Samsung launches first Tizen phone

Samsung Electronics has launched the world's first smartphone powered by the Tizen operating system.

The Samsung Z will go on sale in Russia in the July-to-September 2014 quarter

Samsung phones currently use the Android platform, but the South Korean firm has been working with chipmaker Intel to develop Tizen as an alternative operating system.

It is seen as a way to make Samsung less dependent on Android's developer, Google.

SAMSUNG Z SPECIFICATIONS

Display

4.8” HD Super AMOLED (1280 x 720)

Processor

2.3GHz Quad core application processor

Operating System

Tizen 2.2.1

Memory

RAM: 2GB

Internal Memory: 16GB, microSD slot up to 64GB

Dimensions

5.4 x 2.7 x 0.3 inches (138.2 x 69.8 x 8.5 millimetres)

Weight

136 grams (0.3 pounds)

Battery

2600mAh

Camera

8 megapixel (rear), 2.1 megapixel (front)

Camera Features

Mini mode
Quick Shot
Best Photo
Drama
Panorama
Dual Camera

Other features

Ultra Power Saving Mode

Download Booster

S Health 3.0

Colour theme customisation

Fingerprint sensor

Fingerprint scanner
Heart rate sensor