What is it: 8-megapixel camera phone with touchscreen
What we think: Its high-end camera takes excellent photos, but the Pixon's touchscreen is less impressive
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 November 2008
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Pixon, phones, xenon flash, HSDPA
We like:
8-megapixel camera; HSDPA; DivX and Xvid support
We don't like:
Lack of Wi-Fi; LED, rather than superior xenon flash; no 3.5mm headphone jack
CNET UK judgement:
The Samsung Pixon's camera took photos worthy of framing, which is more than you can say for most camera phones. That said, it didn't do so will in low light, so don't expect great things if you plan on using it for late-night parties. As a phone it performs well enough, but we don't think it's Samsung's best offering yet -- there's much better to come
Full review:
Samsung's love affair with touchscreen phones has produced some gems -- and some stinkers. The latest direction both LG and Samsung are taking touchscreens is the high-end camera phone. The Samsung Pixon aims to delight you with an 8-megapixel camera, but is it an annoying pap or a bona fide Rankin? Continue Reading...
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Samsung Pixon History
4 Nov 2008 in Crave
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30 Sep 2008 in Crave
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29 Sep 2008 in Crave
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