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Samsung Wave 525 review

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Samsung Wave 525
Samsung Wave 525
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6.5/10
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The Samsung Wave 525 currently has an Informr score of 6.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 1 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Samsung Wave 525 is a sleek and capable GSM candybar touchscreen offering a large, 3.2-inch 240 x 400 pixel capacitive display, running on the bada 1.1 OS. It features a 3.2MP camera with Geo-tagging and video record, MP3 player, FM radio, Dolfin 2.0 internet browser, and includes built-in support for Facebook and Twitter.

The Wave 525 supports location-based services via A-GPS, offers numerous email options/support, Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm headset jack and email support for multiple formats.

With an impressive talk time of up to 14.6 hours and an equally impressive standby time of up to 923 hours, the Samsung Wave 525 offers capability, versatility and quality in one attractive package.


Bada OS
Operating system
Operating system
Bada OS
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1200 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


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The Samsung Wave 525 is a decent low-end handset, mainly due to bada OS offering much built-in functionality that until recently was only reserved for the iOS/Android devices, like image editing and music recognition apps integrated into the platform. We still don’t have any pricing detail...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena


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Samsung backs up the Wave 525 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
3.2"

The Samsung Wave 525's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
100 MB

Internal memory is 100 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 16 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1200 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 22.5 days standby time, 840 minutes.

Wave 525 Specs

Overview
Release Date October 15, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 100 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.66 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 16 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
2x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Geotagging
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV, DivX
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 840 minutes
Standby Time Up to 22.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.0 x 5.5 x 1.2 cm (4.3 x 2.2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 100 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: OTA
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV, DivX
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM/RDS)
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung S5250, Samsung S5253
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