Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

by Bill Detwiler  |  July 12, 2011, 5:48pm PDT  |  Image 54 of 54

Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1: Completely disassembled

Samsung made the most of the limited space inside the Galaxy Tab 10.1's 0.34-inch-thick case. The internal components are packed together and there's only one large PCB.

Looking at the chips on the main PCB, Samsung used many components found in other tablets, such as the Motorola XOOM, BlackBerry PlayBook, and HP TouchPad.

My only complaints about the tablet's construction are the use of tri-wing external screws, the adhesive tape used on the back cover, and the flimsy feel of the back cover itself.

I appriciate Samsung's efforts to reduce the Galaxy Tab 10.1's weight, but I would have preferred an aluminum cover or one made from a thicker plastic.

Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1: Completely disassembled - Image 54 of 54

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Bill Detwiler is Head Technology Editor of TechRepublic. Previously, he worked as a Support Tech and IT Manager in the social research and energy industries.

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Bill Detwiler is Head Technology Editor for TechRepublic. Previously he worked as a Technical Support Associate and Information Technology Manager in the social research and energy industries. Bill is a Microsoft Certified Professional with experience in Windows administration, data management, desktop support, and system security.

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