20 Oct 2009
The Samsung D780 is clad in a solid-bar styled casing in either light or dark silver colours. Dabbed with a few metal sections, this mobile phone is solid and sturdy to the touch while looking luxurious. It is part of Samsung's D-Range models, which include the Samsung D830, the Samsung D840 and the Samsung D900.

With the full measurements of 115 x 49.6 x 15.7 and weight of 108.5 grams, this handset makes an ideal hand-carried communication device. It has a TFT screen that measures 53.34 millimetres and displays wallpapers, screensavers and other graphics in 262,000 colours on 240 x 320 screen resolution. Right below the TFT screen is a navigation key that is smooth to operate, as well as a set of well spaced-out keys for text or numeric inputs. This handset is pre-installed with a set of polyphonic and MP3 ringtones that users can set for call or message alert purposes.

This handset is a tri-band mobile phone that works on GSM 900, GSM 1800 and GSM 1900. Its network coverage is dependent on its user's network provider. Users of the Samsung D780 may explore the World Wide Web and visit their favourite Web sites using its pre-installed WAP XHTML browser for Internet connectivity. In addition, this mobile phone enables users to transfer and share data with other compatible devices such as printers, scanners, laptops, personal computers and other handsets. This is made possible through its built-in USB slot. Users, however, may go for wireless file sharing through the Bluetooth with A2DP option offered by this handset. The GPRS technology that powers this communication gadget provides moderate speed for data transfer rates.

Also named as the Duos handset, Samsung D780 is best known for having dedicated slots that hold two different SIM cards. This allows users to receive and send messages or take and make calls with two mobile phone lines in one handy mobile phone.

This handset offers a variety of messaging features. It offers standard SMS or text messaging with Predictive Text facility, EMS or enhanced messaging and MMS or multimedia messaging service for users to share pictures. It also enables users to check their e-mail accounts and compose, receive or send e-mail messages.

This mobile phone also makes planning and scheduling hassle-free for its busy users. It has an organiser tool set consisting of a clock, an alarm clock, a phone book, a currency converter, a calculator, a stop watch, a calendar, a to-do list and a timer. This handset also comes with a Mobile Printing feature. Moreover, making and taking calls are easy with the built-in hands-free speaker.

While making a mark for practical use, the Samsung D780 is also equipped with entertainment capabilities. To please photo buffs, this handset has an integrated 2-Megapixel digital camera to capture instant photos. For superior photo outputs, this camera is armed with a flash to light up dark environments. Users may also tweak the camera settings to create photo effects. Besides taking still pictures, this pre-installed entertainment feature records video footages, which can be played on the handset in most widely accepted video formats. For utmost ease when used, this built-in photo and video device has a dedicated quick access button. Users may opt to store these videos and photos, or share them with their contacts through the handset's messaging services and connectivity options.

With the Samsung D780, music listening is convenient. This mobile phone comes with a music player that supports MP3 and ACC+ audio formats. For an alternative listening experience, users can tune in to their favourite FM radio stations through this handset. This mobile phone also does its thing to please game enthusiasts. It has a selection of embedded games in Java format that users can enjoy all day. It also supports downloading of games from the Internet.

This mobile phone has a memory card facility that can be expanded for users to store up to 2 Gigabytes of data. For a maximum of three hours, users may talk with their contacts using this handset. It also offers users up to 250 hours of standby time.

Users have criticised this mobile phone for its lack of Wi-Fi support and 3G connectivity. Others have also said that the earphone voice quality of this handset is not as clear as it should be. However, happy owners of the Samsung D780 contend that the handset's entertainment features are of optimum quality. It is also gaining praises for its dual SIM card capability.