Samsung Vibrant review
Network and connections
Another device with Android platform for Samsung, with top-notch features to openly challenge the powerful iPhone. T-Mobile's Vibrant has a Quadband GSM receiver, capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any situation. Dual Mode support is also present, to take advantage of UMTS networks. For the Internet, there is the internal HSDPA modem, extremely fast and high-performing. The HTML browser will therefore be able to open pages easily. Or you can connect to distributed networks, thanks to the integrated Wi-Fi antenna. Bluetooth for file transfers is also present, as well as the USB data output.
Design and features
Classic and elegant lines to give a clean look suited to any context. On the front stands out the large 4-inch Super AMOLED HVGA display, equipped with Capacitive 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 Vibrant's dimensions are compact, to ensure good portability and a secure grip, thanks to the rounded edges with a thickness of 9.9 mm and a weight of only 118 grams.
Main features
Google's platform is implemented in favor of multimedia content and execution speed. You can therefore use programs like YouTube, Facebook and Google Maps with stability, in addition to many other interesting applications including Digital Compass and Instant Messaging. Wide possibility of customization thanks to Java support. Contact book, appointment organizer, calculator and other management utilities are already included. Simplified writing helps in composing messages, from SMS to more substantial E-mails. It is also possible to properly open Office and PDF attachments thanks to the dedicated readers. For voice functions, there are instead the speakerphone, voice recorder and support for video calling.
Entertainment and multimedia
Even in leisure moments, the Samsung Vibrant is fully able to satisfy the user. It is in fact equipped with a 5 megapixel camera, capable of delivering excellent quality images in any condition. This is also thanks to dedicated functions for even more precise capture, including the recording of short videos. The GPS receiver is handy for turning the phone into a satellite navigator. Or there's the multimedia player for faithfully reproducing audio and video files. The memory available to the user is 8 GB or 16 GB depending on the configuration, further expandable up to 32 GB via microSD cards.