Samsung Electronics has introduced the Samsung Z, the first commercially available smartphone powered by the Tizen platform. The Samsung Z is being displayed at the Tizen Developer Conference, San Francisco from June 3-4.

　　The Samsung Z is optimized with a Tizen platform, with a 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED display and a 2.3 GHz quad-core processor.

　　The Tizen-based Samsung Z offers a faster startup time and immediate multi-tasking capabilities and supports 2D and 3D graphic qualities, according to the vendor. Users will also be able to enjoy safe and secure privacy protection using the built-in fingerprint sensor.

　　An Ultra Power Saving Mode lets the phone stay operational even at minimal battery levels in emergencies.

　　The Samsung Z will be available in Russia in the third quarter of 2014 and is planned to expand to other markets. Users will be offered to access additional applications through the Tizen Store at the launch of the Samsung Z.