Samsung Electronics America has extended its Galaxy line of handheld and portable devices portfolio with addition of two new Galaxy Tab 2 and two new Galaxy Players.

The Galaxy Tab 2 Series are available in both 10.1" and 7.0" screen sizes and powered by dual-core processor and latest version of Android – Ice Cream Sandwich operating system.

Tab 2 7.0 comes with a 1024-by-600 screen resolution, 8GB internal storage, microSD slot for additional storage, 1-GHz dual-core processor, VGA front-facing camera, and 3 megapixel back camera.

The devices feature an integrated IR blaster for universal remote capabilities, an accessible memory card slot, Google Play or Media Hub and Adobe Flash support.

The Smart Remote App and built-in IR Blaster turns the Tab 2 into a universal smart remote, helping users browse through their favorite shows.

The two new Galaxy Players are available in 4.2 inch WVGA screen or 3.6 inch HVGA screen variants, gaming, videos and music and easily connect to Wi-Fi hotspots anywhere to get instant access.

The new Galaxy Players also enable users to play their own video and music in a variety of formats, connect to other devices using USB 2.0 or Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity, or load the device via a micro SD card.

In addition, the Galaxy Players also comes with Android 2.3, Gingerbread and dual-stereo speakers (on the Galaxy Player 4.2).