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Samsung Intercept review

7.7/10 AVG.
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The Samsung Intercept currently has an Informr score of 7.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1500 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Phone Scoop
Phone Scoop

The Samsung Intercept is a cute little Android phone, and one of the few with a full QWERTY keyboard.

- Philip Berne, Phone Scoop
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

With a little tweaking the Samsung Intercept is a very solid mid-range Android device.  While there are some disappointments such as the lower resolution screen and lack of Rev. A, the Intercept makes up for it with a good keypad and a comfortable overall design.  The Intercept is cert...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena

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

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Screen Size
3"

The Samsung Intercept's screen size is 3 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a Samsung S3C6410 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 10.5 days standby time, 384 minutes.

Samsung Intercept Specs

Overview
Release Date October 7, 2009
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor Samsung S3C6410
Internal Storage 2 GB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.72 W/kg
Body: 1.08 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. 0
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 3+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 up to 30 minutes
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1500 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 384 minutes
Standby Time Up to 10.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Steel Gray, Satin Pink
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.3 x 5.6 x 1.5 cm (4.5 x 2.2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 139 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Optical pad, Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Video Playback Formats: MPEG-4
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: WEP
Viewable document types: DOC, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SPH-M910
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