Samsung to introduce it’s own Waterproof phone Galaxy Xcover 2

With the progress in technology, many new inventions are on the horizon. Recently, Sony launched the waterproof tablet – Xperia Tablet Z. Going on the same lines, Samsung has decided to launch it’s own waterproof Smartphone. It goes by the name Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2. It is the latest addition to the Samsung’s popular Galaxy series.

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 is a perfect phone for those who are enjoying outdoor lifestyles and seeking a durable mobile device with essential Smartphone capabilities.The Galaxy Xcover 2 is optimized to endure against the most rugged outdoor conditions, whether you’re at work or play. Protected against the elements, it is dust and sand proof. It’s even water resistant to a depth of one meter for up to 30 minutes. An individual can now take photos under water with the direct camera key, hold on tight to your device with the strap holder and not worry about dropping your phone as the battery cover lock gives added protection. This is a very exciting feature which cannot be found on other Smartphones.

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 runs on the Android OS Jelly Bean 4.1 which gives an individual a better user experience. The device is packed with a series of innovative features and services to boost performance and the overall user experience. The intuitive Motion UI understands your movements to shake and update or turn over to mute. Data can be synced, backed up and restored with S-Cloud, S Voice lets users control the phone using their voice, allowing you to see the weekly weather forecast, the contact number you’re trying to find or even take a picture as you speak.

The specifications of Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 are :

• 4″ WVGA display
• 1Ghz dual-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 5MP rear camera with auto focus and LED flash
• VGA front camera
• 130.5 x 67.7 x 12 mm, 148.5 g
• Standard battery, Li-ion 1,700 mAh

So it is good mid-range device with a design that differs vastly from the other Galaxy Smartphones. Samsung has not revealed the price of this phone.