[Video] Hands On with Garmin-Asus Nuvifone A50

The new Garmin-Asus A50 is running the current build of Android 1.6 with the multi-touch implemented by Garmin-Asus. Although the phone is releasing with 1.6 version, it will be upgradeable to 2.X later this year according to the company. The handset is packed with navigation related customization starting with the home screen (Breeze UI) to the contacts and photo album. Hit the link for more info and video.

On the connectivity side, the device comes with support for HSDPA Cat 8 7.2Mbps, HSPA / WCDMA 850/900/1700/1900/2100, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and GPRS EDGE Class 12, as well as with WLAN 802.11b+g, USB v2.0 (HS), and Bluetooth 2.1. There are 4GB of internal memory users will benefit from, with the possibility to add more storage space through the micro-SD (SDHC) memory card slot. And there is also a 1150mAh Lithium Ion battery inside, which can deliver up to 3 hours of talk time or up to 250 hours standby time.

Other specs of the handset also include a built-in GPS receiver (Qualcomm GPSOne, Assisted GPS, Aided GPS and standalone GPS supported), proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, e-compass, accelerometer, support for SMS / IM / MMS and email (MAP, POP3, Exchange), along with a media player, WebKit browser, and a nice range of navigation features, not to mention support for various services delivered by Google to all Android users out there. All in all, the handset seems to be an interesting option, though the company hasn’t unveiled specific details on its availability and pricing yet.

[via Mobile Tech World]

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