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Samsung Intensity II review

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Samsung Intensity II
Samsung Intensity II
Samsung Intensity II
Samsung Intensity II
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6.5/10
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The Samsung Intensity II currently has an Informr score of 6.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Samsung Intensity 2 is a CDMA horizontal slider with a low-to-mid-tier feature set. As this phone competes directly with the better equipped LG Ev3, We’ll have to give the round to LG.

That’s not to say the Intensity 2 isn’t a good phone. It offers dual screens, with the main display measuring 2.2 inches and offering 240 x 320 pixel resolution, a competent full QWERTY keyboard, a basic 1.3MP camera, MP3 player, stereo Bluetooth, speakerphone and full suite of entry-level features. With the Intensity 2, you can send and receive email, text (threaded), MMS and Instant Messaging.

As with many sliders, there is always the risk that users will find that tapping the top row of keys on the QWERTY keyboard to be somewhat challenging, as one’s fingers can butt up against the lower half of the phone.

Overall, the Samsung Intensity 2 is a decent phone with a modest feature set, and should appeal to young texters. Offering a talk time of up to five hours and a stand by time of up to 300 hours, it has enough juice to keep up with those young fingers.


Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.2"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
1000 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Phone Scoop
Phone Scoop

I'm disappointed that the Samsung Intensity II is as good as it gets. The design is diminutive, but uninspired.

- Philip Berne, Phone Scoop
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

So is the Samsung Intensity II U460 worth buying if you have the original Intensity U450? Not really. The only noticeable upgrade is the QVGA display, as most everything else is pretty much the same, except for some minor cosmetic differences. But that being said, the Intensity II is a pretty de...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena


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Samsung backs up the Intensity II with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Intensity II has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
2.2"

The Samsung Intensity II's screen size is 2.2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
1+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 1+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1000 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time, 300 minutes.

Intensity II Specs

Overview
Release Date July 20, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage No
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.04 W/kg
Body: 0.87 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Effects, Multi-shot, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1000 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 300 minutes
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Metallic Blue, Gray
Dimensions [H x W x D] 12.4 x 7.3 x 2.5 cm (4.9 x 2.9 x 1 in)
Weight 116 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric, QWERTY
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 1000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: Yes
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SCH-U460
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