samsung

The Samsung SGH-i616 from Rogers has received today a Windows Mobile 6.1 update. Key features of Windows Mobile 6.1 include:

• Instant messaging-like texting;
• Improved Internet browsing;
• Simpler e-mail and Bluetooth setup;
• New Home screen interface;
• New Getting Started Center;
• Security enhancements;
• Easier Wi-Fi connection;
• More personal choice

The full feature list can be found at Microsoft's official site.

We have a list of specifications for the upcoming Samsung i7110, which was first seen in August. The phone will probably be launched during Symbian Smartphone Show that will take place in London within 20 days from now, then we'll find out the exact release date.

Ok, the Samsung i7110 specs will include:

• 3G (HSDPA) support, GSM/EDGE;
• Symbian S60 9.

The Samsung i780 has landed on AT&T under a different name, the Samsung i907 "Epix". Atleast that's what they say on this AT&T's training poster snagged by Boy Genius. According to it, the training date is scheduled on October 23rd, which means we won't have to wait much.. Specifications should be similar to those of the i780 model:

• UMTS/HSDPA;
• 320x320 pixel touch screen;
• GPS;
• 2Mpix camera;
• Wi-Fi;
• Windows Mobile Professional 6.

Samsung has launched its two latest clamshell handsets, the SCH-W570 and SPH-W5700. Each features a dual 2.2” touchscreen with dedicated UI, which offers you the same experience no matter whether the handset is closed or open. This means you won't have to open the handset to access your data or multimedia content. Other features include support for 3G GSM/WCDMA networks, and 3Mpix camera.

Verizon will be releasing their new Samsung Sway U650 on October 14th. Specifications are nothing special:

• 2Mpix camera;
• Music player;
• microSDHC slot;
• Bluetooth connectivity

Be advised, EV-DO support seems to be meesing, so you won’t be able to enjoy over-the-air Music Download with Verizon.

Verizon has added the new Samsung U430, a slightly upgraded version of the U410, to its lineup today. Only the color scheme was changed, apparently, as both models offer the same features: 128x160 internal display, VGA camera, Mobile Web 2.0,  Media Center (aka Get-it-Now), Bluetooth, and NO microSD slot, again. The phone is available for $99 after a $50 rebate with a 1-year contract, or free ($79 price - $79 on line discount) with a 2-year contract.

LG and Samsung have both joined the Android party. Unfortunately, the first Android-based handsets from these manufacturers won't be available until Q3 of 2009. I guess they just want to make sure that T-Mobile's G1 is indeed a success.

This AT&T-branded ugly little cell phone is the new Samsung A637 codenamed “Milky”. It was first spotted last week, but thanks to CellPhone Signal today we have a full set of its specifications:

• Dual-band EDGE and Dual-band WCDMA (850MHz/1900MHz);
• User friendly, menu-driven access to features and options;
• Bluetooth wireless access with A2DP;
• 1.

Apparently this is the Samsung Delve. These pictures have surfaced today, and we see here U.S Cellular branded hybrid of the Samsung Instinct and the F480. Pricing details are unavailable, but according to speculations the phone should be available sometime in mid-November. Specifications include:

• 3.0″ touchscreen display;
• On-scree

The Samsung Pixon/Bresson has benn announced today. This touchscreen 8Mpix cameraphone will be available in two weeks in France, followed by other European and Asian markets in the near future. There was no word on the North American release, and the pricing still remains unknown.