Samsung Omnia (i900)
Samsung's 2008 Windows Mobile touchscreen flagship with a 5 MP camera.
The Samsung Omnia (i900) is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jun 2008, with a launch price of $600. It pairs its chipset with a 3.2" resistive display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,440 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — Samsung's Windows Mobile flagship. Standout strengths: up to 16 gb built-in storage — huge for 2008. and 5 mp autofocus camera. Main trade-off: resistive screen needed a stylus.
Samsung's Windows Mobile flagship.
The Samsung Omnia i900 was the company's big 2008 touchscreen play on Windows Mobile, debuting an early TouchWiz layer and up to 16 GB of storage. The resistive screen and clunky OS dated it fast, but it was a stepping stone toward Samsung's own platforms.
Read the full review- Up to 16 GB built-in storage — huge for 2008.
- 5 MP autofocus camera.
- Samsung's first TouchWiz layer.
- Optical-mouse navigation + microSD.
Full specifications
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How the Samsung Omnia (i900) compares
| Samsung Omnia (i900) | iPhone 5s | Galaxy Grand Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Chipset | — | Apple A7 | Snapdragon 410 |
| Display | 3.2" resistive | 4.0" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 1,440 mAh | 1,560 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $600 | $649 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Samsung Omnia (i900) released?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) was released in Jun 2008.
How much does the Samsung Omnia (i900) cost?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Samsung Omnia (i900) screen size and type?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) has a 3.2" resistive display.
How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Omnia (i900) have?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) ships with 128 MB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Samsung Omnia (i900) battery capacity?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) has a 1,440 mAh battery.
What is the Samsung Omnia (i900) main camera?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Samsung Omnia (i900) have a headphone jack?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Samsung Omnia (i900) weigh?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) weighs 122 g.
What colours does the Samsung Omnia (i900) come in?
The Samsung Omnia (i900) is available in 1 colour: Black.
Is the Samsung Omnia (i900) worth buying?
The Samsung Omnia i900 was the company's big 2008 touchscreen play on Windows Mobile, debuting an early TouchWiz layer and up to 16 GB of storage. The resistive screen and clunky OS dated it fast, but it was a stepping stone toward Samsung's own platforms. SpecEagle gives the Samsung Omnia (i900) an editorial score of 38/100.
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