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Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 announced - rugged Jelly Bean phone lets you snap underwater

By Daniel Petrov

Updated: Jan 25, 2013, 7:48 AM

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Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 announced - rugged Jelly Bean phone lets you snap underwater

The rumored Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 is official now, and it is the most ruggedness you will find in an android 4.1 Jell Bean device. The Xcover 2 is shock- and dustproof, as well as IP67 certified, which means it can dip its toes in the water, or dive headfirst up to three feet and stay there for half an hour.

Underwater photography is also possible with the dedicated camera key, so it could be your next dream spring-break-in-Cancun coral-reef-diving phone. There's predownloaded Google Maps data, A-GPS with GLONASS support, and Samsung has put a decent 1,700 mAh battery in the device, as well as a couple of active lifestyle apps like Cardio Trainer Pro.

The specs are nothing to write home about otherwise, but the price is unlikely to make you cringe either, though the exact number it is not disclosed yet:

Network	HSPA 14.4/5.76 900/2100 EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
Processor	1 GHz dual-core processor
Display	100.8mm(4.0”) WVGA(480 x 800) TFT
OS	Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Camera	Main(Rear): 5-megapixel auto focus camera with LED flash Sub(Front): VGA camera Direct camera key
Video	H.264, MPEG‐4, H.263, VC‐1, Divx/Xvid, Sorenson Spark, WMV7, WMV8 Recording/ Playback : 720p
Audio	MP3, OGG, AAC, AAC＋, eAAC＋, AMR‐NB, WMA, FLAC, WAV, MID, IMY, AC3 Music Player with SoundAlive 3.5mm Ear Jack
Content Features & Services	Samsung Apps
	Samsung Kies /Samsung Kies Air
	Samsung TouchWiz
	Samsung Hub - Game Hub - Readers Hub^＊ / Music Hub^＊ / Video Hub^＊
	Samsung ChatOn mobile communication service
	Samsung AllShare Play
	Motion UI, Smart Stay, Best Shot, S Voice, S Cloud, Cardio Trainer Pro^＊
	Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Latitude Google Play Store, Google Play Books, Google Play Movies Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk, Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads
Ruggedized Features	IP67 Certified
Ruggedized Features	Battery cover lock, Strap holder
GPS	A-GPS Glonass
Connectivity	Bluetooth® v 4.0 USB 2.0 WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Direct
Sensor	Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity
Memory	4GB User memory ＋ 1GB (RAM) microSD (up to 32GB)
Dimension	130.5 x 67.7 x 12 mm, 148.5 g
Battery	Standard battery, Li-ion 1,700mAh

SEOUL, Korea - January 25, 2013 - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, today unveiled the Samsung Xcover 2, the ideal smartphone for active explorers who are enjoying outdoor lifestyles and seeking a durable mobile device with essential smartphone capabilities.

• The GALAXY Xcover 2 is optimized to endure against the most rugged outdoor conditions, whether you’re at work or

play. Protected against the elements, it is dust and sand proof. It’s even water resistant to a depth of one meter for up to

30 minutes (IP67 Certified). You can now take photos under water with the direct camera key, hold on tight to your

device with the strap holder and not worry about dropping your phone as the battery cover lock gives added protection.

• Pre-downloaded Google map data, an enhanced GPS ＋ GLONASS which shortens the satellite signal detection by

up to 20％ to tracks your location more accurately, LED Flash next to the camera which can be used like a torch and

a huge battery capacity of 570 hours(1,700mAh), making the GALAXY Xcover 2 is the best possible smartphone partner

for outdoor exploration.

• In addition, the Cardio Trainer Pro workout application will also help you achieve your fitness goals by creating a

tailored training program, checking your progress and recording your track and speed.

• For everyday, users can expect the powerful performance characteristic of a Samsung smartphone with the robust

GALAXY Xcover 2 shell. Its vivid 4.0” (100.8mm) WVGA display provides a clear and wide viewing experience,

a 5-megapixel camera and VGA front camera that will let you record precious moments in high resolution,

Bluetooth® v 4.0 gives a better connection that consumes less power and detects devices 50 meters away.

An impressive 1GHz dual core processor powers the core of the GALAXY Xcover 2, which ensures

a fast operating speed for seamless multitasking, faster webpage loading and softer UI transitions.

• Samsung GALAXY Xcover 2 runs Android™ 4.1 (Jelly Bean) enabling faster and smoother screen transitions and

providing an enhanced user interface featuring a new, easier-to-use notification panel. As a premium Samsung

Android™ phone, the device is packed with a series of innovative features and services to boost performance and

the overall user experience. The intuitive Motion UI understands your movements to shake and update or turn over

to mute; data can be synced, backed up and restored with S-Cloud; S Voice lets users control the phone using

their voice, allowing you to see the weekly weather forecast, the contact number you’re trying to find or even take

a picture as you speak; Best Shot recommends the best shot from a series of photos; Smart Stay recognizes

whether the user is looking at the screen to dim the screen accordingly. Users can also enjoy all the benefits of

Samsung Hubs, including the latest versions of Readers Hub, Video Hub, Game Hub and Music Hub.

source: Samsung

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Daniel, a devoted tech writer at PhoneArena since 2010, has been engrossed in mobile technology since the Windows Mobile era. His expertise spans mobile hardware, software, and carrier networks, and he's keenly interested in the future of digital health, car connectivity, and 5G. Beyond his professional pursuits, Daniel finds balance in travel, reading, and exploring new tech innovations, while contemplating the ethical and privacy implications of our digital future.

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