Samsung SGH Z500 review

Network and connections

Samsung SGH-Z500 is a Dual Mode phone, UMTS and Tri-band GSM, operating on the 900, 1800 and 1900 Mhz frequencies. For data transfer, this model offers 3G and GPRS technologies. It features a USB port, Bluetooth wireless support and IrDa infrared support. The main display is very sharp and the secondary one is functional. The included battery is good.

Design and equipment

This device has the same form factor as many Samsung models, that is, the clamshell opening (clamshell). It is also a compact-type handset, with integrated antenna, easy to handle even though its dimensions are not very small. The purchase kit also includes a travel charger, user manual and headset.

Main features

Samsung SGH-Z500 is a very versatile phone, capable of satisfying a wide range of users. It offers multiconferencing, built-in speakerphone, voice-activated dialing and Voice Memo. In addition to these functions there are the alarm clock, calculator, agenda, notepad and others. Moving on to messaging, this phone supports SMS, EMS, MMS and E-mail, with simplified text entry. Memory is 50 MB, expandable via T-Flash cards.

Entertainment and multimedia

The multimedia player is capable of playing audio and video files in various formats: MP3, AAC, AAC+, RealMedia, 3GP and MPEG. There are ample customization options for backgrounds, screensavers, wallpapers, polyphonic ringtones and Java (J2ME) games. New content can be downloaded through the built-in WAP browser. In addition, this model has a camera with a 1 megapixel sensor, with which you can obtain photographs at a maximum resolution of 1152x864 pixels. The device also offers a self-timer and 2x digital zoom, although it lacks a flash. Finally, it is possible to make video calls and manage video messages.