So it’s finally happened. Just as it is in the US, the Samsung Galaxy S is now available in the UK on four major carriers (the exception being the 3 network), with T-Mobile UK adding the phone to their line-up. It is, however, a bit different in the UK. For starters, all of the phones have the same name, whereas in the US, they all have different names.
US Samsung Galaxy S Names
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UK Samsung Galaxy S Names
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But it’s more than just names that the four UK phones have in common. Apart from the carrier they are locked to, they are the exact same phone. They all look exactly the same, have exactly the same hardware, and…. well…. what more can I say, they are all the exact same phone.
In the USA, all four versions of the Galaxy S are different. They all have different names, they all look slightly different, and their hardware varies from phone to phone. The obvious example that stands out is the Epic 4G, which is the only USA phone with a front-facing camera, while all four of the UK phones have one, because again, they are all the same phone. The Epic 4G also has… well… 4G… and of course it has a physical keyboard.
In my humble opinion, the four USA models are actually superior to the global model. They all have four buttons on the front whereas the UK models all have three, and they don’t have the nasty plastic back that the global model has. The front-facing camera is cool, but I don’t think I’ll ever use it. Anyway, now that the Galaxy S is on T-Mobile UK, it is likely to be my next phone. Expect a full review in the coming weeks.
What do you think about the different models available and the differences that we know about? Leave us your thoughts below!
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Man, I hate the 4 buttons on Android phones. I wish there was just one button!
It’s annoying to have to twist your thumb, moving from the screen to reach the small buttons every time I need to press Back. Bad UI, IMO.
Man, I hate the 4 buttons on Android phones. I wish there was just one button!
It’s annoying to have to twist your thumb, moving from the screen to reach the small buttons every time I need to press Back. Bad UI, IMO.
@bobby – then get an iphone – Why are you on an android site when obv your simple attitude is suited for the iphone
when an os rely s on no more than one button you are very limited to what button combos you can use – for ex long press home for task switcher or press home for home – or press back to exit
@Alan: I hate the frigging buttons too and I have a Vibrant.
Get longer thumbs? Seriously this phone rocks.
Get longer thumbs? Seriously this phone rocks.
@Alan: I hate the frigging buttons too and I have a Vibrant.
@bobby – then get an iphone – Why are you on an android site when obv your simple attitude is suited for the iphone
when an os rely s on no more than one button you are very limited to what button combos you can use – for ex long press home for task switcher or press home for home – or press back to exit
@bobby – then get an iphone – Why are you on an android site when obv your simple attitude is suited for the iphone
when an os rely s on no more than one button you are very limited to what button combos you can use – for ex long press home for task switcher or press home for home – or press back to exit
@Alan: I hate the frigging buttons too and I have a Vibrant.
Get longer thumbs? Seriously this phone rocks.
“Apart from the carrier they are locked to, they are the exact same phone”
The T-Mobile, o2 & Voda ones all have no Sim Lock. I’d expect the same of the Orange one too. The only difference between handsets over here is that Voda has 16GB instead of 8GB.
“Apart from the carrier they are locked to, they are the exact same phone”
The T-Mobile, o2 & Voda ones all have no Sim Lock. I’d expect the same of the Orange one too. The only difference between handsets over here is that Voda has 16GB instead of 8GB.
“Apart from the carrier they are locked to, they are the exact same phone”
The T-Mobile, o2 & Voda ones all have no Sim Lock. I’d expect the same of the Orange one too. The only difference between handsets over here is that Voda has 16GB instead of 8GB.
ONE BUTTON IS FUCKING STUPID
ONE BUTTON IS FUCKING STUPID
ONE BUTTON IS FUCKING STUPID
Great info, I’m a guy coming from Detroit who is about to consider his first real plunge in to the Android, figuring it’s greatest obtained by getting the Samsung Fascinate. It’s already been a lengthy hold out, including purchasing a HTC Desire and cancelling which due to receiving news regarding this phone, and in my small quest for information to move the period I finally found this wonderful site.
Great info, I’m a guy coming from Detroit who is about to consider his first real plunge in to the Android, figuring it’s greatest obtained by getting the Samsung Fascinate. It’s already been a lengthy hold out, including purchasing a HTC Desire and cancelling which due to receiving news regarding this phone, and in my small quest for information to move the period I finally found this wonderful site.
Great info, I’m a guy coming from Detroit who is about to consider his first real plunge in to the Android, figuring it’s greatest obtained by getting the Samsung Fascinate. It’s already been a lengthy hold out, including purchasing a HTC Desire and cancelling which due to receiving news regarding this phone, and in my small quest for information to move the period I finally found this wonderful site.
I am a recent Omnia (910) user on Verizon who was really disappointed with Windows Mobile 6.1 and Samsung’s shell. Wound up buying SPB Mobile Shell to get a usable interface and needed to abandon Exchange electronic mail because of protection restrictions. Generally anytime you tried to place or acquire a call, you needed to enter your PIN and I was missing calls as a result. Finally made the decision to abandon smartphones for your time being (economic factors) and wait for a superb Android product. The Galaxy S (Facinate) ought to fit the bill. Disappointed to hear from the GPS troubles. Let me add that Verizon’s 3G assistance was exceptional throughout and I ultimately stopped utilizing WiFi because V3G was plenty rapid ample for me.Interestingly, I’m utilizing the Omnia like a wireless product around the house for checking email, Twitter, Facebook and uncomplicated browsing. But not to be a mobile phone!
I am a recent Omnia (910) user on Verizon who was really disappointed with Windows Mobile 6.1 and Samsung’s shell. Wound up buying SPB Mobile Shell to get a usable interface and needed to abandon Exchange electronic mail because of protection restrictions. Generally anytime you tried to place or acquire a call, you needed to enter your PIN and I was missing calls as a result. Finally made the decision to abandon smartphones for your time being (economic factors) and wait for a superb Android product. The Galaxy S (Facinate) ought to fit the bill. Disappointed to hear from the GPS troubles. Let me add that Verizon’s 3G assistance was exceptional throughout and I ultimately stopped utilizing WiFi because V3G was plenty rapid ample for me.Interestingly, I’m utilizing the Omnia like a wireless product around the house for checking email, Twitter, Facebook and uncomplicated browsing. But not to be a mobile phone!
I am a recent Omnia (910) user on Verizon who was really disappointed with Windows Mobile 6.1 and Samsung’s shell. Wound up buying SPB Mobile Shell to get a usable interface and needed to abandon Exchange electronic mail because of protection restrictions. Generally anytime you tried to place or acquire a call, you needed to enter your PIN and I was missing calls as a result. Finally made the decision to abandon smartphones for your time being (economic factors) and wait for a superb Android product. The Galaxy S (Facinate) ought to fit the bill. Disappointed to hear from the GPS troubles. Let me add that Verizon’s 3G assistance was exceptional throughout and I ultimately stopped utilizing WiFi because V3G was plenty rapid ample for me.Interestingly, I’m utilizing the Omnia like a wireless product around the house for checking email, Twitter, Facebook and uncomplicated browsing. But not to be a mobile phone!
Good information. Right now I just got a Samsung Omnia SCH-i910 in the mail from ebay, and it presently appears that it’s at stock settings for your Verizon Network. I strategy to make use of this phone on Metro PCS. I also wish to set Windows Mobile 6.five on here, but I’m not positive which order I must do this in. Ought to I acquire it to Metro PCS as is and have it activated, after which it afterwards flash the ROM with 6.five? Or ought to I modify the ROM first after which acquire it to Metro PCS? I’ve been looking all around and I’m unable to locate the answer to this.
Good information. Right now I just got a Samsung Omnia SCH-i910 in the mail from ebay, and it presently appears that it’s at stock settings for your Verizon Network. I strategy to make use of this phone on Metro PCS. I also wish to set Windows Mobile 6.five on here, but I’m not positive which order I must do this in. Ought to I acquire it to Metro PCS as is and have it activated, after which it afterwards flash the ROM with 6.five? Or ought to I modify the ROM first after which acquire it to Metro PCS? I’ve been looking all around and I’m unable to locate the answer to this.
Good information. Right now I just got a Samsung Omnia SCH-i910 in the mail from ebay, and it presently appears that it’s at stock settings for your Verizon Network. I strategy to make use of this phone on Metro PCS. I also wish to set Windows Mobile 6.five on here, but I’m not positive which order I must do this in. Ought to I acquire it to Metro PCS as is and have it activated, after which it afterwards flash the ROM with 6.five? Or ought to I modify the ROM first after which acquire it to Metro PCS? I’ve been looking all around and I’m unable to locate the answer to this.
is this phone the one metro pcs is going to have for February 2011…. if this is, i want it… can someone tell me if this phone really have two cameras?