Samsung has been making a name for itself in the laptop business for several years. The latest iteration, the Galaxy Book Flex, really impressed us, especially with its beautiful display. However, it also left a lot to be desired in some aspects of its build quality, poor audio quality, and high price. However, previous versions of the Samsung Galaxy Book, including the Flex and Ion, may have led to the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro, which along with its counterpart, the Book Pro 360, already promises impressive specs, although we have to believe the rumours. New features are rumored to include OLED displays, S Pen support, and 5G connectivity for the Galaxy Book Pro 360. This would bring the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 in line with the previous Flex, which also featured 5G connectivity.
Come to the point
- What is it? Samsung's next laptop
- When did it come out? TBA
- How much will it cost? Unknown, but should be priced similar to the Galaxy Book Flex
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro launch date and price
Not much is known about the release date and price of the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro at this time. However, we can speculate on its release date and price by looking at the Galaxy Book Flex2 5G, released on February 12, 2021. Samsung has also launched a host of new laptops in recent months, including the aforementioned Flex2 5G, as well as the Galaxy Chromebook 2 and Notebook Plus 2. As such, we may not see the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro until Q2021 14 at the earliest. However, that could clash with the speculative release of the 2021-inch MacBook Pro. In that case, a late 2022 or early 1,399 launch window for the Galaxy Book Pro might give it more breathing room. In terms of price, we expect the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro to be an expensive piece of kit, given its flagship status. The Galaxy Book Flex was retailing for $1,349 (£1,760, AU$XNUMX), so expect the Galaxy Book Pro to be at this stage, if not more expensive.
Design and rumors of the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
Speculation about the design was fueled in part by the certification Samsung received from the Bluetooth SIG. The certification covers both the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro and the Galaxy Book Pro 360. Since the ``360'' in the name of the latter distinguishes it from the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro, it is possible that the base model has a larger form factor. traditional than what we are used to seeing. Meanwhile, the "360" might suggest that the product could be a laptop/tablet hybrid with a 360-degree hinge. Judging by the certification details, the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro will also be available in an LTE version, which could give it a connection speed advantage over the base model. We've been briefed on some of the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro. According to SamMobile, the new laptop (along with its 360 counterpart) will be available in two screen sizes: a 13,3-inch display and a larger variant of 15,6 inches. The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro would also have an OLED screen. However, since the two available sizes are outside of 14-inches, that means they're unlikely to use the 90Hz OLED screens Samsung has announced it will make. Still, if Samsung has any other screen sizes up its sleeve, we'd love to see them in action on its new laptops. S Pen support is also expected, continuing the trend of previous Samsung laptops. From this, we can assume that the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro will have touchscreen functionality, which we can see to be particularly useful if the Book Pro 360 is a hybrid tablet. The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro may be compatible with the upcoming S Pen Pro. This updated version of Samsung's signature stylus will feature larger dimensions, making it more comfortable to use for long periods of time. This could be ideal for any artist who prefers to draw on their laptops or tablets and could complement the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro well. The new laptop processors complement the specifications reported by SamMobile. The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro will offer a choice of Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. This puts them in line with other laptops on the market, including Samsung's back catalogue. So far, it looks like Windows 10 will be the operating system of choice for newer laptops, setting them apart from the Galaxy Chromebook line. Today's best Samsung Galaxy Book Flex deals