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Samsung E1100

13 Sep 2009
Having the full measurements of 106 x 47 x 15.5 millimetres and tipping the scale at 70.2 grams, the Samsung E1100 is a mobile phone that addresses the basic needs of modern users. Clad in a black casing with hints of silver and grey accents, this handset flaunts a bar-shaped design. On its front part is a CSTN screen that measures 38.86 millimetres and features a 128 x 128 image resolution with 65,000 colours. It displays a menu layout that comes in simple grid design, and 5-way D-Pad navigation.

This mobile phone is a 2G-enabled device that covers GSM 900 and GSM 1800 network bands. It offers the customary messaging service in SMS format through which users can keep in touch with their contacts. The SMS messaging service is supported by T9 Predictive Text system, which assists users as their messages are being keyed in.

The Samsung E1100 comes with a set of built-in ringtones in MP3 format that may be assigned as call or text or message alerts. It also supports ringtones in polyphonic format which can be downloaded from the Internet. This handset also offers the vibration feature, which is useful for keeping users alerted of important messages or calls during situations where sound alerts are a no-no, such as office meetings and conferences.

This handset also allows users to access the World Wide Web with just a few clicks. Users may utilise the WAP 2.0 xHTML browser to land on their favourite Web sites and gain access to information or download files from the Internet. Powered by Class 10, 236.8 kbps EDGE technology and Class 10, 32 - 48 kbps GPRS system, this handset ensures that navigating the Internet and downloading files will come in speedier rates. Hence, users can expect this mobile phone to work to their advantage as they go online.

As its basic entertainment features, the Samsung E1100 comes with 1105T radio facility that allows users to check out their favourite music from their preferred radio stations. Moreover, this handset never bores its game-focused users with a set of embedded games, including the popular Sudoku.

This mobile phone offers a phone book with an internal memory that allows users to keep a maximum of 500 entries, and allows storage of multiple numbers under each entry. For ease in making or taking calls, this communication gadget also comes with a speakerphone, which can be activated by pressing the centre navigation button. It also offers the call log feature which allows users to record their calls. Specifically, it keeps track of 20 dialled, 20 missed and 20 missed calls. This handset is also equipped with 1Megabyte of internal memory.

Samsung also loaded the E110 handset with basic organiser features including a voice memo that rids users of the need for paper and pen to keep data or record reminders. It is also pre-installed with a useful flashlight on the topmost part of the handset to assist users in duller environments. It also has an organiser feature that assists users in managing their daily plans, schedules and appointments, as well as in keeping good track of significant dates. The Samsung E1100 also offers the Mobile Tracker feature.

Users will enjoy communicating with their contacts using this handset for up to 6 hours. With a fully charged standard Li-ion 750 mAh battery, this mobile phone is powers to last for approximately 250 hours in standby time.

In the advent of Smartphones, coupled by the flooding in of handsets that offer the most advanced features, the Samsung E1100 is getting the flak for its lack of glitz. Users are complaining of the absence of contemporary design, a basic camera or video recorder with full colour image viewing, and USB or Bluetooth connectivity options.

Despite the criticisms, this handset is pleasing users who want nothing less than what they need in a communication device. It also gaining praises from users for its simplistic appeal, a user interface that is fairly easy to navigate, as well as user-friendly buttons that come in just the right size. Happy users contend that this mobile phone is a must-have for those who want practicality at its best.