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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Xcover 2

By Simon Allum on January 25, 2013 in

 

Samsung have today announced a new addition to their highly successful Galaxy range of handsets, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2.

The Xcover is an Android handset designed for those that have a love for outdoor living and need something a little more durable than the standard device.

Its dust proof, sand proof, waterproof up to 1m for up to 30 minutes and you can even take pictures underwater with it.

The 4.0″ display is coupled with a 5MP camera and a 1GHz dual core processor.  Running on Android Jellybean 4.1, the device also come pre-loaded with Google maps data and a cardio trainer pro workout application.

Full specs are:

  • 1GHz dual core processor
  • 4.0″ WVGA TFT display
  • Android 4.1 Jellybean
  • Rear 5MP camera with LED flash
  • Front VGA camera
  • IP67 certified
  • 1GB RAM
  • 4GB onboard storage
  • Battery cover lock
  • Strap holder
  • A-GPS
  • Glonass
  • Bluetooth 4.0
  • USB 2.0
  • Wi-Fi
  • MicroSD card slot (up to 32GB)
  • 130.5 x 67.7 x12mm
  • 148.5g
  • 1700mAh battery

The full press release is below:

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, today unveiled the Samsung Xcover 2, the ideal smartphone for active explorers who are enjoying outdoor lifestyles and seeking a durable mobile device with essential smartphone capabilities.
• The GALAXY Xcover 2 is optimized to endure against the most rugged outdoor conditions, whether you’re at work or
   play. Protected against the elements, it is dust and sand proof. It’s even water resistant to a depth of one meter for up to
   30 minutes (IP67 Certified). You can now take photos under water with the direct camera key, hold on tight to your
   device with the strap holder and not worry about dropping your phone as the battery cover lock gives added protection.
• Pre-downloaded Google map data, an enhanced GPS ＋ GLONASS which shortens the satellite signal detection by
   up to 20％ to tracks your location more accurately, LED Flash next to the camera which can be used like a torch and
   a huge battery capacity of 570 hours(1,700mAh), making the GALAXY Xcover 2 is the best possible smartphone partner
   for outdoor exploration.
• In addition, the Cardio Trainer Pro workout application will also help you achieve your fitness goals by creating a
   tailored training program, checking your progress and recording your track and speed.
• For everyday, users can expect the powerful performance characteristic of a Samsung smartphone with the robust
   GALAXY Xcover 2 shell. Its vivid 4.0” (100.8mm) WVGA display provides a clear and wide viewing experience,
   a 5-megapixel camera and VGA front camera that will let you record precious moments in high resolution,
   Bluetooth® v 4.0 gives a better connection that consumes less power and detects devices 50 meters away.
   An impressive 1GHz dual core processor powers the core of the GALAXY Xcover 2, which ensures
   a fast operating speed for seamless multitasking, faster webpage loading and softer UI transitions.
• Samsung GALAXY Xcover 2 runs Android™ 4.1 (Jelly Bean) enabling faster and smoother screen transitions and
   providing an enhanced user interface featuring a new, easier-to-use notification panel. As a premium Samsung
   Android™ phone, the device is packed with a series of innovative features and services to boost performance and
   the overall user experience. The intuitive Motion UI understands your movements to shake and update or turn over
   to mute; data can be synced, backed up and restored with S-Cloud; S Voice lets users control the phone using
   their voice, allowing you to see the weekly weather forecast, the contact number you’re trying to find or even take
   a picture as you speak; Best Shot recommends the best shot from a series of photos; Smart Stay recognizes
   whether the user is looking at the screen to dim the screen accordingly. Users can also enjoy all the benefits of
   Samsung Hubs, including the latest versions of Readers Hub, Video Hub, Game Hub and Music Hub.

 

About Simon Allum

Currently using a Nexus 4 and Nexus 7, proud father of three boys and a massive Liverpoo l FC fan.

The only thing that I have more passion for than tech is music!