What is it: Slim and sexy touchscreen phone
What we think: While not quite an iPhone beater, the Tocco is still one of the slickest and most stylish touchscreen phones around
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 6 June 2008
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Tocco, Web pages, video calling, camera
We like:
Good touchscreen interface; cool widgets feature; 3G download speeds; good camera
We don't like:
No full onscreen keyboard; poor Web browser; interface can feel sluggish
Also known as:
Samsung Tocco F480; Samsung SGH-F480
CNET UK judgement:
The Tocco is a stylish handset with a wealth of features, including a 5-megapixel camera and HSDPA support. It's not quite an iPhone killer, but it's still one of the best touchscreen phones around
Full review:
When it comes to phones, buttons are out and touch sensitivity is most definitely in. Unfortunately, Samsung's previous touchscreen mobiles -- the Armani and F700 -- were slightly awkward to use. Continue Reading...
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