Outlast the Elements with the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Smartphones

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Outlast the Elements with the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Smartphones

Built for strength and durability, the Galaxy Rugby Smartphone helps
Canadians stay connected in all environments

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Samsung Electronics Canada is
pleased to announce the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Rugby(TM )smartphone. Built to physically withstand the elements, the Galaxy Rugby
fulfills smartphone needs with the strength to handle whatever life
throws at it from the work site to the camp site and beyond. With a
ruggedized, durable design, the Samsung Galaxy Rugby is dustproof and
waterproof, enabling active users to conduct business anytime,
anywhere.

The Samsung Galaxy Rugby is rugged by design and is dustproof with a
water resistant design (submersible up to 1m for 30 minutes)*. The
Galaxy Rugby features an Android 2.3 OS along with a 3.65" HVGA TFT
Corning® Gorilla® Glass Display and a 3MP camera with Flash. It also
supports Wi-Fi®, corporate email and a full range of Google Mobile(TM) services including GoogleMaps(TM), Gmail(TM), Google Search(TM) and Google Play(TM) which provides users with access to over 450,000 applications for
download.

"The Samsung Galaxy Rugby is the ultimate smartphone to withstand the
elements. Perfect for active customers who need to stay connected on
the job, this smartphone can survive the harshest Canadian weather,"
said Paul Brannen, vice president, mobile communications, Samsung
Electronics Canada. "We are passionate about delivering quality devices
to the market and the Galaxy Rugby is an exciting new addition to the
Galaxy family of smartphones."

With security standards built in to the Android(TM) 2.3, Gingerbread
operating system, any organization's mobile work force can be remotely
managed and securely connected to corporate applications and data while
away from their desks. The Galaxy Rugby has integrated security and is
enterprise ready, providing consumers with confidence to use their
devices for both personal and business tasks.

These security standards are comprised of multiple components that
outline Samsung's business-to-business foundations for its mobile
devices. These "pillars" are designed to offer customers essential
enterprise functionality and security and include: Mobile Device
Management, On-Device Virtual Private Network (VPN) and secure access
to Corporate Email/Calendar/Contacts. When it comes to communication,
safety and security, the Galaxy Rugby is workplace ready, no matter
where the day takes you.

Additional Product Specifications:

        --  Technology: EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
        --  Operating System: Android 2.3
        --  Display: 3.65" HVGA TFT Corning® Gorilla® Glass Display
        --  External Memory: Supports up to 32GB via microSD(TM)
        --  Internal Memory: 150MB + 2GB card included in box
        --  Weight: 135 grams
        --  Camera: 3.0 MP Camera with Flash
        --  Battery: 1500mAH Battery
        --  Dimensions: 121.5 X 65.9 X 11.9 mm

Availability and Pricing

The Samsung Galaxy Rugby will be available from Bell, Rogers and
SaskTel, along with select retailers. For carrier specific pricing and
details, please visit your nearest carrier retailer. For more
information on the Galaxy Rugby, please visit http://www.samsung.com.

* Waterproof against incidental exposure to water when all ports are
tightly closed. NOT designed or intended for in water use. Submersible
up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.

Android, Google, GoogleMaps, Gmail, Google Search and Google Play are trademarks of
Google Inc.

About Samsung Electronics

Samsung Electronics Canada delivers unrivalled consumer experiences.
Samsung enables Canadians to pursue their passions by offering a broad
range of award-winning digital consumer electronics, IT,
telecommunications and home appliance products. The Canadian arm
upholds Samsung's global mission to provide consumers with innovative
digital convergence products that possess exceptional technology,
quality, features, performance and value. As a result of its commitment
to innovation and unique design, Samsung has become one of the most
decorated brands in the electronics industry. The company was ranked
#17 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand "100 Best Global Brands" and was named
as one of Fast Company's "50 Most Innovative Companies of 2011."

For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.ca.

You can also Like Samsung on facebook.com/SamsungCanada or follow
Samsung on twitter @SamsungCanada. For customer service inquiries, please call 1-800-SAMSUNG
(1-800-726-7864).

SOURCE  Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.

Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.

CONTACT:  Caitilin Doherty
North Strategic
caitilin.doherty@northstrategic.com 
416-371-3762

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