Samsung SGH-D600
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
|---|---|
| Founded | March 1, 1938 in Su-dong, South Korea |
| Headquarters | Suwon , South Korea |
| Products | Mobile phones, consumer electronics |
| Website | www |
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The Samsung SGH-D600, along with its updated variant the D600i, is a GSM mobile device introduced by Samsung Electronics during early 2005.
The subsequent model, the SGH-D600i, launched in 2007, was designed to resolve compatibility issues related to microSD card functionality. Template:Fix/category[citation needed]
Features and specifications
Following the Samsung SGH-D500, the Samsung SGH-D600 offers a refreshed design and upgrades including a higher-resolution external camera of 2 megapixels positioned outside the slider mechanism rather than inside. It also features TV output capability,[1] and supports expansion via microSD memory cards.[2] Additionally, it incorporates a Picsel document viewer compatible with Microsoft Office files.Template:Fix/category[citation needed] Available color options include grey and red.[2] The device has a display resolution of 240x320 pixels and includes Bluetooth connectivity alongside its camera capable of capturing images at 1600x1200 pixels.[1]
The battery is rated to provide up to approximately 300 hours on standby and around seven hours of talk time.[2]
Reception and criticism
The Register commended the handset for its compact size and appealing design.[1] The review platform Trusted Reviews gave it a score of 9 out of 10, highlighting its attractive appearance and a display that surpasses many competitorsTemplate:Promotional inline.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Meanwhile, CNET awarded the device a positive rating of 3.5 out of 5, noting its suitability for both business users and those seeking entertainment features.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
However, the device has faced criticism due to subpar visual quality when using its TV output function.Template:Fix/category[citation needed]
Variants
- SGH-D600E: A version of the D600 featuring EDGE connectivity and equipped with tri-band support rather than quad-band.
- SGH-D606: A model available exclusively through Rogers in the Canadian market.
- SGH-D608: The Anycall edition intended for the Chinese market, also distributed by China Mobile within China.
- SGH-D600i: An updated D600 variant addressing issues related to microSD/TransFlash compatibility.
Related phones
- Samsung SCH-U620: A CDMA handset sharing the same exterior design.
- Samsung SGH-C300: A more basic slider phone with a comparable design and integrated Yamaha MA-2 audio chipset.
- Samsung SGH-D500: The earlier model that preceded the SGH-D600.