Samsung GALAXY S4 launched in India

Samsung Electronics has come up with its much sought after smartphone GALAXY S4.

After its launch in New York, Samsung is taking the latest gizmo on a world tour to major global cities. India is one of the select few countries where the Galaxy S4 world tour is being organized.

Equipped with a 13 megapixel rear camera, the GALAXY S4 enables users to take pictures in different ways including ‘dual shot', 'drama shot', or 'sound and shot'.

"The GALAXY S4 brings people together, makes everyday living better and sets the standard in mobile innovation," said JK Shin, CEO and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung. Announcing the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S4 in the Indian market, stated Mr. B D Park, President & CEO, South West Asia, Samsung Electronics, "At Samsung, we are committed to innovation and to our consumers .We are always listening to our consumers and innovating to give them products that meet their needs. This has led to the successful introduction of iconic devices like the Galaxy SII, Galaxy SIII, Galaxy Note, Galaxy Note 2 and today, we are proud to announce the launch of our flagship device and the much awaited , Samsung Galaxy S4 ."

The phone comes with features like ‘air gesture' that allows users to, for example, change the music track they are listening to, with a wave of their hand. Another feature ‘air view' will preview photos and emails by hovering over the screen with your finger.

‘ChatON' for GALAXY S4 offers a holistic communication experience with a high quality mVoIP/Video chatting service.

One of the unique features of Samsung Galaxy S4 is the WatchON that can transform the GALAXY S4 into a universal remote control.

"The Galaxy S4 is a device that enables us to do more, it's a companion that helps us experience life to the fullest and makes our life simpler and richer... That's the promise of the Samsung Galaxy S4," said Vineet Taneja, country head, Samsung Mobile and Digital Imaging.

The smartphone is priced at Rs 41,500/- .