The mobile cameraphone Samsung Pixon, also called the M8800, is the second eight megapixel handset by Samsung, following the Samsung i8510 INNOV8. It has a full touchscreen, and most of its features have to do with the functionality of its in-phone camera. Sometimes called the Samsung Bresson, it was released in Octover of 2008.Engadget: Samsung Pixon gets official, ships in mid-October (September 29, 2008)
Samsung Pixon Specs
The Samsung Pixon's main feature is it's 8 megapixel camera, capable of taking video at up to 30 frames per second. It also has other features, such as an LED flash, auto face detection, and more. http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10054679-1.html
The Pixon has a size of 107.9 x 54.6 x 13.8 mm. It weighs 110 grams. It's screen is a resistive touchscreen (which, unlike the iPhone, does not need moisture or electrical charge to detect touch), measuring 3.2 inches, with a pixel resolution of 240 x 400 pixels. http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_m8800_bresson_appears_strangely_named_pixon_after_all-news-605.php This is standard size for widescreen phones.
The Pixon does not have a keyboard - it has only 3 main buttons. All other input is done thorough the touchscreen.
Review of The Samsung Pixon
This review shows the Samsung Pixon. The narrator states it is the successor to the Samsung Innov8. Both have 8.0 megapixel cameras. He talks about the display, and it's similarity to the iPhone, the Omnia, and other touchscreen phones on the market. From here, he gives a thorough tour and opinion of the phone's design, buttons, size, and more.
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Fast Facts
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Model
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Announced
September 2008
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Release Date
October 2008
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Price
800 USD (prices may vary)
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Size
107.9 x 54.6 x 13.8mm
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Display
3.2 inch touchscreen, 240 x 400 pixel resolution
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Camera
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Memory
MIcroSD exansion slot
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WiFi
None
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Bluetooth
Yes
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GPS
Yes
