The latest handsets come with numerous interesting features and alluring designs which fulfill several communication and entertainment requirements. Samsung collaborates with Verizon Wireless to unleash its stylish Continuum phone, adorning a dedicated ticker display.
The Galaxy S claims to be the first smartphone with a dedicated ticker display. Fitted with a super AMOLED 3.4-inch touchscreen and a customizable 1.8-inch super AMOLED dedicated ticker display, the device promises to put forth a complete mobile experience. Owners may sound delighted since the personalized ticker display provides them with zero-click access to news, social networking, sports and entertainment feeds.
The mesmerizing Continuum mobile phone flaunts mirror black finishing and a grip sensor on the base in order to illuminate the ticker display when touched. The six-axis sensor allures gamers since it functions seamlessly with the accelerometer to offer efficient performance. Besides full HTML browsing functions, the phone enhances navigation with various elements like multi-touch pinch to zoom, double tap to zoom and horizontal swipe.
Powered by Android 2.1, the newly unleashed device augments the convenience level with Bing Maps, Bing Search and 3G mobile hotspot capabilities. The multimedia experience is amplified with various exciting features like DivX and Xvid support, stereo Bluetooth technology, 3.5mm audio jack and music player. Owners can store their most liked music, movies and images with utmost ease using the 8GB microSD card which can be effortlessly expanded to 32GB.
Users can type with comfort using the virtual QWERTY keyboard with Swype technology. Photo enthusiasts can capture memorable moments using the incorporated 5MP camera with AF and LED flash. Apart from this, the device sports HD video recording and playback capabilities. In addition, the newest entrant features AllShare support, smart alarm, weather clock and daily briefing. Verizon customers can enjoy access to V Cast Music with Rhapsody. Offering 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connectivity, the device comes equipped with the exceptional 1GHz Cortex A8 Hummingbird Application processor.
The Samsung Continuum smartphone can be snapped up via Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online website for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement and data package. The attractive handset will be available for purchase in stores from November 18 onwards.