Samsung Halley review
Network and connections
A simple yet refined design in terms of technology and functionality, able to satisfy every type of user without compromise. The network receiver is a GSM Quadband, capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any area of the world, also thanks to UMTS support. Web browsing is truly fast, with an HSDPA modem for packet data traffic. With the HTML browser it will feel like opening pages just like with ADSL at home. To exchange files with other compatible devices, Bluetooth is used instead. Or else the USB 2.0 data cable to sync directly with a PC.
Design and features
The compact Candybar structure encloses everything in a sturdy body that's practical to handle. The rounded edges offer an ergonomic grip, allowing the device to be held comfortably in the palm of one hand. The dimensions are indeed compact, with 12.9 mm of thickness and just 96 grams of weight. The front houses the large display, a 2.8-inch TFT with display of up to 16 million colors. It features Full Touch Screen technology, to offer simple and intuitive content management. A multifunction key also helps when using the menus. Included in the sales package are headphones and a data cable.
Main features
The Widget interface allows the user to best customize their own Halley, with ever more convenient and fast menus. The application package offered is absolutely complete, with phonebook, organizer, alarm clock and calculator, currency converter and even a stopwatch. But that's not all, because Java support allows the installation of compatible software for expansion. Support for Office documents allows you to handle E-mail attachments without any problems. Emails can be composed quickly, thanks to the assisted writing feature that helps a lot with message texts. The purely telephone-related aspect is no less impressive, with good-quality speakerphone, voice recorder, and multiconference support. In addition, the dedicated camera allows you to make video calls.
Entertainment and multimedia
To complete the technological offering of this Halley, Samsung's designers equipped the device with a 3.2 megapixel camera. It is truly handy for taking quality photographs whenever needed, also thanks to Flash, Zoom and other dedicated functions, such as Smile Shot. You can also record videos, to be saved on the 50 MB internal memory, further expandable up to 8 GB with microSD cards. There is also a multimedia player for playing audio and video files in various formats. The tracks played are automatically recognized by Shazam's Find Music service. The AM/FM antenna then allows you to receive your favorite radio broadcasts in any area. Battery life is not bad, with 300 hours of Stand-by.