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Rogers’ Samsung Jack gets Windows Mobile 6.1 update

Categories: Rogers, Samsung
By: , IntoMobile
Friday, October 3rd, 2008 at 9:32 AM

The SGH-i616 on Rogers just got blessed by the powers that be at Samsung with Windows Mobile 6.1. Some of the key features of Windows Mobile 6.1 include:

  • Instant messaging-like texting
  • Improved Internet browsing
  • Simpler e-mail and Bluetooth setup
  • New Home screen interface
  • New Getting Started Center
  • Security enhancements
  • Easier Wi-Fi connection
  • More personal choice

For a full feature list, head on over here, and to get downloading, head to the Rogers Jack Windows Mobile 6.1 update site.

[via Windows Mobile Cool]

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  • Eltawil

    Would’ve loved to grab it from Rogers, but even though Windows Mobile 6.1 has an easier Wifi connection wizard, this phone doesn’t even have Wifi, unfortunately.

  • Nick

    Re: Easier Wi-Fi connection
    I though Samsung Jack was not capable of WiFi!