Samsung announced the launch of Samsung OMNIA (model name: SGH-i900). .OMNIA, means 'everything' in
Latin and 'wish' in Arabic, will be
available to the market from June 2008.
The new Samsung OMNIA allows users 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 on the touch screen and sync with Windows apps. The i900 is a quad-band phone that operates on both W-CDMA and GSM, and supports 7.2 Mbps HSDPA data speeds.
Samsung OMNIA has 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.
Other features:
- 5-megapixel CMOS camera with the
latest value-added features, which include auto-focus (AF), face and
smile detection and auto-panorama shot. - Internal memory (available in 8GB or 16 GB
capacity options and extendable slot for additions) - GPS, including navigation and geo-tagging capabilities.
- Network: HSDPA (7.2 Mbps), EDGE / GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
- OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
- Display: 3.2" WQVGA TFT LCD (240 x 400)
- Video recording: Video Editing: Trim video, Audio dubbing, Live dubbing, Add subtitle, Image capture
- Audio: FM Radio with RDS, MP3/ AAC / AAC+ / WMA / OGG / AMR
- Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)
- MS Office Document Viewer,
- Advanced PIM sync
- Push Email,
- Auto Rotation
- TV Out
- Connectivity,
Bluetooth 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi - Memory: 8GB / 16GB Flash + External Memory slot : microSDHC™
- Size: 112 x 56.9 x 12.5
- Battery: 1440 mAh
The Samsung OMNIA will be unveiled at CommunicAsia, Singapore from
June 17 to 20 and commercially launched in the Southeast Asian market
starting from the same week. The phone will be available in the
European market from July.
Based on the most up to date Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
operating system, Samsung OMNIA gives users 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 customize 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.
The One and Only mobile with everything in touch
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. The Samsung OMNIA's 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.
Samsung's pursuit for design perfection
The Samsung 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.
Geesung Choi, President of Samsung Telecommunication Business,
said: "I am very excited to introduce Samsung OMNIA, a mobile device
that truly delivers the best possible features for today's busy,
connected consumer. Samsung OMNIA demonstrates our vision for the
Samsung mobile business, which is to provide premium phones for users
who desire functionality, style, usability and entertainment in one
innovative device. The OMNIA mobile range will help users to be at the
forefront of work and play and at the same time, to stay connected
anytime, anywhere."