Launch report · Samsung

Galaxy Beam i8530: 2012 built-in projector.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2012·$700·Score 65/100

Galaxy Beam packed a 15-lumen DLP projector into a 2012 yellow-bumper Android.

Key specs at launch

Display
4.0" WVGA
Chipset
Custom dual-core 1 GHz
RAM
768 MB
Battery
2,000 mAh
What stands out
  • Built-in 15-lumen DLP projector.
  • Iconic yellow bumper.
  • Removable battery.
  • 5 MP cam.
What to watch
  • Niche projector use.
  • 768 MB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Aged Android 2.3.
The phone it has to beat
Xperia Play
$200 · score 64/100