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Samsung SPH-A400

The Samsung SPH-A400
Guide Rating -  
Pros  • Nice design and large display
• GPS location services is a nice plus
• Good battery life
Cons  • Proprietary ringtones format limits possibilities
• No 1xRTT compatiblity
The Bottom Line - Perfect for those who need a phone with good features and don't have any special needs.

 
Product Description
• Technology support: CDMA
•  Dimensions: 5.0 x 1.8 x 0.8 inches
•  Flip phone with 4-level grayscale display
  Detailed features & Specifications
 
 
"A good mainstream phone"
Apart from it's 4 levels grayscale display and GPS-readiness, there's nothing quite special about the A400. It is well built, lightweight, nice looking and has a large display. It supports downloadable ringtones and graphics but only through the Sprint PCS paid "Ringers & More" service, which limits your possibilities.

I liked using the A400, especially for its nice design, but the not-so-special side of that phone makes it a basic choice for those with basic needs. The GPS function will let you get location-based information and help emergency services locate you if you call 911 but can't tell where you are. Later this year, Sprint PCS will launch the A460, a similar phone, but with an external LCD display and 1xRTT capability, the 3rd generation cellular technology that allows for faster data transfer speeds.

 
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