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Samsung Intensity SCH-U450 Phone, Red (Verizon Wireless)

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Brand: Samsung
Category: Wireless

List Price: ~~$199.99~~
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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

7 reviews
Sales Rank: 1,536

Color: Silver
Media: Wireless Phone
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0

Model: SCHU750HAV
UPC: 635753480382
ASIN: B0034G6466

Release Date: April 15, 2008
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Features:

•	Feature-packed messaging phone with slide-out QWERTY keyboard, threaded messaging display, colorful 2.1-inch display
•	Access V CAST Music with Rhapsody service (subscription and PC downloads); GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
•	1.3-megapixel camera for still photos; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD expansion to 16 GB; digital audio player; access to instant messaging and personal email
•	Up to 5 hours of talk time, up to 300 hours (12.5 days) of standby time
•	What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, quick reference guide

Accessories:

Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset [Retail Packaging]

PowerMate Universal Car Charger with 7 Adaptors

Wireless Solutions Casefor Samsung SCH-U450 (Red)

Samsung U450 Intensity Holster with swivel Belt Clip

Plantronics Voyager 520/V521 Bluetooth Headset (Blue)

Key Features

CDMA 1xRTT data network
GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
2.1-inch display with horizontal slide-out, four-row QWERTY keypad featuring dedicated Messaging key and Favorites key for easy texting and calling (Learn more)
1.3-megapixel camera for still photos with Night Shot, Self Timer, Multishot and Shutter Sound functions (Learn more)
Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity with stereo music streaming (A2DP) capabilities as well as hands-free headsets and car kits (Learn more)
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB
Digital audio player enables you to create and manage playlists right on the phone; compatible with MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC/AAC+ formats
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
Full messaging capabilities including Mobile IM; Mobile e-mail; Chat; and text, picture, and voice messaging
Organizer tools include calendar with scheduler, note pad, alarm clock, world clock, calculator (basic, tip and converter) and stop watch
Voice commands including Voice Dial, Menu Readout, Digital Dial Readout, TXT Message Readout, Call Announcement, My Verizon, and Help
Mobile Web browser for Internet access
Media Center-capable for downloadable games, ringtones, wallpapers, and more

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Intensity weighs 3.53 ounces and measures 4.25 x 2.08 x 0.65 inches. Its 960 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 300 hours (12.5 days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies and 1xRTT data frequency. Learn more about this phone's technical specifications below.

With a full slide–out QWERTY keyboard, this phone is a text messenger's dream (see larger pop-up image).

Verizon Wireless Services

VZ Navigator Capable: With this GPS-enabled phone, you'll be able to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps. Additional subscription charges applicable.
V CAST Music with Rhapsody: Access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks, which delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. For a monthly fee (billed on your Verizon Wireless bill), you can load and reload your subscription songs from your PC to your V CAST Music with Rhapsody phone as often as you want, and take your music on the go.
On PCs running the Windows XP or higher operating system, you can also browse, preview and purchase music using the V CAST Music with Rhapsody software, which is available as a free download from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody download website. Additional subscription charges applicable.
NOTE: Over-the-air downloads are not supported with this phone.

Learn More

The Samsung Intensity Messaging Phone

The Samsung Intensity has a 2.1-inch display (176 x 220-pixel resolution, 262K color depth) that sits above the phone's navigation area with send/end keys, two soft navigation keys, and a round navigation pad. The front of the face includes a standard alpha-numeric keypad that's great for quick text messaging as well as dialing numbers. A four-row full QWERTY keyboard slides out from the left side of the phone, enabling easier typing for longer messages.

The phone has a small internal memory that's expandable via optional microSD/microSDHC (High Capacity) memory cards up to 16 GB in size. The internal phonebook can store up to 1000 contacts with multiple numbers per entry as well as support for picture and ringer ID. Other calling features include embedded ringtones, vibrating alerts (with silent mode), speed dialing capabilities.

Snap Photos on the Go

You'll be able to shoot still images wherever you roam with the Intensity's 1.3-megapixel camera on the back of the phone (no video capture capabilities included). You can choose from one of six resolution options (1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120, and 128 x 96 pixels) as well as get closer to the action with up to a 10x digital zoom (available depending on resolution selection). Other features include a dedicated camera key, brightness and white balance (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, and Fluorescent) adjustments , color effects, multi-shot capabilities (Series, Divided), self-timer, and multiple sound effects.

Wireless Freedom with Bluetooth

In addition to the integrated hands-free speakerphone, this phone provides the latest version of Bluetooth connectivity--version 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), which makes pairing with an optional headset as well as other Bluetooth-enabled devices a snap. It includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and phonebook access. And with the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones.

Technical Specifications

TTY Compatible
In Case of Emergency (ICE) contacts
Hearing Aid Compatibility Rating = M4
2.5mm headset jack
Over–the–air downloadable software upgrades
Bilingual Interface: English/Español

Customer Reviews:

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wonderful phone! March 26, 2010
Vinae Reeves
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

This sure is a great phone. It has so many wonderful features. It came with a bluetooth and a corded earphone. It also came with a belt clip holder, and chargers for both the phone and the bluetooth.. This is such a great deal. I got it through verizon at Costco. It can do so many functions including texting, photos, email, ect. I would recommend this phone to anyone.

5 out of 5 stars

great phone May 14, 2010
Mary Jo Weiss
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

I love this phone. I had the LG enV touch and absolutly hated it, i had to replace it twice before i decided to switch to this phone. On my old phone it unlocked really easialy unlocked and called people on its own (the touch screen also had ceased)and this one doesnt have any of those problems. I love everything about it, the way it's so simple yet up to date technology wise is amazing. the only bad thing about this phone that if it's locked and you get a text message, it unlocks for awhile, which could result in butt-dialing. But other than that its Amazing!

5 out of 5 stars

This phone is awesome!!!!!! March 29, 2010
S. Hodges (Reno, Nevada)
5 out of 7 found this review helpful

This is the best texting phone. Originally, I was going to get the LG Chocolate TOUCH but its not the best phone. I think this is the best phone I've ever had. It has a ton of stuff on it, plus the camera is super clear so I can take alot of pictures!!!!!! I also like how the charger has a cord so you can plug it into your computer and put music on the phone!!!!!!! I would definitely recommended this phone to anyone!!!!!!

4 out of 5 stars

Samsung Intensity (Verizon Wireless) April 7, 2010
Holland Green (Seattle, WA USA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful

The Samsung Intensity is a pretty good phone.

Features: Although this phone is not a smart phone, it has all the basic features you would expect out of a phone. This phone is able to play Music over bluetooth if you have a device that supports this. I use this feature on my Volk-L system in my car. The bluetooth stereo support isn't always the clearest sound though (although this may be just my radio that is the problem). Also I use Zune, and it is nice that I can just copy and paste my music to my phone (using the included USB charger/data cable). The phone has "Word" or I think it is called "T9" for quick txts. Which if you are used to that form of txting, it very well could be quicker than using the keyboard. The keyboard is nice (it feels nice in your hand), but the keys are not very intuitive (meaning, the keys don't always feel like they are in the places they should be). I would imagine (like anything) after getting used to the keyboard it won't be so bothersome. I would give it 5/5 on features (with the expectation that whoever is buying this is NOT expecting a smart phone).

Battery life: I would only say that the battery is 3/5 stars. It surely isn't the worst battery I have ever used, but if you are actively using the phone for txting (which is likely since it is a txting phone) the battery drains relatively fast. It will probably only last you till the end of the day with constant use (and that might be stretching it). If you leave the phone alone in your pocket the battery may last for a day and a half, but it would still be smart to charge it every time you go to bed (cause the phones buttons do get pressed in your pocket, and it will cause the screen to light up, draining battery life).

Call Sound: For call sound I would rate this phone 3.5/5. The call sound is decent enough. I can hear what the people are saying, but sometimes it is not very clear. It does get crackly at times, and sometimes it can seem quiet. It definitely isn't as good as my LG Accolades sound was. But despite the not as good quality it is still bearable. I would just give the phone a "C" rating on sound. Also I'm not sure if it has speakerphone on it, but if it does it isn't as intuitive to find this option (meaning, it isn't an easy option to find).

"Make up" quality: The phone appears to be very sturdy. Although I haven't dropped the phone yet, it feels as though it wouldn't break on the first few drops. Also since it was an almost free phone it wouldn't be too much of an issue if it did break. I give the "Make up" quality a 5/5.

Design: The phone design has its goods and bads. First impression of the phone is that it is very stylish. It is truely a nice looking phone. After examining a few things about the phone you immediately notice that the phone looks REALLY slippery and easy to drop. So a suggestion would be to search on here (Amazon) and get a new rubberized backing for the phone if you are concerned about dropping it (I'm not... But you may?). The next thing you notice after how slippery the phone is, the keyboard. The keyboard although it has a nice feel, just doesn't seem intuitive enough. The last thing you might notice, is that when reviewing the phone you realized that they said it had a micro SD card slot. And now you are starting to wonder "Where the heck is that slot?". Well at that moment you try and open the battery backing (which is a pain in the butt if you don't have long finger nails), and then you see it directly under the cover. Now you ask yourself the question.... "Why wouldn't they make a slot in the backing for the SD card? It's almost as if they forgot to or something?" It is in a perfectly easy place to do this, but they just decided not to? Oh well. Overall for a design I would give it a 3.75/5, a C plus (can I do that?). It has a nice sleek design, but it could be made less slippery, the keyboard layout could be better, and an SD card slot access (without having to remove the backing) would be nice. Other than those flaws, I really like the design.

Call Reception: Call reception seems to be 5/5. Everywhere I've been has had good reception. I have even taken it up in the middle of the woods and have had reception (which is speaking highly of a phone that doesn't have an antenna in my opinion).

Overall Rating: 25.25/30 or 84% or B. I think the phone is a generally good phone. It isn't the best phone in the world, but most certainly not the worst. If you are looking for a decent phone (that doesn't require the new data package plan) this would be a good choice.

Hope this helped you guys out.

4 out of 5 stars

Very good basic phone -- excellent voice quality and usability May 4, 2010
Mahlers2nd
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I recently re-evaluated my cell phone needs and plans and decided to go from a full smart phone to phone that was more of... well, a phone. My old phone was a samsung and I liked it because it had the separate qwerty keyboard and numeric keyboard which was great for texting and typing. Also, it was very well built and decent sound quality. The physical ergonomics of the Samsung Intensity was very similar to my old phone so I decided to give this a try.

I'm struck by how small the phone is compared to my previous Samsung brick. I agree with many reviewers that say that it is very slippery to hold so you might want to get a skin to hold it more securely. The build quality of the phone is decent -- particularly for this price point. Call quality is very good on both ends -- much better than my previous Samsung which is at least 2 years old. The speaker phone is very loud and decent quality.

There are some things I'm not wild about:

Cons:
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__ battery life - very poor especially compared to the limited functionality. My cell phone was charged but turned off
_______ in my purse and within 48 hours, the battery was totally drained. This is not good. Of course, the phone does not
_______ come with a car charger.

__ software interface - while I love the separate numeric keyboard and qwerty keyboard, the software interface is clunky and
_______ difficult to navigate. My old phone was a Windows Mobile OS and this phone has a proprietary software interface
_______ which can only tolerate limited customizations. Definitely not a useful email, calendar tool set.

I'm probably going to return it and go back towards the smartphone range. However, if you want a good basic phone with good voice and texting capability, this will do well for you. It would be good as a kids first phone since it seems relatively sturdy -- just get some sort of case for ease of holding and protection.

It is a good phone -- just a bit more basic than I wanted -- even though I really thought all I wanted was "just a phone".

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