Casio G'zOne Type S Phone (Verizon Wireless, Phone Only, No Service) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was looking for a durable flip phone sans the superfluous frills which I never use. I needed something reliable with excellent "send and receive" calling quality. This unit is larger and feels sturdier than most of its genre. Its relatively bigger buttons and and overall hefty profile were the first features that caught my eye. For an indiivudal like myself with larger hands that often holds my phone in the neck-twisting, hands-free head/shoulder crunch mode, the extra size of this model is an asset. I don't have a case and keep the phone in my pants pocket. So far it has endured this manner of travel. Good bi-directional audio quality and a nice loud ring which I prefer. One drawback...forget about the reading the screen in direct sunlight. The interface is Verizon Du Jour and if you like toying with extra features there's plenty to keep you busy. Barring the screen issue this is a phone I highly recommend.

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Ruggedized to military standards, the super-tough Casio G'zOne Type S clamshell phone is able to withstand the penetrating elements of rain, humidity and even submersion in water. It's also shock resistant and its dust-resistant keyboard will stay fully operational even in swirling sandstorms (see more about testing standards below). This dual-band phone runs on Verizon's 800/1900 MHz CDMA network, which offers access to Verizon's Get It Now virtual store (for downloads of games, ringtones, wallpapers and more) and VZ Navigator for audible maps, turn-by-turn directions and location information. Other features include a VGA camera with flash, video capture capability, Bluetoooth connectivity for communication headsets and data transfer, speakerphone, and voice activated dialing.
Built tough, the G'zOne Type S has a clamshell design that's set within a protective bed of silicon rubber and surrounded on the outside by a sturdy frame of reinforced plastic coated with polyurethane. The G'zOne Type S is also one of the first cell phones to be able to withstand blowing rain, high humidity, and immersion underwater for 30 minutes at a depth of 1 meter (with ports closed) thanks to the handset's construction with unique screws, water-resistant filters and O-ring combinations.
Underneath the clamshell, the G'zOne Type S has a 1.8-inch color TFT screen (176 x 220-pixel resolution) with support for 65K colors. The outside features a supplementary monochrome LCD screen that can display incoming call information, battery life, signal strength, current date and time, stopwatch functions, and more. The protected camera lens and LED flash (which also doubles as a flashlight) reside on the front cover, just above the external display, while up/down volume controls and a camera control button are on the right side of the phone. On the back, the battery cover has a locking mechanism that can be secured before taking the phone into watery conditions.
The built in memory provides room for up to 500 contact entries in the phone's address book. A voice dialing feature makes calling friends and associates as easy as saying their names, while the built-in speakerphone allows you to talk handsfree. The phone also comes with built-in polyphonic ringtones and a vibrating alert, and more ringtones can be downloaded via Verizon's Get It Now service. Ringtones can be assigned to specific callers so you don't have to look at the phone to know who's calling, or you can match pictures with callers to identify them. It also ships with a number of handy tools including a calendar, notepad, alarm clock, world clock, calculator, countdown timer, and stopwatch.
For snapping photos on the go, the G'zOne Type S is equipped with a VGA camera that includes a 2x digital zoom and integrated flash. You can shoot images in one of three resolutions (640 x 480, 320 x 240, and 120 x 160 pixels), and the camera lets you control settings for brightness, white balance, and three color effects. It provides a self-timer of up to 10 seconds for self-portraits, and you can turn the shutter sound on or off. Additionally, you can capture video clips in QCIF resolution (176 x 144 pixels) up to 15 seconds in length, and you can use the flash as a recording light.
This phone provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and includes profiles for communication headset, and handsfree car kits. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. Additionally, you can connect your laptop and enjoy dial-up networking (DUN)--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server--using using the G'zOne Type S as your modem.
For messaging, the G'zOne Type S provides support for text messaging (SMS), enhanced messaging service (EMS) for sending audio files, multimedia messaging (MMS) for sending pictures and video, and IM chatting. The phone is also Mobile Web 2.0 capable, which offers customizable, enhanced wireless access to the latest in news, sports, weather and more (subscription charges apply).
The G'zOne Type S comes standard with a location-enabled e911 feature for emergency situations. Activate Verizon's monthly VZ Navigator service and you'll have all the benefits of advanced GPS technology at your fingertips: heads-up alerts, voice-prompted rutn-by-turn directions, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US, and detailed color maps.
Military Standards Testing The GÕzOne Type-S passed all of the following tests, performed in accordance with Military Standards 810F, with all ports (battery, headset and charging) on the phone closed:
The Water Resistance test was performed in accordance with Method 506.4, Procedure I. The GÕzOne Type-S was subjected to this test with the handset open and closed, but with ports closed for 30 minutes on the front of the unit and then 30 minutes on the back of the unit. The test was designed to simulate rainfall of 2 inches per hour with a 40 MPH wind. Result: The GÕzOne Type-S showed no visible evidence of damage or deterioration caused by testing.
The Humidity test was performed in accordance with Method 507.4. The GÕzOne Type-S tested for operation after the conclusion of the tenth cycle. Each cycle was 24 hours and the entire test was performed over ten days. The temperature was cycled between 86 and 140°F with the relative humidity at 95 percent constant. Result: The GÕzOne Type-S showed no visible evidence of damage or deterioration caused by testing.
The Drop test was performed in accordance with Method 516.5, Procedure IV. The GÕzOne Type-S was sequentially dropped in non-operating mode, onto each face, edge and corner for a total of 26 drops from a height of 1.50 meters (4.9 feet). The drop surface was defined as two-inch-thick plywood over a steel plate over concrete. Result: The GÕzOne Type-S powered on.
The Dust Resistance test was performed in accordance with Method 510.4, Procedure I. A temperature of 95°F was used for this test. Silica flour as defined by the test standard was used. Devices are given a passing grade when moving parts are not bound or blocked and if the unit powers on. Result: The GÕzOne Type-S showed no visible evidence of damage or deterioration.
The Immersion test was conducted in accordance with Method 512.4, Procedure 1, with the handset immersed in water for a period of 30 minutes at a depth of 1 meter with ports closed. Result: The GÕzOnesuccessfully powered on with no visible evidence of damage or deterioration.

Vital Statistics The Casio G'zOne Type S weighs 5.1 ounces and measures 3.8 x 2 x 1.1 inches. Its 1050 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 203 minutes (3.4 hours) of talk time, and up to 170 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 CDMA frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

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Samsung T219 (Red) Unlocked GSM Cell Phone Review

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(More customer reviews)I really enjoyed this phone's sharp appearance and simple to use features. No frills, no extra features that you won't use. Just the right stuff for the person who wants a phone to make calls and store all their contact information without the hassles and fees from having a contract. Furthermore, this can be a great phone for emergency use or as a backup! I've enjoyed using this phone and highly recommend purchasing it.

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AT&T USBConnect Lightning USB Modem (AT&T) Review

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(More customer reviews)If you're looking for the world's best phone you're expecting way to much; if you want a simple, affordable cheapy that makes/receives calls and messages and little more then this is the phone for you. Bought it to replace my smashed 2600, the buttons work much better, menus are just a tad faster, definitely boots faster, camera is slower to come up, back cover is much flimsier, software has some handy added features I wanted to see in the old one (copy/move text messages, create folders, etc.). It does exactly what I need it to do, which isn't much. Will it stand up to abuse? Doubt it will a whole lot but I'm pretty easy on it. Holds four bars at all times (AT&T), swapped in SIM card and it came right up fine, hasn't dropped a call, sends/receives multimedia messages better than the 2600. No complaints. It's been a good little cheapy so far.

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The AT&T USBConnect Lightning provides enhanced mobile broadband performance on the nation's fastest 3G network for quick and easy access to email, the Internet and business applications on your laptop while on the go. The combination of 3G mobile broadband speeds and EDGE national coverage provides an ideal mix of coverage and performance. The USBConnect Lightning connects to your laptop via the USB port, and it also includes a microSD memory card slot that's compatible with cards up to 32 GB in size.
The USBConnect Lightning makes connecting in more places easier as it can be used at AT&T Wi-Fi hotspots (with a Wi-Fi enabled laptop and qualified data plan). Additionally, it offers global compatibility with DataConnect Global plans covering additional data usage in select roam zones in more than two dozen countries, including many European countries, India, China, South Korea and Japan.
The USBConnect Lightning runs on AT&T's 3G High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) wireless network, which has upload speeds between 500 Kbps and 1.2 Mbps and enhanced download speeds ranging between 700 Kbps and 1.7 Mbps. The faster download speeds provide an optimal wireless Internet-browsing experience, and the faster upload speeds will enhance users' ability to send large files, such as e-mail with attachments, photos or business documents. AT&T is the first U.S. carrier to deploy enhanced upload speeds through High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) in its HSPA network. HSPA is the latest generation of mobile broadband technology based upon the global standard for wireless--GSM.

Key Features
7.2 Mbps theoretical maximum speeds on HSPA 7.2 networks where deployed(w/backwards compatibility to EDGE networks)
Supports AT&T Communication Manager 7.0 (ACM)
Supports Microsoft Windows 7 via ACM 7.0 and Windows 7 Mobile Broadband for native connections
Small flat design is portable and durable and articulating USB hinge accommodates a wide range of computer designs
Eye-catching faceplate and informative LEDs light when in use
No-CD plug and play installation--all software is stored on the device
With microSD memory card slot, Lightning becomes a 2-in-1 device to store, backup and transfer data files
Power saving features conserve laptop battery when your computer is in standby mode
OS Support Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP; Mac OS X (version 10.4 or later)

Vital Statistics The AT&T USBConnect Lightning weighs 1.6 ounces and measures 3.1 x 1.4 x 0.45 inches. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as AT&T's dual-band 3G network (850/1900 MHz; HSDPA/UMTS). This device is also compatible with 2100 MHz 3G networks (HSDPA) in foreign territories.
What's in the Box AT&T USBConnect Lightning, USB extension cable and monitor clip, AT&T Communication Manager (preloaded on device), quick start guide

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Samsung a127 Prepaid GoPhone (AT&T) with $35 Airtime Included Review

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(More customer reviews)It has been difficult to replace a phone that has been broken after being purchased with service from AT&T. The options available are either purchase a "Prepaid GoPhone" or pay an outrageous price for a replacement. I purchased the Samsung A127, but the sound quality is really crappy. Those whom I call all complain about not being able to hear me.

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A great choice for those seeking an uncomplicated communications partner, the Samsung A127 gives you high-quality phone calls and has just enough built-in fun and personalization to make this phone your own. And with AT&T's GoPhone pay-as-you-go service, you pay for just the minutes you use without having to sign up for an annual contract--this phone even comes with $35 of airtime included. You can easily refill your minutes via prepaid cards or the Internet, or choose to prepay each month and roll over unused minutes. You'll be able to take snapshots on the go with the VGA camera for still photos. Other features include a speakerphone, headset jack, text messaging capabilities, access to personal email and instant messaging, and up to 5 hours of talk time.
AT&T GoPhone Service AT&T's pay-as-you-go GoPhone plans are wireless plans made easy. Simply pay in advance for what you need. No long-term contracts, credit checks, or surprise bills--just all the benefits of wireless, with no complications. In addition, AT&T's Rollover Balance feature lets you carry over your unused account balance when you purchase refill minutes before your balance expires. Other great features include no long distance or roaming fees across AT&T's national service area, the ability to track usage via text messages with an updated balance after each call, and the ability to refill your minutes 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. You can also cancel any time without penalty.
With the Pay As You Go option, you'll choose the rate plan that fits your needs and then start dialing. Your balance is lowered each time you make or receive a call or use services such as text messaging. You can then refill the minutes in your account via the Internet, using your phone (by calling 611 from your cell), or purchasing a pre-paid card in denominations up to $100.
With the Pick Your Plan option, you'll set up monthly, automatic payments with your credit/debit card or checking account. If you need to make more calls or you use up your balance during the month, just add minutes to your account at any time--you'll pay the same per-minute rate as your plan. You can buy more minutes in increments of $15 and $25 using your credit/debit card or checking account.
Phone Features Under the clamshell, the Samsung A137 has a 128 x 128-pixel screen, standard alpha-numeric keypad, five-way navigator, send/end keys, and two soft keys for navigation. The phone can store up to 300 phone numbers with each entry supporting up to 3 numbers (at 40 digits and 40 characters in length) and an email address. It also includes eight speed dial numbers. The integrated speakerphone provides loud and clear handsfree communication.
The VGA camera captures still photos (no video) in four resolution options (640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120, and 128 x 104 pixels) and also features three quality settings (normal, fine, superfine), a digital zoom, multi-shot capabilities, and a brightness setting. After snapping your pic, you can then add one of 18 frames to it.
With support for the MMS (multimedia messaging service), the phone can send both picture and text messages, and when coupled with the phone's powerful camera, MMS opens up great opportunities for robust messaging. T9 text entry, a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users.
Other features include:
Organization tools: Calendar, calculator, alarm, converter, world time, timer
Compatible with 16-chord polyphonic ringtones
Displays last 20 incoming/outgoing/missed calls
Any key answer
Mute function, vibrate alert
Headset jack
Multi-lingual support: English, French, Spanish
Downloadable ringtones

Vital Statistics The Samsung A127 weighs 2.86 ounces and measures 3.39 x 1.67 x 0.76 inches. Its 800 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 250 hours of standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS frequencies.

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Casio G'zOne Phone (Verizon Wireless) Review

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(More customer reviews)I am not a cell phone addict. I just want it to work, and to put up with rough handling better than the wet Kleenex garbage phones I've had up to now. I typically have gotten about 6 months from a phone before it looks like it owed the Mafia money. This phone is the antidote to that. I've had it since it first came out, and it hasn't got so much as a scratch. You can read all about its specs, but this is the toughest, most dependable phone I've ever had. It's a really high quality item, and when it gets dirty, I just wash it off in the sink. The battery consistently lasts at least 3 days between charges, it has a good camera with lots of storage space, and the greatest thing is that the camera flash becomes a very good flashlight, which has come in handy so many times I lost count. I used to despise cell phones but had to have them. I won't leave the house without this one, and if it ever croaks (which I doubt) I'll get another one just like it.

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If this isn't the phone Navy SEALs use, it should be. Not only is the G'zOne waterproof, it can remain underwater for a full-30 minutes, and still maintain all of its functionality. That means if you haven't drowned after 30 minutes underwater, you can use the phone's built-in GPS feature and flashlight to find out just how lost you really are.
Ruggedized to military standards, this super-tough clamshell is not only waterproof, it's shock resistant, and dust resistant, too. Non-tough guy features include a 2-megapixel camera, EV-DO high-speed data capabilities, a QVGA display, a speakerphone, a built-in mobile Web 2.0 browser, and more.
DesignThe G'zOne features a ruggedized clamshell design with a large 240 x 320 color display with support for a whopping 65,000 colors--perfect for watching V Cast content. The outside of the clamshell features a supplementary monochrome LCD screen that can display incoming call information, battery life, signal strength, current date and time, stopwatch functions, and more. The protected camera lens and flash reside on the front cover, just above the external display, while up/down volume controls and a camera control button are on the right side of the phone. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's backlit control pad. The G'zOne also features a flashlight, which is housed on the back of the phone, meanwhile, a unique carrying clip is built into the top of the clamshell.
Calling FeaturesThe G'zOne's 31 MB of built in memory is more than enough to support up to 500 entries in the phone's address book. Meanwhile, a voice dialing feature makes calling friends and associates as easy as saying their names, while the built-in speakerphone allows you to talk handsfree. The phone also comes with built-in polyphonic ringtones and a vibrating alert. More ringtones can be downloaded via Verizon's Get It Now service. Ringtones can be assigned to specific callers so you don't have to look at the phone to know who's calling, or you can match pictures with callers to identify them. Lastly, the G'zOne's GPS location technology pinpoints your exact location when you dial 911.
Messaging, Internet and ToolsWith support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, the G'zOne is fully compatible with Verizon's V Cast service. With V Cast, you can download and stream high-quality video. Need news and weather? Get the latest Accuweather forecast delivered right to your handset, or stream CNN news headlines. ESPN sports updates, entertainment news from E!, and even Sesame Street content for the kids, are all available.
With support for sending and receiving text, picture and video messages, the G'zOne has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging, too. Predictive text entry technology, which makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users.
Getting on the Internet anywhere is easy with the G'zOne. Use the G'zOne's built in Web browser and Verizon's Mobile Web package to read and send e-mails, exchange instant messages and view your favorite web content. Verizon's Get It Now wireless download service is also fully compatible with the G'zOne. This pay-per-download service features application downloads, games and productivity tools. You can also personalize your handset with ringtone downloads using the Get It Now service.
The G'zOne ships with a number of handy tools including a calendar, an alarm clock, a calculator, a flashlight and a GPS feature that enables VZ Navigator functionality. VZ Navigator provides heads-up, voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions (with auto-rerouting if you miss a turn); local search of nearly fourteen million points of interest (POIs) in the U.S.A.; and detailed color maps that can be quickly panned and zoomed. With VZ Navigator you will know where you are, know what's around you, and know how to get there.
Imaging and Entertainment While the G'zOne is a great platform for watching V Cast video content, it can also capture video that can be shared with your friends and associates via video messaging. Of course, you can also use the camera to capture still pictures, too. The camera features 2-megapixel resolution, and an LED flash.
EV-DO Wireless Broadband Coverage Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.
Vital Statistics The G'zOne weighs 5.30 ounces and measures 4.08 x 2.04 x 1.17 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.38 hours of digital talk time, and up to 170 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 MHz CDMA/EV-DO frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

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NEW UNLOCKED MOTOROLA V191 QUAD BAND GSM CELL PHONE Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the V191 unlocked quad band phone because it had the features I wanted, seemed well made and was offered at a reasonable price. It is one of the few phones left on the market without one of those dumb, little built-in cameras. I wanted minimal crap. The phone met my expectations. But the instruction book came in Japanese only. With a bit of help from the store, I found an English translation on line. All is well.

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Samsung a707 SYNC Red Phone (AT&T) Review

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(More customer reviews)The Samsung Sync SGH-A707 is by far the best cell phone I've ever owned, and even though I've had it over a month, I'm still excited to have it. It's not perfect, there are some problems which I'll list, but the Sync SGH-A707 has all the features I could want in a cell phone, except for one major omission, voice dialing, and everything works well.
My number one criterion for a cell phone is voice quality. No matter what extra features the cell phone comes with, in the end I use it as a phone and I need excellent voice quality both for transmission and reception. The Sync SGH-A707 delivers. I've had no fuzzy calls, no fade-outs, and no dropped calls. All my calls have been clear on my end and when I've asked, I've been told my voice can be heard clearly at the other end.
The phone is large, but not too large and the weight is right. It fits exactly perfectly in my hand and the ear piece lines up with my ear while the microphone is right in front of my mouth. However, if you send a lot of text messages and are a speed texter with your thumb, you will have to get used to the phone's width. Since it is slightly wider than other phones I've used, it slows me down somewhat trying to stretch my thumb across the keys to enter a message. But I don't see this as a problem.
The Sync's screen is large, awesomely colorful, and the menus are easy to use. It's too bad you cannot change the order of the menus, however there is a configurable menu that is accessible from the Options key so you can put your most frequently used menu items up front. The keyboard has a four-way navigation key with a button in the center. You can configure what functions each of the four arrow keys brings up but you cannot change the function of the center key. When you are not in any menus, the center key always brings up the web browser. I don't have use for a web browser on a cell phone, the screen is too small, so I'd prefer it to call up a menu. But that's not changeable.
The Sync has six profiles, or modes, that change the way the phone operates. The profiles are Normal, Silent, Driving, Meeting, Outdoor, and Airplane. The Airplane profile allows you to listen to music, watch videos, play games, use the calendar or calculator or other programs but disables the cell phone function so you can use the Sync on a flight. The Outdoor profile sets the volume controls on maximum and causes to the phone to ring loudly and vibrate when calls are received. The Meeting profile silences the phone totally and causes the front screen to flash when a call or text message is received. You can switch quickly and easily between the Silent and Normal functions by holding in the hash (#) key for 3 seconds.
The Sync SGH-A707 comes with a 2 MP camera which takes fairly decent photos and movies for a cell phone, remember, it's not a camera, it's a cell phone. You can take a photo with the clamshell closed or open. Since it can take a 2 Gb microSD card you can take a lot of photos or movies and save them on the SD card.
The Sync can receive XM satellite radio (for an extra fee, of course), mobiTV (again, for an extra fee), and has an internal MP3 player and can take a 2 Gb microSD card which can hold several hours of music. The sound quality is good for a cell phone; remember it's not an iPod, it's a cell phone. I've loaded it up with tunes and listen all the time. It also can play movie files but I can't imagine who would want to watch movies on a 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm screen (one and three-eighths inches by one and seven-eighths inches). The MP3 player has external controls so you don't have to open the phone to pause or skip a song, however the controls are so very sensitive that if you lightly touch them they activate. Every time I put my phone in my pocket I end up either skipping a song or pausing. The phone corrects for this by making the controls inactive after 30 seconds. So once I start a play list I have to hold the phone for 30 seconds until the outer controls become inactive before I can put the phone in my pocket. To reactivate the controls you have to hold a side button in for 3 seconds. That means if you want to skip forward a few songs you first have to hold a side button in for 3 seconds to reactivate the controls. Or you can open the lid of the phone and use the inside controls. This feature is annoying, but it's even more annoying to have such extremely sensitive controls on the outside of the phone that you have to be careful what you touch.
The two most major negatives for the phone in my opinion are the lack of voice dialing and the very badly written user manual. Whoever designed this phone and left out the ability to do voice activated dialing is an idiot. Why would I want to use a hands-free bluetooth earpiece and then have to open the phone to dial it? If you want a phone with all the features of the Sync A707 and you absolutely require voice activated dialing, buy a Nokia N75. The N75 is almost an exact duplicate of the Sync A707 with the differences being that it has voice activated dialing, it lacks the stereo bluetooth capability that the A707 has, and to access the N75's microSD card you have to open the battery case, while the A707's microSD card can be accessed from the side of the phone. (For me, I'd have had to pay $95 for the N75 while I got the A707 for free so I chose the A707.)
The second major negative is the lousy user manual. It is obtuse and doesn't explain everything about the phone, and what it does explain, it doesn't explain well. For those of you who own the phone, did you know that pressing the hash key (#) and holding it in for 3 seconds will quickly switch the phone between silent mode and normal mode? This is a feature I use all the time and it isn't mentioned once in the manual. I know about it because it is a feature of all Samsung phones that have a silent, vibrate capability. In many reviews of this phone that I've read online I've seen comments that it's too bad the phone is missing some capability that I know the phone has. But the reviewer didn't know about it because you can't find it in the user manual or it's not explained well in the user manual. For example, a reviewer here recently said the outside screen shuts off and you can't see the time unless you open the phone; in fact, if you press the left side volume key you see the time. (You can change the outside screen to stay lit longer but it sucks battery.)
In conclusion, on the whole, in spite of it's faults, I love this phone and I'd strongly recommend it to anyone.

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If you're looking for superior multimedia capability wherever you go, look no further than the Samsung SYNC SGH-a707, one of Cingular's first high-end 3G flip phones. This high-speed, media rich phone features quad-band world phone connectivity, while its domestic UMTS and HSDPA capabilities will allow you to download data at speeds only dreamed about before. In fact, because the a707 supports the HSDPA protocol for high-speed data transfer, you'll be able to stream TV and high-speed video, and more, straight to the a707. Packaged in a stylish clamshell design, the a707 phone is the ultimate multimedia device, and the perfect complement to Cingular Wireless service.
DesignThe a707 design takes the standard clamshell form factor to the next level with its impressive media and data capabilities while maintaining a stylish and cool exterior. A large 240 x 320 full-color display with over 262,000 colors dominates the inside of the top cover. The outside cover of the handset sports a supplementary external display that can display time, call information, battery and signal strength, and more. The external screen can even be set to display a large analog clock. A TransFlash/MicroSD memory card slot is located on the right side of the phone while a 2.0-megapixel camera lens is housed above the external display. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's control pad. Lastly, charging and USB data cable ports are placed on the bottom of the phone, keeping the phone's design compact and portable.
Calling FeaturesThe a707's internal phone book can hold up to 1000 contacts while the phone's picture ID system allows you to assign pictures to your most common callers. It also supports polyphonic ringtones, and comes stock with unique ringtones built right into the unit, while more ringtones can be downloaded from Cingular Wireless' MEdia Net service. For times when you want to be discreet, there's a vibrating alert, and a built-in speakerphone makes it easy to talk without having the phone to your ear.
Because the a707 is Bluetooth enabled, wireless headsets can be configured with the phone for total handsfree operation.
Messaging, Internet, and ToolsThe a707 is a messaging and wireless Internet powerhouse. With UMTS and HSDPA support built right into the phone, you'll be streaming and downloading at speeds so fast your head will spin. When used in combination with one of Cingular's MEdia Max plans that supports Cingular Video and MobiTV (additional Cingular charges apply), the a707 will allow you to play high-quality news clips, sports clips, weather clips, and more--right on your phone. And with Cingular's exclusive partnership with HBO Mobile and HBO Family Mobile, you'll never be at a loss for something good to watch.
Into sending and receiving pictures, text, graphics, and sound and video via messages? When used in combination with the phone's built-in still and video cameras, MMS opens up a whole new world of messaging fun. Instant messaging is also supported via AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, and ICQ (Cingular messaging charges apply). There's also a built-in Web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. Cingular's MEdia Net service lets you do more than just stream videos--it lets you receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more. A predictive text entry system that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users.
Getting on the Internet with your laptop or PDA is easy with the a707. When used with a Cingular data plan and the phone's Bluetooth or USB data capability, the phone can be used as a wireless modem for laptops and PDAs.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the a707 including a voice memo recorder, a calculator, a calendar, and an alarm clock. Use the phone's Bluetooth capability to set up a wireless link with a Bluetooth accessory or connect to a computer or hand-held device to exchange and synchronize data.
Imaging and Entertainment With features like 29 MB of built-in memory, and a preloaded mp3 player, the a707 shines in the entertainment department. When the feeling strikes you, jam out to your favorite music on the unit's advanced mp3 player, and because the a707 sports a microSD/TransFlash memory card slot, you can load up all your favorite music and bring it with you (memory cards sold separately). And because the phone supports MobiRadio, in addition to streaming video and TV, you can listen to your favorite radio station via the supported digital radio service (additional Cingular charges apply).
The phone's 2.0-megapixel camera features still photo and camcorder capabilities, so you can capture all those soon-to-be priceless memories. Capture stills and then send them to your friends via MMS messaging or email, or to your PC via USB or Bluetooth. The a707 also supports custom graphics for wallpapers so you can dress up the phone to suit your fancy. Support for Java gaming is built into the phone and games are available for download via the Cingular MEdia Net service.
The a707 also sports an airplane mode feature, which allows you to safely use the non-wireless functions of a phone (such as music, games, or organizer functions) on an airplane during flight.
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Warning: If you want to enjoy the full audio and video capabilities of your UMTS phone, please select a MEdia Max service plan option during checkout. If you do not sign up for a MEdia Max service plan option, you will be paying per KB when you use the over-the-air UMTS audio and video features on your phone (upwards of $10 per minute).
Vital Statistics The Samsung SGH-a707 weighs 3.49 ounces and measures 3.72 x 1.99 x 0.65 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4 hours of digital talk time, and up to 240 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 GSM/GPRS/EDGE and 850/1900 WCDMA frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

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