Samsung’s Galaxy Tab, the much-hyped 7-inch Android-based iPad competitor, may get the same kind of massive distribution that Samsung’s Galaxy S line of smartphones has enjoyed.
According to a report from The Wall Street Journal citing “three people close to the matter,” Verizon Wireless, Sprint Nextel and AT&T Wireless have all penned agreements to carry the Galaxy Tab.
If true, the agreements would allow the device to be sold on a subsidized basis with a data plan, which could mean a more attractive up-front price point for consumers.
Hankil Yoon, Samsung’s vice president of product strategy, said in an interview with the Journal last week that the Tab would sell at a subsidized price in the range of $200-$300. Apple’s iPads sell from $499-$829 depending on features (Wi-Fi, 3G) and memory (16GB-64GB).
Verizon Wireless, Sprint Nextel and AT&T all declined to comment on the matter.
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