Mobile device maker Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced the launch of Samsung GalaxyTab 620 built on Android Honeycomb 3.2 platform with 1.2 GHz dual core processor at a price of 30,250. "The GalaxyTab 620 with its powerful processor, next generation OS, stylish design and intelligent value added applications make this a faster, lighter and smarter device," Samsung India's Country Head for Mobile and IT, Ranjit Yadav said in a statement.

It has HSPA+ technology which can enable user to download movies and songs, surf the web and play online games while on the move with data speeds of 21 Megabit per second, the statement said. "It takes only 390 seconds to download a 1GB movie and a mere 0.57 seconds to download a 1.5MB photo," the statement said. Beside 3G enabled connectivity, it has option to connect with Wi-Fi which can increases download and streaming speeds by two folds, it added. Weighing 345 gm, the tablet is one of the lightest in its category. At 9.96 mm, its sleek design makes it convenient to carry.

With integrated communication service, users can aggregate contacts, calendar and email with instant messaging and social networking service (SNS). Contacts can be synched with online portals and social networks and manage schedules and events from multiple accounts. "The tablet's Android operating system (OS) provides a greater user experience with a compatibility zoom for non-tablet sized applications," Yadav added. The $136-billion Korean multinational is a global leader in semiconductors (chips), telecom, digital media and digital convergence technologies. It employs about 190,000 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, including India.