Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., has announced the launch of its best entertaining mobile phone, Samsung INNOV8, which is to be made available in the global market from August 2008. Samsung INNOV8 (Model name: i8510; pronounced [in-uh-veyt]) takes mobile handset photography and multimedia experience to new heights. It offers users top of the range camera technologies, a surroundsound cinematic video experience, the best mobile internet browsing experience and mobile gaming capabilities. Efficiently designed for mobile multimedia, Samsung INNOV8 provides devout tech addicts with the most innovative 24/7 multimedia entertainment features. It also offers a fun, easy to use experience for those who want to get the most of their mobile phones. The camera also includes smile, face and blink detection, image stabilization, and panoramic photo support. The specs also include WiFi, integrated GPS reciever, Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP support, 3.5mm audio jack, 16GB of internal storage, and microSD card slot. The pricing and availability has not yet been announced.

Having globally launched the first 5-megapixel camera-phone in 2004, 7- megapixel camera-phone in 2005, and the groundbreaking 10-megapixel SCH-B600 in the Korean market in 2006, the launch of long awaited 8- megapixel camera-phone for GSM market, Samsung INNOV8 is all set to reinforce Samsung’s renowned leadership in camera-phone.

A Groundbreaking Multimedia and Internet Experience

Recognized as Samsung’s first ever 8-megapixel camera phone, the Samsung INNOV8 is perfect for users for capturing and storing precious memories in style. Using the latest in imaging applications such as smile shot, blink shot and face recognition, the memorable moments can be stored in their best quality. Users can enjoy personalizing and editing their photos, videos and music with Movie Maker and Story Board applications. The handset also acts as a digital photo frame, allowing users to display their favorite images.

The Ultimate Mobile Entertainer With 8Mp Camera

By announcing the global launch of the first S60 powered 8 megapixel camera phone, designed for powerful mobile photography and multimedia experience Samsung has practically given a tough competition to Nokia N96 even before it’s shipped worldwide!

Geesung Choi, President of Samsung Telecommunication Business, said:

“Samsung INNOV8 is made for tech-savvy users who enjoy the best possible multimedia entertainment with their mobile phone. With the 8- megapixel camera, pre-embedded 3D games, high speed data connections and much more other features will help our users to gain the true benefits of mobile entertainment. I expect Samsung INNOV8 to be a revolutionary milestone for Samsung for opening a new era of mobilemultimedia.”