Typical price: £200
What is it: Ultrathin clamshell phone with a 2-megapixel camera
What we think: It's a very thin phone and it packs some decent features, but the keypad really lets it down
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 2 November 2006
Tags: samsung, slot, connectivity, section
We like:
Slim form factor; expandable memory slot, external OLED LCD display
We don't like:
Difficult to open quickly; keypad; lack of flash
CNET.co.uk judgement:
Samsung has really done well in the thinness stakes. It has managed to cram a whole bunch of features into an impressively compact package. Some sacrifices have had to be made, though, and the D830's keypad just isn't responsive enough. Unfortunately this ruins what might be a very enjoyable experience
Samsung D830 History
1 Aug 2006 in Crave
Samsung X820, D900 and D830: Mobirexia
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Posted by: Strange Visitor
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December 7, 2006
Posted by: Strange Visitor
"Simple and understated minimalist design packed with good features"
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