Samsung has released several phones in the last year. The one that really caught my attention was the Samsung G600. So what is special about this mobile phone? Why did it catch me eye?
I think what struck me as amazing about the cell phone was its decent 5 mega pixel camera that it offers. I tried my hand at one and took a few images. The camera was super clear. I also managed to take a few video clips and was very satisfied with the cameras performance. I love phones that offer the sliding option and the Samsung G600 sports a very smooth sliding mechanism. When answering a call, you slide the phone up and to disconnect you slide it down. You have the option to change the settings in the “slide menu”. . The keys are soft and easy to use. The keys are wide and hence easy to use and navigation on the phone is fairly simple. The volume of the cell phone is surprisingly not very loud.
The cell phone also offers a web browser that allows you to surf the net. It also has a built in radio as well as a music player. The FM basically does its job. The music player provides several options like recently played, last played, most played, artists, genres, albums, composers, podcasts and playlists. It also offers shuffle, repeat, sound effects, modes, animation and other settings. You can either use the loudspeaker or earphones or the Bluetooth headset. The phone gives you a 1 GB microSD memory card as well. It is Bluetooth enabled. The mobile phone has a voice recorder but does not offer voice dialing.
To sum it up:
The Samsung G600 is a good buy. The cell phone is good and offers some fantastic features. If you love camera phones, it’s safe to say that you will love this phone. If Samsung created this phone to beat its competition at camera phones, this phone is major success!
By: Mark Hirst
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Samsung G600 – A Picture of Real Beauty
March 13th, 2010The Social Impact Of Camera Phones: Value And Voyeurism
February 6th, 2010
Compact and practical, digital cameras have become a primary feature on many modern cell phones. First introduced commercially around 2002, camera phones allow users to take (and share) photos quickly, easily, and unobtrusively. While this is highly convenient for many, the availability of such powerful technology does raise certain privacy concerns.
The near-omnipresence of these devices has had a profound social impact, as taking someone’s photo is no longer an easily identifiable act. Camera phones allow people to take photos without drawing attention to themselves, as they may appear to be talking, browsing the Web, or otherwise merely using their phone. With such information so easily gathered, shared, and sometimes made public, an impact on privacy is inevitable.
Because of these issues, certain organizations and places have, on occasion, placed bans or restrictions on the use of cell phones. Government organizations, schools, and certain companies where personal or credit card information is viewed on a daily basis, often have outright bans on the use of camera phones. Unfortunately, such bans are very difficult to enforce, as cell phones are often small and easily hidden or disguised.
Impact Overseas
In South Korea and Japan, all camera phones are required to make a clearly distinguishable sound whenever a photo is taken, to help alleviate concerns about surreptitious photography. In the United States, camera phones have often been used in industrial espionage, as well as by the paparazzi to take photos of celebrities. One of the primary advantages (and problems) with camera phones is that even if their use is prohibited, photos can often be taken in secret — and, with the ability to share or send pictures instantly and wirelessly, even if the photographer is discovered, the “damage” is already done.
A Positive Note
Not all camera phone use is abusive, however — far from it. In 2007, New York mayor Bloomberg announced a plan encouraging people to use their camera phones to document crimes in progress and send the images or video directly to 911, making the camera phone a potentially valuable tool in crime prevention. Images of the 2005 London bombings were shared instantly and even featured on CNN, and some predict that journalists both amateur and professional will be using camera phone footage more frequently as time goes on.
As with any emerging technology, the camera phone is neither good nor evil, but depends on how it is put to use. While the potential for abuse and invasion of privacy certainly exists, the potential benefits of such rapid information-sharing are also considerable. When laws, courtesy, and basic etiquette are respected, the camera phone can become a powerful and positive tool.
By: Daniel Swensen
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Introduction to the Sony Ericsson C902 Cybershot
January 16th, 2010
When it comes to mobile phones Sony Ericsson is always one step ahead of the rest. The new “C” line of cybershot phones proves once again that the mobile phone giant is on the lookout for new technology that will provide customers with the highest quality mobile phones their money can buy. The introduction of new technology guarantees more that users will always have the newest in camera phones.
The Sony Ericsson C902 Cybershot is SE’s replacement for the C850i. It includes many of the same features as its predecessor including musical capabilities, a keypad that allows ease of text messaging, a five megapixel camera, and touch screen menu. Of course, this newer cybershot has a smaller screen size in order to accommodate more touch commands, mostly connected to the camera.
Mobile phones have become more popular within the last couple of decades, with camera phones and music download capabilities being the newest technology to enter the world of mobile phones. Having capabilities to download music in the MP3 format is essential for many people and one of the major issues in the choice of mobile phones. Camera phones for many people are mandatory-they will not buy any mobile phone without a camera.
The Sony Ericsson C902 Cybershot is a high quality camera phone. Though some people have remarked that they don’t feel the quality is that good, you have to consider that the cameras on mobile phones are not going to be of the same quality as a stand alone digital camera. As long as you are not searching for the same quality you get from your digital camera, you will be happy with the five megapixel camera on the Sony Ericsson C902 Cybershot camera phone.
In addition to the higher quality on the camera, the Sony Ericsson C902 also includes a hideaway compartment for the camera. When the user opens the compartment the camera is activated. The camera on this phone also has the ability to take nine photo shots in a second thus allowing the user to choose the photo they like best. Special software gives the Sony Ericsson C902 the ability to focus detect faces and focus on them during the picture taking process. The camera is also able to tell in what position you are holding the phone and adjust the picture accordingly into landscape or portrait mode.
The camera on the Sony Ericsson C902 has more features and capabilities than most other mobile phones. Its touch screen menu and large keypad make it the perfect phone for anyone who is new to camera phones as well as those who do a great deal of texting. The concealed compartment for the camera makes it a great feature to prevent accidentally activating the camera when you do not wish to do so. The enhanced LED flash makes it easy to take photos even in the dark. No matter how you look at it, the Sony Ericsson C902 is great mobile phone technology in an ultra slim package.
By: Caroline Telford
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