PRESS RELEASE
Samsung's latest Android device coming to UK shores 13th February
6th February 2012, London, UK - Samsung has today confirmed the availability of a white variant of the Galaxy Nexus in the UK. The first smartphone to feature AndroidTM 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the Galaxy Nexus White can be bought in a range of stores across the country from 13th February.
Simon Stanford, UK & IRE Telecommunications & Networks Division said: "After much speculation, we are pleased to announce the availability of the Galaxy Nexus White which follows the great reception the phone has received since it was launched back in November. One of the things we at Samsung pride ourselves on is the choice we offer customers, and we've enjoyed huge success to date by introducing white variants of our most popular models to our product portfolio."
The Galaxy NexusTM White offers customers all the features found in the original Galaxy Nexus, from the 4.65'' HD Super AMOLED display which boasts a market-leading resolution of 720p (1280x720), to the 5 megapixel camera and super-fast 1.2GHz dual core processor and HSPA+ connectivity so owners can connect to and browse the internet quickly and easily when they're out and about.
As the first smartphone to run on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the Galaxy Nexus White offers customers an entirely new look and feel, including a redesigned user interface with improved multi-tasking, notifications, Wi-Fi hotspot, NFC support and a full web browsing experience. In addition to a rounded slim design, the Galaxy Nexus White also introduces new innovations such as ‘Face Unlock', which uses facial recognition to unlock the phone. Whilst integration with Google+TM means owners can easily stay in touch with friends and family and talk over Google+ Messenger.
GALAXY Nexus White Product Specifications:
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Network |
HSPA+ 21Mbps/HSUPA 5.76Mbps 850/900/1900/1700/2100 EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 |
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Processor |
1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor |
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Display |
4.65" 1280X720 HD Super AMOLED |
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OS |
Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich |
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Camera |
Main(Rear) : 5 MP AF with LED Flash with reduced shutter delay and fast shot2shot Sub (Front) : 1.3MP for Video Call |
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Video |
Codec : MPEG4/H.263/H.264 Playback : 1080p@30fps Recording : 1080p Full HD Video@30fps |
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Audio |
Codec : MP3/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+ 3.5mm Ear Jack |
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GoogleTM Mobile Services |
Android MarketTM, GmailTM, Google EarthTM, YouTubeTM, Movie Studio Google MapsTM 5.11 with 3D maps and turn-by-turn navigation Syncing with Google CalendarTM, Google+ app |
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Connectivity |
Bluetooth® technology v 3.0 USB 2.0 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n NFC |
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Sensor |
Accelerometer, Compass, Gyro, Light, Proximity, Barometer |
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Memory |
1GB(RAM) + 16GB/ 32GB Internal memory |
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Size |
135.5 x 67.94 x from 8.94mm, 135g |
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Battery |
Standard battery, Li-on 1,750 mAh |
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2010 consolidated sales of US$135.8 billion. Employing approximately 190,500 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, the company operates two separate organisations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LCD. Recognised for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world's most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
