Question 1

Why do the gold and white options of this newer model only have lollipop and not marshmallow?

Accepted Answer

All S2 models that begin with SM-T713 are shipped with Android marshmallow. The SM-T710 models are the older models that did not ship with marshmallow and have Samsung Exynos processors. Quite confusing as both are listed as "Tab S2" models. Hope this helps!

Question 2

When was model released

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The early versions of the Tab S2 (SM-T710 and T810) were released in 2015, have an exynos chip set, and ran on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop (now upgraded to Android 6 Marshmallow.)The latest versions of the Tab S2 (SM-T713 and T813) were just released in mid 2016, have a snapdragon chip set, and run on Android 6 Marshmallow out of the box.

Question 3

Sorry im not so tech savvy...why is this one about $100 cheaper that the other 8" s2 on amazon? What's the difference?

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The price depends on who is the vendor.  Your best price is from Amazon (as the vendor.)  When Amazon runs out of inventory (temporarily) other vendors listing on Amazon are highlighted, almost always with higher prices.  When this occurs, just wait a few days, and see if Amazon (as vendor) restocks.Add the above to the fact that Amazon now sells two new versions of the Tab S2 -- at pretty much the same price as the older versions.  However some vendors listing on Amazon are still selling the old versions -- at higher prices than the new versions.How to tell the new versions fro the old versions:9.7" screenNew: SM-T813 (runs on Android 6.0 MarshmallowOld: SM-T810 (runs on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop8.0" screenNew: SM-T713 (runs on Android 6.0 MarshmallowOld: SM-T710 (runs on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop

Question 4

Does this product work well in an infrared suana?

Accepted Answer

I recently had a infrared sauna built in our beach house and have not used my tablet inside yet.
However my close friend whom happens to be a Samsung engineer informed me that to aquire the best performance 
With this device inside of my IR sauna. One would be wise to place such device inside of a 1200 watt microwave oven for exactly
39 seconds. Thus protecting all components from excessive moisture. Please share your results with us all. BEST of luck

ASIN	B01DXVKR5U
Age Range Description	Adult
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Battery Average Life	10 years
Battery Capacity	22.6 milliamp_hours
Battery Cell Type	Lithium
Best Sellers Rank	#201,651 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2,973 in Computer Tablets
Brand	Samsung
Camera Description	Front, Rear
Cellular Technology	GSM
Color	White
Compatible Devices	Samsung Smart TV, microUSB-compatible devices
Compatible Flash Memory Type	microSD
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,077)
Digital Zoom	4 x
Display Resolution Maximum	2048 x 1536 pixels
Display Type	LED
GPS Geotagging Functionality	GPS, Glonass
Generation	Android 6
Global Trade Identification Number	00887276166285
Graphics Coprocessor	Adreno 510
Graphics Description	Dedicated
Hardware Interface	Bluetooth
Headphones Jack	3.5mm Stereo
Human-Interface Input	Touchscreen
Included Components	Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, travel adapter. microUSB cable, quick start guide
Item Part Number	SM-T813NZWEXAR
Item Weight	13.6 ounces
Lithium-Battery Energy Content	22.6 watt-hours
Manufacturer	Samsung IT
Memory Slots Available	1
Memory Storage Capacity	32 GB
Mfr Part Number	SM-T813NZWEXAR
Model Name	Galaxy Tab S2
Model Number	T818V
Model Year	2016
Native Resolution	2048x1536
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Operating System	Android™ 6.0 Marshmallow
Operating System Family	Android
Processor Brand	Samsung
Processor Description	Exynos 7 Octa (7870)
Processor Speed	1.9 GHz
RAM Memory Installed	3 GB
RAM Size	3 GB
Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution	8 mp
Screen Size	9.7 inches
Size	9.7-Inch
Specific Uses For Product	personal, gaming, business
Style Name	Tablet
Total Usb Ports	1
UPC	887276166285
Unit Count	1 Count
Video Capture Resolution	4K UHD (3840x2160) @30fps
Warranty Type	Manufacturer's warranty
Wireless Compability	802.11abg
Wireless Technology	Wi-Fi::Bluetooth::Wi-Fi Direct::NFC

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T813NZWEXAR 32GB 9.7" Tablet w/ 8MP Camera - White

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