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GSM Arena
06-05-2025
- GSM Arena
Samsung introduces Galaxy Tab Active5 Tactical Edition
Samsung announced the rugged Galaxy Tab Active5 tablet in early 2024, followed by a Pro version three weeks ago. Today, a new device joined the family – Galaxy Tab Active5 Tactical Edition. It is a purpose-made tablet, offering compatibility with specialized software, used by special operations teams. The device was developed jointly with the US Department of Defense to 'meet the demands of military personnel, operating in high-stakes environments,'. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Tactical Edition The Tactical Edition is based on the Exynos 1380-powered tablet from 2024, but brings some improvements, used on the battlefield. There is a 5G band-locking mode, allowing the tablet to connect to certified networks. There is also Stealth Mode for off-grid communications – it disables cellular connectivity and mutes radio frequency broadcasting. There is also a Covert Lock mode that turns off the modem and GPS to prevent the device from emitting radio frequencies. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Tactical Edition The display offers a Night Vision mode, which supports viewing on the screen through NV goggles. The device is optimized for apps such as ATAK (Android Team Awareness Kit) and BATDOK (Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Observation Kit). This software enables medics to wirelessly monitor multiple patients' vitals simultaneously on the device. Samsung Knox is further enhanced to protect data with dual-layer encryption, and this Tab Active5 is certified by the NSA (National Security Agency) to access classified information securely. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Tactical Edition Samsung kept the IP68 rating for dust and water resistance and MIL-STD-810H resistance to extreme altitudes, temperatures, vibration, and humidity. The Tab Active5 brings a replaceable battery and a screen that works with wet fingers, gloves, and the included rugged S Pen. The big question is whether Samsung offers this device to consumers, and the answer is – kind of. You must contact Samsung through a special form, and a sales representative will reply. The official press release did not mention any price tag. Source
Phone Arena
05-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Samsung expands its Tactical Edition lineup with a new tablet
Samsung's latest rugged tablet, the Galaxy Tab Active 5, is getting a Tactical Edition in the United States. The new tablet has been enhanced to meet the requirements of various military scenarios. As per the company's announcement, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition delivers military-grade security and compatibility with a wide range of mission-ready software apps that special operations teams use. – Tyler Gipson, GM, Head of B2B at Samsung Electronics America, May 2025. For the unaware, Samsung's Tactical Edition lineup has been specifically designed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense and the products that are part of this rather niche category are actively deployed across all branches of the U.S. military. Not only that, but the Tactical Edition devices have been employed by first responders in the US too. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition comes with an S Pen | Image credit: Samsung The newly introduced Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition keeps all the key features from the previous Tactical Edition products, including tactical radio interoperability and mission-ready software support, while adding a few new hardware enhancements that support the safe and secure transmission of classified of the key features of the Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition is the fact that it connects with most tactical radios, drone systems, laser range finders, external GPS, and more. In addition, the tablet supports all conventional cellular capabilities, including 5G, LTE, CBRS, Wi-Fi 6E, and is AT&T FirstNet Ready. In case of need, military personnel can enable the tablet's newly added Stealth Mode for off-grid communications, disabling LTE and e-911, and muting all radio frequency broadcasting. For enhanced security, the tablet features a Covert Lock feature that can be enabled when the need arises. This will de-energize baseband communications modems and GPS, fully securing the tablet from emitting an RF signature. The Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition has been specifically designed for military operations | Image credit: Samsung Other security features that come pre-installed on the Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition include a Night Vision mode and mission-ready apps like Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK) and the Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Observation Kit (BATDOK).The Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition can endure drops up to 1.5 meters and is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance, as well as MIL-STD-810H compliant to withstand extreme altitudes, temperatures, vibration and humidity. It's powered by an Exynos 1380 processor and sports an 8-inch premium resolution display. Also, the tablet comes with an S Pen and features a 5-megapixel front-facing camera, along with a 13-megapixel main camera on the back. The Galaxy Tab Active 5 Tactical Edition is only available for purchase through select IT channel partners, so you won't find this in every Samsung store.
