Samsung's New Tough Devices: What to Expect

Samsung appears to be cooking up a storm with two upcoming rugged devices. Rumors suggest a new Galaxy phone and tablet are on their way, possibly under the XCover and Tab Active brands. Let's dive into what we know so far. An unannounced Samsung phone has popped up with the model number SM-G766B. If history is any guide, this could be the next Galaxy XCover, maybe even the XCover 8 Pro. Considering the Galaxy XCover 7 was launched in January, it makes sense that Samsung is gearing up for a release sometime in 2025.But that's not all. Samsung is also tinkering with a new rugged tablet. Though we don't have a model number yet, insiders are hinting at the name Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro. This is odd since Samsung usually varies the naming conventions between Pro and non-Pro models. For example, the Tab Active 3 came before the Tab Active 4 Pro, and the Galaxy XCover 7 might be followed by the XCover 8 Pro. So, what can we expect from the new Tab Active? Probably a durable design, support for the S Pen, and a suite of business tools for all kinds of work environments. As for when we'll see this tablet, it might share the stage with the upcoming Galaxy XCover 8 Pro phone in mid-2025. Keep in mind, these devices typically aren't flashy in terms of raw power, but they are built to handle rough conditions and are budget-friendly.