The Samsung Captivate for AT&T Wireless is part Samung’s new Galaxy S line of Android phones. With a new 2-year contract, the price for the Samsung Captivate is $199.99. It’s available online through AT&T, at their retail stores or other electronics retails such as Best Buy or Radio Shack. The Samsung Captivate ships with Android 2.1.
Samsung Captivate Specifications
- Display: 4″ Super AMOLED
- OS: Android 2.1
- Keyboard: Touchscreen
- 1 GHz processor
- 16GB user memory, expandable to 32GB
- Text entry: Skype
Camera
- 5 megapixels
- Auto focus
- HD video recording
- Zoom: 4x
Messaging
- Text messaging: Insert pictures, video clips and sound clips easily
- Instant Messaging (IM): AOL, Windows Live, GoogleTalk, and Yahoo! Messenger
Battery
- Capacity: 1500 hi capacity mAhr battery
- Talk time: Up to 5 Hours 50 Min
- Standby time: 340 Hours
Wireless
- 3G: UMTS/HSDPA (850/900/1900/2100 MHz)
- GSM/GPRS: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
- Bluetooth: 3.0
Other features worth noting would be the Audience voice processor, 3D sound and 6-axis accelerometer.
Samsung Captivate FAQ
Will I be able to upgrade the Samsung Captivate to Android 2.2?
Yes, but Samsung has not announced a date for the upgrade.
Can I buy the Samsung Captivate unlocked?
No, but the captivate is available for $499.99 without a commitment. This does require you use the phone with AT&T’s network.
Would you recommend a case for the Samsung Captivate?
There are plenty of Samsung Captivate cases. We’d recommend a case that retains the sleek looks and design.
How is the battery life?
We have not been provided with a phone from either Samsung or AT&T, so cannot provide statistics on the battery life. The Samsung Captivate Battery is removable, so you can always carry a spare or purchase an extended battery. Battery life is often tied to the usage patterns of the end user. Follow these general Android battery saving tips to maximize life.
What other phones are available in the Galaxy S line?
Samsung has released the Vibrant for T-Mobile and the Epic 4G for Sprint. They are expected to release the Samsung Fascinate for Verizon in the fall of 2010.