| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $90.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 120 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2009, March. Released 2009, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 102.8 x 54.8 x 12.9 mm (4.05 x 2.16 x 0.51 in) |
| Weight | 96 g (3.39 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 2.8 inches, 24.3 cm2 (~43.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density) | |
| Features | Gesture lock | |
| Platform | OS | Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 3 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 220 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 80MB | |
| Phonebook | 2000 contacts, Photo Contact | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 320p@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Features | Videocall camera |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS (market dependant) | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Features |
MP3/WMA/AAC player H.264/WMV/MP4 player Organizer Shazam Find Music service Turn-to-mute Predictive text input |
|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.1 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 300 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Absolute Black, Pearl White, Lilac Violet |
| SAR | 0.56 W/kg (head) 0.66 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.96 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung S5600 Preston
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 S5600 Preston 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 1000mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung S5600 Preston is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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