Samsung Unveils its Latest Mobile Phone Line Up at Gitex 2008
The new Innov8 and Omnia on display
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading mobile phones and telecommunication equipment provider, unveiled the latest additions to their mobile phone portfolio exhibited at Gitex.
“Throughout this year, Samsung has focused on launching feature packed mobiles that add value to our consumers’ lives and needs. Today we offer a wide range of mobile phones with stylish designs driven by innovative technology,” said Sandeep Saihgal, general manager, Hand Held Phones Division, Samsung Gulf Electronics. “Samsung has successfully anticipated the growing role for consumer electronics in consumers’ lives, while recognising the importance of self-expression in the development of its products.”
Mr. Saihgal continued, “At Gitex this year, Samsung’s flagship models are Omnia and Innov8. In line with our previous launches, Samsung’s Omnia brings together high performance business content, top of the range style and a fun, dynamic multi-media experience, to ensure consumers are always connected both at home and at work. The Samsung Innov8, the first ever 8 megapixel camera phone, offers the user top of the range camera technologies, a surround-sound cinematic video experience, the best mobile internet browsing experience and mobile gaming capabilities.”
Samsung Omnia
The new Samsung Omnia allows the user to switch seamlessly between Microsoft Outlook email and productivity applications that replicate the look and feel of their PC - with a stroke of their finger.
Based on the most up to date Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional operating system, Samsung Omnia provides the consumer with a mobile extension to their PC experience, with access to MS Office documents such as PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Users can also send and receive email and manage their appointments in Outlook while on the go. The Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional operating system means users can download additional programs as they would on their PC and customise it for their individual needs. For ease of navigation an optical mouse similar to those on laptop computers offers improved usability and one-handed control.
Samsung’s patented TouchWiz user interface makes entering data and text simple. With unique widgets, users can customise and personalise the way they use their phone. Samsung Omnia comes with a built in high resolution touch-sensitive screen uses intuitive tap, sweep, drag and drop operations as well as an on-screen QWERTY keyboard. It also facilitates easy and convenient calling and texting with a dedicated dome key for controlling communications.
Omnia 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. Omnia is also equipped with GPS technology.
Equipped with a five-mega pixel CMOS camera with the latest value-added features, Samsung Omnia 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.
Omnia presents Samsung’s leadership in design. With maxi-phone capabilities, it boasts a slender, chic form, so users can step out in style. 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. The elegant hairline patterns on the back of the phone bring the perfection in style.
Samsung Innov8
Samsung Innov8 takes mobile handset photography and multimedia experience to new heights.
Recognized as Samsung’s first ever 8-megapixel camera phone, the new Innov8 enables the user to capture and store precious memories in style. Using the latest in imaging applications such as smile shot, blink shot and face recognition, the memorable moments can be stored in their best quality. Users can enjoy personalizing and editing their photos, videos and music with Movie Maker and Story Board applications. The handset also acts as a digital photo frame, allowing users to display their favorite images
Samsung Innov8‘s crystal clear 2.8” 16M color LCD, is perfectly designed to provide users with the best possible photography, video and gaming experience on-the-go. The 8G or 16GB flash and external memory slot provides up to additional 16G provides sufficient contents storage. The mobile phone comes with a 1200mAh battery with long life to provide the user with the luxury of enjoying all the multimedia experience.
Supporting a wide range of video player formats including DivX, WMV, Real Player and MPEG4, users can enjoy an exciting pocket cinema experience. Its external dual speakers and 3D surround sound supported by DNSe 2.0, make every video clip and movie more realistic than ever.
Samsung Innov8 is also ideal for enthusiastic gamers. It comes pre-embedded with two of the world’s most famous games, Asphalt and FIFA 08. The handset has been chosen as the official phone for the World Cyber Games 2008.
Samsung Innov8 offers the best ever mobile web browsing experience. With an optical mouse and 4-way navigation key, users can enjoy PC-like browsing experience. Both HSDPA high speed Internet and WiFi connection offer convenient and seamless internet experience wherever users are.
The phone is equipped with a GPS technology, offering navigation and geo-tagging service. It also comes with the Symbian OS V9.3, S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2, which helps users to easily download various ready-made applications for Symbian mobiles.
