Samsung Acclaim review
Network and connections
Another device from Samsung offered on the US market, in partnership with the carrier US Cellular. This Acclaim is a CDMA device capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any situation. Support for 3G networks is also present. Browsing the Internet will be absolutely fast, leaving the HTML browser the task of correctly displaying any page. Or you can connect to distributed networks, thanks to the built-in Wi-Fi antenna. Bluetooth is also present for file transfers, as well as a USB data output.
Design and features
Classic and elegant lines give it a clean look suited to any context. On the front, the large 3.2-inch TFT screen stands out, equipped with Touch Screen technology that allows precise and optimal management of the device. Just below is a clickable multifunction directional pad, along with dedicated keys for managing content. The dimensions of the Samsung Acclaim are compact, to ensure good portability and a secure grip, thanks to the rounded edges and a weight of only 130 grams.
Main features
Google's Android platform is implemented in favor of multimedia content and execution speed. You can therefore use programs like YouTube, Facebook and Google Maps with stability, along with many other interesting applications including Digital Compass and Instant Messaging. There is ample room for customization thanks to Java support. Contacts address book, appointment organizer, calculator and other management utilities are already included. Simplified writing helps in composing messages, from SMS to longer E-mails. It is also possible to correctly open Office and PDF attachments thanks to the dedicated readers. For voice functions, there are the speakerphone, the voice recorder and support for video calling.
Entertainment and multimedia
Even during leisure moments, the Samsung Acclaim is able to fully satisfy the user. It is in fact equipped with a 3.2 megapixel camera, capable of delivering good quality images in any condition. This is also thanks to dedicated functions for even more precise capture, including recording short videos. The GPS receiver is handy for turning the phone into a satellite navigator, complete with a digital compass. Or there's the multimedia player for faithfully playing back audio and video files. The memory available to the user is 4 GB, further expandable up to 32 GB via microSD cards. Battery life is very good, lasting up to 450 hours in Stand-by.