Samsung X830 review

Network and connections

Samsung SGH-X830 is a "Tri-band" GSM device, capable of operating on the 900, 1800 and 1900 Mhz frequencies. Data transfer reliability is guaranteed by EDGE technology, in addition to GPRS. This handset also allows for quick file exchange with other compatible devices, via Bluetooth wireless connection. There is also an infrared port (IrDa), and it is possible to connect the device to a computer using the dedicated USB cable. The display is sharp and well defined.

Design and features

Samsung SGH-X830 is a thin and light cell phone, with a swivel opening. This is a very compact model, with a youthful design that is unique in its kind. The antenna is internal to the phone's body and does not affect its handling. This model is available in different colors: black, orange, pink and silver. SGH-X830 looks more like a modern music player than a cell phone.

Main features

SGH-X830 allows users to speak with multiple parties thanks to the "multi-conference" function, and it has a speakerphone that can be used during conversations. Unfortunately, it is not possible to record short voice Memos, and there is no voice command function. SGH-X830 supports many messaging formats, such as Sms, Ems, Mms, aided by the T9 predictive text system. It can also count on as much as 1 GB of memory, although with no expansion possibility. Lastly, the phone is equipped with an alarm clock, calculator, currency converter, countdown timer, stopwatch and internal organizer.

Entertainment and multimedia

With this cell phone, users can enjoy, besides polyphonic ringtones, also melodies in MP3, WMA and AAC format. Playback of MPEG-4 video clips is also provided. The model is not equipped with an AM/FM radio, while it supports Java technology (J2ME), which allows the use of new games, in addition to those already included, also via download from the WAP network. Samsung SGH-X830 has a built-in camera with an effective resolution of 1.3 Megapixel, located on the back of the device. It is capable of capturing good quality photographs, with a resolution that can reach up to 1280x1024 pixels. The device is also equipped with flash and digital zoom. Lastly, it also provides the ability to record video clips in 3GP format.