CommunicAsia
2005 Coverage - Samsung Z500 and E730 Bluetooth 13 June 2005
Samsung
o SGH-Z500: The world’s
smallest 3G mobile phone packed with the latest technologies
o SGH-E730: This music powerhouse is the next big thing in mega-pixel, imaging
and music capabilities, and coated with anti-bacteria properties
Samsung Electronics, the world leader in digital technology, today unveiled two
latest additions to its mobile phones range - the small but mighty 3G-enabled
SGH-Z500 and the mobile multimedia marvel SGH-E730 - to charm fun life seekers
keen to adopt the latest technology to enhance their lifestyles and wellness.
Mr. Ng Long Shyang, Director, Sales & Marketing, Telecoms and PC Peripherals,
Samsung Asia Pte Ltd, said, “The dynamics of the mobile phone industry are
evolving at a rapid rate, and we see multimedia functionality in mobile handsets
as the key to sustain industry growth. This is why Samsung’s new range of mobile
phones showcases the latest in connectivity, mega-pixel capabilities and video
interface. This will enable Singaporeans to truly experience a convergence of
functionalities, allowing them to carry a single device that is a mobile phone,
digital camera, personal organizer and MP3 player.”
“Due to recent aggressive marketing strategies adopted by our telecommunication
services partners to promote 3G usage in Singapore, we are also beginning to see
a corresponding growth in the demand for 3G mobile phones,” added Mr. Ng.
Some of Samsung’s new range of mobile phones will also be enhanced with Silver
Nano technology, including the Samsung SGH-E730. First unveiled to the region in
2004, the Samsung’s Silver Nano Health Systems is a unique technology that uses
the anti-bacterial properties of silver for improved consumer health and
well-being.
Combining Samsung’s key strengths of technological innovation through research
and development, award-winning design and aggressive marketing, Samsung looks
forward to secure 25% of the mobile phone market in 2005, and consolidate our
position as a leading mobile phone innovator in Singapore.
SAMSUNG SGH-Z500
Samsung’s – and the world’s – small 3G wonder. At 89 x 44.5 x 24.5 mm, the
SGH-Z500 is the world’s smallest 3G-enabled mobile phone, featuring the latest
in imaging, music and video functionalities in a slim and polished design.
o 3G functionality – the SGH-Z500 offers extremely consumer-friendly 3G
features, including video telephony, video streaming and video messaging.
o Music specifications – the range of specifications includes a digital power
amp, 64-chord polyphonic ring tones, an MP3 player, AAC and AAC+ player.
o Camera and video specifications – these comprise dual camera – a mega-pixel
and VGA camera – for video conferencing, MPEG4 recording and two times digital
zoom.
o Advanced data-related capability – the SGH-Z500 features Bluetooth, email /
syncML / USB, external TransFlash memory and 50 MB internal memory.
SAMSUNG SGH-E730
Music to your ears – the SGH-E730C provides easy access to audio, open or closed
with distinctive external music keys that accentuate the design and lets you
instantly play, rewind or fast forward your stored MP3 and ACC audio files, or
tune in to Stereo FM Radio at the touch of a button. You can even control the
sound without flipping open your mobile phone.
o Mobile multimedia – the integrated 1.3 mega-pixel flash-LED camera with four
times digital zoom lets you create, edit and share photographs or film, and
export direct to printers via wireless with Bluetooth. You can also listen to
music from MP3, AAC or Stereo FM Radio instantly with external music hot keys,
set your favorite music or voice recordings as ring tones.
o Camera – the 1.3 mega pixel CMOS camera takes pictures with sharp contrast,
precise lines and bright colors to redefine mobile phone photography. It
delivers perfect pictures with its flash-LED and four times digital zoom. View
images in clarity with the internal 262144 TFT LCD.
o Video recording – it allows you to record in MPEG4 video formats. The build-in
video light, microphone and voice soundtrack capabilities make it a true film
maker.
o Design – a noir black design in a neat 88 g and 87 x 43 x 23 mm profile makes
a lasting impression exuding style and confidence.