MP3 players: Compare features & prices Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 8GB review

The Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 is an advanced MP3 player that's packed with fantastic features. It's designed to rival the iPod Touch and, like that model, can play games, download apps, surf the net over wi-fi and show videos. We were keen to see how the new Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 would measure up against its celebrated rival and so put it through our in-depth MP3 player test.
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Music player
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Build
Portability How easy it is to carry and use the player while on the move. Subscribe
Durability A check to see if players can withstand the odd knock or jolt while in a pocket or bag. Subscribe
Photo and video player
Viewing photos Considers loading photos, compatible file formats, quality of the display and viewing the screen indoors and out. Subscribe
Video display quality Considers angle of view, image quality and reflectiveness Subscribe
Video ease of use Considers the ease of adding and playing videos Subscribe
Overall video player Considers loading video, compatible video formats, quality of the display, viewing the screen indoors and out, ease of use and battery life. Subscribe
Battery
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Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 8GB

  • Launch date: Sep 2011
  • Type: Music and video
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