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[PaulOBrien]

[teaser]We've had the rumours, now here's the full lowdown on the new Omnia family from Samsung!

Overviews... (full specs and more images after the jump for news page readers)...

Samsung said:

Samsung Omnia family

“A New Generation of full-touch & QWERTY smartphones that Lets You Get More Out of Work and Play”

Singapore, June 16th, 2009 - Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, showcases its latest smartphones at CommunicAsia 2009 - the Omnia II (I8000), OmniaPRO series (OmniaPRO B7610, OmniaPRO B7320) as well as the OmniaLITE (B7300). Featuring cutting-edge technology, these mobile devices will strengthen Samsung’s leadership in the smartphone market.

The new Omnia smartphone line-up follows the success of the very first flagship ‘Omnia’ phone, Samsung’s milestone Open OS model which was launched at CommunicAsia last year.

With the introduction of its new Omnia smartphone series, featuring diverse functions for a wide range of user needs, Samsung truly offers a variety of smartphones for everyone - from those seeking
entertainment to business users to light users.

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All-in-one Redefined: Omnia II (I8000)

The Omnia II is designed for the smartphone user who demands an enhanced and convenient multimedia experience featuring Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional.

Featuring the world’s largest 3.7-inch AMOLED display with crystal-clear WVGA resolution, the Omnia II offers unbeatable screen clarity, even under the day light.

Complete with larger icons and a simpler structure, Omnia II’s user interface has been deeply customized to provide touch-optimized usability. Also, innovative TouchWiz 2.0 User Interface and 3D effects make enjoying multimedia and multi tasking convenient and fun. Advanced R Touch (Resistive Touch) enables faster, more accurate touch response for a touch experience that’s 100% user friendly.

The much enhanced display and user interface make it even more pleasurable to enjoy the rich multimedia functions of the Omnia II, including its DVD-like(480p) video recording/playback, smooth internet browsing as well as interactive 3D games. Users can also access and download content speedily while on the move thanks to the Omnia II’s HSUPA 5.76Mbps, HSDPA 7.2Mbps and Wi-Fi capabilities. Generous memory up to 48GB lets users store more of their favorite content for on-the-go access.

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The Work-Life Balance Winner: OmniaPRO B7610

With separate mode for Work and Life, the OmniaPRO B7610 boasts features optimized for both work and play, helping users maintain work-life balance. Matching balanced performance with balanced design, the hybrid Touch/QWERTY form offers users greater versatility and ease of use.

At work, users enjoy push email for multiple accounts as the OmniaPRO B7610 supports multiple corporate email solutions, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite so they can view and edit their documents in the palm of their hands.

Users also have access to a PC-like Internet browsing experience with Opera 9.5 and fast data transmission thanks to HSDPA and Wi-Fi connectivity features.

At play, users can capture their favorite moments with the OmniaPRO B7610’s 5-megapixel camera with smile shot, or enjoy multi-codec supported high quality video with a brilliant AMOLED display. A-GPS with navigation support also ensures that users never get lost while travelling to their next destination.

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The Personal Assistant Perfected: OmniaPRO B7320

With its compact design and ergonomic QWERTY keypad, the Samsung OmniaPRO B7320 is a portable messaging centre which lets users carry their inbox with them wherever they go, with corporate push email support.

For those who value networking and maintaining relationships, the OmniaPRO B7320 boasts social networking applications like Facebook and MySpace as well as instant messaging support for MSN, Google Talk and Yahoo Chat.

Additionally, features such as a 3-megapixel camera, FM radio with RDS and Wi-Fi also enable users to be entertained wherever they go.

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Simple All-rounder: OmniaLITE (B7300)

The OmniaLITE is designed for users who demand an easy smartphone interface with full support of multimedia, internet, and business features. TouchWiz 2.0 User Interface and downloadable online widgets make it highly user-friendly, while its 3D multimedia player interface provides and enhanced entertainment experiences.                      

OmniaLITE comes packed with a host of powerful business tools and multimedia features. Users have multi-push email access and the Microsoft Office Suite lets users edit and view their office documents on the move. Opera Browser and HSDPA & Wi-Fi connectivity let users access the net with ease and speed. Additional features like multi-codec supported high-quality video experience, 3MP camera, and A-GPS deliver the complete all-in-one mobile experience.

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Windows Mobile 6.5 Updateability

The new Omnia smartphone series devices will be updateable to Windows Mobile® 6.5 upon the new OS update release.  Please contact your mobile operator and/or local Samsung office for details.

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Omnia II (I8000) - Specification

• HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76Mbps
  
• EDGE/GPRS  850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
  
• UMTS 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz
  
• 65K WVGA AMOLED Display (3.7”, 480 x 800)
  
• Advanced R-type Touch Screen
  
• Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
  
• 5 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus / Dual Power LED / Face Detection / Smile Shot
  
• Mobile Blogging / Geo Tagging / Photo Editor
  
• Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
  
• WMDRM, OMA DRM 2.1 / Find Music (Music Recognition)
  
• Bluetooth® Stereo Headset (A2DP)
  
• FM Radio with RDS / 3.5 earjack
  
• Video Format Support (DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
  
• Video Recording & Playing (30fps@ D1(720x480))
  
• Video Editing (Trim video, Audio dubbing, Live dubbing, Add subtitle)
  
• A-GPS with Navigation (3D Map) / LBS
  
• TouchWiz 2.0 UI with Mobile Widget / 3D Media Gate
  
• Multi-task manager / 3D Interactive Games
  
• Bluetooth® v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi
  
• Internal Memory : 2GB/8GB/16GB
  
• External Memory : microSDHC™ (up to 32GB)
  
• 118 x 60 x 11.9 mm
  
• Talk time : Up to 10 hours (3G)
  
• Standby time : Up to 430 hours (3G)

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OmniaPRO B7610 - Specification

• EDGE / GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
  
• HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
  
• 16M WVGA AMOLED Display (3.5”, 480 x 800)
  
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
  
• 5 Megapixel CMOS
  
• Auto-Focus, Panorama Shot, Best Shot
  
• WMV / MPEG4 / H.263 / H.264 / DivX / XviD
  
• Video recording / Video Editing: Image capture, Cut Video Part, Paste Video Part
  
• FM Radio with RDS
  
• WMA / MP3 / AAC/ AAC+/eAAC+ / OGG / AMR
  
• Bluetooth® Stereo Headset (A2DP)
  
• Fast Speed CPU (800MHz), QWERTY Keyboard, Work & Life Mode / GPS with Navigation / SNS DNSe, Multi Push Email, DLNA , TV Out, Office Mobile, Business Card Recognition, Mobile Widget
  
• Bluetooth® v2.0 EDR / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi
  
• Internal Memory : 1GB
  
• External Memory : microSDHC™ (up to 32GB)
  
• 112.6 x 57.8 x 16.2 mm
  
• 1500 mAh

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OmniaPRO B7320 - Specification

• HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
  
• EDGE/GPRS  850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
  
• 65K QVGA TFT Display (2.4”, 240 x 320)
  
• Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard
  
• 3 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus
  
• Video Format Support (H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
  
• Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
  
• FM Radio with RDS / Bluetooth® Stereo Headset (A2DP)
  
• Speakerphone
  
• Bluetooth® v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi
  
• Internal Memory : 70MB
  
• External Memory : microSDHC™ (up to 16GB)
  
• 118 x 59.8 x 12.6 mm
  
• 1480 mAh

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OmniaLITE (B7300) - Specification

• EDGE/GPRS  850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
  
• HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
  
• 65K WQVGA TFT Display (3.0”, 240 x 400)
  
• Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
  
• 3 Megapixel CMOS / Auto-Focus
  
• Video Format Support (DivX, Xvid, H.263, H.264, WMV9, MPEG4)
  
• Audio Format Support (MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA)
  
• FM Radio with RDS / Bluetooth® Stereo Headset (A2DP)
  
• A-GPS with Navigation
  
• Bluetooth® v 2.0 / USB 2.0 / Wi-Fi
  
• Internal Memory : 250MB
  
• External Memory : microSDHC™ (up to 32GB)
  
• 107 x 51.8 x 12.9 mm
  
• 1500 mAh

[Loconinja]

Were any releases dates given?

[PaulOBrien]

Live photos and hands on at MobileBurn!

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[Shuflie]

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Advanced R-type Touch Screen

I assume this bit just means that its a resistive touch screen? Talk about trying to make the ordinary sound sexy!

[everton2004]

Have I completely missed it or have they left out the accelerometer from the Omnia II?  Watching the Mobileburn video it seems auto screen rotation either wasn't working or is no longer a part of the Omnia experience

[chokia]

How come Omnia II , Pro and Lite with the same WM6.1, but pro has 16M color screen but the rest still 65K

[FerdiBorbon]

Yeah the colors is what definately gets me...as at 65k colors its noticable on movies with dark scenes and it looks ugly... im getting confused which phone to get

[AlecR]

Contract been up for a while - was waiting for Touch Pro2, but do I now wait for OmniaPRO B7610 (or even for Palm Pre!)?

Decisions, decisions... Someone help!!

[Shuflie]

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Windows Mobile 6.5 Updateability

The new Omnia smartphone series devices will be updateable to Windows Mobile® 6.5 upon the new OS update release. Please contact your mobile operator and/or local Samsung office for details.

Are Samsung just going to totally ignore the requirements for Windows mobile 6.5? None of the phones above have any hint of a windows key and only the B7320 (I've deliberately left out the OmniaPRO title as it doesn't make sense to call two completely different devices an OmniaPRO with only a model number differentiating them) has an actual back key, with the OmniaPRO (see what I'm doing here) having an OK key which might just qualify it as having a back key. The 'II' and the Lite are both pretty short on keys from what I can see.

EDIT: Perhaps the Local Samsung office are going to arrange for additional keys to be added when the update is available.

Edited by Shuflie, 16 June 2009 - 10:42 AM.

[FerdiBorbon]

Any Release dates for these babies? Omnia II and Pro B7610?

Seriously why didnt they just dump 16m colors on the Omnia II...that would have made me make my mind asap.

Edited by FerdiBorbon, 16 June 2009 - 12:46 PM.

[Joel Ivory Johnson]

I really love the Omnia II.  I was about to borrow an Omnia a few weeks ago and it's the best Windows Mobile phone that I've ever used.  But the one I borrowed was CDMA (i910 - Verizon, USA) so I could never fully use it.  I hate that the American Omnia II is also CDMA only.

But as phones go you will almost never find everything you want in the same phone.  So I'll be ordering the GSM version knowing that I won't be able to use it in 3G mode.

[Omniaaddicted]

this is my opinion...

samsung have many version omnia...and those run with winmo....
maybe it make easy the development improve the firmware...

and with our omnia...we can get new firmware because attendance those omnia

[achen_su]

Paul Can u give the spec processor and ram and rom.

internal memory 1gb. rom or ram?

and my storage capacity

thanks

[Mr. B!]

I'm very happy with my Omnia and it looks like the main dissapointments I have with the current Omnia have been addressed:

3.5mm jack
A-GPS (hopefully unlocked!)
Longer battery life

Can't say I like the athestics better, but is it better to have a pretty wife that can't cook or an ugly wife that puts Emeril to shame?

[awarner]

Wonder how much the OmniaLITE will be?
Better start saving

[Tim-H]

I-8000 looks sexy. One thing though, A-GPS is listed, wondering if it will have a hardware gps reciever, or will it be software only? Suprised Verizon is picking it up. wow

Edited by Tim-H, 17 June 2009 - 04:04 AM.

[Tim-H]

Shuflie, on Jun 16 2009, 01:47, said:

I assume this bit just means that its a resistive touch screen? Talk about trying to make the ordinary sound sexy!

I'd much rather have a resistive touch screen than a capacitive one. I might be in the minority. I don't have a need for multitouch, and I like to be able to use anything for a stylus. Plus I like to ride my bike, and wearing gloves would be pain with capacitive. You have to take them off every time you want to use the phone. On top of that, if you scratch or damage your screen you can replace a resistive for a lot cheaper.

[FerdiBorbon]

Thumbs up for that too same here...Resistive i can live with but the Omnia II have 65k i cant deal with
Hopefully  the final version changes to 16m colors...
or are these the final specs from Samsung?

Edited by FerdiBorbon, 17 June 2009 - 08:50 AM.

[PaulOBrien]

WinMo doesn't support >65k at this time.

Is it really that much of an issue?

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[Skeese]

the B7610's RAM lets it down, otherwise it's a fine device