| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $80.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global € 1,069.81 | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2009. Released 2009 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 113 x 49 x 15.9 mm (4.45 x 1.93 x 0.63 in) |
| Weight | 114 g (4.02 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM) | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 16M colors |
| Size | 2.2 inches, 15.0 cm2 (~27.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | EMUI 15 (International), HarmonyOS 5.1 (China) |
| Chipset | Kirin 9020 (7 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.5GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.6GHz) | |
| GPU | Maleoon 920 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 38MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.0, (ultrawide), AF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, 1080p@240fps, HDR Vivid, gyro-EIS | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/eAAC+ player MP4/H.263 player Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1140 mAh battery |
| Charging |
100W wired 80W wireless 20W reverse wireless 18W reverse wired |
|
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung W299 Duos
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 W299 Duos 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 1140mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung W299 Duos is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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