Samsung announced a new series of smart feature phones called REX, which consists of four available models.
he REX series offers four new phones, including the REX 60, REX 70, REX 80 and REX 90. All four come with an intuitive, touchscreen user interface, a compact design and an optional Dual SIM for those who want to separate their work lives from personal lives.
The REX 60 features a 2.8-inch QVGA TFT LCD display; a 1.3 MP camera; 30MB user memory/microSD slot up to 16GB; USB 2.0 Host/Bluetooth v 3.0 HS/Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) connectivity; H.263+AMR/MPEG4+AMR video, and the EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MHz) network.
The REX 70 offers a 3.0-inch QVGA TFT LCD display; a 2.0 MP camera; 10MB user memory/microSD slot up to 32GB; USB 2.0 Host/Bluetooth v 3.0 HS/Wi-Fi (802/11 b/g/n) connectivity; H.263+AMR/MPEG4+AMR video, and the EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MHz) network.
The REX 80 has a 3.0-inch QVGA TFT LCD display; a 3.2 MP camera; 20MB user memory/microSD slot up to 16GB; USB 2.0 Host/Bluetooth v 3.0 HS/Wi-Fi (b/g/n) connectivity; H.263+AMR/MPEG4+AMR video, and the EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MHz) network.
The REX 90 features a 3.5-inch QVGA TFT LCD display; a 3.2 MP camera; 10MB user memory/microSD slot up to 32GB; USB 2.0 Host/Bluetooth v 3.0 HS/Wi-Fi (802/11 b/g/n) connectivity; H.263+AMR NB/MPEG4+AMR NB/MPEG4+AAC video, and the EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MHz) network.
“As the number one mobile leader and innovator, we are committed to developing the best possible mobile solutions to suit all lifestyles and budgets, which is why we are so excited to launch the REX series across a number of the world’s fastest growing markets,” said JK Shin, President and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “REX devices are designed to seamlessly prioritize and consolidate essential mobile functions that matter most to customers across diverse markets. The result is an extraordinary end-to-end mobile experience with the best value for money.”
Samsung didn't mention pricing or availability for the REX line, but the company plans to offer these phones in emerging markets with low price points.