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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2
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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2

Released: 2017, OctoberPrice: About 390 EURStatus: Available. Released 2017, November

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat)
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T830 MP1
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size8.0 inches, 185.6 cm, 2, (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab Active2
PriceAbout 390 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
ModelsSM-T395
Single5 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, November
Weight415 g (Wi-Fi) / 419 g (LTE) (14.64 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, October
Announced2017, October
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions127.6 x 214.7 x 9.9 mm (5.02 x 8.45 x 0.39 in)
Resolution800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 is another flagship from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2.