Samsung Announces Android-Powered Galaxy Spica (I5700) Smartphone
IT News Online Staff
2009-11-16
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. has officially announced its newest Android-powered smartphone, the 'Galaxy Spica' (I5700). The Samsung Galaxy Spica offers seamless connectivity, highlighted by smooth access to Google mobile services and easy connection to popular social network sites such as Facebook and MySpace.
The company said the Galaxy Spica shows faster and more powerful performance than ever before by providing an 800 MHz application processor, so users can enjoy a variety of applications that can be downloaded from the Android Market.
"Samsung has made a great effort to strengthen our smartphone line up with a wide range of innovative products for every user," said J. K. Shin, Executive Vice President and Head of the Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. "The Samsung Galaxy Spica, powered by Android, is the perfect fit for users who want to enjoy a powerful and fast mobile experience."
The Samsung Galaxy Spica provides an exceptional multimedia experience by supporting DivX for the first time on Android-powered phones to eliminate the hassle of file format conversions. Equipped with DNSe 2.0 for better sound quality and 3.5 mm ear jack, the Galaxy Spica offers the fully comprehensive multimedia feature set. Moreover, a long enough battery life (1500 mAh) allows its users to enjoy all the applications and multimedia content. The phone also boasts its slim and compact design with mere 13.2 mm thickness.
The Samsung Galaxy Spica supports the full suite of Google services, including Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube and Google Talk, letting users enjoy the familiar desktop computer experience while on the move.
The Samsung Galaxy Spica is now available in Europe, CIS and will be expanded to MEA region.
Samsung Galaxy Spica (I5700) Specs:
- Network: HSDPA 3.6Mbps (900/2100), EDGE/GPRS (850/900/1800/1900)
- OS: Android (ver. Android 1.5)
- Display: 3.2" HVGA (320 x 480 pixels) TFT
- Camera: 3 MP Camera (Auto Focus)
- Video/Audio: Video: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV, DivX; Audio: MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA
- Value Added Features: Full Web Browser, Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Google Talk, Android Market, 3.5 mm Ear jack, GPS
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 2.1, USB 2.0, MicroUSB, Wi-Fi
- Memory: Internal memory: 180 MB, External memory: Micro SD (Up to 32 GB)
- Battery: 1500 mAh
- Size: 115 x 57 x 13.2 mm
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