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Samsung Seek review

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5.5/10
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The Samsung Seek currently has an Informr score of 5.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 46 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.6"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
1150 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Macnn
Macnn

The Seek is a lot of phone for only $20 (albeit after a rebate). The built-in social media, messaging, em-ail, and Internet applications are all designed well for the tiny profile. If you need a simple, affordable Sprint phone that has a few key advanced capabilities, the Seek is a great choice; it'...

- Kelcey Lehrich, Macnn
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

A fine device for what it is. It has some drawbacks such as a subpar music player and no navigation, but this phone is aimed at a market that likely isn’t driving yet and already owns an iPod.

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena
Mobile Tech Review
Mobile Tech Review

Today’s young mobile phone users center their needs on messaging and social networking, and an inexpensive QWERTY phone with an easy to use interface and full messaging and social networking is a good place to start. If you don’t need a smartphone or multimedia services tied to 3G, the S...

- Tong Zhang, Mobile Tech Review
Cnet
Cnet

Even though we typically associate the touch-screen interface with smartphones and high-end feature phones, there are midrange devices that offer it as well. Take the Samsung Seek from Sprint, for example. Billed as a simple messaging phone with a social networking bent, the Seek comes with a decent...

- Nicole Lee, Cnet
PC Magazine
PC Magazine

In short, the Seek isn't all that powerful, but it offers a good mix of standard features at a low price. The LG Rumor Touch, our current Editors' Choice on Sprint, also has a subpar Web browser, and it lacks an IM client. But the Rumor Touch features a larger 3-inch touch screen, a larger five-row...

- PC Magazine


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Common Questions


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


If your Seek 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
2.6"

The Samsung Seek's screen size is 2.6 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
1+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 1+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1150mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1150 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time, 240 minutes.

Samsung Seek Specs

Overview
Release Date May 3, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage No
RAM 128 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.08 W/kg
Body: 1.31 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
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 2.6 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1150 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 240 minutes
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Cool Blue, Scarlet
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.4 x 5.1 x 1.5 cm (4.1 x 2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 111 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 QWERTY
Navigation Type D-pad, Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, Yahoo, Windows Live
ROM: 256MB
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 600
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Domino
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SPH-M350, Samsung Entro M350
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