Samsung Wave review

POP3, IMAP and Exchange email (through ActiveSync) are all supported and simple to set up, provided you know your server settings. However, with Android’s full exchange services arriving with the Android 2.2 update, Samsung will have to ensure it too supports alternative methods of connecting to Exchange in the near future to make sure everyone can hook up to work email on the move.

What does make the applications better though, is the super-speedy ARM Cortex A8 1GHz processor. It just makes everything run like clockwork. It’s seamless to use, even when you have multiple apps open, or are using power-hungry ones. It’s even highly effective when using the accelerometer that switches instantly when you tip the handset.

You can access the open apps screen by pressing and holding the menu button at the bottom of the screen. It's then easy to swap between open applications or close them all.

Although most smartphones include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and HSDPA, it’s pleasing to see the full package here, including support for the full range of Wi-Fi profiles, including 802.11n.

The Samsung Wave is a stunning device that deserves praise. Bada may not be the most polished platform out there and the Touchwiz UI isn’t up to the same standard as HTC Sense, but it’s an excellent first attempt by Samsung.

The one thing that really lets Bada and the Wave down, is the lack of apps in the Samsung App Store. We hope this is something that changes very soon.