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duty of switching it on and logging in again. Moreover, in notebook mode, the keyboard only allows two angles — 115 and 155 degrees ( I actually had to use an online protractor to measure it) — and that might prove uncomfortable for some. And forget about holding the whole thing on i ts keyboard base; i t’s creeky on the 115 degree angle and will totally lie down flat on 155; it’s just so fragile. Want more beef? Because of the positioning of the magnet on the keyboard, you won’t be able to close the device at will — you need to snap the tablet off it before you can close it. With all these issues, we’re grateful it’s a full- sized keyboard at least.

On the bright side, the performance is great. Battery life, in my mixed- use test, gave a shade under seven hours. And its speakers are also pleasantly good.

AND SO...

The Samsung Galaxy Tabpro S is a great find, although you would almost certainly not feel the same with that keyboard- cover. It’s annoying, and I’m surprised Samsung missed it. If it weren’t for that, convenience would fully describe this device.

alvin@ khaleejtimes. com

THE LOWDOWN

Processor Intel Core M, dual- core 2.2GHZ Memory RAM - 4GB; storage - 128/ 256GB Platform Windows 10 Home/ Pro Display 12" FHD+ samoled multi- touchscreen, 216 x 1440 ( 216ppi) Camera Main/ front - 5MP Battery Up to 10.5h; fast- charging Connectivity Up to LTE Cat 6; Wi- Fi, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1; USB Type- C, 3.5mm audio Price From Dh3,899 Pros Slim and light, good battery life, solid display Cons Only one USB port; almost everything about the keyboard Author’s rating 8/ 10