Samsung a737 Red Phone (AT&T)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 2 x 0.4 inches ; 3.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0012DAA40
• Item model number: A737
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #13,978 in Cell Phones & Service (See Bestsellers in Cell Phones & Service)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Joining its clamshell A717 and candybar A727 cell phone brethren, Samsung and AT&T introduce the A737 in a compact slider format. Like its predecessors, the A737 can access AT&T's dual-band HSDPA/UMTS high-speed 3G network, which makes it easy to download music purchased from AT&T Mobile Music, stream tunes from Napster and eMusic, and watch video streamed from CNN and Comedy Central via AT&T's Cellular Video. It also supports AT&T's Video Share service, which offers a one-way video stream during a mobile-to-mobile phone call. Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera with video recording capabilities, Bluetooth connectivity with stereo music streaming, compatibility with popular instant messaging services, and MicroSD memory card expansion.

Enjoy fast 3G multimedia streaming capabilities on the slim slider Samsung A737.

AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T's 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the UMTS 850/1900 network (also known as WCDMA), making it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services with speeds up to 3.6 Mbps. It also gives AT&T the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services.

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it's fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go.

With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Video Share service, which enables you to send a live, one-way video stream to another compatible phone during a standard voice call. The service also allows you to switch the direction of the video stream during the same phone call. (Customers must be in an area served by the company's 3G network and have a Video Share-enabled phone.)

It's also packed with multimedia streaming and download capabilities. AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. And you get access to AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the, access the Napster subscription music service, stream music video, discover what's playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what's hot with The Buzz music news portal. (A MEdia Max subscription bundle is recommended for accessing AT&T's Internet, video, and music services.)

The phone has a built-in web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's MEdia Net service enables you to receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more.

Phone Features
The A737 has a bright color TFT display that offers a 176 x 220-pixel resolution (with 262K colors). It has a 50 MB internal flash memory, and is expandable via MicroSD memory cards. The 1.3-megapixel camera can capture images up to 1280 x 1024 pixels, and it also offers a 2.6x digital zoom, multi-shot capability, and self-timer. You can also capture video clips up to 1 hour in length at 15 fps (frames per second). The integrated digital audio player is compatible with MP3, WMA, AAC and AAC+ formats.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 1.2), which includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and object push (OPP) for sending images and virtual business cards to other Bluetooth-enabled devices. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server.

In addition to voice calls, text messaging, and MMS capability, the phone also ships with a built-in email client with support for POP3, SMTP and IMAP4 protocols (as well as the ability to view attachments such as PDFs and Word documents). You can also connect via instant messaging (IM) services such as Windows Live, Yahoo!, and AOL. T9 predictive text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for entering text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users. The A737 also comes stock with a built-in WAP 2.0 web browser for downloads and mobile web browsing via MEdia Net. Other features include:

• 50 MB internal flash memory, with MicroSD expansion
• Up to 1000 phonebook contacts, each with up to 5 numbers and 2 email addresses per contact
• USB 2.0 wired connectivity with mass storage capability
• 64-chord polyphonic ringtones and MP3 ringtones (with support for WMA and AAC)
• Voice memo recording up to 1 hour in length
• Hearing aid compatibility: T4/M4 rating
• TTY compatibility
• Java support for applications and games
• Personal organizer (calendar, calculator, alarm)

Vital Statistics
The Samsung A737 weighs 3.16 ounces and measures 3.9 x 1.9 x 0.6 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3 hours of talk time, and up to 250 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as 850/1900 WCDMA (3G) frequencies.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice Phone, But Too Hot To Handle, August 3, 2008

By	Lizwel "lover of arts" (Baton Rouge, LA) - See all my reviews

When I first recieved my Samsung A737 I was so excited. I loved the color, and I loved the functions of the phone. The battery had good life, and the speaker phone was clear, something that's a must for me on a cell phone. But after about a week I noticed that the phone would get real hot to the touch when I was talking on it for about five or more minutes. It wasn't a warm feeling, but a hot almost burning touch to my hand. I returned the phone and recieved a replacement. I felt good about the replacement thinking that it would be better, that maybe the original phone had a defect. But after a few days I began having the same problem with the replacement phone.
So now I have taken the sim card out of the Samsung A737 and placed it into my Nokia phone, and it works well. The Nokia does not get hot, even after I charge the battery for a long time.
I really hate that this has happened, because I really liked the Samsung A737.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars My Samsung A737 Review, July 19, 2008

By	Moses Wogu "Moe" (Harrisburg, PA) - See all my reviews

My review for Samsung 737

Here it what I liked about this phone:
1. Very cool design (it comes in Red/Blue/or White)
2. The speakers are great. When listing to my MP3 songs through the phone's speakers, the sound is clear and loud. Very impressive.
3. The screen is clear and very sharp. No problems trying to read the screen during the day and/or direct sunlight.
4. There are many options that this phone offers, more than any other phones I've owned in the past.


What I didn't like.

1. Keys are too small for TM. I have normal sized fingers, but it was a pain to TM friends. I kept pushing the wrong letters. I believe that's the case because the phone is rather small to start with.

2. Batter life is horrible! If using to listen to music or take pictures, a full battery will last you no more than 2 hours. I was not impressed. Even just using the phone as intended, the batter will last 2 days.

3. The phone's reception is ok, not great. I continue to have dropped calls which was not the case with my other phone.

4. The camera is really useless. There is no flash and the pictures, even as a high resolution setting, the pictures are not good. Most pictures were too dark or fuzzy. I don't use this phone's camera for pictures.



Conclusion: Overall it's an OK phone, and if you're looking for a phone that looks good and makes phone calls, this will work for you. If you TM on a regular bases and like to take pictures, this is not the phone for you.

Sincerely,

Moe

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Teeny Slider, May 4, 2008

By	Annabelle Bohol "Aissanch" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It's about 3 -1/2" long, 1-1/2" wide, 1/2" thick. It's in a deep red color, deeper than the photo's. Its casing is not made in rubber like the nokia 5210 (which was what I thought). It's all made of metal casing which is great! It's sleek and teeny. If you have big hands/ fingers, you might find texting on this phone a little testy. But, it's very easy to navigate. I think most GSM and 3G phones are very user friendly nowadays anyway. You won't have any need to even read the manual. I only checked mine for the initial charging instructions. Speaking of which..

Battery life is not that good though. Out of the box, I fully charged it before turning it on and using it. The charge only lasted 20 hours. Talk time total was approximately a little less than 2 hrs. And the usual tinkering of a new phone (IM activated). The next time, I waited for 2 low battery signals before charging it & a full batt lasted me just the same amount of talk time the previous day plus the same amount of tinkering usage. I will calibrate (drain completely before charging) in a week's time as I just got the phone 2 days ago.

All in all, I'm giving it 3.5 stars (sorry no half stars on the rating thing). The screen is great and the picture quality is crisp, considering it's only 1.3 megapixels. Better than my old phone (N75, which had 2megapixels). The applications are at par with the new handsets too. The only downside is if you're a heavy caller. Some people say their batteries last 2-3 days, maybe that's if they only use SMS or IMing and not much calling.