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Samsung BlackJack (SGH-i607)

First seen: 19 december 2006

Information found in: from 27 sources in 7 countries.

Great Deal: $89.99

  • User Score (96)
    7.1 7.1 from 96 reviewers
  • Expert Score (9)
    6.9 6.9 from 9 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    5.1 5.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Features (2)
    5.3 5.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    4.7 4.7 from 2 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • keyboard for easy typing, windows platform, 3g speeds, upload your own ringtones, includes an extra battery
  • additional for media plan, button pitch too small, calls people at will, you need two batteries, poor outlook notes syncing

real slim, real smart, real simple The SAMSUNG BlackJack™ was designed from the chips up for one purpose: to make you look smart. It comes loaded with Windows ® mobile 5.0 software, a full QWERTY keyboard, a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth ® 2.0 wireless technology and slim, sexy styling. In other words, the BlackJack™ will keep you organized, in touch, on the job and looking good. You’re feeling smarter already, aren’t you? group=mobilephones&type=mobilephones&subtyp…

The 3G-enabled Samsung BlackJack is a powerful smartphone with Bluetooth 2.0, push e-mail capabilities, instant messenger options, and good call quality. 3G support means the BlackJack offers a better experience for browsing the Web, listening to streaming media, or downloading games. However, Cingular’s network, called Broadband Connect, is only available in up to 50 urban areas, and may not be available in rural areas. When 3G service fails, the phone automatically switches to GSM without any delays. …

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The 3G-enabled Samsung BlackJack is a powerful smartphone with Bluetooth 2.0, push e-mail capabilities, instant messenger options, and good call quality. 3G support means the BlackJack offers a better experience for browsing the Web, listening to streaming media, or downloading games. However, Cingular’s network, called Broadband Connect, is only available in up to 50 urban areas, and may not be available in rural areas. When 3G service fails, the phone automatically switches to GSM without any delays. Cingular Music allows for streaming 25 channels of XM radio and Cingular Video allows users to stream clips from CNN, ESPN, HBO (for an extra fee). The BlackJack can also play Java-based games, although the selection of games is limited to a few titles, since they have to be optimized for the phone’s display. Samsung also throws in an RSS reader application to quickly update and read the latest headlines from CBS, The New York Times, Yahoo News, and more. The phone’s screen is not a touch screen, but at 2.25 inches, with a 65,000 color output and 320x320 pixel resolution, colors are bright, text is sharp, and images and video look great.

The BlackJack is a quad-band world phone that can be used in more than 180 countries. It also includes a speakerphone, three-way calling, conference calling, an address book, and mp3 ringtones. Although there is integrated Bluetooth 2.0, there is no Wi-Fi. Call quality was good, with little static, and a loud speakerphone. It is also easy to hear the loud ringer in crowds or from a distance. Talk time lasted for 5.5 hours. The Blackjack runs the Smartphone Edition of Windows Mobile 5.0, and can sync your contacts, calendar, e-mail, and tasks with Outlook. There’s also an Organizer, which includes a Notepad app and a convenient Smart Converter tool for basic measures. The smart phone also features a 1.3-megapixel camera, with a 2X digital zoom lens, self timer, and video capabilities. It takes sharp photos when shooting outdoors with lots of light, but there’s no flash for indoor use. Navigating the BlackJack is a mixed experience. On the good side, the soft-touch finish gives the BlackJack a good grip, and the scroll wheel and back button are perfect for using the phone with one hand. However, the dial pad is arranged on the QWERTY layout so that a letter falls between each number (going from left to right), which slows dialing. The BlackJack’s four-way toggle button is set too flush and is too close to the Send and End keys; users may accidentally enter the phone menu or exit an application while trying to scroll.. Another bad design decision is the use of a proprietary USB port and headset jack. Overall, though, the Samsung Blackjack is a great phone that takes the multimedia experience to the next level for those who can take advantage of the 3G network.

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  • Reviews of Samsung BlackJack (SGH-i607)

  1. Decent Windows Mobile Device

    Reviewer: Computing Review
    6 January 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    The Samsung Blackjack isn't anything spectacular, but it is a reliable cell phone that can also be used to surf the web or check email. The qwerty keyboard makes typing considerably easier than a standard cell phone and is a necessity for anyone who's... Read more

  2. Samsung BlackJack i607

    26 November 2006
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    The Samsung BlackJack i607 simply looks and feels fantastic. The high speed data in 3G coverage areas is wicked fast and voice quality is excellent. The keyboard is excellent, though the number keys are a bit eccentric. We love the jog wheel and most everything about this phone. The camera takes better than average photos, Bluetooth stereo sounds great and Cingular Video is addictive. While several phones have been billed as potential Q-killers this year, the Samsung... Read more

  3. Samsung BlackJack SGH-i607 (AT&T)

    Reviewer: CNET
    13 November 2006
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Design 7
    7.0
    Features 8
    8.0
    Performance 7
    7.0
     

    The bottom line: The Samsung BlackJack heralds another 3G-enabled smart phone to Cingular's lineup. While it supports the carrier's video and music service, some design and performance issues trip up this otherwise sexy device. Read more

  4. Samsung BlackJack Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    19 December 2006
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    While the Samsung BlackJack and Motorola Q may look like siblings, there are some important differences. Check out our review for the details. Read more

  5. Samsung BlackJack Review

    Reviewer: Gadgetnutz
    5 January 2010

    If I were not locked into a contract with another carrier and I was looking for the coolest phone/Smart Phone on the planet – I would buy the Blackjack – hands down. Read more

  1. Good phone but does wear overtime.

    Reviewer: GIslandboy, viewpoints
    30 March 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    I've owned the phone for bout 2 years.  Its a great phone, love all the features.  It does wear out overtime.  The buttons start to stick and it takes longer to work the internet.  It still is a good phone though. Read more

  2. "Fantastic phone. The best I have ever owned"

    Reviewer: CNET
    6 June 2007
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This phone is the best I have ever used. I did extensive research before purchasing and I have not been let down to say the least. Better then ANY other phone in its class. I wasn't even going to write a review until I saw others making fallacious claims that simply arent true. This phone has great reception, very easy to navigate after 5 minutes of experimenting unless you are mentally incapacitated. The speed of the phone is great, not quite sure where this complaint... Read more

  3. don't buy replace twice

    Reviewer: PriceGrabber
    16 October 2007
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    had to raplace this phone twice. it is very fragile. if you just drop it from two feet it will work but all you will see is a white screen. att told me i could have insurance on the phone, but when i called the insurance company they said they don't usually insure these phone but they would honor me one time. since the first problem , the phone has a white screen again and i cannot get a replacement. don't buy this phone and just get a blackberry or a palm if you want a... Read more

  4. Nice phone

    Reviewer: J&R
    6 February 2010
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    a good cell phone for personal use Read more

  5. Very good phone for Costa Rica

    Reviewer: L. J. "Computer geek", Amazon
    6 February 2010 See Product at Amazon ($94.99)
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    This cell phone is a good samsung's product, It's very usefull and it is compatible with the ICE costarican network, the only thing I don't like from it, is that the sound is very low. Comment (1) Read more or see product

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