The slider phones from Samsung easily fit in one?s pocket as it sports a thin profile despite being packed with features. This is not the case however, for its new cameraphone: the G800. While this 3G handset comes with a 5-megapixel sensor with 3x optical zoom, Xenon flash, FM radio and music player function, Bluetooth connectivity, and fast browsing speeds, it is thick and can be mistaken for a point-and-shoot camera.
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Thanks to its robust construction, the G800 can withstand a couple of hits or drops. Its brushed-metal finish adds a touch of class, setting it apart from other cameraphones in the market. Users can find the five-way navigation keys, left and right softkeys, clear/delete key, dial key, and end/power key below the 2.4-inch (320 x 240 pixel) QVGA screen. The unit's left spine hosts the multi-function jack (charging, synchronisation, and headphone), microSD card slot, and a lanyard loop, while the volume keys and camera/application switch key can be found on its right.
The main highlight of the G800 is located at the back of the phone and is hidden in plain sight. Sliding the camera cover reveals a 5-megapixel sensor with auto-focus function Xenon flash, and a 3x optical zoom to zoom in on far away objects.
The G800 is easy to use despite using Samsung's proprietary OS, as the main functions of the phone are displayed in its main menu. Pressing the menu button (left soft key) displays the Call log, Phonebook, Music player, Optus Zoo, Messages, My files, Calendar, Camera, Google, Applications, Alarms, and Settings function.
