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- Reviewed on: 01/05/2004
- Updated on: 02/03/2003
- Released on: 01/01/2003
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| Beam me up: There's an IR port, but you can't use it to send pictures. | Samsung's version is smaller than other camera/phone hybrids. |
On the side of the phone, you'll find a headset jack, an IR port, and two volume-control buttons, which can be used to scroll through the V205's menus. When the phone's closed, there's a translucent strip that can be set to light up various colors--or not at all. Once you flip open the phone, you'll appreciate that you can choose between a list-type or an icon-driven menu interface. The keypad is similar to the one found on other Samsung models such as the S105 and the A460, which we prefer since it keeps misdials to a minimum. Above the keypad is a four-way rocker key for maneuvering through the V205's menus and a button in the middle that launches the T-Zone services. While that's convenient, we kept mistaking it for an OK/Enter button.The V205 has all the features you'd expect, including caller ID, conference calling, voicemail, text messaging, an alarm, a 500-name internal phone book (you can store more names and numbers on the SIM card), a calendar, a calculator, a to-do list, a currency converter, and wireless Web access, as well as Spanish, English, and French menus. There are three games, 25 polyphonic ring tones, a vibrate mode, and a couple of wallpaper options onboard. If you opt for the T-Zone services, you can download additional ring tones, pictures, wallpaper, and games, as well as send e-mail and chat with friends via AIM.
 Candygram: Send sweet pictures to friends. |
 Candid camera: Take pictures on the sly. |
There's one other quirk: The V205 has an IR port, but you can't use it to send or receive pictures. While sending an image via IR would be a sluggish affair, we think it should at least be an option, especially when you consider that the Nokia 3650 supports this feature.We tested the tri-mode (GSM 900/1800/1900) world phone using T-Mobile service in San Francisco and found call quality to be good overall. Callers said we sounded clear, and we heard them just fine.
 Charging options: Use the extra battery or compact travel charger to keep on chatting. |
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