The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a solid phone that desperately needs a camera upgrade
We ranked the TOP 6 best Android tablets of 2026 so you don't have to
Samsung's horrendous Galaxy price hike in the US makes me worried, and you should be, too
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A11+ Kids Edition adds guardrails without killing the fun.
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
Get the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of Android
Samsung just launched the Galaxy Tab A11+ Kids Edition, aiming to give parents the tool to let their child use a screen without exposing them to the whole, unfiltered internet.
Priced at $350, this is more than just a regular tablet in a thick case. While the standard Galaxy Tab A11+ is meant for everyone, the Kids Edition costs $100 more and offers parents more control.
It comes with built-in parental controls, so you can manage screen time, approve apps, and set up a safe digital space for your child in just a few minutes.
Inside, the tablet has the same hardware you’d expect. It features an 11-inch display (1920 x 1200) with a 90Hz refresh rate, four Dolby Atmos speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a large 7,040mAh battery that can last up to 15 hours of video. Storage starts at 128GB and can be expanded with a microSD card.
Keep in mind, the 25W fast charger is sold separately.
But what really stands out is what comes in the box. Samsung includes a colorful, protective Kids Cover (available in Red, Blue, Purple, or Royal Blue), stickers for personalization, and a clever accessory called a crayo-pen. This stylus is shaped like a crayon for small hands and comes with a tether to help keep it from getting lost.
Most kids’ tablets become e-waste after about 18 months, but Samsung is taking a different approach. The company promises seven generations of Android OS upgrades and seven years of security updates starting in early 2026.
Get the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of Android
This means the tablet you buy for your 5-year-old to play PBS games could still be running secure, up-to-date software when they are writing essays in middle school. It’s built to last as your child grows.
You can buy the Galaxy Tab A11+ Kids Edition now at Samsung.com, Best Buy, and Samsung Experience Stores. If you prefer Amazon, it will be available there on April 23, 2026.
I have to admit, seeing seven years of support on a mid-range tablet is a welcome change for digital longevity. Still, the extra $100 feels like a parenting tax. It seems like I’m paying for a plastic case, some stickers, and software features that should be standard on every Galaxy device. While it’s good that this tablet will keep getting security updates as your child grows, I know how quickly kids can damage a device. Samsung is focusing on long-term software support, but I suspect the tablet might face other challenges before the 2033 update arrives.
Jay Bonggolto always keeps a nose for news. He has been writing about consumer tech and apps for as long as he can remember, and he has used a variety of Android phones since falling in love with Jelly Bean. Send him a direct message via X or LinkedIn.
You must confirm your public display name before commenting
Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.
Android Central is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.
© Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.