Samsung ATIV S Overview
The Samsung ATIV S was not only the first Windows Phone 8 smartphone to be officially announced, but is also the first Windows Phone to feature a dual-core processor.
The new desktop version of Windows will combine with Windows Phone 8 smartphones to offer better convergence across multiple devices than has ever been seen before. With devices such as the ATIV S, Samsung aims to be a part of that.
The Samsung ATIV S runs on a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, with 1GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. Unlike the previous iteration of the Microsoft OS, Windows Phone 8 also includes compatibility for microSD slots, one of which is included with the Ativ S and is compatible up to 32GB.
The simplistic metro design of the Windows Phone 8 interface is housed within the 4.8” Super AMOLED display of the ATIV S, which is equally simplistic in its design. It has s slim profile, measuring in at just 8.7mm thick and weighs in at 135g.
Samsung has been doing a lot to develop its camera technology in recent years and this results in an 8MP snapper being included with the Ativ S. Autofocus and LED flash are also included, as is a 1.9MP front facing camera for video calling.
Music and video playback compatibility are as you would expect for a new smartphone and the ATIV S also includes a 3.5mm port for headphones. In terms of connectivity there’s Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi direct, 3G and DLNA included, so you’ve plenty of ways to share various media types.
While there are not necessarily hardware features included with the Ativ S that will make it stand out from its Android competitors, its compatibility with the desktop version of Windows 8 gives it a different kind of sparkle to the range of smartphones that are already out there.
Samsung ATIV S Features
- Windows Phone 8
- 1.5GHz dual-core processor
- 4.8" super AMOLED display
- 8MP camera with autofocus and LED flash
- MicroSD slot
- 16GB internal storage
- Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Direct
- DLNA
- 3.5mm port
Samsung ATIV S Box Contents
- Samsung ATIV S GT-I8750
- Battery
- 3 Pin UK Mains Adapter
- MicroUSB to USB Cable
- 3.5mm Headphones with Inline Microphone & Controls
- Ear Buds
- Quick Start Guide & Warranty Documents
| SIM Free & Unlocked | Yes |
| Operating System | Windows Phone |
| 8 | |
| Processor | |
| 1.5GHz Dual-Core | |
| Yes | |
| Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon | |
| Krait | |
| Expansion Slot | Yes |
| MicroSD | |
| 64GB | |
| RAM | 1GB |
| ROM | |
| Internal Storage | Yes |
| 16 GB | |
| Display/Screen | |
| Yes | |
| 4.8 | |
| Super AMOLED | |
| 720 x 1280 pixels | |
| ~306 ppi pixel density, 16M colours, Corning Gorilla Glass 2 | |
| GSM/GPRS | Yes |
| 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G/HSPA | Yes |
| 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| 3.0 | |
| A2DP | |
| WiFi | Yes |
| IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Ports | |
| microUSB | |
| microUSB | |
| 3.5mm | |
| Device Controls | |
| GPS | Yes |
| Internal Glonass | |
| Yes | |
| Camera | Yes |
| 8 | |
| Auto focus w/ LED Flash | |
| 3264x2448 pixels, geo tagging, image stabilization | |
| Front Facing Camera | Yes |
| 1.9MP | |
| Sensors | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Audio | |
| MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC player | |
| Video | |
| MP4/WMV/H.264/H.263 player | |
| 1080p@30fps | |
| Near Field Communication | Yes |
| FM Radio | |
| Battery | |
| 2300 mAh | |
| Li-ion | |
| Call Time | |
| Standby Time | |
| Dimensions | 137.2 x 70.5 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight | 135g |
| Software | |
| Other | |
| Warranty |
The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about this product. Hopefully you will find the answer to your question, if not, use the contact form below and we shall answer it for you.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes - If you are located outside of the UK you may want to take a look at our list of FAQs for international customers on the following link:http://www.clove.co.uk/international-customers.aspx
Is this phone SIM FREE and Unlocked?
Yes, this phone is unlocked and can be used with networks around the world. Do check the specifications to ensure compatibility in your region with your network provider. No SIM card or contract applies to this phone.
Is this phone brand new?
Yes. Unless the description of the product suggests otherwise (I.e. EX-DEMO) then this product is brand new and has not been used before.
Is there any network/operator branding?
No - There is only the manufacturers branding.
What size is the SIM card?
It is a micro SIM
What languages are on the device?
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