Android-powered phones currently litter the cellular market. In an attempt to distance itself from the masses, Samsung has created its own operating system known as the Bada. The vehicle chosen to present this new OS to the world is the Samsung S8500, aka the Samsung Wave. It provides an experience not quite like any other phone.
The Wave is a mid-range phone, meaning that it falls somewhere above basic model devices and won’t fall outside the reach of too many budgets. Regardless of price, it is an incredibly fast performer, operating on a 1 GHz Hummingbird processor, which is a Samsung original like Bada and the Wave. This allows for almost unmatched connectivity and comes packaged in a sleek, attractive unit. The Wave measures only 108.9mm x 53.5mm x 10.9mm. It won’t feel as though you are wearing a weight set, as it is very light at 118g.
One of the phone’s most impressive features is its Super Amoled screen. Problems with viewing items on the screen are eliminated by its substantial 3.3-inch size. Images look breathtaking on the screen’s 800 x 480 pixel resolution and an incredible 16 million colors. This alone makes web browsing a pleasurable experience because pages are displayed in comparable quality to high end computer monitors. Because the screen is the focal point of the phone, only three buttons appear on the front, allowing the Wave’s top quality the room it deserves.
Still featuring Samsung’s TouchWiz overlay, the touch screen will be a welcome feature for those already familiar with Samsung’s other models. It may take some getting used to for new users, but it does not take long for the user to become oriented to its design. The touch screen is responsive without being irritatingly so. It is of course crucial to access the correct application when desired.
Speaking of apps, some critics have pointed to the Wave’s relatively small app store. Fewer applications are to be expected for phones powered by a brand new OS. As more models are released that the Bada system supports, more apps will be possible. In fact, in addition to the ubiquitous Facebook and Twitter apps, there are thousands more awaiting approval.
The Wave comes complete with two home screen modes that provide several options for all sorts of tastes. One mode supports numerous widgets on any of five provided home screens. The other mode is reminiscent of a basic menu that offers three additional screens. Facebook, Twitter, and email feature are found there.
As an introduction and marketer of the new Bada OS, Samsung’s Wave is a success. Mid-priced and packed full of the essential features found on smartphones, it is sure to appeal to a wide range of customers. Overall, it accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do.
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