Samsung’s product manager for the Samsung Reclaim, Casey Ryan said while talking to a New York Times reporter, that the users can expect to get their grip on Android powered touch screen devices, priced well below US $100. There was no mention about whether Samsung will be offering the devices or not. Also, there were no more details regarding the devices. But, if this report is to be believed, then we can expect to see Android devices all over the place.
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If you are a regular at xda-developers, you would be knowing that some time back in April, a senior member had posted “I work for a wireless developer firm and I have just received word from the US carrier (cannot disclose who yet) that the release date for the HTC Hero (Android) is October 11th 2009.” Now, that was amazing. But, the announcement seems to be fruitifying now. Have a look at the picture below :
There are not one, but two devices awaiting an Octber 11th release. But, what is Samsung Q ? Is it some mysterious device or is it, the much heard-of, Samsung i7500 ? We had also heard that Samsung is working on an Android-powered 4G device. Does that mean, Samsung Q will have 4G ? Lets wait and watch.
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We had a lot of speculation about Galaxy, or the Samsung i7500. But, some time back, HTC had officially announced its plans to launch Galaxy aka Samsung i7500 in Germany. And now, the device has been finally launched in Germany, with O2 being its sole carrier and priced at less than $100 US.
The device has very impressive features, and was one of the most awaited devices of the year. Now that it has been released, it remains to be seen how well it is being accepted in the Germany market.
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Samsung i7500, probably the first Android device, is out on a video now. Sometime back, we had reported that the Samsung i7500 awaits a June release in the European market. And, as per the report, it had quite impressive features.
So, how about a video of one of the most awaited phone of the year which gives you an overall feel of the device ? If that’s what you have been waiting for, then you have landed at the right place.
Here’s a video of the phone :
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About a month back, we had got some speculation that Acer is planning to launch an Android powered phone by the year end. Today, Acer confirmed the news.
As per reports, the company plans to sell 10 models of smartphones this year, with all BUT ONE using Microsoft’s Windows Mobile software. Acer’s Aymar de Lencquesaing said at the Global Technology Summit in Paris, “Late 2009, we’re releasing a smartphone… full touch, at the price of feature phones today”.
There are many other companies, like HP, Samsung, Motorola, etc. who are planning to launch Android powered devices. So, the competition in the Android market seems to be quite happening. But, it still remains to be seen, who wins the race.
A couple of days back, we had reported that the Samsung i7500 awaits a June release in the European market. But, did you know that the device is expected to be launched in Switzerland, in the month of July.
Also, the pricing has been announced. It will be available at a price of 699 CHF (Swiss Francs) without a contract, that equates to $630.
Here’s a translated report of the original Samsung press release :
“Open is not: SAMSUNG I7500 presented with its first Android phoneZurich, 28 April 2009 – SAMSUNG Electronics has launched the Samsung I7500 is the first among the leading mobile phone manufacturers a Android phone on the market. The smartphone with a full-Touch AMOLED display offers high-speed Internet access to various Google services, and much scope for individual design. The Samsung I7500 is in Switzerland from July 2009 to a non-binding target of CHF 699 – (without contract) is available.
“SAMSUNG has been one of the first members of the Open Handset Alliance, and was therefore very keen for the most innovative Android handset to market.” As JK Shin, Executive Vice President and Head of Mobile Communication Division SAMSUNG Electronics. «With Samsung technology leadership and the consistent strategy of all available operating systems to support, I am convinced that we offer our customers the largest selection and thus offer the greatest benefit.”
“With Android, we offer an operating system to the user a high degree of freedom and individuality possible. In combination with technical finesse, elegance and a variety of multimedia functions, the device is definitely sexy. “, Says Martin Wallner, head of telecommunications at Samsung Electronics Austria.
Google with Highspeed
The Samsung I7500 features a 3.2 inch wide full touch screen AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode) that provides sunlight even with a color reproduction is guaranteed. About HSDPA and WiFi connectivity, access to the full Internet browser, and numerous other Google services like Google ™ Search ™, Google Maps ™, Gmail ™, YouTube ™, Google Calendar ™ and Google Talk ™ at breathtaking speed. The integrated GPS receiver allows features such as Google Maps My Location, Latitude, Google, Street View, Local Search and Route Description comfortably underway to use. In addition, the Android market, hundreds of applications. For example, examines the application Wikitude – a mobile travel guide – information about places at the relevant Wikipedia page, and displays the searched data on the mobile phone.
Perfect Multimedia phone with long battery duration
Thanks SAMSUNG technology leadership is the I7500 with the latest multimedia features. The 5-megapixel camera with autofocus and LED guarantees high-resolution photos. The Music Player plays all common formats, like MP3, AAC, e-AAC +, WMA and RealAudio audio. Videos are in MPEG4 format, WMV or H.263 or H.264, and play. With Bluetooth 2.0 and USB 2.0 allows the user a wireless headset or transfer files. The 8 GB internal memory of 32 GB using a MicroSD card to 40 GB can be expanded, there are numerous photos, videos and MP3 files place. A powerful 1500mAh battery ensures long operating times.
The Samsung I7500 is from June 2009 in Europe and likely from July in Switzerland on a non-binding target of CHF 699 – (without contract) is available.”
A couple of hours ago, we had posted a news that T-Mobile G1 v2 is going to be a Motorola device and not a HTC device. As stated by a trusted source involved in the distribution chain :
And, if you think about it practically, why would HTC allow another manufacturer to name its device second version of an HTC device ? Moreover, T-Mobile G1 v2 is being seen as a successor of T-Mobile G1. So, it makes more sense, atleast to me, that it would be manufactured by HTC.
Do you want to have a look at one of the most awaited Android phone of the year, Samsung i7500 ? If yes, then you have landed at the right place. The guys at tech65.org had the privilege to get a hands-on experience with the Samsung i7500 at Sail, Singapore.
Some time age, we had news about Samsung i7500 releasing in June this year. Then we got official news about the device to be launched in Germany.
And today, here’s a video of Samsung i7500, running the Android 1.5 cupcake :
via [tech65]
Samsung’s first Android phone, I7500 has been officially announced and slated for a June release.
Just a day back, we had rumours about the I7500 being the first android phone by Samsung. But today, it has been officially announced by both Samsung and O2 Germany. The specifications are:
Here are some live images of the phone :
It seems Samsung has sensed the craze surrounding the Android. May be that’s the reason, we have got rumors of Samsung releasing atleast 3 Android devices by end 2009. We are not sure of the regions where it will be launched. But possibilities are that it will be for the US and the European market.
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