Samsung Epix, AT&T's BlackJack II followup, now available

21 October 2008 @ 06:10 pm EDT

AT&T Inc, and Samsung Mobile have announced the new Samsung Epix smartphone, featuring a touch screen and optical mouse technology.


Samsung Epix
The Samsung Epix smartphone from AT&T is seen in an undated publicity photo. (AT&T / IBTimes photo)
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The new phone operates on AT&T's 3G network and uses the Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system.

"AT&T and Samsung have had a very successful history of bringing innovative smartphones, such as BlackJack and BlackJack II, to market and the Epix is no exception," said Michael Woodward the AT&T wireless vice president for business mobility products. "We're sure that the Epix will resonate equally well with AT&T customers."

Additional features include Wi-Fi, Built-in aGPS, and a 2.0 Megapixel camera. A separate service, called AT&T Video Share allows users of the phone to share live video while participating in a voice call.

The new phone is available exclusively at AT&T retailers.

The optical mouse, which is located above the keypad and below the 2.5 inch video screen can move with a sweep of the finger, or it can also be switched to a traditional four way operation. Users can also use the touch screen to navigate.

The phone's dimensions are 4.6 inches x 2.4 inches x 0.5 inches. It weighs 4.4 ounces.

Additional features include Microsoft Direct push for corporate customers and wireless synchronization with Microsoft Exchange.

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