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Samsung I5700 Galaxy Portal review

Samsung I5700 Galaxy Portal
 
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Verdict:

Despite a lower spec camera and less storage, the Galaxy Portal is a better smartphone than the original Galaxy, and is available free on a £20-per-month contract

Review Date: 1 Jul 2010

Price when reviewed: £247

Supplier: http://www.handtec.co.uk

Reviewed By: Barry de la Rosa

Our Rating 4 stars out of 5

User Rating 4 stars out of 5

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Part Code I5700 Galaxy Portal
Review Date 1 Jul 2010
Price £247
Rating **** stars out of 5
Award Budget Buy

Hardware

Main display size 3.2in
Native resolution 320x480
Second Display No
CCD effective megapixels 3-megapixel
Video recording format 3GP (H.263, MPEG4)
Connectivity Bluetooth, USB, WiFi
GPS yes
Internal memory 180MB
Memory card support microSDHC
Memory card included 1024MB
Operating frequencies GSM 850/900/1800/1900, 3G 900/2100
Wireless data EDGE, HSDPA
Size 115x57x13mm
Weight 124g

Features

Operating system Android 2.1
Microsoft Office compatibility none
Email client POP3/IMAP/Exchange
Audio format support MP3, AMR, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+
Video playback formats 3GP, MPEG4
FM Radio no
Web Browser Webkit
Accessories headset, data cable, charger
Talk time 6.2 hours
Standby time 14.2 days
Tested battery life (MP3 playback) 16h 46m

Buying Information

SIM-free price £247
Price on contract £20-per-month, 18-month contract
SIM-free supplier www.handtec.co.uk
Contract/prepay supplier www.t-mobile.co.uk
Details www.samsung.com/uk
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