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Samsung Flight review

6.5/10 AVG.
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6.5/10
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The Samsung Flight currently has an Informr score of 6.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 18 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.8"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.8"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
1000 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

The Samsung Flight was just released by Rogers and is one of their new “touchphones”. This is available for $49.99 on a 3-year contract and is just a notch up from an entry level device. The Flight has a number of great things going for it. First and foremost it has a 2.8 inch touch...

- Ian Hardy, Mobile Syrup
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

The combination of the touchscreen and QWERTY keyboard looks good on paper, but it doesn’t find a solid foundation in which direction to follow.

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena

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Samsung backs up the Flight with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Flight has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
2.8"

The Samsung Flight's screen size is 2.8 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
1+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 1+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
189 MB

Internal memory is 189 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1000 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 15 days standby time.

Samsung Flight Specs

Overview
Release Date October 5, 2009
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage 189 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.79 W/kg
Body: 0.7 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA 3.6
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 1+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Brightness control, Geotagging, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, Smile detection
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
 QVGA (320 x 240 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (STN)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.8 inches
Secondary Display
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1000 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 15 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Gray, Red
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.6 x 5.6 x 1.3 cm (4.2 x 2.2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 136 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack Other / proprietary
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type D-pad, Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: XT9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 2000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: 5 numbers, Email address
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, MP4, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Yes
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Currency Converter, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SGH-A797
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