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Samsung Announces Windows Mobile 6.5 Upgrade for Omnia Series Smartphones
      #34581 - 09/17/09 09:49 AM

Today, Samsung announced plans to release a series of five smartphones in the Omnia family - OmniaPRO B7610, OmniaPRO B7320, OmniaPRO B7330, OmniaLITE (B7300), as well as the already announced Omnia II (I8000) with an updated Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system. More info on the new Samsung Omnia devices:



The Omnia Series will feature five devices: the OmniaPRO B7610, OmniaPRO B7320, OmniaPRO B7330, OmniaLITE (B7300), as well as the already announced Omnia II (I8000) with an updated Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system. Samsung will release the series later this year and announce a set of customized strategies to differentiate and expand sales of each model by appealing to a broad spectrum of user groups.

Within the OmniaPRO lineup, the OmniaPRO B7610 is the premium device, featuring a high-resolution 3.5 inch AMOLED display and QWERTY keyboard. The OmniaPRO B7320 and OmniaPRO B7330 will target businessmen with a QWERTY keyboard and email/wireless internet capabilities. The OmniaPRO B7330 will feature HSDPA 7.2 Mps, HSUPA 2.0 Mps and Windows Mobile 6.5, providing the most versatile option for emailing and wireless internet use. Rounding out the new series, the OmniaLITE will have a user-friendly interface and various multimedia functions for younger users.



Samsung Omnia Series with Windows Mobile 6.5

The Omnia Series devices will re-launch as Windows phones that will empower users more than ever to stay connected and productive while on the go with unprecedented ease of use.

Samsung Electronics plans to feature Windows Mobile 6.5 on all Omnia Series devices after its release, while offering an update to 6.5 on the Omnia II, OmniaPRO B7610, and OmniaPRO B7320, previously shipped with Windows Mobile 6.1. Please contact your mobile operator and/or local Samsung office for updateability details.

All-in-one Redefined: Omnia II (I8000)

The Omnia II is designed for the smartphone user who demands an enhanced and convenient multimedia experience featuring Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional. Featuring the world?s largest 3.7-inch AMOLED display with crystal-clear WVGA resolution, the Omnia II offers unbeatable screen clarity, even in day light.

Complete with larger icons and simplified navigation, Omnia II's User Interface (UI) has been customized to provide touch-optimized usability. Also, the innovative TouchWiz 2.0 UI and 3D effects make enjoying multimedia and multi-tasking convenient and fun. Advanced R Touch (Resistive Touch) enables faster, more accurate response for a touch experience that?s 100% user friendly.

- Omnia II (I8000) was launched early June with Windows Mobile 6.1 and will be updateable to Windows Mobile 6.5 upon the update?s availability.

Simple All-rounder: OmniaLITE (B7300)

The OmniaLITE is designed for users who demand an easy smartphone interface with full support of multimedia, internet, and business features. The TouchWiz 2.0 UI and downloadable online widgets make it user-friendly, while its 3D multimedia player interface provides an enhanced entertainment experience.



OmniaLITE comes packed with a host of powerful business tools and multimedia features. Users have multi-push email access and the Microsoft Office Suite lets users edit and view their office documents on the move. Opera Browser and HSDPA & Wi-Fi connectivity allows users to access the net with ease and speed. Additional features like multi-codec supported high-quality video, a 3-megapixel camera, and A-GPS deliver the complete all-in-one mobile experience

- OmniaLITE will launch in October with Windows Mobile 6.5.

The Work-Life Balance Winner: OmniaPRO B7610

With separate modes for Work and Life, the OmniaPRO B7610 boasts features optimized for both business and play, helping users maintain their work-life balance. Matching balanced performance with balanced design, the hybrid Touch/QWERTY form offers users greater versatility and ease of use.

At play, users can capture their favorite moments with the OmniaPRO B7610?s 5-megapixel camera with smile shot, or enjoy multi-codec supported high quality video on a brilliant AMOLED display. A-GPS with navigation also ensures that users never get lost while travelling to their next destination.

- OmniaPRO B7610 was launched in late July with Windows Mobile 6.1 and will be updateable to Windows Mobile 6.5 upon the update?s availability.

Work smarter with Play in reach: OmniaPRO B7330

OmniaPRO B7330 provides the modern professional with mobile solutions that satisfy both business and personal needs. User?s professional requirements are met by powerful messaging functions, quick internet access and robust business apps, while personal wants are balanced out by providing a good range of multimedia features such as 3-megapixel camera and FM radio, for playtime as well. . Users will enjoy the best of both worlds in a sophisticated form that looks good at work or play.

Users will enjoy OmniaPRO B7330 that features a wide and spacious display, comfortable messaging capability, and intuitive, fast navigation. Mobility has never been more vivid, comfortable, and easy to use

- OmniaPRO B7330 will launch in October with Windows Mobile 6.5.

The Personal Assistant Perfected: OmniaPRO B7320

With its compact design and ergonomic QWERTY keypad, the Samsung OmniaPRO B7320 is a portable messaging center which lets users carry their inbox with them wherever they go, with corporate push email support.



For those who value networking and maintaining relationships, the OmniaPRO B7320 boasts social networking applications like Facebook and MySpace as well as instant messaging support for MSN, Google Talk and Yahoo Chat.

- OmniaPRO B7320 was launched late July with Windows Mobile 6.1 and will be updateable to Windows Mobile 6.5 upon the update availability.




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Re: Samsung Announces Windows Mobile 6.5 Upgrade for Omnia Series Smartphones [Re: Tong Zhang]
      #34582 - 09/17/09 09:55 AM

Here are the specs for the Samsung Omnia series smartphones:

Omnia II (I8000)

Network
HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76Mbps
EDGE/GPRS850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
UMTS 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz

Display
65K WVGA AMOLED Display (3.7?, 480 x 800)
Advanced R-type Touch Screen

OS
Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional

Camera
5 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus / Dual Power LED
Face Detection / Smile Shot / Mobile Blogging / Geo Tagging / Photo Editor

Audio
Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA) / WMDRM, OMA DRM 2.1
Find Music (Music Recognition) / Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)
FM Radio with RDS / 3.5Φ earjack

Video
Video Format Support (DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
Video Recording & Playing (30fps@ D1(720x480))
Video Editing (Trim video, Audio dubbing, Live dubbing, Add subtitle)

Value-added Features
A-GPS with Navigation (3D Map) / LBS
TouchWiz UI with Mobile Widget / 3D Media Gate
Multi-task manager / 3D Interactive Games

Connectivity
Bluetooth v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi

Memory
Internal Memory : 2GB/8GB/16GB
External Memory : microSDHC (up to 32GB)

Size
118 x 59.6 x 12.3 mm

Battery
1500 mAh

Talk time: Up to 6.5 hours (3G) / Standby time: Up to 470 hours (3G)


OmniaPRO B7610

Network
EDGE / GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 / HSDPA 3.6 Mbps

OS
Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional

Display
16M WVGA AMOLED Display (3.5?, 480 x 800)

Camera
5 Megapixel CMOS
Auto-Focus, Panorama Shot, Best Shot

Video
WMV / MPEG4 / H.263 / H.264 / DivX / XviD
Video recording
Video Editing: Image capture, Cut Video Part, Paste Video Part

Audio
FM Radio with RDS
WMA / MP3 / AAC/ AAC+/eAAC+ / OGG / AMR
Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)

Value-added Features
Fast Speed CPU (800MHz), QWERTY Keyboard, Work & Life Mode
GPS with Navigation
DNSe, Multi Push Email, DLNA , TV Out, Office Mobile, Business Card Recognition, Mobile Widget

Connectivity
Bluetooth v2.0 EDR / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi

Memory
1GB Internal Storage + External Memory slot : microSDHC (up to 32GB)

Size
112.6 x 57.8 x 16.2 mm

Battery
1500 mAh


OmniaPRO B7320

Network
HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
EDGE/GPRS850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz

Display
65K QVGA TFT Display (2.4?, 240 x 320)

OS
Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional

Camera
3 Megapixel CMOS

Audio
Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
FM Radio with RDS / Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)

Video
Video Format Support (H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
Value-added Features
A-GPS with Navigation / Pressure Sensor based Up/down Scrolling

Connectivity
Bluetooth v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi

Memory
Internal Memory : 70MB
External Memory : microSDHC? (up to 16GB)

Size
111.8 x 59.8 x 12.6 mm, 103g

Battery
1480 mAh


OmniaPRO B7330

Network
HSUPA 2.0 Mbps
EDGE/GPRS850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz

Display
65K QVGA TFT Display (2.62?, 320 x 320)

OS
Windows Mobile 6.5 Standard

Camera
3 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus

Audio
Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
FM Radio with RDS / Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)

Video
Video Format Support (H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
Value-added Features
A-GPS with Navigation / Pressure Sensor based Up/down Scrolling

Connectivity
Bluetooth v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi

Memory
Internal Memory : 270MB
External Memory : microSDHC (up to 32GB)

Size
114.9 x 59 x 10.8 mm, 107g

Battery
1500 mAh


OmniaLITE (B7300)

Network
HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
EDGE/GPRS850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz

Display
65K WQVGA TFT Display (3.0?, 240 x 400)

OS
Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional

Camera
3 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus

Audio
Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
FM Radio with RDS / Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP)

Video
Video Format Support (DivX, Xvid, H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
Value-added Features
A-GPS with Navigation

Connectivity
Bluetooth v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi

Memory
Internal Memory : 250MB
External Memory : microSDHC (up to 32GB)

Size
107 x 51.8 x 12.9mm, 103g

Battery
1500 mAh


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