Samsung Ativ S Officially Announced in Malaysia

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Samsung Malaysia recently announced the official release of the Samsung Ativ S, one of the company's premier Windows Phone 8 smartphones. Priced at RM1699, it doesn't really come as a surprise since we have seen it appear on local store shelves at the same price. What the official release does mean is that the Samsung Ativ S should now be available in most retail outlets and shops supporting Samsung smartphones.

As far as smartphones go, the Samsung Ativ S is in the upper mid-range with an 8MP camera and 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm snapdragon processor. The 4.8 inch Super AMOLED display offers great 1280 x 720 pixel resolutions though while a 2300 mAh battery ensures that you get a bit more battery life than the average smartphone.

While it only weighs in at 135grams and is 8.7mm thick, it doesn't feel too much like a toy as some other Samsung phones tend to do. This is probably because of the chrome finish and metallic look for the backplate, which gives it a more premium look and feel. It isn't an aluminum unibody, but it feels better than your standard plastic shell casing. If you're thinking about getting a Windows Phone 8 smartphone, the Samsung Ativ S should definitely be on your consideration list.

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