v3.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:16
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The Galaxy S heads up Samsung's high-end smartphone line up, and it is easy to see why. The beautifully crafted handset is not only one of the bigger phones on the market, with dimensions of 64.2 mm x 122.4 mm x 9.9 mm, it's also one of the best around...
Excellent screen; very light; simple text entry; Android 2.1; fast processor; value for money...
No camera flash, Rating:...
Samsung has outdone itself with the Galaxy S, producing one of the best smartphones on the market. With excellent features and a more than reasonable price, this handset should be on the shortlist for those looking for a high-end smartphone...
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Samsung's Galaxy Portal is the Korean firm's latest dip into Android waters and for now it's exclusive to T-Mobile. It's been available in Europe since last year as the Galaxy Spica but, unlike most Samsung smartphones, this is pure Android. There isn’...
The Samsung Galaxy Portal's name gives the impression of a gateway to the information superhighway, but it falls far short of this. As a basic, largely untreated Android, it's fully open to customisation, and comes in at a reasonable price, Yet th...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:16
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There are some irritating aspects to the physical design which detract from the Galaxy i7500, and Android has been left sadly tweak-free. This wouldn't be our Android handset of choice. Samsung - Galaxy i7500 price Buy Samsung Galaxy i7500 securely on...
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electricpig.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:24
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It’s taken a year, but the Samsung Galaxy i7500, Sammy’s first bash at an Android smartphone, is finally here, and we’ve snagged one of our very own to try out. Is this Google fuelled phone out of this world, or will it just drive you out of your mi...
AMOLED screen to die for...
Typing is tough, does nothing new on the software front...
The best multimedia Android phone yet, but the HTC Hero still claims our heart...
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wired.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:24
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Android phones aren’t the rarities they used to be. In fact, they’re more common than X Factor rejects, but that doesn’t mean they’ve become uniform or commoditised. Few are alike, with varying speeds, software and specs giving enough variance to make...
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zdnet.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:24
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Samsung's Galaxy i7500 has a superb AMOLED screen, but the battery life is disappointing, especially if you're a heavy GPS user. Given the prevalence of location-aware services for Android, that's a cardinal sin.
Superb AMOLED screen, Android OS, Large front buttons may suit some users, 3.5mm headset connector...
Poor battery life, Disappointing camera, Android OS has barely been tweaked...
Samsung's Galaxy i7500 has a superb AMOLED screen, but the battery life is disappointing, especially if you're a heavy GPS user. Given the prevalence of location-aware services for Android, that's a cardinal sin...
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Samsung's Galaxy is a smart-looking Android phone with a vivid OLED screen that makes viewing photos and videos a pleasure. Its 5-megapixel camera has a flash, and there's a 3.5mm headphone jack. It has 8GB of internal memory and memory card slot, so t...
A sub-par screen and an unadorned Android installation make the Galaxy seem like less than the sum of its parts...
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HTC may have done it first, but now the Androids are starting to come thick and fast. Motorola got in early with the Dext, and all the major manufacturers are planning their own entry into Android land. Samsung's Galaxy: Android for the mainstream? The...
Samsung's first Android phone is something of a disappointment. It's not outrageously bad, but there just seem to be too many missed opportunities and decision fumbles for it to really win us over. While other manufacturers are using Android's...
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We like Android as a mobile operating system, but that's not to say it couldn't benefit from a few tweaks here and there. That's why our favourite Google phone to date has been the HTC Hero, and why we weren't too keen on the Samung I7500 Galaxy at fir...
A fine phone with a wondrous screen, but it has its flaws and it's far too expensive...
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T3.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:28
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Close but no cigar - not yet anyway Samsung can give itself a little pat on the back for realising the potential of the Google based OS earlier than most manufacturers. Following in the footsteps of the Android pioneers HTC, Samsung announced the Gala...
User friendly interface, Bright and responsive screen, Wealth of widgets and apps...
Frustrating automatic lock, Poor on-screen QWERTY keyboard, Positioning of ports, Short battery life...
A good first effort from Samsung and had it not been for a few grumbles then the Galaxy would have been closer to the top of the smartphone pile. Not the best but a solid performer nonetheless...
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We always said Google's Android mobile phone operating system had great potential and it would only be a matter of time before the perfect hardware would come along to make it truly shine. Well, with it sporting a large AMOLED screen, a slim candybar form...
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letsgomobile.org/en Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:30
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T imes may be hard for global economy, Samsung clearly doesn't care. Where many companies have gone into what I would almost call; 'sleep mode', Samsung seems to carry on at the same speed as they are used to. Focus seems to concentrate on the touchscr...
S amsung too has found its way to the Android operating system with the Galaxy i7500. This new Google operating system certainly really does add extra value and allows the user to get more out of the Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Also thanks to the And...
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pz10.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:30
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Android is set on grabbing the number two spot in the smartphone market by 2012 and the Samsung I7500 Galaxy might be the type of phone to get it there. Perhaps less for the Galaxy at this point, and more for the Samsung, but we'll see about that. Sa...
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Samsungs first Android device which was initially released in Germany is now available here in the UK. It has certainly got some stiff competition as HTCs Hero is now well established and getting pretty good reviews all round. Does the Galaxy stand a...
So do I like the Galaxy as much as the Hero - No, and I cant see many people disagreeing with me once they have used both. It does what its meant to do and it does it well but its just not as nice. I was bitterly disappointed with Samsungs failure to...
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The Galaxy is a valiant attempt by Samsung. Its a nice looking phone with the latest version of the Android OS and all the spoils that offers. However, its got quite a way to go before it catches up on HTCs envious head start in this space. We grew...
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techradar.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:34
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Samsungs new i7500 Galaxy makes it the first manufacturer after HTC to enter the Android game, and it does so with a fairly feature-rich phone. Exclusive to O2 in the UK, the Galaxy is a sleek proposition, but is it enough to consider the Koreans firm...
Vibrant OLED screen, Good OS, fairly feature-rich, 8GB onboard storage...
Abysmal battery life, unreliable 3.5mm headphone jack, annoying lock key system...
Samsungs new i7500 Galaxy makes it the first manufacturer after HTC to enter the Android game, and it does so with a fairly feature-rich phone. Exclusive to O2 in the UK, the Galaxy is a sleek proposition, but is it enough to consider the Koreans firm...
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Samsungs Galaxy i7500 has already had a troubled existence and its only just launched. While the handset has been available in Europe since June, endless delays have plagued its UK launch, as chronicled extensively on Pocket-lint. But its finally ar...
Incredible screen, oodles of storage, Android OS...
Irritating lock button, unhelpful keyboard, poor battery life...
Samsungs Android handset promises so much, but falters on deliveryKey specs3.5mm jack, 5 megapixels, Bluetooth, GPRS, GSM, HSDPA, Li-ion battery, microSD, MP3 player, Touchscreen, Wi-Fi...
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gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:36
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The Samsung Galaxy i7500 is Samsung's first attempt an Android mobile smartphone and has a jaw-dropping AMOLED touchscreen. Elsewhere the handset sports 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS and a five-megapixel camera to keep you interested.The goodFirst things first, the G...
First things first, the Galaxy's spec sheet stomps all over the iPhone's, mainly because of a five-megapixel camera and a stunning AMOLED screen. Other plain old LED screens just can't match the sheer awesomeness of this AMOLED offering. Turn...
It's just a shame Samsung hasn't been taking note of the latest crop of Android handsets. Just whacking the Google OS on a phone doesn't curt it anymore. You need to put an awesome skin on the top, just like the HTC Hero has done with Sense. E...
The Samsung Galaxy i7500 may have a couple of flaws, but it's still the best specced-out Android handset around. And that AMOLED screen is its party piece!Best offers for the Samsung Galaxy i7500eBay.co.uk £224.99 Amazon Marketplace £259.50...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-08-07 13:23:36
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The Galaxy is Samsung’s first try out with the Android OS. It therefore gives very easy access to the Google universe and, at least on paper, seems to do better than the HTC Magic. With its 3.2 inch AMOLED screen, 8 GB memory, 5 Megapixel photo sensor...
Nice screen, Standard audio Jack / miniUSB socket, Good web experience, Fluid navigation, responsive and intuitive, Good battery life...
Lacks style, No Flash support, Poor photo results, Wifi network sometimes lacking...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated:
2011-11-05 20:08:43
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The Samsung Galaxy Icon i7500 is a competent Android phone, that takes a basic Android OS and adds no manufacturer apps or software overlay, unlike the other Android phones on test this Labs.The design is glossy black - a little on the plasticky side a...
Competent, but with no bells or whistles, the Galaxy just fails to impress enough...
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canadianreviewer.com Updated:
2011-11-05 20:08:43
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Bell Canada’s exclusive Android smartphone, Samsung’s Galaxy, is also currently the most powerful and feature packed device in Canada running Google’s mobile OS.Out of the box, the Samsung Galaxy is surprisingly thin and light at 11.9mm thick and 116g...
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Samsung Galaxy Icon: part of the growing Android army. Samsung has tried to pack some extra punch into the Android platform with the Galaxy, fitting it out with a 5-megapixel camera, advanced display technology and plenty of storage. The Galaxy is...
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Zdnet.com.au Updated:
2011-11-05 20:08:47
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Weve been looking forward to this; finally a second manufacturer has released an Android phone in Australia. This is nothing against HTC, mind you, weve loved its take on Googles OS so far, but with competition comes innovation and we want to see th...
Sleek design, 8GB storage and 3.5mm headphone socket, HSDPA, WiFi, GPS, Android Cupcake OS installed...
Bad battery life, Poor multimedia support, Touchscreen isnt as responsive as wed like...
Samsung puts Android into a nicely designed handset, but doesnt take it to the next level by customising the Android build. The hardware is nice, but wed love to see Samsung deliver an Android smartphone with all the trimmings of its Windows and Sym...
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The first Samsung mobile phone to run Googles Android operating system, the Galaxy Icon smartphone is a strong competitor to the HTC Magic and possesses a brilliant AMOLED display. Although the Galaxy Icon is fast and functional, its disappointing that Samsung hasnt tweaked the standard Android user interface. The Samsung Galaxy Icon smartphone is a similar size to the HTC Magic. It is housed in a glossy black case that attracts plenty of fingerprints but look slick. The Galaxy Icon lacks th...
AMOLED display, 3.5mm headphone jack, 8GB internal memory with microSD, Android OS, responsive and slick, access to Android market, good Web browser...
Annoying screen lock key, colour shift when viewing screen off-centre, no major tweaks to standard Android UI, regular e-mail client is mediocre, no multitouch...
The Samsung Galaxy Icon isn’t a bad phone by any stretch of the imagination; in fact, it’s quite the opposite. The AMOLED display is excellent, the 5-megapixel camera is a nice addition and the interface is slick and responsive. However, we wo...
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knowyourmobile.com Updated:
2014-03-22 01:57:25
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Not all Android handsets are created equal. And when you’re much later to the party than the rest of the industry, expectations are high and tolerance for failure low.So Samsung’s Galaxy or i7500 to use its official moniker – the company’s first foray...
Minimalist design, 3.2in screen, Slim and lightweight, Supports up to 32GB storage...
Prone to sticky fingers, Less-than-pretty bundled headphones, Bland text messaging and au naturel Android interface, Below par video recording quality, Verdict: As Samsung's first sashay on the Android catwalk, the Galaxy doesn't fair too badly. However...
As Samsung’s first sashay on the Android catwalk, the Galaxy doesn’t fair too badly. However, it’s got a way to go before it catches up with the supermodels of the industry (whether in features or looks) conjured up by Android leader HTC...
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stuff.tv Updated:
2014-03-22 01:57:26
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When Samsung announced the Galaxy back in April, it looked destined to become the poster boy for Android; its noir looks and 5MP snapper made it a mouth-watering prospect.But then the HTC Hero rocked-up, flaunting its cool social networking-styled Sens...
Well made, lightweight and svelte. Bright, vivid and spacious 3.2in AMOLED touchscreen. Built-in 3.5mm audio jack. Great web browsing experience. 8GB storage...
Android UI hasn’t been adapted for social networking. Superfluous large five-way navigation pad. No multi-touch. Average multimedia performance...
A solid but basic Android smartphone that lacks the features and flair to topple the HTC Hero...
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recombu.com Updated:
2014-03-31 03:40:55
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Samsung, the Korean based technology heavyweight, has come forward and joined the followers of the little green robot, with the Samsung Galaxy.What we likeThe best bit about this phone is that it looks like a Samsung phone should. From the trademark 'O...
The Galaxy isn't too bad. Although there are a few niggles with the keyboard, lock key, and camera, most of these could be fixed with a simple software update, or the upcoming 1.6 (Donut) version of the Android software. There are a lot of features her...
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pcworld.in Updated:
2016-11-26 16:45:42
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The first Samsung mobile phone to run Google's Android operating system, the Galaxy smartphone is a strong competitor to the HTC Magic and possesses a brilliant AMOLED display. Although the Galaxy is fast and functional, it's disappointing that Samsung...
AMOLED display, 3.5mm headphone jack, 8GB internal memory with microSD, Responsive and Slick UI, Good Web Browser...
Annoying Screen Lock Key, No Major Tweaks to Standard Android UI, No Multitouch...
The Samsung Galaxy is priced at Rs. 24,300. The price might be high (especially when you take the standard looks and UI into consideration) but the fact remains that the Galaxy is highly usable and has excellent online features. The Galaxy ensures tha...
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techtree.com Updated:
2016-11-26 16:45:42
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After seeing the Android operated handsets from HTC -- Hero and Magic -- it's time for Samsung to unleash its first Android device in the market. There are two Android based phones that Samsung have released, Galaxy I7500 and the Galaxy Spica I5700. Ho...
Slim, 3.2-inch AMOLED anti-scratch display, Wi-Fi, GPS with compass, accelerometer, proximity sensor...
Tacky side buttons, memory card slot in battery compartment, thin touch QWERTY pad...
After seeing the Android operated handsets from HTC -- Hero and Magic -- it's time for Samsung to unleash its first Android device in the market. There are two Android based phones that Samsung have released, Galaxy I7500 and the Galaxy Spica I5700. H...
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firstpost.com Updated:
2016-11-26 16:45:42
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The thing is that the Android OS, much like any other, is quite bland at face value and could definitely use a better UI. While HTC is the only one that finds this a ‘sensible‘ option the others are still working it out. The i7500 or Samsung Galaxy is...
Good audio quality, Clear display...
Bluetooth doesn't support file transfer, Body and casing is not well adjusted, Battery pops out too easily, Battery life was poor...
ConnectivityIt’s a well designed handset for connectivity purposes as it’s ready for 3G services with HSDPA speeds and your Basic EDGE and GPRS or even Wi-Fi where available. Like Apple’s iPhone (till now) Bluetooth is strictly for audio...
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So, there we are at the restaurant at the end of the Galaxy. It's more of a sweet shop though and the next thing on the list of the specials will be donuts. But that won't be on the Samsung I7500 Galaxy shift. Enough fooling around though, it's time t...
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