Samsung X830 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Andrew Lim

Reviewed on: 2 February 2007

Tags: Samsung, Samsung X830, camera, white balance, radio

We like:

Scroll wheel; 1GB on-board memory

We don't like:

Lack of expandable memory slot; narrow screen and keypad

CNET UK judgement:

The X830 is a passable MP3 player, but it's too narrow to use as a mobile phone. Texting and dialling aren't easy and the small screen makes using some of the functions difficult. The 1GB of on-board memory and scroll wheel make it worth checking out, but keep in mind that using it will take some getting used to

Full review:

The Samsung X830 looks like an MP3 player and works much like one too. As a music machine it's decent enough, with 1GB of memory enough for storing around 240 songs and an iPod-like scroll wheel on the front so that you can quickly search through tracks. But the innovative, flick-knife design means sacrifices have been made when using it as a phone. Continue Reading...