Samsung and Google today announced a global cooperation to give mobile phone users quick and easy access to Google services. Samsung phones equipped with Google applications will allow consumers to search information, find locations, and manage their email.
Beginning in early 2007, select Samsung phones will be installed with a range of Google services, including:
- Google search: Samsung handsets will include a Google icon in the application menu, providing users with one-click access to Google search
- Google Maps for mobile: Also featured on Samsung handsets will be Google Maps for mobile, an application that enables users to view maps and satellite imagery, find local businesses, and get driving directions when they're on the go
- Gmail: Gmail for mobile devices, a new application that brings more speed, convenience, and functionality to the mobile Gmail experience, will also be available on Samsung handsets
Samsung has already launched the SGH-Z720; its first mobile handset installed with Google mobile search and Gmail services. Measuring just 13.8 mm, the SGH-Z720 is HSDPA ready, and comes with a 3.0-megapixel camera, MP3 Player, and Bluetooth connectivity. The HSDPA connectivity combined with an embedded Internet browser and Google mobile services provide users with a rich mobile Internet experience. Future models will also be Google-ready.
