Samsung's E420 mobile phone that was initially available in Europe and Asia in pearl white is now being released in a black and red design. It has a 0.3 megapixel camera, 65k colors screen, and basic phone functions. It lacks Bluetooth and IrDA connection, and the only way to download ringtones and games is via GPRS. With these kinds of features, this seems to be a phone suited for those who just want basic phoning capabilities as it lacks many of the high-tech features found on many of today's hottest phones.

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This week at CES, Samsung presented the F300 and F500 "Ultra Video" phones, which are new additions to its Ultra Slim premium product line.
Both the F300 and F500 model phones have dual-face Ultra music, and the F500 has the ability to be used as a portable mobile TV to play various multimedia contents with its unique swiveling LCD display.

The Samsung F300 and F500 have completely different designs on each side, with 2.1-inch and 2.3-inche LCD displays, respectively. They feature microSD card lots, which with the purchase of a microSD card can be used to expand the storage capabilities of the phone. Both models support DivX codec, as well as the playback of MPEG-4, WMV, H.264, and AVI file formats.The internal memory on the phone has not yet been decided upon.

The Samsung F500 Ultra Video phone is expected to be available in the U.S., Europe, and Korea in February or early March.

Samsung and 20th Century Fox have teamed up to bring us a new special edition Simpsons phone, which was unveiled this week at CES. The new phone is a promotion for the upcoming Simpsons movie to be in theaters this June.

The phone is Simpsons' yellow on both the inside and outside, and features the Simpsons movie logo along with the words "Special Edition". The phone is a limited release, and it may prove difficult to get ahold of one.

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On display at the CES 2007 show this week is the Samsung P9000, a UMPC-like convergence device capable of providing voice and multimedia data communications through Mobile WiMAX technology. It combines Windows XP, a 30GB hard disk, 256MB RAM, 1Ghz CPU, WiMAX, CDMA EV-DO, and a 1.3 megapixel camera. All this fits into a compact 5.6" X 3.7" X 1.17" size, with a 5" display and weight of 1.28lbs. It also comes with a full QWERTY keyboard and MP3, VOD, and camera functions. If you're at the show this week, or in the area, make sure you stop by and check this out.

If the other Samsung a727 didn't pleasure all your precious cellphone needs, maybe the new SPH-m610 will do just that and much more. According to Samsung this model (SPH-m610) is currently the thinnest clamshell phone available on the US market, which can be true considering that its dimensions are something like 101 x 52 x 11.9mm.

One of the most important things on this mobile device is the use of the Sprint Power Vision EVDO network, making it easy for people to check whatever they want online at an affordable price and considerable speeds. Some of its basic features are the same as the previous Samsung a727, with one exception going to the camera that has 2megapixels instead of 1.3. The screen, transfer methods, and instant messaging services are all the same in both models.

On the other hand, while taking a close look there a couple of differences can be noted like the Power SMS or Voice Recognition features, while these are good ones they will probably make the price get $50 more expensive.

It looks like every 30 minutes a new cellphone is being presented at CES, the cool thing is that all these new cellphones are actually pretty good and use top-notch technology so it with no surprise that Samsungs pops out the new black, stylish and simple SGH-a727, this one isn't actually one of those “wow” cellphones but it is good nonetheless. It features a 1.9-inch Colo TFT screen that gives a resolution of 220x176 and has the normal number of 262144 colors.

The camera to take photos has 1.3 megapixels and you can transfer the images and other files to your computer via the bluetooth connection or using the USB2.0 system, another way of transferring those files would be to use the mobile e-mail. Other features of the Samsung SGH-a727 include instant messaging services like MSN, Yahoo or AOL so you can chat all you want with your buddies, a document viewer and the most normal option to expand the memory – a micro SD slot.

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Samsung is proud to consistently design ultra-slim and stylish handsets. A number of our handsets boast a sleek and innovative design with a host of customer- pleasing multimedia features, including the CES Innovations Honoree SGH-a727.

The good folks of Phone Scoop have done a video review of the Samsung SYNC and dig the handset for its sleek ergonomics, its large QVGA screen, its large keypad and its ability to hold onto a signal. What the folks were not thrilled about was the audio performance of the handset and performance when it came to music playback, photography and Java was lacking.

The Sync is a quad-band GSM phone and takes advantage of Cingular's new HSDPA network allowing customers to experience broadband-like speeds on their cell phones. Via the dedicated Cingular Music key, you can access the online music shop right from the comfort of your handset.

In the end the guys at Phone Scoop conclude " The Sync represents a significant step forward for Cingular's 3G line up, whether judging based on data speed, looks or performance. In addition to the how well it handles standard tasks, especially browsing, it also performs well on advanced 3G applications like streaming video. Sadly, it falls short on many tasks like music playback, photography and Java performance when compared to many 2G phones, let alone 3G ones."

Powered by High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) for data transmission speeds at 1.8 Mbps - up to six times faster than 3G UMTS technology : the Ultra Edition 13.8 (Z720 ) enables mobile users to access more files and provides greater fidelity for streaming video content.

Samsung Korea has a new phone called the Samsung SPH-B5800, it supports T-DMB services and also features TPEG function (Transport Protocol Experts Group), which provides info on traffic jams. The Samsung SPH-B5800 features CDMA 2000 1X EVDO,
Display - 1.98” 262K colors, 2-megapixel camera, MP3-player, T-DMB module, E-dictionary, Audio books, Photo and video editor, Document viewer, Dimensions – 96x46.5x16.3 mm and
Weighs- 95.6 g.

With the demand for high resolution cameras in Ultra Slim phones increasing exponentially, Samsung has stood up to the challenge and has delivered what seems to be the world's first 3-MegaPixel CMOS image sensor (CIS) with a 1/4-inch lens aperture that is well suited for ultra slim camera phones.

Making use of the 90-nanometer (nm) process technology, the 1.75um-size pixel enables the 1/4-inch lens aperture to drastically reduce the camera module size by 30 percent as opposed to a conventional 2.25um pixel 1/3-inch lens aperture 3M-pixel CIS. The small form factor allows the replacement of the conventional 1/4-inch lens aperture 2M-pixel CIS module with the M-pixel CIS module. In 2007, camera phones are expected to account for 74 percent of total mobile phones, according to the research, Samsung surely is heading in the right direction.

Samsung Electronics in a quest for always doing something different has now launched the world's first mobile phone featuring an optical joystick. The Samsung SCH-V960 promises a whole new mobile experience and with an exceptional navigation interface (hey their words, not mine!).

One can point the the cursor and click directly on icons on MyScreen just like one does on a PC and directly access menus such as photo album, messaging, and music menu. Users can also use the Optical Joystick to easily scroll through the play list while listening to their music. Another cool feature on the SCH-V960 is the 'Smart Lighting' feature which automatically controls the brightness of the LCD screen and keypad and prevents eye-strain.

The Samsung SCH-V960 supports EVDO and this CDMA handset also has a 2 Megapixel Camera under its hood. Measuring 97 x 47.5 x 18.6 mm some other features include; MP3 / VOD / MOD, Bluetooth® / USB, Document Viewer and microSD external memory. The V960 will be launched in the Korean market at the end of December.

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Looks like CDMA is no longer the poor cousin of GSM and these days some great feature intensive CDMA handsets are popping up. The latest CDMA handset to make its debut soon in the United States is the Samsung SCH-U510 and it has already received the FCC blessings.

The Samsung SCH-U510 is a slim (no surprises there) stylish slider handset which supports EV-DO as well as Bluetooth. The mobile phone also has all the mandatory multimedia features like; 1.2 .megapixel camera, MP3 Support and Video Support. Measuring around 98x51x17 mm, the SCH-U510 is equipped with 64 MB of internal memory and includes a memory card slot too. No word on pricing or availability.

Thanks to confidentiality requests with the FCC by Samsung, we seldom get to see intimate images and user guides for their cell phones. However, once the confidentiality period expires, we get our grubby little hands on them.

The Samsung SCH-W531 is one such phone whose details were made available at the FCC. The USP of this phone is that it's a dual-mode GSM and CDMA phone. While details are still a bit sketchy at this time, it's got a camera and video capability.

The SCH-W531 is loaded with Bluetooth and can double-up as a USB drive when connected to your PC. It's got an integrated reader that can handle a variety of MS Office documents, PDF and HTML (a WAP browser is available separately). The usual appendages apply: a world clock, alarm function, organizer and calculator.

As usual, no word on the pricing or availability.

Samsung continues its fixation with everything slim by launching yet another slim handset. The new Samung V9500 is around 11.9 mm thick and is housed in an glass fiber casing to achieve an unique look. The phone includes a 2 megapixel camera, a slot for microSD Cards and support of USB Mass Storage. It will be available in Korea soon on the Korean operator KTF. No word on pricing.

Samsung Electronics unveiled their new Windows Smartphone, the SGH-i718 at the ITU Telecom World 2006 in Hong Kong. Both US and Chinese users will get to experience its goodness first and the FCC recently approved the handset.

The new Samsung SGH-i718 uses Windows as its OS and is a GSM,EDGE handset. It is equipped with a 2.8 inch Touchscreen and measures around 108x58x13.5 mm. Other feature include; 2-megapixel camera with auto focus, MPEG4, H.263, WMV, AAC, AAC+, MP3, WMA, WAV support, Bluetooth v2.0 EDR, Handwritten text and voice recognition. No word on pricing or availability.

Samsung has done it again! The company has released yet another smart clamshell phone which offers both affordability and functionality. The new Samsung SCH-U520 impresses with its on board features like; EV-DO, Bluetooth, speakerphone, and a 1.3 megapixel cam with video recording and is available on the US Carrier Alltel. The handset also has the distinction of being the first Alltel phone to support A2DP!

The Samsung SCH-U520 is also been tagged as a "personal media player" as it lets one watch TV, listen to the radio, and access podcasts. Its A2DP capabilities lets the user hook up to a pair of Bluetooth headset and listen to music wirelessly. One will also be able to access Alltel's Axcess Mobile Guide navigation service, powered by Networks In Motion for turn-by-turn voice directions and to access information regarding landmarks, restaurants and ATM.

The handset measures 3.59" x 1.89" x .98" and is capable of 220 Talk Time and 250 of Standby Time. Its now available on the Alltel Network for around 100$ after rebate.

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Everyone knows about Samsung's constant love affair with thin handsets, the most recent being Ultra Edition 6.9 (X820 bar design) and Ultra Edition 9.9 (D830 clamshell design). However its a little known fact that both use the innovative chip packaging design by Agere System which entails package-on-package stacking. Simply put a "packaged memory chip is stacked on top of the baseband chip package " which decreases the footprint.

The Ultra Edition 6.9 (X820) measures less 6.9 millimeters thick and weighs only 66 gram and the Ultra Edition 9.9 (D830) measures 9.9 millimeters thick. Inspite of their small for factors, both handsets have all the now mandatory features including; music player, bluetooth, 2 megapixel camera, 80MB of internal memory, V set with a TV-out interface. The handsets also support 2.5 Gen EDGE which transmits ada at up to 384 kilobits per second.

"It's abundantly clear that huge numbers of people crave cool, slick cell phones such as these ultra-thin models from Samsung," said Denis Regimbal, executive vice president of Agere's Mobility Division. "They're stylish, and they're easy to use, store and carry around. Agere appreciates that Samsung gave us the opportunity to create the unconventional chip design for their flashy and unique products."

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Samsung's new SGH-E890 Phone has one intriguing feature of note: a 2.3 inch TFT. The phone includes a little stylus so you don't smudge the screen, but apparently your fingers will work in case of emergencies.

The phone also has an abundance of features, including a 1.3 Megapixel camera, Bluetooth, USB Connectivity, even a TV out option. It also includes a lot of touchscreen games, so you had better not lose the little pen thing that this comes with!

It is available now for $361.37 without contract, and $297.75 with a two-year mobile plan.

One of Samsung's latest 3G smarphones, the i600, is an excellent candybar with a QWERTY keyboard and 2.3 high-quality color screen.

It also has the power of Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, so you have access to e-mail and the World Wide Web. Users will even have a separate Inbox for Hotmail messages on the device. Instant messaging will view their buddy list and chant instantly with their contacts. It is the first 3G smartphone with HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) support for faster download speeds. It can also support podcasting and RSS Feeder. In addition to WiFi, it also supports Bluetooth as well.

The i600 has not just one, but two cameras! That's right, you can conduct 3G video calls with this guy, which could easily bring about a whole era of being seen and not heard. You can also hear stereo-quality music and view high quality video clips with Windows Media Player 10. Since the device has a Micro SD slot, you can store all your favorite videos and MP3s on an additional memory.

Additional features include a speakerphone, built-in voice recognition, as well as support for a 1.3 Megapixel digital camera that even records video.

I got to admit, I almost forgot that this guy is also a phone. If you look close on the QWERTY keyboard, you'll notice some of the keys highlighted so you dial. Of course, with all the databases in this guy, will you ever have to punch a number key again?

I have to admit, the device looks slim (11.8mm, so I'm told), but it does seem a little…wide. But hey, what can you expect for something that does all of this? At least it weighs a little under 100 grams.

Anyway, look for this guy in early 2007, and I wish I had a word on a price. It is nice.

Check out the ultra-cool Samsung Ultra F500i which Samsung tags as a Video Phone and is currently on display at the ITU Telecom world 2006 in Hong Kong. The first thing you notice about the handset is its extra large and bright LCD and the twistable base. Unfortunately there are no further details available but we shall keep you updated on this one for sure!

Samsung hopes to create some buzz with its new SGH-F300 handset which will be exhibited at the ITU Telecom world 2006 in Hong Kong. This Thin Phone has a whole gamut of multi-media features to offer including; Phone/Multimedia Player mode button, TFT display screen, Mp3, AAC, AAC+, WMA playback, FM radio and a Megapixel camera. The Touch Screen buttons are reminiscent of the Chocolate Phone and one also comes across ports like; sim card slot, memory card slot, headset jack, volume keys, keylock button, phone/multimedia switch key and power adapter port.

Samsung’s newest phone, the SPH-B5800, is slated for a Korean release. However, it has so many terrific features, that I wouldn’t be surprised if it made it’s way worldwide. After all, a great many of the cell phones used are Samsung.

This little slider has an integrated MP3 player like the ever-so-popular LG Chocolate. (In fact, it kind of looks like the Chocolate, doesn’t it?) It also has a MicroSD memory card slot, as well as Bluetooth Capability. It also has this really cool feature that allows you to use it as a TV. All you need to do is turn it on its side and extend the antenna, you won’t miss your favorite TV show.

No word on the price or the availability date, but it looks like it’s only a Korean release. For now.

With Christmas just around the corner, we thought we would make your life easier in the quest of the ideal gift for your loved ones. Here are the Top 8 Samsung Phones which you can get for christmas and for more info visit Samsung:

This little beauty comes with a speaker phone, MMS picture messaging, VGA camera, Bluetooth functionality and infrared connectivity. Start your summer romance with the Samsung X530.

Chat to your heart's content this Christmas to loved‑ones all over the world, with the stylish Samsung Z230 prepaid mobile. You can listen to your favourite summer tunes via the built-in MP3 player, or capture the moment on the 1.3 megapixel camera and share the images with your friends. Available in striking silver, the Samsung Z230 will look great under your Christmas tree this year.

If you're not taking portraits or cute pics of your friends, pump out your favourite tunes via the inbuilt MP3 player. Don't turn your back on this slinky little black number.

Sleek in silver with a well contoured casing, the Samsung Z400 is the right blend of maximum performance and refined styling. With a soft-touch slide, the Samsung Z400 is the smoothest gift around this Christmas.