| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $80.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / UMTS
|
| Launch | Announced | 2007, July |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 117.5 x 48.5 x 9.3 mm (4.63 x 1.91 x 0.37 in) |
| Weight | 76 g (2.68 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~17.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~157 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional |
| CPU | 520MHz Marvell PXA270 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 55MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 1.3 MP |
| Video | QCIF | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA videocall camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 1.2, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 1.1 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/AAC/AAC+/e-AAC+ player Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML(NetFront 3.4) | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po 880 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 250 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 0.71 W/kg (head) 0.82 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.31 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Z170
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 Z170 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 880mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung Z170 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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