Samsung’s ATIV Smart PC
ATIV Smart PC's i5 verion adds a touch of pro to the tablet space.
The first iteration of the Slate PC had got us all excited welcome digression from lightweight tablets to a well connected tablet cum lapotop, connectivity dock and all.
Samsung seems are set to take that momentum further with the ATIV Power PC, their Windows 8 based device. The promise here is the soul of a power pc in the body of a media tablet. We had a sneek peek at the device, and came away mighty impressed. The machine boasts a very decent processing beef, a mix of the Intel atom for the ATIV Smart PC and an impressive i5 variation in the ATIV Smart PC Pro. Design wise, its sleek, the brushed aluminum touch taking it on to the premium stage. We tried out the S Pen, and yes, the stylus blended in perfectly for the Windows 8 tile format. Both versions have an impressive 1920x1080p display with 400nit brightness.One point that was highlighted during the presentation was Samsungs proprietary anti-ageing battery technology which essentially ensures the battery keeps up to 70% of its capacity for up to 1500 charges, meaning an average 3 year cycle.
Samsung’s first Windows 8 phone
ATIV S is a steeled up device that seems ready to take on the best
Its that step we have been curious about, whether the brand would take what is a hot seller in the Android space to Windows 8. Well, we have got a glimpse of the ATIVA S, Samsungs first step into the Windows 8 arena. Impressive looking device, we must admit, massive 4.3” screen [AMOLED HD of course], 1.5GHz Dual Core ARM-based Krait processor, 2300mAh battery with a 16GB core memory expandable via micro SD and an 8MB AF+ LED Flash camera.
We loved that full brushed aluminum feel which is carried across the
ATIV Smart PC options as well. It gives the phone a very solid feel, and
the responsiveness pointed to a device that should be taken seriously
in the days to come. Make that very.
Samsung’s ATIV S smartphone has a form factor that is similar to a different Samsung Android product, this time the Galaxy S III. The screen, at 4.8-inches,is the same size as the one on the Galaxy S III, and is most likely the exact same one found on Samsung’s flagship Android smartphone. The phone will have HSPA+ capabilities, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, and will run Windows Phone 8.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini review
The Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini is a pared down version of the top-tier Galaxy S3, but does it do enough to compete with its rivals?
Packing an Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS in a smaller package than the original, the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini offers Super AMOLED skills but its up against the Motorola Razr i, Sony Xperia P and the original iPhone 4.
Everything is smaller than the Galaxy S3, naturally. Samsung can claim an ultra lightweight body as the Galaxy S3 Mini clocks in at 111.5 grams, designed to undercut the iPhone 5 by just half a gram. It matches the body of theiPhone 5 for size and the screen is now 4 inches as opposed to 4.8 inches.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini: Features
Everythings been downsized from the original Galaxy S3. A dual-core processor replaces the quad-core one, a five megapixel camera replaces the 8 megapixel one and internal storage is now just 8GB, though theres the MicroSD expansion option.
Familiar Samsung apps like S Voice are Memo are embedded within the Jelly Bean OS and theres a decent pair of headphones in the box, offering a good upgrade from the poor headphones that accompany many Android smartphones (except those made by Sony...)
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini: Performance
The Galaxy S3 Mini is'nt slow and is able to handle multiple apps at speed with no slowdown. Yes, youll notice the dual-core processor struggle with the latest games aimed at high-end smartphones, but the presence of Jelly Bean out of the box and extra Samsung apps add value.
The camera looks woefully average in 2012 - its a five megapixel sensor under the bonnet but the results arent as convincing as cheaper rivals and a full step back from iPhone 4 or Motorola Razr i camera performance.
Images lack definition, shutter speed is slow and low light shooting is particularly bad. The 8GB is storage isnt great for music or app fans either and although you can use a MicroSD card, were surprised that the Galaxy S3 Mini doesnt offer 16GB as standard.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini: Battery
The 1500mAh battery lasts a day and half with heavy use which is commendable and matches rivals in the same price band.
Key Specs
| Product type | Smart phone |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Google Android |
| Application store | Yes |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen size | 4 in. |
| Camera resolution | 5 megapixels |
| Size (WxHxD) | 63x122x9.85 mm |
| Weight | 112 g |
The Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini looks like a Galaxy S3 but has been stripped of all the things that made that smartphone the T3 smartphone of the year. The real killer is that it doesnt cost that much less than a Galaxy S3 which means, once youve seen one, its hard to accept second best, unless Samsung does the right thing by slashing the price, making this an acceptable proposition once more.
Provided by T3me.com
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