Samsung Intensity SCH-U450 Phone, Black (Verizon Wireless)

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Samsung Intensity SCH-U450 Phone, Black (Verizon Wireless)
 
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Product Description

A feature-packed phone that keeps you conveniently connected to family, friends and business associates, the Samsung Intensity for Verizon Wireless features a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard for easy text and mobile instant messaging as well as email connectivity. This phone includes an integrated GPS receiver, which enables you to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions. And it's compatible with the V Cast Music with Rhapsody service, which allows you to side-load music downloaded from Rhapsody on your PC to an optional microSD memory card. See more details on optional Verizon Wireless services below.



The The Samsung Intensity's advanced messaging functions help you connect to family, friends and anyone else your thumbs can get hold of.
Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera for capturing still photos on the go, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, personal organizer tools, mobile Web browsing capabilities, bi-lingual interface (English and Spanish), and up to 5 hours of talk time.

Key Features

  • CDMA 1xRTT data network
  • GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
  • 2.1-inch display with horizontal slide-out, four-row QWERTY keypad featuring dedicated Messaging key and Favorites key for easy texting and calling (Learn more)
  • 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos with Night Shot, Self Timer, Multishot and Shutter Sound functions (Learn more)
  • Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity with stereo music streaming (A2DP) capabilities as well as hands-free headsets and car kits (Learn more)
  • Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB
  • Digital audio player enables you to create and manage playlists right on the phone; compatible with MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC/AAC+ formats
  • Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
  • Full messaging capabilities including Mobile IM; Mobile Email; Chat; and text, picture, and voice messaging
  • Organizer tools include calendar with scheduler, note pad, alarm clock, world clock, calculator (basic, tip and converter) and stop watch
  • Voice commands including Voice Dial, Menu Readout, Digital Dial Readout, TXT Message Readout, Call Announcement, My Verizon, and Help
  • Mobile Web browser for Internet access
  • Media Center-capable for downloadable games, ringtones, wallpapers, and more

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Intensity weighs 3.53 ounces and measures 4.25 x 2.08 x 0.65 inches. Its 960 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 300 hours (12.5 days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies and 1xRTT data frequency. Learn more about this phone's technical specifications below.



With a full slide–out QWERTY keyboard, this phone is a text messenger's dream.

Verizon Wireless Services

  • VZ Navigator Capable: With this GPS-enabled phone, you'll be able to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps. Additional subscription charges applicable.

  • V CAST Music with Rhapsody: Access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks, which delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. For a monthly fee (billed on your Verizon Wireless bill), you can load and reload your subscription songs from your PC to your V CAST Music with Rhapsody phone as often as you want, and take your music on the go.

    On PCs running the Windows XP or higher operating system, you can also browse, preview and purchase music using the V CAST Music with Rhapsody software, which is available as a free download from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody download website. Additional subscription charges applicable.

    NOTE: Over-the-air downloads are not supported with this phone.

Learn More


The Samsung Intensity Messaging Phone

The Samsung Intensity has a 2.1-inch display (176 x 220-pixel resolution, 262K color depth) that sits above the phone's navigation area with send/end keys, two soft navigation keys, and a round navigation pad. The front of the face includes a standard alpha-numeric keypad that's great for quick text messaging as well as dialing numbers. A four-row full QWERTY keyboard slides out from the left side of the phone, enabling easier typing for longer messages.

The phone has a small internal memory that's expandable via optional microSD/microSDHC (High Capacity) memory cards up to 16 GB in size. The internal phonebook can store up to 1000 contacts with multiple numbers per entry as well as support for picture and ringer ID. Other calling features include embedded ringtones, vibrating alerts (with silent mode), speed dialing capabilities.


Snap Photos on the Go

You'll be able to shoot still images wherever you roam with the Intensity's 1.3-megapixel camera on the back of the phone (no video capture capabilities included). You can choose from one of six resolution options (1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120, and 128 x 96 pixels) as well as get closer to the action with up to a 10x digital zoom (available depending on resolution selection). Other features include a dedicated camera key, brightness and white balance (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, and Fluorescent) adjustments , color effects, multi-shot capabilities (Series, Divided), self-timer, and multiple sound effects.


Wireless Freedom with Bluetooth

In addition to the integrated hands-free speakerphone, this phone provides the latest version of Bluetooth connectivity--version 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), which makes pairing with an optional headset as well as other Bluetooth-enabled devices a snap. It includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and phonebook access. And with the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones.


Technical Specifications

  • TTY Compatible
  • In Case of Emergency (ICE) contacts
  • Hearing Aid Compatibility Rating = M4
  • 2.5mm headset jack
  • Over–the–air downloadable software upgrades
  • Bilingual Interface: English/Español

Product Details

  • Feature-packed messaging phone with slide-out QWERTY keyboard, threaded messaging display, colorful 2.1-inch display
  • Access V CAST Music with Rhapsody service (subscription and PC downloads); GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
  • 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD expansion to 16 GB; digital audio player; access to instant messaging and personal email
  • Up to 5 hours of talk time, up to 300 hours (12.5 days) of standby time
  • What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, quick reference guide

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Customer Reviews

Excellent phone released September 8, 2009
 
Review Date: September 19, 2009
Reviewer: P. C. Farinella, New York, NY
This cell phone was released on September 8, 2009 by Samsung and Verizon, along with the Samsung Rogue. The phone is supposed to be 'entry level'. There is no annoying 'touch screen' that drains battery life and freezes screens, but instead, has old fashioned buttons. This phone also has a slide down keyboard for surfing the internet, texting and easily storing contact names/numbers. It also stores music and has a headphone jack to listen to your music. Most importantly, this cell phone has EXCELLENT reception, no dropped calls and very long battery life. I charged this phone after buying it and am on my 4th day with battery life to spare. The phone comes with a wall charger and USB cable for easy downloading of pictures taken with the 1.3 megapixel camera.

Note this phone does not come with a car charger so I went onto ebay and bought a Samsung OEM (Original Equipment) car charger for $7 which included shipping, go ebay!

For 75% of people in this world who have cellphones, most do not spent their days sending tons of text messages and surfing the internet on their painfully slow cellphone. We have desktops and laptops for that. This cellphone is perfect for someone who wants a sharp sleek phone, large bright screen with slide out keyboard and basic functions that a cellphone should have. I want my phone to have good reception and no missed calls. Samsung delivers with their latest technology. Entry level? I don't think. It's got everything that the kids today do (texting, surfing, bluetooth, etc.) except that this phone stresses the basics. The speakerphone is easy to use, the ringtone volume to vibrate is easily accessible on the side buttons of the phone. There are about 20 ringtones to choose from. The phone has alot of cool features including world time, tip calculator, regular calculator, conversion tool (inches to feet, liters to quarts, celsius to fahrenheit, etc.) The phone has a loud alarm clock. The wall charger plugs in very easily and charges the phone quickly. Did I mention the lcd screen is sharp, big and bright!

After the $50 mail-in-rebate, I ended up buying this phone for $19.99 plus tax, since I was due for a Verizon upgrade (new every 2). So for $20, this is the best deal out there. Yes, you can spend $200 on a "better" phone such as the Blackberry Storm but who the hell needs all of that when you're not going to spend an extra $15 a month for a data plan. This phone has all of that anyway. This phone is so small, it discreetly fits in my front shirt pocket at work. You cannot do that with a blackberry or LG Dare.

Great phone, comes in two colors (black/gray and red), the latest out there as of September 2009. It will only set you back $20. I highly recommend.

New Owner Loves It
 
Review Date: February 28, 2010
Reviewer: Billy Rubin,
I have had this phone for about two weeks now and even though I am still going through the adjustment period, I have concluded I love this phone. This is my first phone with a QWERTY keyboard and so that took some getting used to. The keys are VERY small but I am able to use them with a little more focus than usual. I write this off to just getting used to it. I like the fact that so much of the phone is adjustable for my personal liking. The menus are quite flexible although I wish I was able to get a few more options on the "directional menu" selection. (e.g. I'd like to press one button to get to the calculator function instead of the 3-4 it takes). The battery has proven to be long lasting although I need to balance this with the fact that this is a new battery.
Overall, I really like this phone and am very happy with it.


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Good Phone, decent features!
 
Review Date: June 2, 2010
Reviewer: Sanya E. Zeno-turner, Cleveland,TN
I've had this phone for a few months. It was received for another replacement slide type cell phone that was horrible!

This phone has some really great features like ring-tones (with great sound), camera takes good pictures , love the qwerty keyboard AND separate number pad.

My only 2 complaints are... when you put it away you cant press an outer button to keypad lock. My other is the headset jack is a 1/8" instead of a 1/4". So you can't use plain head phones without an adapter.
Okay, but not well designed.
 
Review Date: September 24, 2009
Reviewer: Campbell, G-burg, MD USA
Had this phone for a week, and with my small, girl fingers I thot the small button design wouldn't be a problem, but it's turned out to be a regular pain.

PROS:
sleek, attractive look.
QWERTY keyboard is a nice feature
takes good photos
good battery life

CONS:
face buttons are difficult to push
call and end call buttons are too small (major flaw when trying to answer the phone!)
a bit bulky
texting keyboard keys often need pressing twice to register the letter
auto lock can be easily unlocked if jostled in purse or placed in pocket (another major flaw! i found my butt made more calls than i did!)
Basic Phone
 
Review Date: June 2, 2010
Reviewer: Jared Bobbett, NEVADA, MISSOURI, US
For someone wanting a basic phone on a reliable network, the Samsung Intensity is a good choice. The full qwerty keyboard is decently sized and the T9 is a plus. I have problems with my phone freezing if it is worked too hard. The camera is mediocre and the bluetooth is not worth having. This phone is unable to sync files with any other phone via bluetooth. The USB cable is really handy and having a contacts backup system makes sure you will not loose your numbers if you lost your phone. Overall, it is a cheap phone with a few nice features.

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