Samsung silently launches 4GB Galaxy SL in India

You know Samsung likes to brag about everything it launches on the market. The Galaxy Tab 10.1" and the Galaxy S II were aggressively marketed, for example. So it's really a surprise we didn't hear anything about the 4GB version of the Galaxy S that we just saw on the company's Indian website.

Nothing else has really changed in terms of the hardware of the Galaxy S. The new bit is that its internal memory has been reduced to 4GB. Luckily the microSD card slot is still here, supporting up to 32GB card, so you can still get some extra storage if you run out of memory at some point.

We are kind of disappointed that it doesn't sport the brilliant sAMOLED screen, but rather the 4GB version on offer in India packs a4-inch Super Clear LCD touchscreen.

Other than that, it's pretty straightforward Galaxy S. We urge you to check our extensive review of the Samsung Galaxy SL to find out more about the device.

The device costs around 19000 INR (about $420) and is currently available for purchase. There's no word yet if it will be available outside India.

Brighter, faster, and connected

Enjoy the best viewing experience with 4.0" SUPER CLEAR LCD display. You can watch your favorite content in broad daylight and enjoy a crisp, clear picture. And, with 1Ghz processor, 4 GB internal memory, and Wireless Tethering, you have the speed, space, and access you need to stay connected wherever you roam.

A universe of content

Immerse yourself in your rich media content like never before. Enhance your reading experience with Aldiko ebook. Easily source to gaming content from PC and Android Market™, and enjoy the best picture quality. Record in HD right on your TV—with the phone as the remote control.
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Samsung ARound Me Augmented Reality

Use GALAXY S SUPER CLEAR LCD Version’s exclusive Layar Browser powered by Tele Atlas®, to see real-time digital information right on top of the real world. Thanks to Tele Atlas, you can see more POIs (points of interest) from your current location, such as which train is on the corner, or customer reviews about the café across the street. Just point the phone’s camera in your chosen direction, and see everything you need to know.

Google Maps Navigation™

Let Samsung GALAXY S SUPER CLEAR LCD Version’s be your co-pilot. With automatic car mode when in the car cradle, Samsung GALAXY S SUPER CLEAR LCD Version uses Google Maps™ to give you three different views—real street view, traffic view, and satellite view.
- Google Maps is a trademark of Google, Inc. TeleAtlas™ Maps Data ⓒ 2009.

Your social life in one place

The GALAXY S SUPER CLEAR LCD Version’s Integrated Contacts brings your email and SNS contacts into one phone book, allowing you to check your friends’ status updates and newly added photos directly from your Contacts. And, thanks to Social Hub Inbox, you can manage all your incoming and outgoing messages. Plus, integrate your Google™ and Facebook calendars with Calendar.

Quicktype by Swype

Reach speeds up to 40 words per minute with Swype. Rather than requiring you to hit each letter accurately, Swype has a built-in intelligence that follows the path your finger traces on the keyboard. Just trace the word you want to write, and Swype will do the rest. And, with the Write & Go app, you can swype a message and send it directly from the notepad by SNS, SMS, Email, Calendar, or Memo.