Samsung announce availability of the Galaxy Wi-Fi

Samsung Electronics have today announced the availability of the Galaxy Wi-Fi multimedia device. Available in two sizes – the 5.0″ is available now and the 3.6” version will be in the shops from November.
The Samsung Galaxy Wi-Fi device offers a powerful multimedia experience along with internet connectivity all packed into a portable and stylish package. Providing the entertainment and Wi-Fi capabilities of an Android smartphone, without the monthly cost commitment, the Galaxy Wi-Fi gives you a camera, music, access to over a hundred thousand apps, Social Hub and much more.

Simon Stanford, Managing Director, Mobile, Samsung UK and Ireland said: “With the Galaxy Wi-Fi we have created a device that allows consumers all the fun and freedom of our other Android Galaxy devices. Consumers can choose from thousands of exciting apps and communicate with friends using the Social Hub or even services such as Skype. The different size options mean there is something for everyone.”

Featuring a 1GHz OMAP processor and running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) the Galaxy Wi-Fi provides an easy to use, versatile interface which supports a wide variety of video and audio formats. ‘SoundAlive’ provides users with the ability to adjust sound levels to fit the song they are listening to or the film they are watching ensuring an amazing audio experience at all times. Using the Wi-Fi connectivity users can chat with friends and family in numerous ways including Google Talk and the Social Hub.
Users can access hundreds of thousands of applications through Google’s Android Market and Samsung Apps. The device’s Wi-Fi connectivity also enables superior content management as well as the sharing of content with other devices. Users can backup songs, videos and other files onto their PC without needing to install a program or even needing to plug the device in, thanks to the Wi-Fi connection.

You can see the full specs below:

The 5.0″ device is available in store and online now whilst the 3.6″ will be coming to the UK in November 2011.

Samsung GALAXY S Wi-Fi 3.6 Product Specifications
Processor
1 GHz Processor
Display
3.65″ HVGA TFT LCD
OS
Android 2.3(Gingerbread)
Camera
Main(Rear) : 2MP Fixed Focus with LED Flash
Front : VGA
Video
Codec : MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV(up to HD), DivX
Playback : up to 720p HD Video
Audio
Codec : MP3, WMA, WAV, OGG, ACC, FLAC
Mono Speaker
3.5mm Ear Jack
Value-added Features
Samsung Apps
Social Hub
– Integrated Messaging(Email, SNS, IM), Contacts/ Calendar Sync
– POP3/IMAP Email & IM
GoogleTM Mobile Services
– GmailTM, Google TalkTM, Google SearchTM, YouTubeTM, Android Market TM,
– Google MapsTM with Google Places and Google Latitude
S-GPS
Dedicated Receiver
Smart View (Smart Remote Control for Samsung Smart TV)
Connectivity
Bluetooth® technology v 3.0
USB 2.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Sensor
Accelerometer, Compass
Memory
8G / 16G + microSD(up to 32GB)
Size
115.9 x 62.4 x 9.5 mm, 107.4g
Battery
1,500 mAh
RRP
· 8GB = £149 RRP YP-GS1CW (white) YP-GS1CB (Black)

· 16GB = £169 RRP YP-GS1EW (white) YP-GS1EB (Black)

Samsung GALAXY S WiFi 5.0 Product Specifications
Processor
1GHz Processor
Display
5.0-inch 800×480 WVGA TFT LCD
OS
Android 2.3(Gingerbread)
Camera
Main(Rear): 3.2-Mega Pixel Camera AF with LED flash
Front: VGA
Video
Codec : MPEG4 /H.264 / DivX/ XviD/ WMV
Playback : 720p HD Video @ 30fps
Audio
MP3, WMA9, Ogg, Flac, AAC
3.5mm Ear Jack & Stereo Speaker
Stereo FM Radio, Voice Recorder
Value-added Features
Android Market and Samsung Apps for more applications and contents
Receiver
Full Google Mobile Services
ThinkFree : Document Viewer / Editor
GPS
Connectivity
Bluetooth 3.0
USB 2.0
WiFi 802.11 (b/g/n)
Sensor
Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Memory
8 / 16GB + microSD (up to 32GB)
Battery
2,500mAh
RRP
8GB = £199 RRP
16GB = £219 RRP