Samsung Galaxy S5 ready to go on shelves in ‘most Asian markets’
View(s):Globally dominant phone maker Samsung has launched its flagship Galaxy S5, with related Gear wearables, in 125 countries, according to an announcement issued by the company’s Sri Lankan unit.
Starting off, the announcement stated; “Samsung Electronics, Sri Lanka’s leading smartphone manufacturer, announced the commercial launch of the new GALAXY S5 and the Samsung Gear devices – Samsung Gear 2, Samsung Gear 2 Neo, and Samsung Gear Fit. The newly launched devices are ready to be on the shelf in 125 countries including the US, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and most Asian markets”.
Further, it was also noted that the “Galaxy S5 combines an advanced camera with the world’s fastest auto focus, superior network connectivity, dedicated fitness tools with S Health 3.0 and enhanced device protection features including IP67 dust and water resistance”. Meanwhile, according to international media reports, this smartphone features a 2.5GHz quad-core processor with 2MB RAM and runs on the KitKat Android platform.
Additionally, in terms of the S5′s related Gear wearable range, the announcement indicated; “The Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo have taken wearable technology to the next level acting as an extension of a consumer’s daily life with integrated fitness applications, a standalone music player, remote control feature and compatibility with a wide variety of Samsung devices.
Both devices offer a slim, lightweight design in a mere 10 mm thickness. The Gear 2 is currently available in charcoal black, gold brown and the newly added wild orange, while the Gear 2 Neo comes in charcoal black, mocha gray and wild orange… The Gear Fit is the perfect blend of style, fitness and convenience for a wearable device like no other. Featuring the industry’s first curved Super AMOLED display; the superior connectivity benefits of Samsung’s wearable technology with custom, real time fitness coaching provides personalised advice and workout recommendations. The Gear Fit is currently available in charcoal black, mocha gray, and wild orange, as well as the newly added supreme red, cobalt blue and vital green”.