Samsung OMNIA II - Work and play. Upsized!
Welcome to the Samsung OMNIA II blog. We’ll show you how the Samsung OMNIA II works and some common questions asked.
Samsung OMNIA II is a full touch Windows Mobile device (updateable to WM6.5) with a large 3.7” WVGA AMOLED screen. It’s equipped with a 5 megapixel camera with auto focus, smile shot and dual power LED flash. Running on a 800Mhz processor, it also has a large 8GB internal storage which is expandable up to 40GB when paired with a 32MB MicroSD card.
It also comes with Wi-Fi, high speed connectivity via HSUPA 5.76Mbps/ HSDPA 7.2Mbps and GPS (Agis NavFone). An intuitive 3D media cube allows easy access to multimedia functions such as photos, music player, FM radio, videos, games and internet. Power packed features encased in a sleek device - 11.9mm thin and weighing only 117g.
Link to full product specifications:
http://sg.samsungmobile.com/mobile-phones/samsung-omnia-ii-specification
You must be thinking what is AMOLED and what is so good about it? AMOLED is short for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode which provides sharper and more brilliant colours, improving the viewing quality and enabling efficient energy consumption.
Link to AMOLED:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active-Matrix_OLED
And what are the differences between OMNIA II and the hugely popular OMNIA launched last year? Check out this website and compare the phone features.
Link to GSMArena:
http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone2=2422&idPhone1=2836
Here’s a video on what to expect in the box when you buy your OMNIA II.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Does Samsung OMNIA II support Chinese?
A. Samsung OMNIA II does support Chinese, limited to just viewing at this current moment. We hope to introduce Chinese input in the next software upgrade. So stay tuned! If you can’t wait, the option is to download 3rd party software. Before doing this, please bear in mind that Samsung will not provide any technical support for 3rd party software and that installation should be done at your own risk.
Monster Chinese and CE Star seem to work pretty well as noted from the forums.
Link to Monster Chinese:
http://www.handango.com/catalog/ProductDetails.jsp?storeId=2218&platformId=30&productId=21726
Link to CE Star:
http://www.soft32.com/download_166426.html
Q. Does OMNIA II come with threaded SMS?
A. Samsung OMNIA II does not support threaded SMS currently. If you need threaded SMS, you will need to use 3rd party software.
For Threaded SMS:
Visit http://freewareppc.com/communication/smssettings.shtml, download SMS Settings 0.1.CAB, save the file into the device under “My Storage”.
Q. I wish to block off data connection on my OMNIA II. How do I do it?
A. Do check that all your connections are OFF to ensure that there are no unwanted data connections running in the background. If you wish to block off data connection entirely, you would need to download 3rd party software MoDaCo NoData.
Link to MoDaCo NoData:
http://www.modaco.com/content/pocket-pc-software/246171/new-free-utility-nodata/
Q. How do I backup my contacts without Outlook?
A. You would need to download 3rd party software Jeyo Mobile Companion.
Link to Jeyo Mobile Companion:
http://www.jeyo.com/companion.asp
Q. Can OMNIA II support Windows Mobile® 6.5 when it is released?
A. Yes. OMNIA II is updateable to Windows Mobile® 6.5. We will have an online software upgrade site once it is ready. You’d be the first to know!
Q. Can Samsung Touch Wiz UI be disabled?
A. Yes, you can. Just follow the steps in the video.
Disable TouchWiz UI
Steps to disable TouchWiz UI
Go to ‘Start’ > ‘Settings’ > Go to ‘Today’ > Select ‘Windows Mobile Green’ > Click on ‘Items’ > Un-check ‘Samsung Widgets Plus’ > Select the applications that you wish to display on the Main Home Screen > Click ok > Yes to reboot Personally, I do prefer to use the Touch Wiz UI. It really allows me to do a lot of customization. For example, I can customize my favourite programmes or features on the menu or on the idle screen.
TouchWiz UI
The part I like about Samsung TouchWiz UI in OMNIA II is that it allows me to download widgets. I can use the Widget Wap Gallery (More Widgets) to download games and applications.
*Please note that there are operator-specific widgets which are pre-loaded into your OMNIA II when you purchase it from SingTel, M1 and StarHub.
For example:
M1 customers will get HungryGoWhere widget, which is a restaurant guide that will fulfill your taste buds by finding the hottest food places in town!
Singtel customers will get inSing.com, a one-stop destination that provides all the essential day-to-day information as well as comprehensive up-to-date coverage on local, international and entertainment news, events listings, food reviews and shopping deals
Starhub customers will get StarHub TV on Mobile. Starhub TV on Mobile brings your TV viewing experience onto your mobile phone anytime anywhere watching your favourite soccer matches, movies and many more.
You can see a full listing of the local operator widgets at www.yourwidgetworld.com/sg.
You can also download 3rd party widgets such as GameLoft. GameLoft Widget is designed to give you the latest mobile gaming updates, top quality games with over 200 titles to choose from.
You can also use PointUI “Home 2” if you want to try out different kind of User Interface. It’s free.
Link to Point UI:
http://www.pointui.com/
Main Menu Interface
Q: How do you install the AGIS Navigation software?
A: Follow the steps in the video or check out the web support at AGIS website.
You can call the AGIS helpdesk as well at +65 6391 4500.
Link to AGIS:
http://www.asiagis.com.sg/agis2/info_samsung.php
Installing AGIS Navigation software
Steps to install AGIS Navigation software
Go to ‘Start’ > ‘File Explorer’ > Select ‘Storage Card’ > Click on ‘NAVFone PPC’ > Select ‘Storage Card’ > Install > Click ok > Click ‘Start’ > Go to ‘Programs’ > Select ‘NAVFone PPC’’ > Register via SMS > Key in License Number and your name > Click ‘Activate’ > Read software license agreement > Click “I Agree” and begin use
*Please remember to install the application under ‘Storage Card’, which is the memory card or copy all the AGIS application files to your phone memory.
Q. Why does my AGIS navigation take more than 5mins to load?
A. By enabling <Xtra functions>, the GPS should load faster.
Enabling Xtra functions (for faster GPS connection)
Steps to enable Xtra functions
Go to ‘Menu’ > Settings > General Settings > GPS > XTRA > Enable XTRA Server > Download XTRA Data > Done
*Please note that the Xtra data is valid for 7 days. The download is via GPRS, and data charges would apply. Data download for Xtra functions is only a few hundred KB.
Q: How do I get the wireless connection to work?
A: See the clip below and follow through the steps.
Steps to activate Wi-Fi
Go to ‘Menu’ > ‘Settings’ > Network Settings > Wi-Fi > Tap to activate Wi-Fi > Select the Network to connect to > Key in password into the Network Key > Click ‘Next’ > Click ‘Finish’
Q: Where can I find interesting 3rd party applications?
A. You can go to websites like Spb software house
They have applications such as new user interface, games, and many more. Some applications come with a trial period. And if you really like it, you can purchase it at an affordable price!
Link to SPB:
http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/pocketpc-software/
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Posted by Admin
18-Dec-2009