Galaxy Tab 10.1 Pre-Order at Staples for July 22nd (Updated)

On Staples Canadian site we have spotted the Galaxy Tab 10.1 edition going up for pre-sale.

Pre-Order price of $499 for the 16GB tablet is a very decent price to pay. for this high powered device they list the following.

• Android Honeycomb 3.1 platform increases productivity by allowing you to perform different functions at the same time
• Offers a superlative experience with the thinnest and lightest screen table available
• At just 1.25 lb (565g) and 8.6mm slim, this tablet is a breeze to handle
• High definition 10.1″ screen delivers excellent screen sharpness
• Movies, photos and programs pop to life on the tablet screen with its 1280 x 800 display, boasting a pixel density of 149ppi
• Features Live Panel customizable home screen, so content can be instantly accessed from the home screen with real-time data updates
• Whether browsing the web or viewing online multimedia content, see it all with Adobe Flash player support
• Readers Hub provides access to millions of book titles, thousands of newspapers and magazines in multiple languages- everything you need for your e-reading experience
• Music Hub lets you rock out, get groovy or relax to some easy listening
• Dual speakers surround the tablet screen to create a surround sound effect
• Social Hub lets you easily manage and have real-time access to email, instant messaging and social networking accounts through one convenient portal
• Preloaded Polaris Office lets you view, edit and create various documents including PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Enjoy both front and rear-facing cameras built into the tablet- convenient for video chat with a client or friend, or simply capturing great photos
• Dimensions: 6.9″(H) x 10.1″(W) x 0.3″(D)
• Weight: 1.25 lb.
• 1-Year limited warranty

Do you own an Android tablet already? Or is this going to be the one that makes you take that first step.  I don’t think I will be pre-ordering, but I probably pick up one of these bad boys to complete my Android lineup and toss the iPad to the side.

Update: Bestbuy and Futureshop also confirm pre orders for July 22