The Samsung Continuum is a unique smartphone that features a secondary touchscreen display at the bottom of the device, known as the "ticker" display. This display shows notifications, calendar events, and other important information without requiring you to unlock the phone.
The Continuum has a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED display, which is a high-quality screen for its time. It's a great size for browsing the web, checking email, and watching videos.
The phone's processor is a 1GHz Hummingbird chip, which provides smooth performance for most tasks. I've used the Continuum for a few days, and it's handled everything I've thrown at it without breaking a sweat.
One of the Continuum's most interesting features is its ability to multitask with the ticker display. You can have the phone show you email or text messages on the ticker while you're browsing the web on the main screen.
Samsung Continuum Debut
The Samsung Continuum smartphone made its debut on Verizon, and it's a real showstopper. This Android-based device features two AMOLED displays, with a 3.4-inch main screen and a 1.8-inch ticker display that sits underneath.
The ticker display is incredibly useful, feeding users news and information without interfering with the main screen. It can be configured to provide updates on the day's news, sports, social networking, or finance.
One of the most innovative features of the Continuum is its ability to act as a hotspot for other wireless devices, supporting up to five other Wi-Fi devices. This is a great perk for those who want to stay connected on the go.
The Continuum also features a 5 megapixel camera, a six-axis sensor for smooth gaming, and stereo Bluetooth functionality. It's a powerful device that's sure to please even the most tech-savvy users.
The Continuum runs on Android 2.1 and includes support for Google Mobile services, including GMail, YouTube, Google Talk, and Android Market. It's a great option for those who want to stay connected and access their favorite apps on the go.
The Continuum is available exclusively on Verizon, and it's priced at $199.99 (after a $100 mail-in rebate) with a 24-month contract. It's a great deal for those who want a high-end smartphone without breaking the bank.
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Hands-On Experience
The Samsung Continuum's design is a mix of sleek and functional, with a glossy, plastic look and a smooth feel in the hand. It's thin and light, making it easy to hold and use.
The main display is 3.4 inches, which is on the smaller side compared to other Android phones, but it doesn't feel small to hold. The Ticker Display is 1.8 inches across the diagonal and is essentially a smaller version of the main display.
The Continuum's hardware closely follows the design cues of other Galaxy S handsets, with a thin profile and light weight. The device feels great in the hand, but the elongated form factor might be a bit off-putting to some.
The volume rocker on the left side of the phone felt a bit weak, and the dedicated camera key on the right side was also a bit soft. The two ports for microSD card and microUSB cables were easy to access, though.
The Ticker Display is a unique feature that shows alerts and other content, but it's also a bit gimmicky. It can be turned on without waking the main display by gripping two sensors on either side of the Continuum.
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