As you can see from the images, the speaker itself is quite tiny, and with Bluetooth 3.0 capabilities, it can connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device. Obviously, Satechi is targeting smartphone users more than anyone else with this speaker, as it includes a “multi-function button” that you can use to answer calls or initiate voice dialing. If you have an iPhone 4S, you can also use the button to activate Siri, which is a neat little bonus.

The speaker weighs in at 4.3oz, and Satechi claims that it can stream from up to 33 feet away, which should be especially handy for those using it with a smartphone. It’s rechargeable lithium ion battery is capable of providing up to 4 hours of talk time, 3 hours of playback, and 300 hours of stand-by. Not too shabby for something so tiny. To accompany the announcement, Satechi has also released a rather charming 30-second advertisement, which you can check out below.

Sure, it isn’t the most revolutionary thing around, but for $29.99, it sounds like you’re getting a pretty excellent package. Its wireless Bluetooth setup and lightweight design will be appreciated by those who need a portable speaker, and those who own a smartphone will likely benefit in more ways than one by having it around. It’s available now through Satechi’s online store, so if it’s something you’re interested in, have at it.

These days we’re used to seeing carbon fiber film being placed on lots of things for the cosmetic effect, but the Bluetrek Carbon actually uses it as the integral component for its mic stem. The stem is also designed to be super thin much like a stir stick, measuring what looks to be around 2 to 3mm in diameter.

The earpiece itself is just big enough to fit a micro USB port. However they did manage to include an on/off button, in addition to the answer call button and a touch-and-hold volume adjuster. The headset is priced at $70 with a release date yet to be confirmed.

[via Wireless Goodness]

Other connectivity includes a choice of WiFi b/g or WiFi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, three USB 2.0 ports, VGA, gigabit ethernet and a multiformat memory card reader. There’s also a webcam, stereo speakers and a multitouch trackpad.

Acer reckons the 4400 mAh 6-cell battery is good for up to 3hrs 20mins runtime. Both the Acer Aspire 5253 and Aspire 4253 are expected to hit the UK in Q2 2011, pricing tba.

Press Release:

Acer debuts the Aspire 5253 and 4253 notebooks
With the new AMD Fusion processors

CES Las Vegas, January 7th 2011 – Whether you are looking for a notebook with accelerated performance for productivity or with impressive graphics capabilities for your favourite HD entertainment, don’t look further: The new Acer Aspire 5253 and 4253 are the answer to your needs!

Designed for productivity, family entertainment and kids education, the Aspire x253 series enriches every day computing with better high-definition enjoyment, great multitasking and impressive power savings.

At the heart of these laptops is the powerful new AMD E-Series Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) and the VISION Engine from AMD, enabling stutter-free HD movies and HD Internet video streaming, enough processing power to handle even the most demanding applications, DirectX® 11 capable graphics and extended battery life. Advanced multitasking, playing highly detailed games, music and photo editing, creating/editing HD movies the Aspire x253 notebooks are the perfect instruments to let you unleash your creativity.

The Aspire x253 series comes with Clear.fi, Acer’s new media sharing system based on the idea that it’s easier if all multimedia content is simply brought into a single system with a common interface. No matter where they are. Clear.fi is a cross-platform solution that works straight out of the box, automatically detecting the Clear.fi-enabled devices connected to the wireless home network, and then allowing all digital content stored on any of these to be shared seamlessly using the Clear.fi media interface.

The new Aspires comes in two format sizes – 35.5 cm (14”) for the Aspire 4253, and 39.5 cm (15.6”) for the Aspire 5253 – with high-definition Acer CineCrystal™ LED backlit displays presenting more details and clarity for a startling realism. Featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio and high resolution the Aspire x253 series ensure breathtaking visuals in high definition for the ultimate cinematic entertainment experience at home or away.

What’s more, latest version of HDMI® standard not only lets you bring the HD experience the bigger screen, but adds support for extremely high video resolutions that go far beyond today’s 1080p systems and incorporates a dedicated data channel, allowing users to consolidate video, audio and data streams into a single cable and take full advantage of IP enabled devices

Powerful processors speed up your productivity, while DDR3 memory (up to 8GB for the Aspire 5253) ensures an ultra fast system response and a seamless handling of multitasking demands. As for storage, large capacity hard disks provide generous space to easily stow your growing digital archive. Plus, the card reader ensured effortless file transfer and sharing.

Several connectivity solutions simplify Internet access and communication. Acer InviLink™ 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED®, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology, ensure reliable wireless connectivity, whereas Gigabit Ethernet provides ultra-fast and stable wired communication. Optional Bluetooth 3.0 is perfect for short-range quick and secure data transfer. In addition, you can take advantage of the built-in Acer Crystal Eye high-definition webcam and microphone to engage in live chats with your friends around the world or set up business video-conferences.

Protected from scratches and fingerprints by a practical textured finish that conveys a home look and feel, the Aspire x253 series flaunts a streamlined profile, for greater mobility. These notebooks are available in three color options – Mesh Black, Mesh Brown, and Mesh Red – with palm rest in matching shade and finish, for a more appealing look. On the Acer FineTip keyboard typing is easy, fast and accurate, on account of the large keys, while the multi-gesture touchpad offers mouse-free, fingertip convenience for zooming, rotating, navigating and browsing.

Environmentally conscious, these laptops adopt technology, materials and processes that comply with prevailing international standards. This is why the displays use LED lamps that reduce power consumption while offering a better performance and the energy efficient processors ensure longer battery life for greater mobility.

The Acer Aspire x253 is expected Q2 in the UK, pricing TBA.

The NF210 netbook features a 10.1-inch LED backlit, anti-glare display, integrated WiFi, and 2GB of RAM under the hood. Samsung would also like to point out that this is the first Samsung-branded netbook to be powered by an Intel Atom dual-core processor. The netbook also features SRS surround sound, and Bluetooth 3.0. You’ll find 3 USB 2.0 ports, and Samsung says the NF210 features “Fast Start,” which means users will be able to start up the netbook faster than usual. There’s also a 6-cell battery for good measure. Expected retail in India is Rs. 22,900.

Lastly, the SF510 notebook features a 15.6-inch LED backlit HD dispay, with integrated WiFi, 1GB NVIDIA GPU, and 4GB of RAM. Potential owners will be able to use either an Intel Core i3 or Core i5 processor. There’s an integrated webcam, an HDMI port, and a spill-proof keyboard. Samsung should be pricing the SF510, which also features Fast Boot and Samsung’s AllShare media-sharing software, for around Rs. 55,490.

[via Samsung Hub]

Of course, we should also point out that, just like the Bluetooth keyboard before it, this new mouse is scheduled to land in Japan well before it launches anywhere else. So, if you’re liking what you see, then you’ll have to make a trip to get your hands on it, at least for now. But, to get your hands on Elecom’s first Bluetooth 3.0 wireless mouse, it may be worth it, right?

Features wise, the mouse measures in at a small 74.3mm x 52.3mm x 33.4mm, and it weighs only 43g without any batteries installed. But, if you need to put batteries in it, you’ll need to find yourself a pair of AAAs. The mouse features 800/1600 DPI resolution, and it will be made available in Japan some time in December. You’ll be able to choose from red, white, or black.

[via Akihabara News]

Beyond that, it’s pretty much a facsimile of the original specifications, with UMTS/HSPA, WiFi b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, along with a 5-megapixel camera and flash capable of 720p HD video recording.  Samsung’s own 1GHz Hummingbird CPU keeps things moving, and there’s a microSD card slot, TV output and access to Samsung’s bada app store.

The Samsung Wave II S8530 is expected to land in Germany in November, and be priced at €429 ($587).  If we were feeling cynical, we might wonder whether this incremental update is in fact a way for Samsung to work around much-rumored Super AMOLED panel shortages.

[via Unwired View]

There’s also Bluetooth 3.0, WiFi b/g/n and A-GPS, together with 90MB of internal storage and a microSD card slot.  Unfortunately there isn’t the same high-end A/V codec support as we’ve seen on other recent Samsung handsets; the Wave 723 makes do with MPEG4, H.263 and H.264, eschewing DivX and Xvid.

Still, it’s a more entry-level step into bada ownership, if that’s something you really want, together with the fledgling bada application store.  No word on pricing, but Samsung says the Wave 723 will arrive in Germany next month, followed by broader European availability, Asia and Africa.

Press Release:

Samsung Takes Brilliant Next Step in Democratization of Smart Phone Market, with Launch of the Wave 723

SEOUL, Korea – August 30, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the launch of the Wave 723 (Model : GT-S7320E), the newest smart phone based on its open smart phone platform, Samsung bada. The device reinforces Samsung’s commitment to democratizing the smart phone market and enabling access for all. Through the launch of the Wave 723, Samsung will deliver a remarkable smart phone experience to a broader demographic of users.

The Wave 723 combines a crystal clear 3.2-inch TFT-LCD display with an application-centric interface that allows users to seamlessly and directly access applications that support their daily needs and lifestyles. The Social Hub feature helps you stay organized while staying connected with friends and family everywhere, anytime. These features are enhanced by the latest Wi-Fi technology that delivers faster download speeds and gives users access from greater distances.

The smart phone is ideal for people who are on the move and excited to share their lives using Samsung’s most efficient and intelligent mobile technology. It has been designed to deliver the highest performance and quality to so that users can take full advantage of all aspects of the online experience from their mobile phone. The Wave 723 will be available starting in September 2010 in Germany and will be gradually rolled out to other European markets including Southeast Asia, the Middle East Asia, and Africa.

“The Wave 723 reflects our relentless pursuit of the best in mobile technologies by optimizing the application and social media experience. In new and innovative ways, the Wave 723 delivers on Samsung’s goal to give a rich, connected smart phone experience to everyone,” said JK Shin, President and Head of the Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics.

The Wave 723 has been designed to open the door to an expanded and rich application environment giving users access to applications that will help them to enhance and organize their lives. The Wave 723 offers easy and direct access to the Samsung Apps store for browsing, purchasing and downloading of free and premium apps. Featuring a wealth of games, navigation, social networking, e-book, health and lifestyle applications, Samsung Apps allows the Samsung Wave 723 to be a true lifestyle assistant with localized services that specific and dedicated to individual lifestyles.

The bada platform is at the core of Samsung’s application-centric vision and allows for the open development of apps of all kinds. Wave 723 is developed based on the bada SDK 1.1. The SDK 1.1 has Auto-UI scaling feature where application developers can reproduce applications to work on Wave 723 from already developed bada Application on Wave with minimum effort. With this feature, more rich applications can be delivered to users in advance.

Equipped with the latest Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), the Wave 723 lets users take advantage of download speeds while reaching networks at greater distances. It has an easy and simplified downloading process so you can get apps to your phone faster than ever. This means users can take full advantage of the application-centric nature of the Wave 723 without having to wait for the applications to download.

The Wave 723 has also been designed to not just be powerful in performance but beautiful to look at. It measures a thin 11.8mm with a metallic back cover, making the Wave 723 sleek and modern, while at the same time reflecting the mobile’s technological prowess. Its new leather flip cover offers protection to the mobile as well as a sophisticated flair. Its natural-material is the perfect contrast to the mobile’s metal chassis showing that a handset can combine balance and beauty.

The Asus Eee PC 1016P is still missing a product page, in its own right, but it is being showcased on Asus’ website now. So, that next logical step will probably happen right around the corner here. However, despite the official page missing, previous reports of the netbook’s existence have the full list of specs already available, and we’ve no reason to think that they’ll change much in the coming weeks. Under the hood you’ll find an Intel Atom N455 CPU, Bluetooth 3.0, a 320GB hard drive, and 2GB of RAM to give you an extra boost in your daily computing needs. It has DDR3 support, and the battery life is clocked at 13 hours on a single charge.

As for the other details, they look like this: Windows 7 Starter, a 10-inch LED-backlit WSVGA screen with a resolution of 1024 x 600, a 0.3MP front-facing camera, stereo speakers, 3 USB 3.0 ports and 1 LAN RJ-45 port. It also comes with a card reader, and the battery is of the 6-cell variety. It will come in black and silver, whenever it officially launches. There’s still no word on that official release date, nor is there a price point that we can reveal to you today.

[via EeePC.net]

Both get Samsung’s TouchWiz 3.0 UI and A-GPS, and the Galaxy 3 throws in DivX and Xvid playback, an accelerometer and proximity sensor.  Both have 170MB of internal storage and a microSD card slot; OS is Android 2.1.

The Samsung Galaxy 3 will be launched in July 2010 in Europe and Asia, while the Samsung Galaxy 5 will drop in the same month in Europe, Latin America, China, Australia, SEA, SWA and EMEA.  No word on pricing for either handset.

Press Release:

Samsung launches Android -powered Galaxy 3 mobile, a ‘smart, social media powerhouse’

Samsung Galaxy 3 targets youth audience with intuitive social networking and multimedia features

SINGAPORE, JUNE 15, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the launch of the Galaxy 3 (model I5800), a ‘smart, social media powerhouse’ based on the Android™ 2.1 platform.

The company’s newest smartphone, Galaxy 3, supports the highly connected lifestyles of today’s younger mobile users who value a full range of social networking capabilities at their fingertips.

The Galaxy 3 features Samsung’s Social Hub, an integrated phonebook that links contacts from across social networks, allowing users to connect with friends across platforms and communicate seamlessly across networks. Users’ contact lists from sites including Facebook, MySpace and Twitter are accessible on one platform; ensuring that users can remain fully connected at all times. Social Hub also allows fans of social networking to view photos on their mobiles using the integrated media browser, and seamlessly upload, manage and share photos from Twitter, Facebook and Picasa or create a digital photo album while on the go.

The latest in Samsung’s portfolio of Android-powered devices, the Galaxy 3 delivers rich media experiences that will impress even the most fastidious mobile users. The device supports a full suite of Google mobile services, including Google Search™ with Search by voice, Google Maps™, Gmail™, Calendar, YouTube™, Google Talk™ and Android Market™, so that users can benefit from the wealth of valuable content and enjoy familiar desktop PC experiences on the move via a user interface tailored for mobile devices. The Google mobile services will be customized based on regional preferences and availability.

The Galaxy 3 device also provides rich, augmented reality content through the Layar Reality Browser that shows the real view of a location and displays information with only one click. By holding up the Galaxy to a POI (Point of Interest) such as a landmark, users can easily find the information they need, such as movie times or the history of a landmark, with the help of Google Maps™.

Featuring an elegant, sleek design, the Galaxy 3 is an affordable yet powerful social media device, providing an integrated mobile experience. DivX support transforms the device into a personal entertainment system for video, while support for multiple audio formats will delight music lovers. The long-lasting Li-Ion 1500mAh battery means that the viewing experience is maximized. The Samsung Galaxy 3 comes equipped with a TouchWiz 3.0 User interface, which makes searching and browsing easy and intuitive.

JK Shin, President and Head of the Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics said, “The Samsung Galaxy 3 was designed to extend our portfolio of Android™ -powered devices and underlines Samsung’s commitment to offer a smartphone for every lifestyle. This device has a number of distinct benefits that can be tailored to suit users’ personal tastes. The Galaxy 3 seamlessly integrates active social networking and rich media experiences to provide the best social and multi-media capabilities available on the market today.”

The Galaxy 3 will be launched in July 2010 and will be expanded to Europe and Asia.

Press Release:

Put your Social Life in your purse, with the Samsung Galaxy 5

Teens, students, and young professionals can stay effortlessly connected on-the-go with the sleek new Galaxy 5 Smartphone

Singapore– June 15th, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today launched the Galaxy 5 (Model: I5500), the only way to stay cool and connected with your social world, wherever and whenever you want.
Powered by the Android™ platform, the Galaxy 5 gives you Samsung’s Social Hub – a single contacts list on your phone that brings together all of your social networks, friends’ contact details and email services. Whether you’re a social butterfly or young professional, you can quickly and easily share updates, check statuses of choose the best way to contact friends, all from a single screen!
“The Galaxy 5 is designed to cater to the needs of the millennial generation and offers instant access to social networks coupled with a bold, intuitive design,” said JK Shin, President and head of the Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics. “The product will deliver dynamic, social experiences to consumers and always-on connectivity. The constant access to your social world means that the Galaxy 5 will keep up with your busy lifestyle and never slow you down.”

Your seamless social life
Alongside Social Hub, the Galaxy 5 features a range of personalized features that make it easy to manage your life. Download entertaining and useful applications from Android Market™, plan an event on Facebook, update your location on Foursquare or share photos from last night’s party on Flickr.

Made for your active lifestyle
The Galaxy 5 has been built to keep pace with your busy life. Samsung’s customized TouchWiz 3.0 user interface (UI) delivers a swift, intuitive experience. The Galaxy 5 features Swype, the ultra-fast text-input service: simply draw your finger in a continuous motion over the letters on the screen to quickly form a word, Swype then intelligently predicts the word that you’re spelling, providing a fast and easy way to write messages.
For added speed and flexibility, the Galaxy 5 allows you to first write the text before deciding the best way to share it – you will have the freedom to transform the text into a Facebook status update, life stream on Twitter, or a personalized note to a friend via text or e-mail.

Stand out from the crowd
Samsung’s Galaxy 5 is perfect for those who need their mobile device to match their own chic, sophisticated or individual style. The phone exhibits a bold yet fun, design that will look good anywhere. The mobile’s sleek contours and asymmetric casing will look great in your new handbag or your pocket. The Galaxy 5’s simple, rounded edges and ergonomic, comfortable grip make it tactile and a joy to hold.
A Galaxy of entertainment
Featuring a host of entertainment options, the Galaxy 5 will keep you busy and engaged all the time. You’ll love using the 2 megapixel camera to photograph you friends on a night out, while the lightning-fast browser will allow you to instantly browse the web. A single tap on the address bar enables seamless web navigation and you can easily revisit favorite sites, thanks to webpage thumbnails – which provide visual feedback in addition to the URL. Since the Galaxy is armed with HTML5 and HSDPA 7.2, you will be able to view all types of content more quickly, and download files faster than ever.
If you’re craving a new type of experience, you can use the Layar Reality Browser to overlay contextual information about points of interest and explore new locations from the comfort of your screen. You can access rich, accurate augmented reality content by holding up your Galaxy 5 to a point of interest, such as a landmark. Then you can easily pull up a menu or reviews for a restaurant or bar for a night on the town. Also, you won’t have to worry about getting lost thanks to great navigational support. Google Maps™ will help you navigate any new area and find your chosen destination.
On the off chance that you grow weary of the content on your device, the Galaxy 5 is equipped with excellent connectivity features so that you can easily access content from anywhere. Wi-Fi offers fast internet browsing on-the-go. Bluetooth 2.1 provides wireless convenience when connecting to PCs and other devices, and USB facilitates easy file transfers of your important documents, photos, and music. Additionally, Samsung AllShare™ allows you to control, search, swap and play photos, and music across a full range of DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) certified Samsung devices, including notebooks and TVs. The technology makes it easy for you to seamlessly share videos, without the hassle of connecting cables. You can even use the Galaxy 5 as a remote control for your Samsung TV or play video games through a laptop.
The Samsung Galaxy 5 will be available from July in the Europe, Latin America, China, Australia, SEA, SWA, and EMEA.

There’s also WiFi b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0+HS and 10/100 ethernet, together with three USB 2.0 ports, VGA, audio in/out and a multiformat memory card reader.  Storage is via either a 160GB or 250GB hard-drive, and there are two batteries: a 3-cell pack good for up to 4hrs or a 6-cell for up to 8hrs.

So, nothing especially dramatic in terms of specs then, so the real judgement will have to wait until we know the price.  Unfortunately Acer aren’t saying until the Aspire One D260 drops on July 1st 2010.

Press Release:

Mobile glamour with the new Acer Aspire One D260

London, 8th June 2010 – Overhauling an award-winning product that was born with user friendliness, excellent usability and total mobility in mind is not an easy task. Acer, with its commitment to creating products that offer a terrific user experience, has surpassed itself with the new Aspire One D260.

The new Acer Aspire One D260 looks impressive from any angle. Ultra-thin and light design, up to 8 hours battery life, optimal performance, all-round connectivity and a fresh, new look, all combine to create a stunning device that is the perfect companion for on-the-go daily use.

The first thing you notice is the gorgeous cover proudly showing off the chrome-plated Aspire One logo. The palm rest and rear mirror strip are adorned by the same attractive flake pattern as the front cover for a stunningly stylish look inside and out. The back cover, as good looking as the front one, and the transparent power button, portraying a floating effect, complete the glamorous design that sparkles with class wherever it goes. Choose among four trendy colour options – Black Flake, Purple Flake, Pink Flake and Charcoal Flake – the one that best reflects your style and personality.

Smart power technologies combine with environmentally friendly production to create an all-round green device. RoHS and WEEE compliance means less hazardous substances were used in the production; single charge all-day power, Acer MiniGo adapter, LED backlit display and low power processor ensure conformity with Energy Star® requirements; minimized material consumption, modular construction and reduced packaging material guarantee efficient recyclability.

With a single charge you get up to 8 hours cable free power so you can email, chat, blog or surf as much as you want and get the most while you are on the go. A real globetrotter, the Aspire One D260 comes with the innovative Acer MiniGo adapter that has a wall mount design, is 34% lighter than typical adapters, and saves 1/3 charging time. What’s more, it comes with optional interchangeable AC converters, so you will always have the right plug.

Ultra-thin (only 24 mm) and ultra-light – 1.25 kg for models with 6-cell battery pack–, the Aspire One D260 features a 28 cm (10.1”) Acer CrystalBrite™ WSVGA display with a 1024×600 pixel resolution and a 16:9 format, making it ideal for web chatting, web browsing and video streaming. Plus, the display is LED backlit and ensures 22.2% power savings compared with other netbook displays.

The highly responsive 93% standard-size keyboard, with larger keys for more comfortable typing is complemented by the wider multi-gesture touchpad, which is perfect for scrolling documents, rotating images, zooming and browsing, all with fingertip convenience.

Designed to keep you in touch with your world at all times, the Aspire One D260 comes with several connectivity options. You can connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ technologies, Fast Ethernet or optional 3G. You can also take advantage of high-speed sharing of media files or documents using Bluetooth® 3.0+HS (optional). Plus, Acer SignalUp™ antenna technology provides enhanced transmission and reception, and Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ handles multiple large content files simultaneously.

Use the built-in digital microphone and the Acer CrystalEye webcam, optimised for poorly lit environments, to chat live, capture photos or video conference: a tiny window allowing you to stay in contact with friends, family and colleagues at all times. And, as an option the Aspire One D260 can be preloaded with Android OS, ensuring ultra-fast access to Internet, along with Microsoft Windows 7. Starting up the netbook with Android you will be able to surf the web or check your email in just about 15 seconds!

The Aspire One D260 is equipped with the new Intel® Atom™ N455/N450 processor, Mobile Intel® NM10 Express Chipset and can integrate up to 2 GB of DDR3[1] memory. Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3150, with 64 MB of dedicated system memory, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9, guarantees superb graphic performance. Notwithstanding its compact size, it houses a large internal hard disk with up to 250 GB of capacity and a built-in multi-in-one card reader for more convenient storage options and file sharing.

With a glamorous body and a powerful engine, the Aspire One D260 offers the perfect balance between style and performance. Add the ultra-light and ultra-thin design and you have a device that you’ll want to show off wherever you go.

Otherwise things are pretty much par for the course, with three USB 2.0 ports, a 10/100 ethernet port, audio in/out and VGA, together with a multiformat memory card reader.  The display is a 10.1-inch panel and there looks to be optional 3G and Bluetooth 3.0+HS support along with the standard WiFi.

No word on when the Acer Aspire One 533 will land, but given the specs we can’t imagine Acer holding off for any particular reason. Pricing tba.

You can clearly see the bright blue USB 3.0 ports on the side, and they’re right next to a flap-down ethernet port similar to the space-saving design Sony used on their VAIO X.  It seems a shame to only VGA rather than HDMI display connectivity, though given the Eee PC 1018P lacks anything like NVIDIA’s Ion GPU it would be wasted anyway.

Back at CeBIT we were told the 1018P would come with integrated 3G, though there’s no word on whether that will be a standard-fit feature.  However we do know about there being 1-2GB of RAM, a 250GB to 500GB hard-drive, 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 display and WiFi b/g/n together with Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (3.0 is optional).  No word on pricing at this stage.

[via EeePC.IT]

There’s also A-GPS, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 2.0 and WiFi b/g/n, while onboard storage will be either 8GB or 16GB.  That can be expanded courtesy of a microSD card slot happy with up to 32GB cards.  Connectivity includes quadband GSM and triband (900/1900/2100) UMTS/HSPA.

All in all it’s a particularly well-specified device, and Samsung are obviously looking to take on the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 and the Google Nexus One with this new flagship.  Preloaded apps will include Swype, Layar, a DLNA streaming app and the ThinkFree Office viewer.  No word on when it might hit the market, however, beyond “sometime this year”.

[via Android Community]

Press Release:

Samsung Welcomes You to the “Smart Life” with the Global Launch of the Galaxy S

Powered by 4-inch Super AMOLED and the latest version of Android™,
Galaxy S brings rich technology and enhanced mobile experience

LAS VEGAS, March 23, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today introduced the Galaxy S (Model: GT-I9000), a smartphone that makes users’ lives more convenient, more exciting, and more integrated. JK Shin, president and head of Samsung Electronics’ Mobile Communications Business announced the global launch of the Galaxy S at his keynote speech at the International CTIA Wireless 2010. The Galaxy S will be available in Europe, North America, Latin America, Australia, and Asia soon.

The Android-powered Galaxy S incorporates a 4-inch Super AMOLED screen and a 1 GHz application processor that enables vibrant HD videos, rich augmented reality content through Layar Reality Browser, and advanced LBS (Location Based Services). The ‘Social Hub’ provides always-on social networks connectivity allowing users to enjoy communications with their friends, colleagues, and families whenever they want and wherever they are.

The Galaxy S is designed to provide immersive, intelligent and integrated experiences, with the power to enrich people’s lives through best-in-class services and technologies. The Galaxy S will allow users around the world to experience the “Smart Life,” which Samsung anticipates will shift the way that consumers view smartphones and how they interact with them in their daily lives.

The Galaxy S immerses users in a world of rich multimedia. The large 4-inch Super AMOLED display delivers unrivalled screen quality, with less reflection, free viewing angles and super-fast touch-response. The mDNIe (mobile Digital Natural Image engine) – a technology used in Samsung’s best-selling LCD and LED TVs – boosts an even sharper and crisper viewing experience for photos, videos, and e-books. It creates a perfect environment to record, edit and play HD video, to browse the Internet, and to read your favorite e-books. A variety of applications from Android Market™ allows users to even more extend the benefits and excitement of smartphone experience. Plus, users have access to Google™ mobile services, such as Google Search™, Gmail™, and Google Maps™.

Living a “Smart Life” requires intelligence, and the Galaxy S delivers just that by utilizing personal preferences to gather information online that each user needs and wants. With a user-defined daily briefing, lightning-fast processing speeds and location-based search options like Layar Reality Browser – the Galaxy S gives users the information they need wherever and whenever needed. The Galaxy S represents the next level of intelligence in smartphones.

The Galaxy S integrates every aspect of life in a smart and sophisticated way. In addition to wireless integration with a variety of other devices, such as notebooks, TVs and cameras, the highly advanced Social Hub plugs users quickly and conveniently into their complete world of social networking and email.

“The Android-powered Galaxy S will set a new standard for smartphones,” said JK Shin, president and head of Mobile Communications Business. “The Galaxy S is the perfect device for people in all corners of the world who want that extra edge; to be more effective, productive, better connected, and in tune with their smart life – both personal and professional – all in a very easy and simple way.”

Other Key Features

• Daily Briefing: Offers instant access to weather, news, stocks, and the scheduler.
• All Share: Enables inter-device connectivity via DLNA (Digtal Living Network Alliance) technology.
• Home Cradle: Enables use as a digital photo frame, table clock, calendar, and music station.
• Write and go: Jot down an idea first and later decide on a format such as SMS/ MMS, email, calendar or memo.
• Swype: Provides fast and easy way to input text on screen while on-the-move.
• ThinkFree: Apps to view and edit Microsoft Office 2007 documents.
• Smart Alarm: Wakes up with a natural alarm sound and automatically turned-on display light.

The Galaxy S is exhibited at The International CTIA Wireless at booth # 1023.

Note to Editors:
JK Shin, Keynote Speech “Future of the Smartphone is NOW”

At Samsung’s CTIA keynote address this morning, JK Shin unveiled the Galaxy S and discussed the company’s vision for ‘Democratization of Smartphone’. With an increasingly challenging and dynamic market environment, Samsung is continuing to innovate to stay ahead, looking to smartphones as the core of its strategy. According to industry estimates, global sales of smartphones will double by 2013 and account for one-fourth of all handset sales. With first-time buyers driving half of global sales, it’s clear that the appeal of smartphones is no longer limited to early adopters or even to advanced economies.

JK Shin announced Samsung’s vision “to advance the democratization of the smartphone” and “to make smartphones available for everyone, regardless of cost, need, lifestyle or geographic location.” This strategy points to Samsung’s commitment to deliver devices, applications and services that are relevant for every lifestyle and to empower users around the globe with access to the information and connections that produce valuable user experiences. Mr. Shin also introduced the Smart Life concept and said, “Smart Life is delivering a smartphone experience that is simple, organized and integrated. And Smart Life is flexible and versatile, allowing smartphone users to customize their user experience to fit their own needs.” Based on feedback from U.S. consumers, this philosophy embodies Samsung’s drive to build a new class of smartphones that will maximize user experiences.

Other features include Bluetooth 3.0, 802.11n WiFi, TouchWiz 3.0, an unspecified 1GHz processor, 5 megapixel camera, 2GB or 8GB internal memory, aGPS, accelerometer, a microSD expansion slot, multi-codec support for DivX, XviD, MP3 and WMV, and support for virtual 5.1 surround sound and 720p recording / decoding.

Wave’s expected to release in April but pricing is still to be determined.

Samsung Delivers Brilliant New Smart Phone Experience
with Launch of Samsung Wave

· Full touch Super AMOLED offers the best ever viewing quality on a mobile
· Social Hub brings all your social networks together in one, unified solution
· TouchWiz 3.0 expands Smartphone usability to the next level

February 14th, 2010, Barcelona, Spain – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the launch of the Samsung Wave (Model: S8500). This is the first mobile handset to be released on Samsung’s new, open mobile platform, Samsung bada, and the cornerstone of the company’s commitment to provide a smartphone for every lifestyle.

The Samsung Wave offers a Super AMOLED 3.3” display that makes the screen truly come alive, a Social Hub to bring you closer to your contacts and connections, and TouchWiz 3.0 for an intuitive and hugely customizable user interface. The Wave’s high-speed CPU ensures swift, smooth application experiences and multi-tasking, making the device an always-on mobile multimedia companion. The Samsung Wave has been built to offer users an unrivalled level of performance, customization and choice in how they connect with their world. The stunning full touch mobile will be available globally from April 2010.

“The Samsung Wave truly demonstrates our commitment to deliver rich, connected and innovative smartphone experiences to everyone,” said JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung Wave sees our platform vision become a reality. For the first time, developers have the freedom to create applications across multiple platforms, for consumption on a huge range of devices. In the Wave, our developer partners can see the ocean of opportunity that is offered by the bada mobile platform and our device technology,” he said.

Super AMOLED – Seeing is believing
With the Samsung Wave, seeing really is believing as it features the world’s first Super AMOLED display; delivering an unrivalled screen experience on a smartphone. The Super AMOLED offers much brighter, clearer, and less reflective AMOLED OnCell display, featuring a high resolution WVGA (800×480 pixels) screen with mDNIe (mobile Digital Natural Image engine) technology. DNIe technology is proven display technology which incorporated to Samsung’s LCD TV and LED TV lineups. With a free viewing angle and super fast response, the Samsung Wave display provides superb image quality for viewing both videos and photos.

Social Hub – my communities at my hand

Social Hub has been designed from the ground up to seamlessly integrate all major portal’s email, IM and SNS services directly into the Samsung Wave. With its TouchWiz 3.0 UI, it provides users easy-flow integrated experience of messaging, managing contacts and viewing calendar events. Social Hub is powered by the amazing push technology to deliver email messages, calendar events and SNS updates in real-time.

TouchWiz 3.0 UI – new and improved

The Samsung Wave provides superior levels of choice to all users via its fully customizable menus and home-page. For those who demand access to their social networking sites at all times, the device allows users to change the layout of the home-page to allow instant access to Twitter, Facebook and a host of other social networking services. For those who love music, the device home-page can be turned into an intuitive media player; while for those who take and share a lot of photos, the home page can be customized to feature favourite images. Users will also benefit from Quick Panel, a way of prioritizing and aggregating applications into one screen for instant access.

With its eye-catchingly brilliant screen, Samsung’s latest TouchWiz 3.0 user interface gives a tactile, intuitive user experience, and includes iconic new features such as motion UI, Smart Unlock and customizable widget screen.

Speed, performance and beauty

The Samsung Wave benefits from a superb 1GHz processor which offers users the best graphic performance available today. Its speed makes the touch screen user interface incredibly responsive and intuitive and, more importantly, means that the 3D and memory-intensive graphic and video performance is unsurpassed.

The Samsung Wave is also one of the most attractive devices with seamless, streamlined body that has no parting or harsh lines. A beautiful and strong tempered glass display perfectly complements and enhances the vividness of the Super AMOLED display. Furthermore, with anti-smudge technology, those greasy thumb prints are a thing of the past.

Multimedia features and connectivity

Multi-codec support for DivX Xvid, MP4 and WMV, and support for virtual 5.1 surround sound delivery transforms the device into a personal entertainment system and HD video (720p) decoding and recording capabilities make the Samsung Wave an outstanding device for capturing, sharing and viewing video.

For the first time in the world, Samsung Wave is incorporated Bluetooth® 3.0 and WiFi 802.11n standard.

Samsung Apps: unlimited expandability

Samsung’s bada platform allows mobile users to simply and easily download an abundance of applications from Samsung Apps, an integrated application store accessible from the device and online. Featuring a wealth of games, navigation, social networking, e-book, health and lifestyle applications, Samsung Apps gives users instant access to a huge choice of mobile experiences.

Otherwise it’s the usual 1.6GHz Intel Atom CPU, 160GB hard-drive and 1GB of RAM (maximum 2GB supported); ports include three USB 2.0, audio in/out and a memory card reader.  Connectivity is ethernet, WiFi a/b/g and of course that speedy Bluetooth 3.0 (if you can find any peripherals to test it out with).

Finally there’s a built-in webcam, 4,400mAh 6-cell battery and – according to Electronic Pulp – a cramped keyboard and “dry plastic feel”.  Battery life is estimated at “more than four hours … with moderate to heavy usage”; the netbooks will cost around 21,190 pesos in the Philippines ($440).

Video demo after the cut

“Think of the connection between Bluetooth technology and 802.11 this way – it’s like a two-man relay: Bluetooth 3.0 puts the team in good position and then passes the baton to the sprinter” Michael Foley, Executive Director, Bluetooth SIG

Bluetooth 3.0 + HS is being pitched as a way to transfer large amounts of data between devices, rather than just the occasional photo or small video.  There’s already interest in including it in camcorders and digital cameras, and it’s a fair assumption that the next generation of cellphones and laptops will support the standard.

Those who use Bluetooth headsets will also see an improvement, as Bluetooth 3.0 + HS is also said to boost connection stability even when the phone is moved to a pocket or purse.  Atheros, Broadcom and CSR have all signed up to develop chips for the new wireless standard, and products are expected to arrive on the market in 9 to 12 months.

Press Release:

Bluetooth Technology Gets Faster with Bluetooth 3.0

Bluetooth SIG Adds Speed, Bandwidth via 802.11 with Bluetooth 3.0 of the Global Wireless Standard

April 21, 2009 09:48 PM Eastern Daylight Time
TOKYO–(EON: Enhanced Online News)–From its annual All Hands Meeting in Tokyo this week, the Bluetooth SIG formally adopted Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 + High Speed (HS), or Bluetooth 3.0. This latest iteration of the popular short-range wireless technology fulfills the consumers’ need for speed while providing the same wireless Bluetooth experience – faster. Manufacturers of consumer electronics and home entertainment devices can now build their products to send large amounts of video, music and photos between devices wirelessly at speeds consumers expect.

“Think of the connection between Bluetooth technology and 802.11 this way – it’s like a two-man relay: Bluetooth 3.0 puts the team in good position and then passes the baton to the sprinter.”
Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.

“Like Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights, this latest version was ‘born to go fast,’” said Michael Foley, Ph.D., executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. “Utilizing the 802.11 radio was a natural choice as it provides efficiencies for both our members and consumers – members get more function out of the two radios they are already including in devices, and consumers with Bluetooth 3.0 + HS products will get faster exchange of information without changing how they connect. We are excited to expand the possibilities of the PAN.”

Added Foley: “Think of the connection between Bluetooth technology and 802.11 this way – it’s like a two-man relay: Bluetooth 3.0 puts the team in good position and then passes the baton to the sprinter.”

This newest version of Bluetooth technology builds on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 + EDR version, including Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. And as with all versions of the Bluetooth specification, Bluetooth 3.0 + HS provides developers, manufacturers and consumers with the benefit of backwards compatibility, enabling both the expansion and enhancement of this technology with every new specification release. Once products reach the market, the easiest way for consumers to learn which devices are compatible with other Bluetooth enabled devices is to visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.

Applications

With the availability of Bluetooth 3.0 + HS, consumers can expect to move large data files of videos, music and photos between their own devices and the trusted devices of others, without the need for cables and wires. Some applications consumers will experience include:

Wirelessly bulk synchronize music libraries between PC and music player or phone
Bulk download photos to a printer or PC
Send video files from camera or phone to computer or television

Availability

The Bluetooth SIG’s formal adoption of Bluetooth 3.0 is only the first step in the product lifecycle. News out today from wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies Atheros, Broadcom, CSR and Marvell shows the second step – getting silicon solutions to device manufacturers – is already underway. End products for consumers with Bluetooth 3.0 are expected to be in the market in 9 to 12 months.

Technical Specifications

This new specification release includes several major enhancements (learn more about Bluetooth 3.0 technology – link to specification details requires member login):

Generic Alternate MAC/PHY (AMP)
802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL)
Generic Test Methodology
Enhanced Power Control
Unicast Connectionless Data
A feature for the headset crowd: More stable and reliable headset experiences will be enabled with Enhanced Power Control which reduces the incidence of disconnects caused by movement such as placing a phone in pocket or purse.

Unicast Connectionless Data provides faster transfer of information at lower power, giving consumers improved responsiveness and better battery life and a visible improvement in performance.

About Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

Bluetooth wireless technology is the global short-range wireless standard for personal connectivity of a broad range of electronic devices. The technology continues to evolve, building on its inherent strengths – small-form factor radio, low power, low cost, built-in security, robustness, ease-of-use, and ad hoc networking abilities. More than eight new Bluetooth enabled products are qualified every working day and more than 19 million Bluetooth units are shipping per week. There are over two billion Bluetooth devices in the marketplace and that number climbs daily, making it the only proven wireless choice for developers, product manufacturers, and consumers worldwide.

About the Bluetooth SIG

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), comprised of leaders in the telecommunications, computing, consumer electronics, automotive and network industries, is driving development of Bluetooth wireless technology and bringing it to market. The Bluetooth SIG includes Promoter group companies Ericsson, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia and Toshiba, along with over 11,000 Associate and Adopter member companies. The Bluetooth SIG, Inc. headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, U.S.A. For more information please visit www.bluetooth.com.