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Tech'-A-Bite: The Samsung Galaxy Round
SEOUL - Samsung Electronics Co Ltd on Wednesday launched the world's first smartphone with a curved display, a variant of the Galaxy Note which moves the Asian giant a step closer to achieving wearable devices with flexible - even unbreakable - screens.
Curved displays are on the frontlines of Samsung's innovation war with rivals such as Apple Inc and LG Electronics Inc, as the South Korean firm seeks to expand its lead in the slowing market for high-end smartphones.
"It's a step forward for having unbreakable gadgets and flexible devices eventually. But for now, the new phone is more of a symbolic product," said Hana Daetoo Securities analyst Nam Dae-jong, adding that Samsung did not yet have capacity for large-scale production of curved touch-screens for the new Galaxy Round.
The Galaxy Round is Samsung's attempt to gauge consumer appetite for curved phones although its lack of other eye-catching features means it is unlikely to be a hit, he said.
"I don't think it'll be massively compelling enough for gadget buyers as ... the curved display doesn't come with many unique features," he said.
The Galaxy Round's 5.7-inch (14.4-centimetre) display has a slight horizontal curve and weighs less than the Galaxy Note 3, allowing a more comfortable grip than other flat-screen models on the market, Samsung said in a statement.
Its key features include a tilt function which allows users to check information such as missed calls and battery life, even when the home screen is off. Users can also scroll through media files by pressing the screen's right or left, the company said.
The phone initially would be available only in South Korea and no decision had been made about releasing it in other markets.
DESIGN CHALLENGES
Curved displays open up possibilities for bendable designs that could eventually transform the high-end smartphone market, where growth has slowed amid competition from low-end producers.
Samsung's Galaxy Gear smartwatch released last month has a flat screen, but the company is hoping to have the technology to make more attractive and wearable devices in what is shaping as a key battleground for consumer electronics companies.
Technology firms have yet to figure out how to cheaply mass produce the parts and come up with display panels that can be thin and heat-resistant. Batteries also have to take new forms to support flexible screens that can be rolled out, attached to uneven surfaces or even stretched. The battery in the Galaxy Round is not curved, Samsung said.
Competition is heating up with Samsung's cross-town rival LG Electronics planning to introduce a smartphone with a vertically curved display in the first week of November, a source familiar with the matter said this week.
Its components affiliate, LG Chem, said on Tuesday it had started commercial production of a curved battery for use in the device.
The firm also said it has developed a battery in cable form, suitable for wearable devices, and expected to start commercial production within the next couple of years.
Technology analysts and media reports say Apple is working on a smartwatch, potentially with a curved screen, but there has been no word from the California-based company about its plans.
Samsung's new curved-screen phone, available through South Korea's biggest mobile carrier SK Telecom Co Ltd, costs 1.089 million won ($1,000).
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Tech'A Bite: The New Samsung Galaxy S4 (i9500)
GALAXY
S4 brings everyone closer together
The Samsung GALAXY S4 is all about
'togetherness'. It brings people
together when they're apart. Friends
can share screens as well as explore
each other's favorite music, files
and games. The Samsung GALAXY S4 not
only overcomes barriers of distance
but also breaks down language barriers.
GALAXY
S4 simplifies everyday tasks
The ultimate productivity device -
the Samsung GALAXY S4 is designed with the well-connected, multi-tasker in
mind. Call a friend, answer the phone, preview and scroll through emails and
control videos without even touching the phone. When you connect your Samsung
GALAXY S4 to your home entertainment system, it can suggest TV programs based
on what you like. Access your personal HomeSync system from all devices and
remotely share with friends and family.
The
phone that adjusts to you. Not the other way around
The Samsung GALAXY S4 understands how
important our health is. It can help achieve our fitness goals by monitoring
your fitness levels during workouts and throughout the day. It also cares for
our general health with sensors that automatically adjust the display and
volume - depending on how you are using the phone - to ensure the optimal
experience.
Specifications
Network/Bearer
and Wireless Connectivity
Infra
LTE 4G
2G
EDGE / GPRS (850 / 900 / 1800 /
1900MHz)
1900MHz)
4G
LTE Cat 3 (800 / 850 / 900 / 1800 /
2100 / 2600MHz)
3G HSPA+ (850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz)
2100 / 2600MHz)
3G HSPA+ (850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz)
Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Direct Yes
Bluetooth Profiles BT 4.0 (PBAP, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, OPP,
SAP, HID, PAN, DI, MAP)
NFC
Yes
Connectivity Support DLNA, MHL 2.0
PC Sync. KIES, KIES Air
Technology FHD sAMOLED
Color Depth 16M
Size
5"
Resolution 1920 x 1080
OS
Android
Display
Technology FHD sAMOLED
Colour Depth 16M
Size
5"
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Technology FHD sAMOLED
Colour Depth 16M
Size
5"
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Chipset
CPU Type Quad
CPU Speed 1.9GHz
Memory
16GB (User memory approximately 9GB)
Camera
Camera Resolution(Rear) CMOS, 13MP
Camera Resolution(Front) CMOS, 2MP
Flash
Power LED (1EA)
Auto Focus Yes
Sensors
Accelerometer, Geomagnetic, Gyro, RGB
light, Barometer, Proximity, Gesture, Temperature & Humid
Physical
Specification
Dimension (HxWxD) 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9mm
Weight 130g
Color
White Frost / Black Mist
Connectors
USB
USB 2.0
Earjack 3.5mm
External Memory Slot MicroSD Slot (up to 64GB)**
SIM Support Micro SIM (3FF)
Connector Micro USB (5V, 2A)
MHL
Yes
Battery
Standard Battery 2600mAh
Internet Usage Time(3G) Up to 8 Hrs
Internet Usage Time(LTE) Up to 8 Hrs
Internet Usage Time(WI-FI) Up to 10 Hrs
Video Playback Time Up to 11 Hrs
Audio Playback Time Up to 62 Hrs
Talk Time(W-CDMA) Up to 17 Hrs
Standby Time(W-CDMA) Up to 370 Hrs
Standby Time(LTE) Up to 320 Hrs
Location
AGPS, GLONASS
Services and Applications
Samsung Apps Yes
Music Hub Yes
Readers Hub Yes
Game Hub Yes
ChatON, mFluent IM ChatON
ActiveSync Yes
Audio
and Video
Video Format MPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivX, DivX3.11, VC-1, VP8, WMV7 / 8, Sorenson Spark, HEVC
Video Resolution Full HD (1080p) Video Playback
Video Frame rate 30fps
Audio Format MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR-NB / WB, OGG, FLAC, AC-3, apt-X
(Bluetooth)
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