Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ Plus Review
My old Samsung Note tablet from 2014 was showing its age, and after trying to revive it, I realized it was time for a new one. After upgrading to a Samsung S23 phone and loving the S-pen and S-Note features, I knew my next tablet had to be pen-capable.
Enter the S9 Tablet Family
I considered the S8 family, but I wanted the latest and greatest. I chose the Samsung S9 Plus, which came with 512gb of storage (13% off on Amazon, making it cheaper than the 256gb version!). I’ve learned my lesson about running out of storage space, so I’m glad I opted for the larger capacity.
First Impressions
- Charged to full capacity before turning it on
- Used Samsung’s transfer tool to copy apps from my S23 to the S9 Plus (worked seamlessly)
- Let apps update and updated the OS under settings
S-Pen and Features
- The S-pen is thicker than expected and matches the tablet’s color
- Magnetic back storage is creative, but I prefer the old design with the pen stored inside
- S-Notes is a powerful program, and you can also use other apps like OneNote
- Lots of features to learn, but YouTube is a great resource (e.g., holding down the Ctrl key reveals shortcuts for specific functions)
Design and Price
- The tablet is long horizontally, making it feel a bit unwieldy when held that way
- I prefer the more square shape of my old tablet
- It’s pricey, but it’s a premium feature tablet; you can opt for lesser specs if you’re on a budget
Overall, I’m loving my new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ Plus!
