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Launch report · Samsung

Galaxy S: The 2010 original that launched the Galaxy dynasty with a Super AMOLED.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jun 2010·$500·Score 44/100

The original Galaxy S put a Super AMOLED and the Hummingbird chip against the iPhone 3GS in 2010 — the start of the line that would dominate Android. Early GPS bugs and TouchWiz lag were the warts, but its place in history is secure.

Key specs at launch

Display
4.0" SAMOLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Exynos 3110 (Hummingbird)
Memory
512 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
5 MP
Battery
1,500 mAh
Weight
119 g
What stands out
  • First Galaxy — launched the dynasty.
  • Super AMOLED was stunning for 2010.
  • Removable battery + microSD.
  • Light 119 g.
What to watch
  • GPS bugs plagued early units.
  • TouchWiz lag.
  • 512 MB RAM.
  • Slow updates.
The phone it has to beat
HTC Desire (original 2010)
$500 · score 74/100