Rogers Wireless launches Samsung Galaxy Spica (Updated)

Samsung Galaxy Spica

The Android-powered Samsung Galaxy Spica (model GT-I5700) is now available from Rogers Wireless. Samsung first announced the Galaxy Spica, a smaller sibling to the Samsung Galaxy, last November for Europe.

Samsung Galaxy Spica specifications:

  • Processor: 800MHz
  • Operating system: Google Android 1.5
  • Connectivity: Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and dual-band (850/1900MHz) HSPA
  • Other connectivity: GPS/A-GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v2.0 + EDR
  • Display: 3.2-inch HVGA touchscreen
  • Memory: Up to 183MB of user memory
  • Storage: microSD (supporting cards up to 32GB) / Includes 2GB microSD card
  • Camera: 3.2MP
  • Connectors: 3.5mm headset jack
  • Battery: 1500mAh
  • Other: Built-in support for DivX and Xvid

Rogers is offering the Samsung Galaxy Spica for CA$79.99 with a three year contract (minimum $45 monthly Voice and Data plan required), CA$349.99 with a two-year contract, CA$399.99 with a two-year contract, and CA$449.99 without a contract.

Update: An upgrade to Android 2.1 will be made available for the Samsung Galaxy Spica at an unspecified later date.

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