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Samsung Mantra M340 review

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The Samsung Mantra M340 currently has an Informr score of 6 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2"
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP
Camera
Camera
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP
960 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

PC Magazine
PC Magazine

At $19.99, the Samsung Mantra SPH-M340 is a very cheap cell phone for Virgin Mobile's equally cheap PayLo prepaid plan. You don't get much for your money, but then again, you aren't really paying much to begin with. If you only need to make calls and are looking for a simple, inexpensive device, the...

- Alex Colon, PC Magazine
CNET
CNET

The Samsung Mantra offers a user-friendly phone with functional features, though its overall performance could be better.

- Kent German, CNET

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Samsung backs up the Mantra M340 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Mantra M340 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
2"

The Samsung Mantra M340's screen size is 2 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard VGA (640 x 480)+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
4 MB

Internal memory is 4 MB. No external card slot is available for expansion.
Battery
960mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 960 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time, 330 minutes.

Mantra M340 Specs

Overview
Release Date June 11, 2009
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage 4 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.93 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 VGA (640 x 480)+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Self-timer
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2 inches
Secondary Display Color LCD (STN), 96 x 96 pixels, 65k
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 960 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 330 minutes
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Flip
Colors Black, blue
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.7 x 4.7 x 1.8 cm (3.8 x 1.9 x 0.7 in)
Weight 95 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, MSN, Yahoo
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Any Key Answer: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 500
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: 5 numbers
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, SMTP
PC Synchronization: No
Java Application: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Timer, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SPH-M340
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