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Samsung Galaxy Indulge review

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Samsung Galaxy Indulge
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6.7/10
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The Samsung Galaxy Indulge currently has an Informr score of 6.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 4 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Samsung Galaxy Indulge is an Android-powered horizontal slider that fills the meaty middle of the Galaxy product line. The 3.5-inch display generates 320 x 480 pixels, and the 1000MHz Hummingbird processors keeps things moving along without delay.

The Galaxy Indulge offers a 3.2MP camera with auto-focus and video capture, MP3 player, video playback, full internet browser and built-in support for Facebook and Twitter.

Add in GPS, Bluetoth 3.0, Wi-Fi and expandable memory up to 32GB, and the Samsung Galaxy Indulge fills the mid-tier position well.

The Galaxy Indulge offers a talk time up to three hours and a standby time up to 300 hours.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1 GHz
Processor
Processor
1 GHz
3.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.5"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1500 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Phonedog
Phonedog

All I've been able to say about the Indulge is 'wow'. Even the camera made me say 'wow', though it wasn't in a good way. In all honesty though, the great processor and 4G are really what make this phone. The physical keyboard was alright and the camera did its job, but the speed of the device, not j...

- Sydney Arnold, Phonedog
Laptop Mag
Laptop Mag

For those who want 4G service but hate being locked into an expensive two-year contract, the $399 Samsung Indulge on MetroPCS' network is worth a look: Not only do you get next-gen data speeds, you're paying a lot less than you would with the major carriers over two years. Unfortunately, you'll have...

- Kenneth Butler, Laptop Mag

Wish the font's were larger, and the processsor a little faster; but not a bad phone.
Cnet
Cnet

With strong specs and good call quality, the Indulge is arguably MetroPCS' best phone, but the weak battery life is a disappointment.

- Jessica Dolcourt , Cnet
PC Magazine
PC Magazine

The Samsung Galaxy Indulge is the most powerful handset you'll find on MetroPCS. But you can get better bang for your buck

- Sascha Segan, PC Magazine


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Common Questions


We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Samsung Galaxy Indulge user manual here.


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


If your Galaxy Indulge 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
3.5"

The Samsung Galaxy Indulge's screen size is 3.5 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1 GHz

There is a Samsung Hummingbird 1 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
2 GB

Internal memory is 2 GB. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1500mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1500 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time.

Galaxy Indulge Specs

Overview
Release Date February 9, 2011
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor Samsung Hummingbird 1 GHz
Internal Storage 2 GB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.65 W/kg
Body: 0.86 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EV-DO Rev. 0, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Brightness control, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
VGA (640 x 480 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.5 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1500 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.7 x 6.1 x 1.6 cm (4.6 x 2.4 x 0.6 in)
Weight 153 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM, Yahoo, Windows Live, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Swype
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung R910
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