Samsung launches Galaxy Note 10.1 amidst ongoing patent trial with Apple

London - South Korean mobile maker Samsung has launched a new tablet, the Galaxy Note 10.1, even
as it battles a 2.5 billion dollar patent trial against tech giant Apple.

The patent trail involves both Apple and Samsung, accusing each of copying its technology and designs.

Samsung's new Android tablet distinguishes itself from the iPad by featuring a stylus and a screen, which can measure 24 levels of pressure sensitivity.
 
According to the BBC, Galaxy 10.1 also allows a split-screen mode in which two apps can be used at once.

In addition, Samsung has opted to retain a look, which it introduced in 2011 placing wider bezels along two of the device's sides. The feature was created after a German court temporarily banned earlier models for infringing Apple's tablet design, the report said.

The iPhone-maker had reportedly accused Samsung of "slavishly" copying its iPhone and iPad designs, while the latter responded by filing a suit, accusing Apple of unlawfully using the 3G technologies patented by it.

Apple is also claiming a total of 2.5 billion dollars in damages and royalty fees for seven patent breaches, in addition to other trade violations, by Samsung.