Samsung INNOV8 (i8510) - 8 megapixel S60 slider

By the launch of INNOV8 (i8510), Samsung announced its existence in the high-end mobile phone category one again. The 8 mega pixel S60 slider is surely a challenge for N96 and other camera phones of its kind. This much hyped device does justice to its hype!

Hear it from Geesung Choi, President of Samsung Telecommunication Business:

"Samsung INNOV8 is made for tech-savvy users who want to enjoy the best possible multimedia entertainment with their mobile phone. With the 8-megapixel camera, pre-embedded 3D games, high speed data connections and much more other features will help users gain the true benefits of mobile entertainment. I expect Samsung INNOV8 to be a revolutionary milestone for Samsung for opening a new era of mobile multimedia”

INNOV8 is very sturdy and sleeker than other sliders of its category, say a N95 or N96. The crystal clear 16M color 2.8-inch LCD screen adds to its awesome looks. One may doubt it to a digicam on its back side view. Well placed multimedia switches add to its ergonomics. It uses a Symbian S60 OS. The interface for camera is a notable factor. The phone comes loaded with lots of application and also two of the most featured mobile games, Asphalt 4 and FIFA '08.

The INNOV8 got a decent audio player, certified DivX player, an 8MP autofocus camera with LED flash light assistance. The features of this camera run further with Face Detection, Smile Detection, Blink Detection, and Image Stabilization. But its camera hardly replaces the need of a digicam. It also features Wi-fi and HSDPA connectivity, external dual speakers, 3D surround sound supported by DNSe 2.0, integrated GPS.

Finally INNOV8 is one of the most loaded multipurpose phones out there. May be better than any of the N series. But you can’t say goodbye to your digicam yet. Priced around £500 (Rs. 45,000) it is the most desirable phone of Second half of the year!