablet other than an iPad. I believe you are sincere in your like for this devise, but no matter how good it might be, it will not replace an iPad for popularity. Also, I know there is a "war" between iPhone & Android fan-boys, but in those same meetings, Android phones account for less than 1 in every 5 smart phones I see in the corporate world. The same holds true for my observations in everyday life.
It has a lot of bells and whistles but at the end of the day it's just another worthless Android tablet.
Alex I’m in the market for an iPhone. It doesn’t have to be latest and greatest. What do you recommend that is future proof for a good 4 years.
I will be here when you reach 200k!
I am still using Samsung S7 tablet and it has started to go down in performance due Samsung exynos chip. My next buy will not be a tablet but a foldable smartphone
100k. Congratulations!🎊
100k
lol it's really over for Apple! 🤣
Till you he gets a new iPad lol))
Nice review Alex. Great tablet 🎉 btw what Garmin epic watch are you wearing epic pro 47, or 51mm??
The Galaxy tablets are excellent. I actually loved the 9 ultra but had to return it. It was way too bright and was giving me headaches but the colors and ease of multi tasking can’t be beat! I wound up getting the 9 plus FE edition for artwork.
Love my s9 ultra, it does everything i need it to do. I'm actually used to the size. I always enjoy your videos, keep up the good work.
Contra! I was transported back to my childhood. Another great video, Alex
Nice video Alex as always 😊
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Base model Tab S9 is more ergonomic
Why so much saturation on the video?
Merci!
I hate the samsung keyboard. It's very disappointed. Samsung Dex is the best !
100k. Congratulations 🎉. This is my go to channel for some honest views
💯 Let's go Alex! We are all happy and proud of you for this achievement! Well deserved 👏
I don't get a keyboard sound when I type
Keeping my Tab S8 Ultra at least until the Tab 100 000😉 is released.
💯K Great video Alex. Very impressive tablet. I love the screen size and it's display.👊🙏
The lack of LTE in the states is a disappointment. Still have one but will go for the new iPad for that feature.
💯 k. Very useful video ,and I think that the back video and photo camera can be very useful, in conjunction with the smartphone , it could give many different angles choices, probably no so difficult to setup with a complete Samsung equipment.
And competitive advantage if AI can calibrate color and quality on the devices . what do you think ?
could be a small "emergency " video studio.
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Thank you very much Alex. That answers my question! Amazing video, keep it up with the good work!
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Good timing I just bought this from the Samsung store for 550 pounds UK and that includes slim keyboard cover and Galaxy buds Pro 2 amazing offer
Thank you so much Alex.
I'll keep my 8 ultra for a while s12 ultra?
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