Samsung launches GALAXY Xcover, designed to withstand an active lifestyle

Samsung New Zealand announces the launch of the Samsung GALAXY Xcover, a touchscreen smartphone that combines intuitive social networking features with a robust yet stylish design.

Samsung New Zealand Head of Telecommunications, Stefan Lecchi says, “We’ve designed the Samsung GALAXY Xcover especially for active consumers who live without limits – it’s perfect for Kiwis on the go.

“We’ve combined the best of our social features together with a strong chassis that makes this smartphone more resistant to dust and water*, meaning it can stand up to the active lifestyles New Zealanders enjoy.”

Water-resistant to a depth of one metre (max 30 minutes), the GALAXY Xcover protects against mishaps while incorporating a slim, stylish design.

The Samsung GALAXY Xcover is powered by the Android 2.3 (“Gingerbread”) version. Android is one of the world’s most popular mobile platforms optimised for smartphones.

Socially connected
The Samsung GALAXY Xcover is equipped with Samsung’s Social Hub, allowing users to communicate with whoever they want, however they want, all from one place – their contacts list, communication history, Instant Messenger status and updates from social networking sites are all brought to a single destination. Users can access message types (push e-mail, text, voicemail and SNS) and respond directly without resorting to individual applications. GALAXY Xcover users have the ultimate inbox that allows immediate access to their friends and their world.

With Google mobile services providing practical and fun tools for everyday life, users can discover the latest apps and games with Android MarketTM, share their location with friends using Google Maps with Google Latitude, and watch the latest videos and content with YouTube.

Ultra-connectivity is enabled by HSDPA 7.2/ HSUPA 5.76, Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth v3.0+ HS, ensuring that users can constantly connect to the people that matter to them.

Designed to protect
The Samsung GALAXY Xcover has been cleverly manufactured to be IP67 compliant, meaning it is dirt and water resistant. Added resilience is enabled through a reinforced display. The GALAXY Xcover sports a strong screen which is more resistant as it is made from tempered glass which is four to five times tougher than regular glass.

The GALAXY Xcover comes with a 3MP auto-focus camera with LED flash. For added convenience, the flash has been optimised and can be converted to operate as a powerful torch, providing added functionality in situations when you most need it.

Now available
The GALAXY Xcover is now available in New Zealand, exclusively on the Vodafone network, RRP $599.