| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $130.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 100 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2010, January. Released 2010, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 101.8 x 48.7 x 14.8 mm (4.01 x 1.92 x 0.58 in) |
| Weight | 99 g (3.49 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | AMOLED, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.2 inches, 15.0 cm2 (~30.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition), EMUI 8 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6739 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8100 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 110MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 dialed, 30 received, 30 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 320p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | Yes |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, recording | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
SNS integration MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA player MP4/H.264/WMV player Organizer Document viewer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, IM | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 960 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 623 h (2G) / Up to 412 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 11h 40 min (2G) / Up to 5 h 25 min (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Pink |
| SAR EU | 0.60 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung S5550 Shark 2
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 S5550 Shark 2 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 960mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung S5550 Shark 2 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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