Samsung Wave S8500
The phone that debuted Super AMOLED and launched the Bada OS.
The Samsung Wave S8500 is a flagship Samsung smartphone released May 2010, with a launch price of $450. It pairs its chipset with a 3.3" Super AMOLED display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — The Super AMOLED debut. Standout strengths: first phone with a super amoled display. and first phone with bluetooth 3.0. Main trade-off: bada os had almost no apps.
The Super AMOLED debut.
The Samsung Wave S8500 was a technical landmark — the first phone with a Super AMOLED display and the first with Bluetooth 3.0 — and the launch vehicle for Samsung's own Bada OS. Bada never found apps and was eventually folded into Tizen, but the Wave's hardware firsts endure.
Read the full review- First phone with a Super AMOLED display.
- First phone with Bluetooth 3.0.
- Fast 1 GHz Hummingbird chip.
- Premium stainless-steel build.
Full specifications
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How the Samsung Wave S8500 compares
| Samsung Wave S8500 | Xperia Z5 | Galaxy Note 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Chipset | — | Snapdragon 810 | Snapdragon 805 |
| Display | 3.3" Super AMOLED | 5.2" FHD LCD | 5.7" QHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 23 MP · f/2.0 | 16 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 2,900 mAh | 3,220 mAh |
| Launch price | $450 | $650 | $750 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Samsung Wave S8500 released?
The Samsung Wave S8500 was released in May 2010.
How much does the Samsung Wave S8500 cost?
The Samsung Wave S8500 launched at $450 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Samsung Wave S8500 screen size and type?
The Samsung Wave S8500 has a 3.3" Super AMOLED display.
How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Wave S8500 have?
The Samsung Wave S8500 ships with 390 MB · 2 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Samsung Wave S8500 battery capacity?
The Samsung Wave S8500 has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the Samsung Wave S8500 main camera?
The Samsung Wave S8500 has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Samsung Wave S8500 have a headphone jack?
The Samsung Wave S8500 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Samsung Wave S8500 weigh?
The Samsung Wave S8500 weighs 118 g.
What colours does the Samsung Wave S8500 come in?
The Samsung Wave S8500 is available in 2 colours: Metallic Black, Silver.
Is the Samsung Wave S8500 worth buying?
The Samsung Wave S8500 was a technical landmark — the first phone with a Super AMOLED display and the first with Bluetooth 3.0 — and the launch vehicle for Samsung's own Bada OS. Bada never found apps and was eventually folded into Tizen, but the Wave's hardware firsts endure. SpecEagle gives the Samsung Wave S8500 an editorial score of 44/100.
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