The Samsung i637 Jack runs on the Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard OS but will be upgradable to Windows Mobile 6.5, when the latter becomes available.the Jack upgrades the functionality of the Samsung i617 BlackJack II with Wi-Fi, more RAM (256MB), a faster CPU (528MHz) as well as a 3.5mm standard audio jack. The Samsung Jack also has a 3 megapixel shooter, instead of the 2 megapixel one on the BlackJack II.The rest of the functionality has remained pretty much the same, but frankly said it hardly needs further upgrading anyway. GPS is onboard, along with AT&T Navigator, and so are Bluetooth v2.0 and USB. The full QWERTY keyboard almost goes without saying.The Samsung i637 Jack sport quad-band GSM connectivity and tri-band UMTS (with HSDPA), which makes it capable of worldwide roaming. The display of the Jack will be 2.4" wide, coming with QVGA resolution.
The Samsung Jack Smartphone also features over-the-air synchronization of contacts, calendars and task lists with Microsoft Exchange Server or Xpress Mail. The Samsung Jack handset combines the familiar look and feel of a Windows desktop with a stylish, streamlined device ideal for customers looking to simplify and increase the productivity of their business and personal lives.
The Samsung Jack Smartphone also features over-the-air synchronization of contacts, calendars and task lists with Microsoft Exchange Server or Xpress Mail. The Samsung Jack handset combines the familiar look and feel of a Windows desktop with a stylish, streamlined device ideal for customers looking to simplify and increase the productivity of their business and personal lives.
Additional key features of the Samsung Jack include 256 MB RAM, a 3.2 megapixel camera with video-capture capabilities, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) to connect with home or office networks, and built-in aGPS for use with AT&T Navigator, AT&T Navigator Global Edition and other GPS-based applications for personal and business use. AT&T Navigator is available to try at no cost for 30-days. Data usage charges apply.
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“The Samsung Jack will be another hit crossover smartphone in the tradition of the BlackJack and BlackJack II,” said Mike Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility Corporation. “The BlackJack series has been the number one selling franchise in Windows Mobile history.” Samsung has a long tradition of bringing award-winning smartphones to our customers and the Jack is our next flagship device, said Bill Ogle, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Telecommunications America. “The Jack takes the best messaging features, coolest multimedia options and cutting-edge productivity tools and packs them into a high-tech phone.”Microsoft Mobile Device Manager
The Jack also supports Microsoft’s System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008, an enterprise-grade mobile solution for managing and protecting Windows Mobile 6.1 phones. Mobile Device Manager provides users with software distribution capabilities and security-enhanced access to company data while they are away from the office. The Samsung Jack will also be upgradable to Windows Mobile 6.5. Style meets substance with the robust feature-set of the Samsung Jack. AT&T Mobile Music, an integrated, on-the-go music experience that delivers “your music, your way” by providing simple access to a robust collection of music content, including access to XM Radio Mobile and more.