Samsung Player review
Network and connections
A phone suited to all users, able to be simple to use but also effective with more important applications. The network receiver is a GSM Quadband, capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any area of the world, thanks also to UMTS support. Internet browsing is really fast, with an HSDPA modem for packet data traffic. With the HTML browser it will feel like opening pages just like with home ADSL. 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, to hold the device comfortably in the palm of one hand. The dimensions are indeed compact, with a thickness of 12.9 mm 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 is equipped with Full Touch Screen technology, to offer simple and intuitive management of content. A multifunction key also helps with navigating the menus. Headphones and a data cable are included in the sales package.
Main features
The Widget interface lets the user customize their Player to the fullest, with menus that are ever more convenient and fast. The application package offered is absolutely complete, with contacts, 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 problems. Emails can be composed quickly, thanks to the predictive text input that helps a lot with message text. The purely phone-related aspect is no less impressive, with good-quality hands-free speakerphone, voice recorder, and multi-conference support. In addition, the dedicated camera allows you to make video calls.
Entertainment and multimedia
To complete the technological offering of this Player model, Samsung's designers have equipped the device with a 3.2 megapixel camera. It is really handy for taking quality photographs whenever needed, thanks also to Flash, Zoom and other dedicated functions, such as Smile Shot. You can also record videos, to be saved on the 80 MB internal memory, further expandable up to 16 GB with microSD cards. There's also a multimedia player for playing audio and video files in various formats. The tracks played are automatically recognized by the Find Music service. Furthermore, the sound quality is really excellent, thanks to DNSe (Digital Natural Sound Engine). The AM/FM antenna then allows you to receive your favorite radio broadcasts anywhere. Battery life is not bad, with 300 hours of Stand-by.