| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $130.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2006, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 94 x 49 x 15.5 mm (3.70 x 1.93 x 0.61 in) |
| Weight | 83 g (2.93 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 2.2 inches, 35 x 43 mm, 15.2 cm2 (~33.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density) | |
| Features | Second external mono display (128 x 32 pixels), 32 x 8 mm, backlight in 7 colors | |
| Platform | OS | Android 14 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G99 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 22MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 dialed, 30 received, 30 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 1.3 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 20 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | Proprietary | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/AAC/AAC+ player Yahoo search Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 850 mAh battery |
| Charging | 33W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Red/Silver and Red/Black (different keypads) |
| SAR | 0.71 W/kg (head) 0.34 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.48 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung E490
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 E490 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 850mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung E490 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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