yesterday officially lifted the lid on their third and what a phone this thing is shaping up to be. Following in the footsteps of the Galaxy and , the latest addition to Samsung’s Android portfolio continues the solar system theme going under the name of the . But what makes this latest Android handset worthy of your attention with the likes of the and about to launch? Read on to find out what makes the Galaxy S tick…
The Galaxy S is a phone with a design that’s undoubtedly Samsung, mirroring recent addition’s to the Omnia range. However, dismiss this as a bog standard touchscreen at your peril. The i9000 Galaxy S sports a Super AMOLED touchscreen display (as debuted in the upcoming ) but ups the dimensions to a whopping 4.0 inches. For those unfamiliar with the new Super AMOLED technology Samsung have pioneered, it’s basically an advancement that is thinner than traditional AMOLED units allowing for the display to be closer to the surface which aids in the visual quality and responsiveness of the touchscreen. In short, it looks and feels fantastic.
Not content with adding a best in class display, Samsung have also thrown in the very latest version of Android, version 2.1 (or Eclair), and a speedy 1GHz processor to ensure everything runs smoothly. In keeping with the , the Galaxy S boasts 7 customisable home screens that can be populated with all sorts of widgets, shortcuts and web feeds whilst four ever present icons sit at the bottom of the screen providing easy access to the most frequently used areas of the phone. With Android really coming of age in the last few updates pushed out, Samsung couldn’t have chosen a better time to unveil their flagship Android device.
In addition to a stunning display and superb operating system, the Galaxy S also boasts a slew of multimedia options and a top notch camera. The Galaxy S includes 8GB of internal storage plus a memory card slot supporting up to a 32GB memory card, a 3.5mm audio jack, MP3 music player and DivX support. Additionally, the i9000 Galaxy S includes a 5.0 Megapixel camera with a whole host of extras such as face and smile detection plus the feature of the moment; 720p HD video capture! Throw in GPS, HSDPA and Wi-Fi and it’s clear that Samsung are gunning for the HTC Desire with the Galaxy S.
The Samsung Galaxy S is penciled in for launch in quarter 2 of this year. to register for updates and keep an eye on the for all the latest info.
With less than 24 hours to go before the finally launches and arrives in stock at , we thought we’d take this opportunity to whet your appetite just that little bit more with a juicy promo video of the potential -killer in action.
The phone, which is already an early contender for phone of the year, is brimming with top of the range features, from the latest and HTC’s excellent Sense UI, to the powerful 1GHz processor and gorgeous 3.7 inch AMOLED with multi-touch. But enough talk, check out the video below and start drooling. And if you haven’t done so already, it’s not too late to pre-order your own HTC Desire. to check out some of our fantastic offers.
With first stock expected next week, the is now available to pre-order at if you want a refresh of what you can expect from the X10 read on below…
The X10 is a very sleek and stylish looking , with the touchscreen dominating the front of the handset. There are only three buttons on the front of the phone - options, menu and back. The majority of commands are actioned with use of the .
Running on the Android OS, you can take advantage of downloadable apps available from the Android Market as well as Google services such as Google Maps, Google Search and Gmail. These apps can be enjoyed fully thanks to the 4.0 inch touchscreen which displays very sharp and clear images.
The 8.1 megapixel camera which has built in auto focus, multiple face detection, smile detection, image stabiliser and a powerful flash will always capture quality photos. The 4.0inch touchscreen display will also do your photos justice, and you will want to share your finished results with others.
With a 1GHz processor the Xperia X10 benefits from very fast speeds, so downloading and running numerous apps on the handset can be done instantly with little slow down. With Wi-Fi, and also built in, you have the whole package with the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10.
Available to pre-order on , and , we have a range of great deals on offer so now and reserve your today!
With stock due on Friday, those of you who have already pre-ordered the are nearing the end of what has no doubt felt like an age waiting for what is arguably the most eagerly anticipated handset release of 2010, ahead of even the yet-to-be announced iPhone 4G from Apple. But what is it that has put the Desire on so many people’s wish list?
Well, for the uninitiated, the Desire is the branded version of the (which actually produces anyway) but with a few minor improvments thrown in for good measure, namely an optical trackpad in place of the trackball offering superior accuracy and comfort for scrolling and navigating. The biggest difference between the two, comes in software form however, with the Desire running HTC’s own Sense UI over the top of Andriod 2.1; the same Operating System as the Nexus One.
Aside from the changes listed above, there isn’t much else different; both the Desire and the Nexus One sport the same 3.7 Inch WVGA AMOLED capacitive , 5.0 megapixel camera with an LED flash and the latest version of ; Android 2.1. The Desire is the first handset released this year that is truly a contender for best smartphone currently on the market; raising the bar for all other manufacturers, even Apple.
So, fancy getting your hands on the Desire? We don’t blame you. It can be yours absolutely Free on a ?25 a month contract which will get you 600 minutes and Unlimited texts, and you’ll even get 5 months Half Price Line Rental by redemption, plus you’ll be one of the first to get your hands on this awesome phone. for more details. Hurry, with limited stock arriving on Friday, you’ll need to act fast to reserve yours now!
One of the stars of last months Mobile World Congress was undoubtedly the , the super slim that looks destined to bring to the masses. And without doubt, the standout feature was of course the amazing Super AMOLED display which was hands down the best screen we’ve ever seen on a . But just what is it that makes this new Super AMOLED technology so super? Well, Samsung are on hand to educate us, kindly releasing the following video explaining the virtues of Super AMOLED over traditional AMOLED and TFT displays.
Check it out for yourselves below and take our word for it that the Samsung Wave looks even better in the flesh. Samsung’s first SUPER AMOLED phone is set to launch in April which is only a matter of weeks away. to register for updates and keep an eye on the for more information as soon as we get it.
have officially announced the first member of the new Cseries range; the . Having done the rounds in numerous spy shots and leaked images and hinted at way back when name, the C5 enters Nokia’s range as the phone to bring the Symbian operating system to the masses. Will it succeed? Read on for our first look at the new C5.
Aesthetically, the C5 bears a striking resemblance to the 6300, one of Nokia’s most popular and successful launches in the companies history. Sporting a candybar form factor, the C5 boasts a large finger-friendly keypad and sharp 2.2 inch display. So on the outside, the C5 could easily be mistaken for yet another candy-bar feature phone but on the inside it’s a totally different story.
The C5 runs series 60 pitching it as a fully functional smartphone only with a feature phone design, size and, most important of all, price. Download apps from Ovi Store, pull in Facebook status updates to your contacts list and launch instant messaging conversations from your home screen. As a Symbian smartphone, the C5 also benefits from with Ovi Maps pre-installed, offering free voice guided in-car and on foot navigation.
The premium features don’t stop there. The C5 includes HSDPA connectivity ensuring the aforementioned app downloads and web browsing are lightening quick. Nokia have also found room for a 3.15 Megapixel camera with Flickr support, MP3 music player and FM radio, a 3.5mm audio jack, Bluetooth and expandable memory. Throw in up to 12 hours talk time and a staggering 26 days of standby and it’s obvious Nokia are on to a winner with the C5.
Expected to launch in the second quarter of 2010, to register for updates and keep an eye on the for more information as soon as we know more.
After being announced in the US just over a month ago now, those waiting on the news of the iPad in the UK will be pleased to know some prices have been confirmed…
For the 16GB Wi-Fi enable version this will cost you ?389, ?439 will bag you the the 32GB Wi-Fi variant, whilst if you have a spare ?489 why not splash out and go for the 64GB Wi-Fi Model.
At first glace, these prices appear to be rather high; if you convert the US prices directly into sterling, the prices for these devices come in at ?326, ?391 and ?456. If you consider that the US prices exclude VAT and international shipping costs, it doesn’t make our UK prices seem too bad.
There are no details yet about 3G device prices. Keep an eye on for updates.