| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $100.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 340 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
CDMA / EVDO
|
| Launch | Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 14 mm (4.37 x 2.36 x 0.55 in) |
| Weight | 122 g (4.30 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 3.1 inches, 29.8 cm2 (~44.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~129 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT8176 | |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.1 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | PowerVR GX6250 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256MB 128MB RAM | |
| Phonebook | Yes, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP |
| Features | HDR, panorama | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, compass |
| Features |
SNS integration MP4/H.264 player MP3/WMA/eAAC+ player Organizer Document viewer Photo/video editor Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input |
|
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po 1000 mAh battery |
| Charging | 18W wired, QC3 | |
| Stand-by | Up to 350 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h 30 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 0.75 W/kg (head) 0.75 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 100 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung U380 Brightside
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 U380 Brightside 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 U380 Brightside is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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