A galaxy of fun with the new Samsung Galaxy 5

MANILA, Philippines - Samsung Electronics Phils. Corp. is bringing the fun experience of smartphones closer to Filipinos with the country’s most affordable yet incredible sleek and stylish Android-powered smartphone, the Galaxy 5 (model: i5503).

Powered by the Android platform, the Galaxy 5 gives its users access to a virtually limitless array of downloadable applications from the Android Market. Plus, with Samsung’s Social Hub, they can indulge in a whole new experience of social networking.

“The Galaxy 5 is designed to cater to the needs of the millennial generation who want to personalize the way they use their phone. From downloading games, live wall papers and videos to instantly updating one’s status to their favorite social networking site, the Samsung Galaxy 5 offers a unique and enjoyable mobile phone experience wrapped in a bold, sleek and intuitive design,” said Glenn Glinoga, Samsung’s mobile communications business head.

A universe of applications

Choose from a seamlessly endless range of free applications from the Android Market. A variety of games, entertainment, lifestyle, sports, communication, and much more downloadable applications are available through the phone’s built-in Android Market widget.

Users can customize how they want their phone to keep them engaged and entertained. There are even applications to keep them updated with the latest in news, weather, and even show business. 

With Samsung Galaxy 5’s Social Hub, have all contacts from Facebook, Twitter and Gmail integrated into the phone and SMS contact list.

Schedule regular updates to see the latest profile pictures, status updates and media posts like photos and videos uploaded by friends. Receive e-mails, instant messages through Gmail, Facebook and Twitter virtually anywhere and anytime. Keeping connected has never been so quick, so integrated and so much fun.

A galaxy of entertainment

Featuring a host of entertainment options, the Galaxy 5 will keep one busy and engaged all the time. Users will love using the two-megapixel camera to photograph friends on a nightout, while the lightning-fast browser will allow them to instantly browse the Web.

A single tap on the address bar enables seamless Web navigation and one 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, users will be able to view all types of content more quickly, and download files faster than ever. 

If one is craving for a new type of experience, he can use the Layar Reality Browser to overlay contextual information on points of interest and explore new locations from the comfort of the screen.

Users can access rich, accurate augmented reality content by holding up the Galaxy 5 to a point of interest such as a landmark. Then they can easily pull up a menu or reviews for a restaurant or bar for a night on the town. Also, they won’t have to worry about getting lost, thanks to great navigational support. Google Maps will help them navigate any new area and find their chosen destination.

If by chance users grow weary of the content on the device, the Galaxy 5 is equipped with connectivity features so that they 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 important documents, photos, and music.

Additionally, Samsung AllShare allows users to control, search, swap and play videos, 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 users to seamlessly share videos without the hassle of connecting cables. They can even use the Galaxy 5 as a remote control for their Samsung TV or play video games through a laptop.

Made for active lifestyle

The Galaxy S has been built to keep pace with the users’ busy life. Samsung’s customized TouchWiz 3.0 user interface (UI) delivers a swift, intuitive experience.

The Galaxy 5 features Swype, an ultra-fast text-input service: simply draw one’s finger in a continuous motion over the letters on the screen to quickly form a word, Swype then intelligently predicts the word that is being spelled, providing a fast and easy way to write messages.

For added speed and flexibility, the Galaxy 5 allows users to first write the text before deciding the best way to share it — they 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.

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 phone’s sleek contours and asymmetric casing will look great in a new handbag or pocket. Its simple, rounded edges and ergonomic, comfortable grip make it tactile and a joy to hold.