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Samsung E715 Mobile Phone Review

Company:

Samsung, www.samsung.com

Price:

Suggested retail price is $249.99 US.

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Getting Started

I have to admit that the first time I picked up the Samsung E715 phone that I was worried about the quality and usability. The phone was very light weight and it had an internal antenna. My past experience with some internal antennas has been horrible. The phone felt like a piece of plastic. These two features worried me the most. It is also these two features that turned out to be my most favorite aspects of this phone after using it for a week.

The E715 is a fantastic phone. The little bit of extra money you will pay are worth every penny. The menu options and functionality were the same as other Samsung models we have used in the past. So no surprises here. The external display has a black background. This turned out to be our least favorite part of this phone. Though it does aid in reading the time and date in any lighting condition, it just didn't feel pleasing to look at. The internal display is again very well done. The large size and clear colors and text are candy for your eyes. Because the antenna is internal, this phone folds up to be very compact. It slips nicely into a pocket or case, or on a belt clip. The lightweight design doesn't make this phone feel like it is going to fall apart either. It is sturdy and will take the normal use and abuse that any user puts it through.

Features and Specifications

Make a Fashion Statement

• The e715's sleek, fashionable design makes talking on your phone look all the rage again. The powerful internal antenna and dual displays only add to this star's appeal.

Capture the Color of Life

• Photo ops don't always happen under perfect conditions. Good thing the e715 is designed with plenty of adjustable settings. That way, you have the power to make every shot your own little work of art.
• Photo Sizes: VGA (640 x 480), QVGA (320 x 240), QQVGA (160 x 120), Mobile (128 x 128).
• Photo Quality: Super Fine, Fine, Normal, Economy.
• Flash.
• Digital Zoom.
• Brightness Adjustment.
• Multi-Shot: Six, nine or fifteen sequential shots.
• Effects: Change the color tone or add special effects.
• Frames: Select a variety of frames for an image.
• Brightness Adjustment
• External Photo Management Software (Easy GPRS as optional accessory).

Send Messages with Flair

• How do you like your messages? The e715 gives you three options: Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send text messages with pictures, Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS) lets you send animation and sound with text messages, and Short Messaging Service (SMS) lets you send text messages in a flash.

Games, Ringers, and Wallpapers

• With multiple Java-enabled games, wallpapers and polyphonic ringers that can play up to 40 rich tones per note already installed, you're good to go straight out of the box. Or, you can download games, ringers and wallpapers to customize your e715 even more.

World Wide Web

• With the e715, the entire world is virtually in your hand. Surf the web, play games, get email and more. And get it all on a brilliant 65,000 color TFT display.

Did Someone Call An Organizer

• Get a handle on your hectic life with the e715's built in Calandar, To Do List, Alarm Clock, Voice Memo, Calculator and Currency Exchange.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 3.5" x 1.8" x .9".
• Weight: 2.9 oz.
• Continuous digital talk time: up to 4 hours.
• Standby Time: up to 175 hours.
• Color: Titanium Blue and Silver.
• Main Display: 65,000 color TFT display.
• External Display: Displays caller ID and clock.
• Mode: Dual Band (900/1900 MHz).
• Wireless Protocol: GSM.
• Service Provider: T-Mobile.

Pros:

• Clear display
• Decent photo quality
• Sturdy despite it's lightweight feel
• Excellent internal antenna

Cons:

• Did not like the background color choice on the front face display

Adding It All Up

What can we say about the Samsung E715 phone? It's build like most Samsung products we've used. The menus and keys are well laid out. The phone is easy to use and looks and sounds great. Upgrade to the E715 and you will be happy with your choice!

Editor's Note

Because of its surprising outstanding quality and easiness to use, we are awarding the Samsung E715 Wireless Phone the UpgradAdvisor.com Recommended Upgrade seal of approval!!!

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