Samsung recently announced the existence of the i8510 (INNOV8) handset and have now revealed that the 8GB version will be sold exclusively in the UK in partnership with the Carphone Warehouse (a similar arrangement to the iPhone), although which networks the phone will be available on has not yet been specified. The i8510 will have two memory variants: 16GB and 8GB, it appears that only the 8GB is a Carphone Warehouse exclusive, with the 16GB version being sold by other retailers and dealers in the UK.

Here's an extract from the press release:

Samsung Electronics UK, the world's second largest mobile phone manufacturer, today announced the launch of the Samsung i8510, which will be available in the UK in partnership with The Carphone Warehouse, early September 2008. This will be the first 8MP camera-phone to launch in the UK market.

"The Samsung i8510 is another milestone in mobile phone technology," said Mark Mitchinson, Vice President of Samsung Mobile UK and Ireland. "Samsung has always produced high-quality camera-phone technology, and to be the first company to launch an 8MP multimedia device in the UK is a proud moment for everyone involved and demonstrates beyond any doubt that Samsung is very much on the ascendancy. The Samsung i8510 offers a staggering array of multimedia technology to enhance and reward the consumers experience at every level."

He continued: "This certainly marks a new era in mobile phone technology and we're excited to be launching the Samsung i8510 in partnership with The Carphone Warehouse."

You can read our preview of the i8510 (INNOV8) here, or view our image gallery here.