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"Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 Review & First Impressions"
Hey everyone, Drew here. Today, I’m taking a look at the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360, specifically the 13-inch Mystic Navy model. I picked this up to be my primary personal laptop alongside my Galaxy S21 Ultra, and I’ve been excited to see how well the two devices work together.
Right out of the box, the packaging is clean, minimal, and premium-looking. Under the hood, this model packs an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB PCIe SSD. At around $1,400 in the U.S., it sits in a competitive price range, so naturally I’m curious to see how it compares to other premium Ultrabook's. What makes it stand out, though, is its ultra-portable design, AMOLED touchscreen, Samsung ecosystem integration, and the fact that it includes an S Pen in the box.
Opening everything up, Samsung keeps things simple. You get a USB-C fast charger, a USB-C cable, and the S Pen. It’s refreshing to see the pen included rather than sold separately, especially when some competing devices charge extra for that accessory.
The first thing that struck me when I picked up the laptop was how incredibly light it is. This is the kind of device you can toss into a backpack, carry around all day, or slip into a briefcase without even thinking about it. Of course, when a laptop is this thin and light, there are always compromises with ports. That said, Samsung still managed to include enough connectivity for most everyday users.
And yes, there’s still a headphone jack. For anyone who prefers wired headphones or simply wants the option, it’s nice to see Samsung keeping that feature around.
On the bottom, you'll find AKG-tuned speakers. Bottom-firing speakers aren't usually my favorite design choice because they often lack the immersive quality of upward-firing speakers. However, this is just a first look, so I'll reserve judgment until I've spent more time listening to them.
Before powering it on, I spent a few minutes checking out the keyboard, trackpad, and hinges. The keyboard has a clean, minimalist layout that's comfortable to use, while the trackpad feels responsive with a satisfying click. Since this is the 360 model, the display folds all the way back into tablet mode. The hinges feel surprisingly sturdy, with very little wobble or flex. Holding it in hand, the overall build feels solid and well-engineered.
Once powered up, the laptop came with Windows 10 pre-installed. I planned to upgrade to Windows 11 almost immediately, mainly because I wanted to see how the updated interface and touch-friendly features would work on a convertible device like this.
Samsung also includes several useful apps out of the box, including Quick Share, Alexa, and other Samsung ecosystem features. After getting everything set up, I installed my usual software, including Google Chrome and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, and the system handled everything smoothly.
One thing I’m less enthusiastic about is the S Pen storage solution. Since the laptop is so thin, there’s no built-in slot for the pen. Instead, it attaches magnetically to the back of the device. While the magnet is reasonably strong, it’s not the most secure solution, and I can easily see myself forgetting or misplacing the pen over time.
Overall, my first impressions are very positive. The Galaxy Book Pro 360 delivers a premium design, excellent portability, a beautiful display, and useful productivity features in a remarkably lightweight package. The glossy finish does attract fingerprints, so you'll find yourself wiping it down occasionally, but that's a minor complaint considering everything else this laptop offers.
So far, it feels like Samsung has put together a very compelling convertible laptop. I'll spend more time with it before giving a final verdict, but early signs are definitely promising.
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