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Also known as Samsung SCH-R270
Posted: 01 Aug 2012
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: MetroPCS - Available (since 05 Oct 2012)

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Also known as Samsung M260
Posted: 10 Mar 2011
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Boost Mobile - Available (since 09 Mar 2011)

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Design
Device typeFeature phoneBasic phone 
Form factorClamshellClamshell 
Dimensions3.82 x 1.86 x 0.74 inches (97 x 47 x 19 mm)3.80 x 1.90 x 0.70 inches (97 x 48 x 18 mm) 
Weight3.6 oz (102 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (126 g)		3.20 oz (91 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (126 g)		 
Design featuresNumeric keypad, Soft keys, D-PadNumeric keypad, Soft keys (2), D-Pad 
Side KeysLeft: Volume control; Right: Camera shutterLeft: Volume control; Right: Camera shutter 
Colors Gray 
Display
Physical size2.2 inches2.0 inches 
Resolution240 x 320 pixels128 x 160 pixels 
Pixel density

Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is.

182 ppi102 ppi 
Technology

Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes. Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays.

TFTTFT 
Colors 262 144 
Additional display

Additional display - Shows specs of the phone's additional display

Yes  
Battery
Talk time5.00 hours
the average is 11 h (649 min)		4.45 hours
the average is 11 h (649 min)		 
Stand-by time21.0 days (504 hours)
the average is 18 days (442 h)		12.5 days (300 hours)
the average is 18 days (442 h)		 
Capacity1000 mAh800 mAh 
Type Li - Ion 
Hardware
Processor

Processor - The processor is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Some more powerful smartphones use dual-core and quad-core processors designed to deliver greater performance.

192 MHz, Qualcomm QSC6055  
System memory

System memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running.

 128 MB RAM / 256 MB ROM 
Maximum User Storage40 GB  
Storage expansionmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GB  
Camera
Camera1.3 megapixels0.3 megapixels VGA 
FeaturesWhite balance presets, Night mode, Effects, Self-timerDigital zoom 
specifications continue after the ad
Multimedia
Music player   
Filter byAlbum, Artist, Genre, Playlists  
Supported formatsMP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WAV, MIDIMP3 
Speakers Earpiece, Loudspeaker 
Internet browsing
Browser   
supports HTML, XHTML, WAP 2.0 
Technology
CDMA

CDMA - Code Division Multiple Access. A technique of multiplexing, also called spread spectrum, in which analog signals are converted into digital form for transmission. For each communication channel, the signals are encoded in a sequence known to the transmitter and the receiver for that channel. The foremost application is digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800MHz band and 1.9GHz PCS band. CDMA phones are noted for their excellent call quality and long battery life.

800, 1700/2100, 1900 MHz800, 1900 MHz 
Positioning

Positioning - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. There are three main types: GPS, A-GPS and GLONASS. GPS - This is one of the most widespread global positioning technologies, developed and maintained by the U.S. government. It uses satellites in order to detect your location. Works best in clear weather. A-GPS - A-GPS stands for Assisted GPS and is the industry standard for positioning and navigation. “Assisted” means that it can use local wireless networks, in addition to satellites, for quicker and more precise localization. GLONASS - GLONASS is a global positioning system, developed by the Russian Federation. It’s very similar to GPS, but isn’t so popular in cell phones.

GPS  
NavigationYes  
Phone features
Phonebook 600 entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Picture ID, Ring ID 
OrganizerCalendar, Alarm, CalculatorCalendar, Alarm, To-Do, Calculator 
MessagingSMS, MMS, Predictive text input (T9)SMS, MMS, Predictive text input (T9) 
E-mailIMAP, POP3, SMTPYes 
Instant Messaging AIM, Windows Live / MSN, Yahoo! 
JAVA

JAVA - J2ME (Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition) is a technology that allows programmers to use the Java programming language and related tools to develop programs for mobile wireless information devices such as cellular phones and personal digital assistants (PDAs). J2ME consists of programming specifications and a special virtual machine, the K Virtual Machine, that allows a J2ME-encoded program to run in the mobile device.

 Yes 
BREWYes  
Games Yes 
Connectivity
Bluetooth2.12.1, EDR 
ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), File Transfer (FTP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP)Generic Access (GAP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Logical Link Control and Adaptation Protocol, Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP), Serial Port (SPP), Service Discovery Protocol (SDP) 
USBUSB 2.0USB 2.0 
ConnectormicroUSBmicroUSB 
FeaturesMass storage deviceUSB charging 
Headphones connector3.5mm  
Charging connector microUSB 
Other features
NotificationsPolyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, SpeakerphoneMusic ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone 
Hearing aid compatibility M4, T4 
OtherVoice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recordingVoice recording, TTY/TDD 
Regulatory Approval
FCC approval

FCC approval - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions. Every wireless phone device that that is sold in the U.S. has to be tested and approved for sale by the FCC.

   
Date approved

Date approved - Shows the date when the particular phone is approved by the Federal Communications Commission

 20 Jan 2011 
 FCC ID value: A3LSPHM260 link 
FCC measured SAR

FCC measured SAR - The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0 W/ kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.

   
Head 0.80 W/kg 
Measured in 1900 MHz 
Body 0.44 W/kg 
Measured in 1900 MHz 
Availability
Officially announced 09 Mar 2011 
Shopping information
AccessoriesBattery, wall charger  
MSRP price   
 $ 50 

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