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Samsung Reality review

6.8/10 AVG.
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The Samsung Reality currently has an Informr score of 6.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
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Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1080 mAh
Battery

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The Samsung Reality U820 is a worthy competitor to the LG enV3 VX9200, as both are mid-level QWERTY messaging phones, but the Reality adds to it a 3” touchscreen, TouchWiz 2.0 UI with widgets and 3 home screen pages, and has better integration with social networking sites. Both the call qu...

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

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Screen Size
3"

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

There is a 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
100 MB

Internal memory is 100 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 16 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1080mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1080 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time, 300 minutes.

Samsung Reality Specs

Overview
Release Date April 19, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage 100 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.99 W/kg
Body: 0.67 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, 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
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 16 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 3+ Megapixels
Zoom
 9x digital
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Parameters
 VGA (640 x 480 pixels), up to 10 minutes
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
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 1080 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 300 minutes
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Piano Black, City Red
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.7 x 5.3 x 1.6 cm (4.2 x 2.1 x 0.6 in)
Weight 114 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
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 1000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: Unknown
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Viewable document types: DOC, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SCH-U820
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