| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $90.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 300 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2012, November. Released 2012, December |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 104.1 x 53.3 x 20.3 mm (4.10 x 2.10 x 0.80 in) |
| Weight | 133 g (4.69 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Features |
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810F compliant |
|
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~32.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density) | |
| Features | Secondary external CSTN display, 65K colors. | |
| Platform | CPU | 468 MHz |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256MB 128MB RAM | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP, 18mm (ultrawide) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/WAV/AAC+ player MP4/H.263 player Organizer Push to Talk Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, AMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1300 mAh, removable |
| Charging | 18W wired, QC3 | |
| Stand-by | Up to 480 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 0.47 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.52 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung A997 Rugby III
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Samsung A997 Rugby III stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 1300mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung A997 Rugby III is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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