| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $60.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2007, February |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 94 x 42 x 13.5 mm (3.70 x 1.65 x 0.53 in) |
| Weight | 65 g (2.29 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.5 cm2 (~26.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 220 x 220 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~173 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 SE PocketPC |
| CPU | Samsung S3C 2440 400 MHz | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 90MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 dialed, 30 received, 30 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP, AF |
| Video | CIF | |
| Selfie camera | Features | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/AAC/AAC+/E-AAC+/WMA player Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 300 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| SAR | 0.34 W/kg (head) 0.33 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.45 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 60 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung E590
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 E590 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 800mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung E590 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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