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How Good Is The Samsung t809? Find Out...

by Eric Bernatchez
for About.com

Samsung t809

The Samsung t809

This technical Samsung t809 review is based on a computer algorithm, it is not a live hands-on review. It lists its best and weakest sides so that you make an informed decision.

The Good:

  1. Technology: The Samsung t809 works with global frequencies of the GSM standard which is convenient if you travel overseas frequently. (Roaming charges from your home carrier generally apply) (score: 7/7)
  2. Phone Book: It can store a variable number of phone book entries. This is generally the case of phones with a dynamic memory and, it usually allows for a lot of phone numbers to be stored. (score: 20/20)
  3. Memory Expansion Slot: It features a memory expansion slot TransFlash, a convenient way to store more music and pictures or transfer them from and to your laptop computer. (score: 10/10)
  4. Speakerphone: It has a speakerphone, which will prove useful in a car or in other situations. (score: 10/10)
  5. Wireless Data System: Bluetooth-enabled, which is an interesting plus. Bluetooth is not really necessary but may be handy if you want to use a wireless headset or transfer data to or from your (Bluetooth-enabled) laptop, for instance. (score: 7/7)

The Average:

  1. Weight: Weighing 3.64 ounces is close to the average weight for today's phones. (score: 8/20)
  2. Camera: 1.3 megapixel camera included in this phone is considered a quite good camera. (score: 7/10)

The Not-So-Good:

  1. Talk Time: 180 minutes of talking time. I've seen better. (score: 8/20)
  2. Stand-by Time: 144 hours of stand-by time. I've seen better. (score: 8/20)

Overall Score: 89


* Look at these 3 phones. They ranked higher than the Samsung t809:
Sony Ericsson K610im (Score= 137)
Sony Ericsson k610i (Score= 130)
Sony Ericsson V630 (Score= 125)

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** Since manufacturers do not necessarily list technical specifications in full, some information may be missing. Thus, the script that computed that analysis may yield absurd results. If so, let me know by email.

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