Galaxy Note 8 specs :

8.0”1280×800 TFT (Super Clear LCD)
1.6 Quad-Core CPU
2GB RAM
16/32GB storage with microSD up to 32GB
5 Megapixel Rear camera, 1.3 megapixel Front Facing camera
3G : HSPA+21.1Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps (850/900/1900/2100)
BT 4.0, USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, A-GPS
Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
Battery4600 mAh battery
211.3×136.3×7.95mm @ 330 gram

Looking at photo, it’s got a slim bezel like the iPad Mini. This could be a popular device for Samsung, but android does need sort out dedicated tablet apps still.