Samsung announces Galaxy Ace Plus

Samsung Galaxy Ace PlusSamsung’s 2012 race to grow mobile handset shipments by 15% in 2012 is off today with the announcement of the Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus. Like the original Samsung Ace, it will be aimed as an entry- to mid-level device. Specifications have been updated and the design is more rounded.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus specifications:

  • Processor: 1GHz single-core
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) with TouchWiz
  • Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and dual-band HSDPA (7.2Mbps)
  • Other connectivity: A-GPS, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0
  • Display: 3.65-inch HVGA (320×480)
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 512MB RAM
  • Storage: 3GB onboard and microSD cards (up to 32GB)
  • Rear-facing camera: 5MP AF with LED flash and WVGA video capture
  • Front-facing camera: None
  • Connectors: 3.5mm audio jack
  • Battery: 1,300mAh
  • Dimensions / weight: 114.7 x 62.5 x 11.2 millimeters / 115 grams

While the larger display will be welcome, the fact that it runs at the same resolution as its predecessor will mean a lower pixel density.

Availability and pricing details were not revealed.

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