Well, it looks like the Motorola Droid isn’t the only device getting some update love, now is it? We just got official word from Samsung that the Galaxy Spica (I5700), a phone recently released around the globe, is getting updated to the latest version of the Android mobile Operating System by the end of this month. That’s pretty exciting, considering that the device launched with 1.6. That’s without a doubt the fastest update we’ve ever seen, especially for an Android-based device.
The update is obviously bringing a lot of great new features, along with some improvements to the system as a whole. It’s still rocking the speedy processor, along with all of the integrated Google services that you’ve come to expect from an Android device. While it’s great that the update is rolling out to the devices, there’s a bit of a speed bump in front of your upgrading pleasure. Instead of it being an Over the Air (OTA) update, it looks like you’re going to have to use PC Studio 7 (which came on a disk with the device) in order to get the update. Not a huge deal, but still, we like our things delivered to us. (Where’s that silver platter!?)
So, here’s the deal: You’re getting no less than nine (9!) screens, which you can obviously change up as much as you want, with whatever widgets you so desire. And thanks to the upgrade in versions, your Spica will now allow you to take full advantage of augmented reality applications, such as Layar. It also features patented Samsung widgets, along with some other standardized features, like the PC sync, so that you can synchronize your information quickly and easily. What we’re most interested in though, is the Media Browser, which allows you to browse the media on your device in a quick, easy, and fashionable way. As for the update itself, it’s rolling out in Germany first in March, and then gradually rolled out to the rest of the countries where the Spica is available. We’re not sure what that means in time, but hopefully it’s sooner than later.
Samsung Delivers World of New Experiences With Upgraded Galaxy Spica
Android 2.1 gives Galaxy Spica new functionality and unrivalled user experience
SEOUL, Korea – March 17, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced it has upgraded its powerful Galaxy Spica (I5700) smartphone to harness the power of thelatest version of AndroidTM, Android 2.1. The smartphone now offers users a galaxy of new features and an unrivalled mobile experience.
The Galaxy Spica retains all the features inherent in the successful Galaxy Spica (I5700), such as seamless connectivity and access to GoogleTM mobile services, multimedia functionality and speedy processor performance
“Lovers of the Galaxy Spica appreciated the ease with which they could access their contacts and personalise their experience – our upgraded handset offers all this and much more; a rich and rewarding and powerful mobile experience,” said JK Shin, President and Head of the Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics.
The upgrade will be available via PC Studio 7, Samsung’s unique in-house software upgrade program. PC Studio 7 was included in the package of Galaxy Spica or can be downloaded at the Samsung mobile website (http://www.samsungmobile.com).
Enhanced User Experienced
The Galaxy Spica becomes a highly intuitive communications device offering users the option to personalise no less than nine side-scrolling screens. Users can really let their imaginations run wild, creating different home screens according to different personal interests or requirements.The handset now features augmented reality technology that displays real-time digital information of your surroundings over the view-finder of the Galaxy Spica’s 3 megapixel camera. The Galaxy Spica also features Samsung widgets, Visual bookmark and PC Sync support to enable users to synchronise their devices quickly.
Enhanced Multimedia and Messaging Functionality
The handset now comes with a number of enhanced multimedia features which transform the Galaxy Spica into a personal entertainment device. Media browser allows you to browse through your media collection with ease. The camera has been upgraded to offer enhanced picture options and viewing functionality.Improved messaging functionality means that it is much easier to attach files to MMS and email that users can easily add contacts to messages direct from the phonebook. Improved contact management enables users to find a necessary contact very easily through the alphabetical index.
The upgrade will be available from March 2010 in Germany and gradually rolled out to other European markets, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Asia, Africa and rest of the world.
