Mobile devices Toolkit

Samsung SGH-i640V review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D):	61x16x95 mm
Weight:	126 g
Form factor:	slider
Built-in devices:	camera

OS & software
Operating system:	Windows Mobile 6.0
Synchronisation software:	ActiveSync
Desktop software:	Outlook

Networks
2G:	GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G:	GPRS
3G:	3G, HSDPA

Memory
Memory expansion:	MicroSD
On-board memory:	150 MB

Display
Display type:	TFT
Display size:	2.4 in
Native resolution:	240x320 pixels
Colour depth:	16 bits

Messaging & data
Messaging services supported:	SMS, MMS
Internet browser:	Yes
Email client:	Yes
Email protocols supported:	POP3, SMTP, IMAP4
Java:	Yes

Connectivity / expansion
Wired connections:	USB
Wireless PAN:	Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Expansion slot:	microSD

Power
Battery type:	Li-ion
Talk time:	6 h
Standby time:	380 h

Miscellaneous
Accessories:	AC adapter, USB sync cable, headset , software CD, standard+extended batteries, battery charger

Phone
Ringtones:	real music
Vibrating alert:	Yes
Built-in phonebook:	yes
Calendar:	Yes
Alarm clock:	Yes
Voice dialling:	No
Voice recording:	Yes

Camera
Camera resolution:	2 megapixels

Overview

Samsung SGH-i640V

Read full review Rate this product

Editors rating: 7.0

Verdict

With 3G but no Wi-Fi, the SGH-i640V will not have universal appeal. The defining features of this Windows Mobile smartphone (its rotating navigation wheel, touch buttons, large size and idiosyncratic user interface) will also polarise opinion.

Typical price

£ 119

Video

Install Flash Player plugin

Find out more: Nokia releases 'point and...

Small Business: Growing Your Small Bus...

Small Business: Growing Your Small Business Blog – Community Blogs! Author: Eric Everson As most people know, in addition to being a mobile gadget guru, I am also passionate about... More

Linux on Netbooks - with PICTURES!

As this is the holiday season, and things are slow, I have finally taken the time to follow up on some very good advice that Jake gave me, and learn to produce blog entries with pictures.... More

3 comments

Mobile Broadband on Linux, Revisited

It has been nearly a year since I last wrote about using Mobile Broadband on Linux. I have recently acquired a new Huawei USB dongle, so I think it is time to revisit the subject.... More

9 comments