Thursday, September 24th, 2009
Tata DOCOMO, the GSM brand of Tata Teleservices Limited, and Samsung Mobile today announced the launch of the first Android-powered Samsung mobile phone with in-built Google Mobile Services-Samsung Galaxy (I7500)-in India. Samsung Galaxy is a cutting-edge Smartphone, featuring a 3.2″ AMOLED full touch-screen and 7.2 Mbps HSDPA and WiFi connectivity, providing users access to Google Mobile services and full Web browsing at excellent speeds.
“TATA DOCOMO is a young brand that recently rolled out GSM services across eight circles (so far),” Mr. Deepak Gulati, President, TATA DOCOMO, said “When we launched our services, we had promised our subscribers that we would bring to them the best products and services-products that will stand for innovation and a pioneering spirit, and which would offer them convenience and simplicity. Living up to that promise, we are launching the Samsung Galaxy with one-touch Google Mobile Services (GMS). This launch marks the beginning of TATA DOCOMO’s relationship with Samsung. We will continue working together to launch more innovative mobile offerings for Indian consumers on the Tata DOCOMO platform,” he added.
Announcing the launch, Mr. B D Park, Director – Telecom, Samsung India Electronics Pvt. Ltd. stated: “We are very happy to be launching the Company’s first Android-powered mobile phone with Google Mobile Services in partnership with TATA DOCOMO. This powerful device will allow consumers to fully experience all mobile based Google applications on this phone. With its innovative features, Samsung Galaxy will offer a strong value proposition to discerning TATA DOCOMO customers.”
Samsung Galaxy (I7500) offers users access to the full suite of Google Mobile Services, including Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Google Calendar, Google Talk and Android Market. The integrated GPS receiver enables comprehensive use of Google Maps features, such as My Location, Google Latitude, local search and detailed route description. Thousands of other applications are available in the Android Market. “Applications from the Android Market can be downloaded and installed on to this mobile over the air, without the use of a PC, thereby opening up an entire new world to the user.” states Mr. Asim Warsi, GM- Marketing, Samsung India Electronics Ltd.
Under an exclusive tie-up, Samsung and Tata DOCOMO are launching this complete touch-screen, lifestyle phone in all the Circles where Tata DOCOMO has kicked off its GSM services, with an attractive consumer offer of 500 MB free download per month, for a period of six months. “At TATA DOCOMO, our promise has been to provide a refreshingly different experience to our fast-growing customer base,” Mr. Sunil Tandon, Regional Head, TATA DOCOMO, said. “The launch of the Samsung Android is part of that endeavor-to provide subscribers with a world-class product that lets them experience the vast range of applications of the Android Market.”
Based on Samsung’s proven product leadership, Samsung I7500 comes with latest multimedia features. The large and vivid 3.2″ AMOLED display ensures brilliant representation of multimedia content and an enjoyable full-touch mobile experience.
Along with supporting a 5-megapixel camera and various multimedia codec formats, the I7500 also provides a long battery life (1500mAh) and generous memory capacity (Internal Memory of 8 GB and Expandable External Memory up to 32 GB) to enjoy all the applications and multimedia content. The phone also boasts a slim and compact design-it is a mere 11.9mm thick.
Tata Docomo has launched its services across eight telecom Circles in the country already, and the same has been received with great enthusiasm. Samsung Galaxy will target the tech-savvy and up market consumers who are always on the move and need to have constant access to information, entertainment and interactive mobile experience. Samsung Galaxy comes at a special introductory price of Rs 28,990 in the Indian market.
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No.1 mobile phone provider in the U.S., and Alltel Wireless, announced the availability of the Samsung Freeform (SCH-r351). The Freeform is a sleek and stylish bar phone with a variety of appealing capabilities for Alltel Wireless customers.
The Samsung Freeform boasts a large 2.2 inch QCIF color display that makes pictures pop for a better viewing experience and is available in two color options, teal and red wine. The four-row QWERTY keyboard and multiple messaging options feature threaded text entry, which lets users send text messages instantly. Freeform users can access their favorite applications by clicking on customizable navigation keys.
The Freeform allows users to play individual music files or create full playlists, replicating a standalone MP3 player experience. The handset is equipped Stereo Bluetooth Wireless Technology allowing users to truly go wireless and an expandable memory up to 16GB.
Additional key features of the Samsung Freeform include:
• Slim Bar Design with Four-row QWERTY keyboard
• Teal and Burgundy Color Options
• Music Player
• Stereo Bluetooth Wireless Technology
• Multiple Messaging Options with Threaded Text Messaging
• Web-enabled
• GPS-enabled with Alltel Navigation
• Expandable Memory up to 16GB
• Speakerphone
• Voice Recognition
• Dimensions: 2.4″ x 4.42″ x .50″
• Main Display: 2.2″ QCIF, 262K TFT LCD
Additionally, the Samsung Freeform offers various wallpaper and ringtones options through Alltel Shop. The Freeform also provides access to games, ringtones and wallpapers through downloadable content, as well as advanced voice recognition and speakerphone for easy, hands-free communication.
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Friday, September 11th, 2009
Samsung Mobile USA has announced the release of a new messaging phone, called Samsung Freeform SCH-R351 and available via Alltel. The Freeform is actually the Samsung Link, released in early August by Bell Canada.
Coming in two color versions (teal and burgundy), the Samsung Freeform features a four-row QWERTY keypad. It also has a 2.2 inch QCIF (176 x 144) display, threaded messaging, GPS with Alltel Navigation, stereo Bluetooth, Music player, Web browser, voice recognition, and MicroSD card support (up to 16GB).
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Thursday, September 10th, 2009
DivX, Inc, a digital media company, and Samsung Electronics Co. LTD, a leading mobile provider, today announced the launch of Samsung’s first DivX Certified MP3 player, the R1, the newest edition to Samsung’s BEAT line of portable media players. Now available in Russia and Europe, the R1 is designed to playback high-quality DivX video.
DivX technology produces highly compressed video suitable for mobile platforms that require minimal storage for the highest quality experience possible. Consumers can playback any DivX video stored in the device’s internal memory. The slimmest player in the Samsung BEAT line, the R1’s 2.6-inch screen display is available with 8 or 16 GB of storage space, making it ideal for consumers on the move.
“We have long recognized the value of DivX technology and have incorporated it into many of our CE devices for the home, including digital TVs, Blu-ray and DVD players,” said Jooho Song, Vice President at Samsung Electronics. “By obtaining DivX Certification of our latest multimedia player, we’re giving our customers the freedom to enjoy their DivX video libraries when they’re on the go.”
“With DivX technology, the Samsung R1 packs an amazing amount of high-quality video into an incredibly small package that consumers can take with them everywhere they go,” said Eric Rodli, Executive Vice President, Licensing at DivX. “We’re pleased to expand our relationship with Samsung and look forward to making the R1 the first of many DivX Certified portable media players from this market leader.”
Products that bear the DivX Certified logo have undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX media experience, including reliable video creation and playback, interoperability with other DivX Certified devices and the visual quality users expect from DivX.
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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009
If you’re a Sprint customer in need for a new and affordable phone, you should know that the third largest US carrier has just launched the Samsung M240, which might be exactly what you want. Presented as a fashionable flip phone, the M240 comes with features like: internal and external displays, Web browsing, voice dialing, and up to 6.5 hours of continuous talk time.
Samsung M240 can be bought from Sprint online, for only $19.99 with a contract agreement for two years. Sprint has also introduced a set of new eco-friendly accessories. In consequence, as of today, customers can by a new All-In-One Vehicle and Wall Charger (pictured below) for $39.99, or an Eco-Friendly Universal Case (made from cotton and linen) for $19.99.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Samsung has expanded its S Series of external hard drives by another two members – the 3.5″ S3 Station that holds a 2TB hard drive within, while the S2 comes with a 2.5″ 640GB portable hard drive inside.
No idea on pricing, but we do know that the S2 will arrive sometime thismonth while the S3 Station will only hit the market sometime early next year. Security-wise, you need not worry as both new hard drives will offer similar security features that have been incorporated in other S2 Portable and S1 Mini drives including Auto Backup, SecretZone and SafetyKey.
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Thursday, August 20th, 2009
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the market expansion of the Omnia II (model name: I8000), an all-in-one Smartphone based on Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional.
Launched on July 15 in Singapore, where its predecessor Omnia was unveiled last year, the Samsung Omnia II is in great demand by eagerly awaiting fans. The Samsung Omnia II began selling in other Asian countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam in July, and will be launched in over twenty further countries during August, including The Netherlands, China, Australia, Turkey and The United Arab Emirates.
Armed with the latest technology including an ultra fast 800MHz application processor, crystal-clear WVGA AMOLED display and more, the Omnia II enhances Samsung’s reputation in the growing Smartphone market.
“Samsung has made a great effort to reinforce its leadership in the Smartphone market over the past several years and the success of Omnia II is proof of our continuous efforts,” said Younghee Lee, Vice President of Marketing, Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. “I strongly believe that Omnia II satisfies the needs of consumers who want it all – efficiency at work, communications with their loved ones, fun multimedia experiences and style for any occasion.”
“The powerful multimedia capabilities in the Samsung Omnia II, combined with the familiar, easy-to-use Windows Mobile software, give customers a single, versatile phone for work, home or play,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager of product management, Microsoft Corp.
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Monday, August 3rd, 2009
Samsung Electronics Hong Kong Co. Ltd. today marks a new chapter in mobile handset innovation with the SAMSUNG Anycall Jet S8000H, which offers user versatile mobile experience with its 3D Multimedia Cube and powerful pioneering features of the phone including the world first 3.1″ WVGA AMOLED brilliant display and the fastest 800Mhz fast application processor in the feature phone segment.
Billy Chen, director of Sales and Marketing, Telecommunication Team, Samsung Electronics Hong Kong, elaborated: “SAMSUNG Anycall Jet S8000H provides a seamless and unrivalled mobile experience as a result of our accumulated technology leadership and pursuit of perfect craftsmanship. I believe that the Jet S8000H answers the calls of today’s mobile users who want smart features and an intuitive user experience. This device perfectly reflects our consumer-oriented strategy.”
User-friendly User Interface with Unique Features: Based on the idea of intuitive speed, SAMSUNG Anycall’s latest improved TOUCHWiZ user-interface together with 3D Multimedia Cube of the Jet S8000H gives an unrivalled and dynamic user-experience and includes iconic new features such as Motion Gate (motion sensor activated functions and games), 3x TOUCHWiZ UI (3 page customizable desktop)and the innovative A-Z Smart Unlock function. This function allows users to unlock the phone and access functions or perform actions directly by drawing a preset alphabet from A to Z on the locked screen including speed dial. This combination of speed and convenience is truly unrivalled.
The 3D Multimedia Cube is a 6 sided cube shaped shortcut menu which allows user to access six key multimedia features, including Photo album, Music player, Video player, FM Radio, Games and Internet – simply by rotating the six-sided cube on the screen with a touch of their finger. The movement is smooth and fluid due to the powerful 800MHz fast application processor. Users can also control phone functions by action movements of tapping, tilting or flipping the handset with the use of SAMSUNG Anycall’s motion sensor engine – Motion Gate, including activating the speaker phone function simply by placing the handset on a flat surface anytime during the call duration.
Ultra Brilliant Display with AMOLED: The Jet S8000H boasts world firsts not only in performance speed but also in display technology. It offers the world’s first and pioneering 3.1″ 16M WVGA AMOLED display, which provides ultra brilliant mobile viewing experience. The WVGA (480 x 800 pixels) AMOLED screen delivers a resolution that is four times higher than a WQVGA (240 x 400 pixels) screen.
In addition to the perfect natural color display quality of AMOLED display under all lighting conditions including below piercing sunlight, the Jet S8000H’s ultra brilliant display has a 180° viewing angle for all round viewing experience. Additionally, the AMOLED technology consumes less energy than a mobile phone equipped with a TFT-LCD display, extending battery life for the Jet S8000H user for more multimedia enjoyment.
Powerful, Fun and Easy-to-Use Features: Unlike many multi-functional mobile phones that sacrifice form factor for features, the Jet S8000H packs all of these into a sleek body and stylish 11.9mm slim frame. The phone also delivers a host of multimedia features including a 5.0 mega-pixel camera with advanced camera features such as Smile Shot, Face Detection, Blink Detection, Anti-Shake and comprehensive shooting modes and scenes including the popular panorama.
Enjoy music enjoyment on the go with DNSe & SRS Sound Effect technology (enables WOW5.1Ch Simulation using headphone) for superior sound quality. For a complete movie experience, look no further as this device supports multi-codec including DivX for hassle-free DVD light video downloading and viewing. A truly complete device, it even comes with navigation tools in the form of GPS and global positioning system that supports A-GPS.
Connects You to the World with Advanced Internet Browsing Experience: Leading in advanced user-experiences, the Jet S8000H is designed with powerful features including HSDPA 3.6 Mbps fast download and Wi-Fi support, which enable users to connect to the world anytime, anywhere, enjoying multimedia entertainment seamlessly.
The advanced TOUCHWiZ user interface supports Online Widget, other than the preloaded widgets in Jet S8000H, users can also download more widgets to their phone with the “More Widgets” function. Jet S8000H is preloaded with popular social networking sites Online Widgets including Facebook, MySpace, Picasa, YouTube, Flickr etc. Iaddition, using the Communities function, users can upload photos or videos to those popular social networking sites with one click. Other useful Online Widgets include weather updates and search engines. With the Jet S8000H, sharing and connecting with the rest of the world is simply a touch away.
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Monday, July 27th, 2009
Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced the commercial availability of the Samsung Mondi, the most advanced Mobile WiMAX-enabled handheld device in the U.S. The touch screen Mondi, which is Latin for “world”, is designed for use with the Clear Mobile WiMAX service from Clearwire in the activated markets of Atlanta, Las Vegas, Portland, OR and future WiMAX markets.
The Samsung Mondi can harness upload and download speeds that double comparable devices running on 3G networks while taking advantage of the widespread connectivity of Mobile WiMAX. The Mondi is also equipped with WiFi, allowing users to keep strong wireless connections while working outside designated Mobile WiMAX markets.
Available in a solid black finish, this device slides open horizontally to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard. The Mondi is packed with multimedia features that offer instant access to E-mail, Internet, video content and business applications. The device also supports various services including Fring, Gypsii, and Windows Live Messenger. The Mondi is equipped for GPS Navigation through Route 66, providing turn-by-turn directions.
The Mondi’s compact design provides the user with a more mobile form factor and ease-of-use than the typical laptop or netbook. While it is small enough to fit into the user’s hand or pocket, the Mondi packs an impressive Web browser, powered by Opera 9.5, which takes full advantage of the device’s 4.3-inch touch screen.
“The Mondi is a perfect example of the powerful and stylish innovation that Samsung is bringing to the U.S. mobile market, said Omar Khan, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Product Management for Samsung Mobile. “The Mondi packs productivity tools, entertainment options and content management applications into a compact device that is flexible and intuitive.”
The Mondi is completely customizable, thanks to a set of widgets that can be dragged and dropped anywhere on the display screen for easy viewing and use. The Mondi is also an excellent device for work or for play. WiFi connectivity offers the business user fast and simple connections to Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile and many other vertical business applications outside the Clear service area.
“With the Samsung Mondi, people can take advantage of powerful broadband speeds to access familiar, easy-to-use software like Microsoft Office Mobile on a sleek, new mobile Internet device,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager of the Business Experiences Team at Microsoft Corp.
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Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009
Samsung Electronics today unveiled a variety of new notebook PC products, signalling its commitment to grow its regional market presence in the mobile computing segment. The new premium, high-performance line-up includes five different models from the X and R Series notebook PCs and N Series netbooks that will cater to a wide spectrum of consumers and business users.
“Samsung is well-recognised globally for its design-focused notebook PCs that come with cutting-edge technologies. With this reintroduction, Samsung is now able to provide a complete PC computing solution to our customers and realise our commitment of providing advanced mobile computing designs of the highest reliability and quality,” said Mr. Moon Sung-Hyun, Managing Director, Samsung Asia.
Building on Samsung’s success to date, the company’s foray into the notebook PC market is a strategic move to extend its leadership and propel regional growth in the IT segment. Samsung is already the market leader in monitors and the number two player in A4 laser printer market in Southeast Asia and Oceania. By expanding its IT product offerings to include notebook PC, Samsung intends to tap on the dynamic growth of this region and enhance its presence in the regional IT industry.
Recent consumer research showed that consumer lifestyles and habits have changed significantly in the last few years. Moving away from desktops, consumers increasingly want stylish, compact and light notebook PCs resulting in the popularity of ultra-thin notebooks and netbooks. Samsung’s new line-up matches these needs.
Despite the slowing economy, global notebook PC shipments grew 10 per cent year on year in the first quarter, according to iSuppli. IC Insights’ Integrated Circuit Market Drivers Report 2009 further projects that notebook PC shipments will rise 13 per cent to 156 million systems this year. In particular, Display Search is forecasting a 66 per cent year on year growth in the netbook category to exceed 27 million units globally in 2009.
With its track record in providing the best-in-class hardware and software solutions for optimal performance and its partnership with Microsoft, Samsung is well-placed to capture market share in this growing segment.
“Samsung’s new notebook PCs are a great addition to the market, offering attractive choices for consumers,” said Mr. Dave Fester, general manager of marketing in the OEM division at Microsoft. “Windows software is perfectly matched to each of Samsung’s broad range of notebook PCs to complete the ultimate computing experience for consumers.”
“Samsung’s new range of notebooks bring a kaleidoscope of innovative form-factors, finishes and colour options to consumers who want more personalization in their notebook designs,” said Ms. Rupal Shah, APAC sales director, Intel Technology Asia. “Coupled with enhanced performance and extended battery life capabilities consumers expect with Intel-based processors, these new Samsung introductions will help augment the growth of the notebook market segment in Asia Pacific.”
The launch of Samsung’s new notebook PC line-up into the Southeast Asia and Oceania market will contribute to the company’s targets of doubling its global growth in the notebook PC segment this year and achieving a top five ranking in the notebook PC market in five years. Its computer business is also targeting a compound annual growth rate of 60 per cent through to 2012.
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