Samsung today announced the launch of Samsung (model name: SGH-i900) and will be available to the market from June 2008. The new i900 It features an ultra-slim 12.5-mm profile and a platinum-look finish that fits snugly in the palm of the user’s hand.
Based on the most up to date Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional operating system, the i900 delivers the ultimate in digital entertainment thanks to a wide 3.2-inch WQVGA LCD screen for viewing videos and slide shows in high-resolution and advanced audio capabilities. MultiCodec support for DivX, Xvid and other video formats eliminates the hassle of file format conversions. Users also have the assurance of a long-life detachable battery for extended playback.
Samsung also comes with a five-megapixel CMOS camera with the latest value-added features, which include auto-focus (AF),face and smile detection and auto-panorama shot. The handset’s generous internal memory (available in 8GB or 16 GB capacity options and extendable slot for additions) ensures ample storage space for digital assets.
Rounding out the fully comprehensive feature set, Samsung also offers GPS, including navigation and geo-tagging capabilities, so users can get their bearings wherever work or life takes them. Pre-installed with Samsung’s patented TouchWiz user interface, users can customise and create unique widgets depends on the way they use their phone.
Samsung (i900) Specifications
- Network: HSDPA (7.2 Mbps), EDGE / GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
- OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
- Display: 3.2″ WQVGA TFT LCD (240 x 400)
- Camera: 5 Megapixel CMOS
- Auto Focus, Image Stablizer, Geo-tagging, Auto-Panorama Shot,
- Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Face Detection, Smile Detection
- Video: DivX / XviD / H.263 / H.264 / WMV / MP4
- Video Editing: Trim video, Audio dubbing, Live dubbing, Add subtitle, Image capture
- FM Radio with RDS
- MP3/ AAC / AAC+ / WMA / OGG / AMR
- GPS
- TouchWiz UI
- MS Office Document Viewer, Advanced PIM Apps, Push Email,
- Auto Rotation, TV Out
- Bluetooth 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi
- 8GB / 16GB Flash + External Memory slot : microSDHC
- Size: 112 x 56.9 x 12.5 mm
- Battery: 1440 mAh
The Samsung will be unveiled at CommunicAsia, Singapore from June 17 to 20 and commercially launched in the Southeast Asian market starting from the same week. The phone will be available in the European market from July.
via [phonemag]
