Samsung's answer to the Motorola Q is here, and it's got all the features folks need to stay productive on the go. With Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone Edition software, a thin profile, and a big color screen, this device is the perfect choice for professionals who want to stay on top of their game. The SGH-i320N lets you do things you'd typically need a PC to do, like email, text messaging, instant messaging and web browsing-- all from one integrated phone. What's more, the phone's software is designed to sync seamlessly with email, contacts and calendar information on your PC. The i320N also offers great mobile music and video options, thanks to Windows Media Player.
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Design
The i320N goes with a tried and true design that makes it easy to communicate at a moment's notice. The large, 320 x 240 screen supports 65,000 colors, while a QWERTY keyboard just below the screen makes typing out emails, SMS messages, notes, presentations, and more a breeze. A five-way selection button allows you to navigate and control the Windows Mobile interface, while soft keys on either side of the selection button make it easy to quickly access important phone and productivity functions -- all of which make the i320N a snap to use one-handed. A microSD/TransFlash memory card for expanding the i320N's 120 MB of built in memory is located under the battery. Connectivity is provided by USB, infrared, and Bluetooth. You'll also find stereo speakers, a speakerphone, and a 1.3-megapixel camera with video capture capability, which is housed on the rear of the device.
Calling Features
The i320N has all the latest calling features folks have come to expect from a high-end handset. The built-in speakerphone makes it easy to talk without having the phone to your ear. Speaker independent voice activated dialing makes calling your friends, family and associates as easy as saying their names, while the phone's Bluetooth connectivity means that your favorite Bluetooth headset is fully compatible. A ringer and picture ID system makes it easy to identify your most common callers.
Messaging, Internet, and Tools
The i320N is designed as a complete solution for people who want to bring their office with them. The unit comes packed with mobile versions of Outlook, Internet Explorer and MSN Messenger. Outlook Mobile features integrated calendar and email functions, as well as a contacts list that is cleverly integrated with the phone's dialing functions. Robust SMS and MMS functionality is built into the Windows Mobile interface, too.
Microsoft's ActiveSync software keeps the device synced with all of your PC's Outlook information (via Bluetooth, USB, or IR connection). Users who want high-speed EDGE data connectivity on the road with their laptop or PDA can select a carrier data service and tap the SDA's wireless modem capabilities.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the i320N, including a voice memo recorder, a calculator, a to-do list, and an alarm clock. T9 predictive text entry technology is also included.
Imaging and Entertainment
In addition to the 1.3-megapixel still camera, the i320N is capable of recording video clips to its built-in memory, or to the memory expansion card. The inclusion of Windows Media Player on the i320N opens up a whole range of possibilities for this phone. Use it as a digital music player, or sync the device with Windows Media Player on your PC to download last night's TV shows so you can watch them whenever you want. Or watch streaming content from the Web. For gamers, the phone supports Java-based and Windows Mobile game downloads.
Vital Statistics
The Samsung SGH-i320N weighs 3.35 ounces and measures 4.37 x 2.32 x 0.45 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.3 hours of digital talk time, and up to 140 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900/1800/1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.
