Samsung and International DMB Advancement Group (IDAG) are launching a smart phone with digital radio, mobile TV and internet services.
The Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0, which is Android powered, will be available in Germany, the Netherlands, UK, Switzerland, Norway and South Africa.
Samsung and IDAG see big opportunities in an environment where consumers are spending more time on mobile entertainment and news.
“Samsung believes that such functionalities will take Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 to a new level. Built-in DMB/DAB+ provides excellent radio and TV experiences on the go,” said Byung Joon Jang, director of MID sales and marketing at Samsung Electronics.
Combining broadcasting and the internet in the same product introduces a range of new possibilities that can strengthen radio and TV programs and widen their appeal among audiences. Digital radio via DAB/DAB+ or Mobile TV via DMB is currently available in more than 40 countries globally, and expects to extend to other countries.
“The functionalities of the Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 stand out. We expect that Samsung’s entry into this area will inspire new fans of digital radio and mobile TV,” said Gunnar Garfors, president of IDAG.
