14 DAY TRIAL // AT&T customers can now have a smartphone of "epix" proportions. AT&T Inc. and Samsung announced this week the availability of the Samsung Epix, an innovative smartphone featuring both an advanced touch screen and a new optical mouse technology that is powered by AT&T's 3G network, the nation's fastest, and the Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional operating system.
The Epix, which is available exclusively to AT&T customers in the U.S., provides users with a choice of ways to navigate its touch screen, including the first-ever implementation of optical mouse technology on a phone sold in the U.S. Located in the center of the device, between the right and left soft keys, the optical mouse allows for quick and easy navigation by simply sweeping a finger over it.
To make a selection, a single click will bring users to their desired location within the phone's menus. The optical mouse can also be switched to a four-way navigation key for more traditional navigation. For those who would rather interact directly with the touch screen, they can either use their finger to navigate or the Epix's built-in stylus for pinpoint accuracy.
The Epix is a next-generation, sleek, stylish and compact handset. It brings the ease of use of a personal computer with Windows Mobile 6.1 to a slim pocket-sized device that is perfect for today's on-the-go mobile consumer. In addition, the Epix boasts an impressive feature set which includes: Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g), built-in aGPS for use with AT&T Navigator, AT&T Navigator Global Edition and other GPS-based applications for personal and business use, AT&T Video Share, 2.0 Megapixel Camera with video-capture capabilities, full QWERTY keyboard, and a large 2.5-inch TFT color display.
The Epix also includes features such as stereo Bluetooth technology, with stereo headset support, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile and microSD memory card slot for external storage of up to 32GB of data. Furthermore, the network's HSPA-based technology allows Epix users to perform data functions and conduct a call simultaneously. In addition to 3G connectivity, the Epix is also designed to connect seamlessly with AT&T's nationwide EDGE network.
The Samsung Epix will be available through select AT&T retail locations for $199.99 with a two-year service agreement and after a mail-in rebate.
