In a recent turn of events, Samsung inadvertently unveiled the monikers of its upcoming tablets, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+. The revelation occurred through the source code of its website and Google search results, giving enthusiasts an accidental glimpse into the company’s forthcoming offerings.
Moniker Confirmation Through Source Code
Samsung’s inadvertent confirmation took place on a dedicated page that showcased key features of the Bixby assistant. At the bottom of Samsung’s French website, the names of the upcoming tablets, Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+, were inadvertently exposed. This discovery was further substantiated by images shared by noted tipster Roland Quandt, showcasing the monikers of the impending tablets. Interestingly, Google search results for Samsung India and Samsung Malaysia also displayed the monikers, adding more weight to the unintentional disclosure.
Price for Tab S9 FE 6/128GB Wi-Fi only model in India: 63000 INR. https://t.co/0HylvHwBKA
— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) August 4, 2023
Accidental Price Hint
Alongside the moniker revelation, a price hint for the upcoming tablets was inadvertently dropped. According to the tipster, the Wi-Fi variant of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE is expected to be priced at approximately Rs 63,000. This variant is anticipated to feature 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. While Samsung has not officially acknowledged the existence of these FE series tablets, the unintentional leak has sparked considerable anticipation and speculation.
Tab S9 FE+ FCC Certification
The buzz surrounding the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ was amplified when it was recently spotted in the FCC certification. The FCC listing provided a glimpse into some key specifications of the device. Among the notable features revealed in the certification are the tablet’s support for 45W fast charging, compatibility with S-Pen and keyboard accessories, and a dual-camera setup. Schematics shared in the listing also suggest the presence of a dual-speaker configuration.
Insights into Tab S9 FE+ Specs
According to earlier reports, the Tab S9 FE+ is expected to boast a 12.4-inch display and house the in-house Exynos 1380 SoC. The device is likely to feature a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and will measure 285.4 x 185.4 x 6.54 mm in dimensions. CAD renders of the tablet revealed sleek bezels around the display, accentuating the tablet’s modern design.
Vanilla Galaxy Tab S9 FE
Additionally, a vanilla version of the tablet, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE, is also expected. This model might feature a smaller 10.9-inch IPS LCD display, powered by the same Exynos 1380 SoC. The chipset is speculated to be accompanied by up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The device is projected to run on OneUI 5.1 based on Android 13 out of the box.
Awaiting Official Confirmation
While these accidental leaks have certainly piqued interest and anticipation among tech enthusiasts, it’s crucial to note that they are not yet officially confirmed by Samsung. The company’s decision to remove the monikers from its website suggests that a formal announcement might be on the horizon. Until then, enthusiasts and industry watchers eagerly await official word from Samsung regarding the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+ tablets.
