The demand for iPhone5 might be slowing but that has not stopped its main rival, Samsung from releasing yet another smartphone.
This one seems all about price point and capturing the 'budget' market - those that want the feel and look of say an iPhone 5 or an S3, but cannot afford the price.
Samsung has launched its latest smart phone, a budget version of its popular smartphone and called it the Galaxy Grand.
While both, the S3 and the iPhone 5 retail at upwards of Dh2,200, the Galaxy Grand is more than likely to be available for at least Dh750 cheaper.
While Apple strictly adheres to one upgrade every year, Samsung has been launching various variants of its popular models to suit the needs and requirements of its consumers.
The dual SIM Samsung Galaxy Grand runs Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) and is powered by a 1.2 GHz Dual Core processor.
The phone has an 8 megapixel camera and a 2 megapixel front camera. The 5-inch WVGA (800x480) screen is of the TFT LCD variety.
“The device supports seamless multitasking, faster web browsing, lightning-fast screen transitions and superior graphics for some of the most demanding apps and games. The Galaxy Grand sports a powerful camera with zero shutter-lag and ultra-quick camera start-up. It includes a backside illumination sensor to ensure clear shots even in dark conditions, as well as Full HD video recording,” Samsung said in a statement.
The Galaxy Grand will be available in two versions – The Dual SIM version (GT-I9082) will launch first and the single SIM version (GT-I9080) will follow.
With the dual SIM version Samsung says it will be possible to receive calls on one SIM number while taking a call from the other, without missing the call.
Meanwhile it is being reported that Samsung is working towards an early 2013 release of its Galaxy S4.
In a teaser video released for CES 2013 to be held at Las Vegas Samsung is promising “something new” and it was widely expected to be the next generation Android phone the Galaxy S4.
However Samsung denied the rumor. Reports now indicate that the announcement of the new phone that boasts features such as bendable and unbreakable screen, 13 mega pixel camera could be made at the Samsung Forum event, taking place in Monaco from 4-6 February.