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Manufacturer: Samsung Part number: T679
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- A surprisingly full feature set makes the Samsung Exhibit II 4G ideal for Android bargain-hunters; just don't expect the best of the best.
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CNET editors' review
Samsung Exhibit II 4G - marine blue (T-Mobile) price range: $151.45 - $249.99
- Reviewed by: Jessica Dolcourt
- Reviewed on: 11/08/2011
- Released on: 10/27/2011
The good: The Samsung Exhibit II 4G has HSPA+ speeds, good call quality, and a lot more bells and whistles than you'd expect from an Android 2.3 Gingerbread phone at this price.
The bad: A cheaper-looking design keeps the Exhibit II from being a lustworthy handset, and photos lack a little brightness.
The bottom line: A surprisingly full feature set makes the Samsung Exhibit II 4G ideal for Android bargain-hunters; just don't expect the best of the best.
User reviews
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If you're comming from any other prepaid you'll love it
by zx6guy on November 26, 2011
Pros: 4G SPEED!!!, Great Value, decent battery life compared to its peers, 1Ghz processor,
Cons: Kind of slippery case that might make it prone to dropping, 3 megapixel camera (seriously, there wasn't any 5 megapixel units leftover?)
Summary: This device has replaced a Samsung Intercept that was on Virgin Mobile. With the exception of a higher monthly cost ($60 vs $25) pretty much everything else has improved. Speed: ...
Summary: This device has replaced a Samsung Intercept that was on Virgin Mobile. With the exception of a higher monthly cost ($60 vs $25) pretty much everything else has improved. Speed: The intercept had a Rev 0. EVDO radio and averaged between 150-250k down. The Exhibit II has a HSPA+ 14.4Mbps radio and usually sees somewhere around 4Mbps. This is a huge percent improvement and I'm blown away by what I was missing. HSPA+ bridges the gab between 3G and LTE nicely. It delivers very fast and useable speed but keeps the device from suffering from the horrible battery life that's inherent to LTE devices. Battery: I have not done an "official" drain test but I've gone 30 hours on several occasions with about 10-15% remaining on moderate usage (well it feels moderate to me but I do a far amount of surfing, 1 hour of Pandora at the gym daily, google maps and the occasional video). Processor: I haven't benchmarked it and have no plans too. Regardless its fairly quick and seems smooth even with several open apps at a time. Occasionally I'll get a little lag but it will be gone in a second or two. I have read and agree that its due to the bloatware clogging up the RAM. I'm planning rooting the phone in the next week or two so I can delete the fluff. People have claimed their devices have shown marked improvement by doing so. Still, compared to my Intercept this thing is a Ferrari. If you're stepping up from a sub 1Ghz phone you will be pleased. Screen: The best way to sum it up is like this, if you're stepping up from something smaller or lower in resolution you'll love it. If you're stepping down you won't like it. I'm stepping up from an intercept so the resolution looks 2x better, the touch accuracy improvement is somewhere in that range and the 1/2in size gain is much appreciated as well. My friends that have 4inch + devices say they'd have a had time giving up the size but appreciate that the resolution is on par. As for the size, it fits in hand nicely and even my buds have admitted it pockets better. The only problem is that the backing on the device makes it kind of slippery and it feels it could be prone to dropping. Camera: Meh. Not much to talk about here. It has a flash which is a step up for me. Memory: I don't mind the storing things on a card so that usually takes care of any storage issues. I could wish for a little more RAM but T-Mobile/Samsung would probably just fill it up with more bloatware. I'll fix this with a root (see above). Network: I live and work in Chicago and I usually have great coverage/4G anywhere I go with the exception of the L underground (my work AT&T BB Curve seems to keep its 3G connection but I lose 4G on the Exhibit). The far suburbs is also sketchy and I sometimes lose 4G. At $60 a month everything is unlimited except for data which is limited to 2GB at 4G then throttled. Don't believe the Sprint commericals. Consider my usage (1 hour of Pandora a day??? and a fair amount of surfing) and I'm only at 350mbs (officially checked on my "my-tmobile.com") with two weeks before my month is up. If I can make this work you can.
Overall I'm pleased. Its a lot of phone of the money ($200 with no contract). What you're giving up, Dual core, screen size and camera. My arguments are dual core phones aren't threading (except for games) so you're not getting the "real" advantage of the second core anyways. How many 1GHz + single core phones are out there? That's right, none. So its basically as good as you can get in the single core market. The screen size is a toss up. The resolution is on par with say a 1st gen EVO so no complaints there. Its the size that you have to think about. 3.7 makes it really easy to manipulate with one hand and it pockets nicely. But, you're giving up about another half inch. You gotta figure this one out for yourself. As for the camera....its ok. It could be 5 megapixel but what are you going to do? What you are getting is SPEED! If you're moving from any other pre-paid carrier you'll ask yourself how you lived without 4G. No one comes close, period. You can change your PRL in your Moto Triumph but you'll still measure your download in kb NOT Mbps.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Exceptional value in full featured Android phone
by AnthemLaw on November 14, 2011
Pros: = Apple 3GS in size and function
Affordable off-contract price at $195-199
Affordable to operate on T-Mobile prepaid, $50 unlimited voice, text, data (1st 2 GB of at 4G, then throttled), more than 2 months of service for the price of 1 month on AT&T.Cons: Rear camera only 3 megapixel, but does have front facing video chat cam
Smaller screen than biggest Android phones
1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor isn't a dual core but scrolls smoothly, no notable lag.Summary: The Samsung Exhibit II 4G is very directly comparable to my iPhone 4GS, except it's far more affordable to buy and operate.
The trade-offs are few compared to the ...Summary: The Samsung Exhibit II 4G is very directly comparable to my iPhone 4GS, except it's far more affordable to buy and operate.
(I meant to say the Exhibit II is directly comparable to my iPhone 3GS in feel and function, except the Exhibit II delivers data at 4G speeds -- faster than AT&T's 3G service on my iPhone.)
The trade-offs are few compared to the bleeding edge Android phones: smaller screen, lower resolution camera, single-core processor. I love the Samsung Galaxy S II, the Motorola Droid Razr and iPhone 4S, but they are not twice the phone that the Exhibit II is. At $195 to buy and $50 a month to operate, it's a break through in features for the pre-paid market. Pre-paid equals independence and no surprises.
The Exhibit II features the current version of Android at 2.3.5 when many "discount" Android phones are a generation behind at 2.2.
Great features include:
1. Wireless network phone calls, perfect when you're buried deep in a building with poor cell tower reception.
2. Wireless hotspot, tether your other devices to the Exhibit II's wireless hotspot when you need (great for travel).
3. Screen reads very well, both bright and high resolution.
4. Battery management features are very good, including prominent placement of open application management tool. (Android does true multi-tasking, which is both an advantage and a threat to battery life if you don't watch it).
5. I like the virtual keyboard better than on my iPhone 3GS. The Exhibit's keyboard is less error prone and slightly better organized requiring fewer switches between keyboard screens.
I'm tremendously impressed at this price point. The $500 and up bleeding edge phones don't add that much more to justify their more than doubling the cost. It's great to see a supremely competent choice at this price point. Highly recommend the Samsung Exhibit II 4G.
Updated on Nov 15, 20113 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Possibly the best phone at it's price point ever.
by avalon1000 on November 1, 2011
Pros: Great battery life, very smooth scrolling, Gtalk video works very well, fast 4g internet, perfect size form for pocket (3.7" screen but smaller than my original Droid), $199 off contract with great plans, wifi calling, good voice quality and speaker phone
Cons: ATT might spoil the whole thing if they buy out T Mobile, lots of bloatware.
Summary: If you're looking for a great phone off contract (prepaid) look no further...T Mobile and Sammy scored big with this one.
Summary: If you're looking for a great phone off contract (prepaid) look no further...T Mobile and Sammy scored big with this one.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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They sold me a hot mess
by Eggstacee on March 11, 2012
Pros: It should do great things...
Cons: Aside from my faulty phone's issues:
POOR placement of on/off button in relation to volume buttons, mic is oddly on the back of the phone, UNDELETABLE tmobile apps that insist on being updated, bizzare sensor creates difficulty bringing the display up oSummary: I'm sure plenty love the phone, I see the stars, Know this: I was "informed" by tmobile tech support that the random shut downs,inconsistant touchscreen, hardware vol. control ...
Summary: I'm sure plenty love the phone, I see the stars, Know this: I was "informed" by tmobile tech support that the random shut downs,inconsistant touchscreen, hardware vol. control was out of synch with display, inability to completely power off and crashes etc were commonly due to android and third party apps. He specifically mentioned facebook!
Their solution, delete all but preloaded apps. What's the point of buying it if the freely admit it has issues with the android market it's bragging about posessing?1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Beware, TMobile admits phone has "Known Issues"
by MatROD5 on February 4, 2012
Pros: Android Gingerbread has a lot of great features - widgets, lots of free apps on Android market and Amazon; Also Google Music free cloud & free text to speech GPS
Cons: Tmobile admits this handset has 'known issues" -- screen freezing, power cycling, inability to text, and problems with text photo attachments. ALthough Tmobile admits to these issues, it hasn't done anything to fix them. Poor camera. battery & screen
Summary: Phone was released to a lot of hype but if you read TMobile's own website forums, you'll see customers have been plagued with issues. Tmobiles response is "we ...
Summary: Phone was released to a lot of hype but if you read TMobile's own website forums, you'll see customers have been plagued with issues. Tmobiles response is "we know" but they refuse to fix them. Recently, they actually raised the handset price from 199 to 350. Definitely not worth it. Do your research and go through the Forum Threads. Do you want your screen to freeze every day? Do you text a lot and will you be upset if your texts don't go through - even though you're charged? Will you be mad if your friend sends you a photo attachment to your text and you never can open it? What if your phone is lying on your nightstand and automatically turns off? Or what if you have to take the battery out daily to restart your phone and then it starts power cycling for an hour or two or three? This phone was supposed to be a good mid-grade phone and the crown jewel of TMobiles Prepaid 4G. Its fallen short. Also realize its 4G is only about 2-3mbps - its not HSPA+42..so read the fine print. The camera is only 3mp which seems pretty lame in 2012..and the screen is hard to see even at its brightest level when you're outside. Also, I find the screen hurts my eyes. Would I recommend this phone? Not in its current state. Tmobile doesnt seem capable of fixing the freezing and texting problems that make this a very expensive brick.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I got an awesome deal!!!
by bike28 on November 27, 2011
Pros: Phone:
1) PRICE
2) Plan
3) Gingerbread
4) Screen
5) Touchscreen
6) Speakerphone
7) Reception P. Sound, WA
8) BATT. 3 days twice
OS:
1) Customization
2) Lay out.
3) $250 outright. iphone outright $600. NO way iphone is 3 times the phoneCons: Phone:
- Volume from ear piece 7 of 10
- Sound quality from ear piece 7 of 10
Smartphones don't excel in this to be fair
- Not on any forums yet. Find one? Please mention.
OS:
- Quality of apps. Read Android Market reviews on your home PC browser.Summary: I am really happy with this phone. For the best deal go to an official T-Mobile store, NOT Costco or a mall kiosk. Only the official T-mobile stores offer the "...
Summary: I am really happy with this phone. For the best deal go to an official T-Mobile store, NOT Costco or a mall kiosk. Only the official T-mobile stores offer the "Value Plan". This is just the plan and DOESN'T offer a subsidized phone (it's a 2 year contract). This plan is great if you buy your phone from a retailer or bring it over from another GSM carrier you previously had a contract with. As I mentioned above I bought this phone outright for $250 at a T-Mobile store. They later offered a $50 "in store rebate) when I mentioned how much it was at Wal-Mart. I would have left the store to go buy it at Wal-Mart had they not offered the rebate to me and activated it back at their store.
For ME $39.99 = 1000 anytime min. + mobile to mobile & night & weekend with 2 Gig. of 4G data with NO overage FEE on data. It does throttle you to 2G speed after 2 Gig.
For Wife $29.99 = 1000 anytime min. + mobile to mobile & night & weekend. She just uses WiFi when at home or in a coffee shop. The overall price for 2 lines $69.98 plus taxes.
Prior to this phone purchase I was a long time AT&T customer and tried to see what they could for me with a plan and 2ea. smartphone. They couldn't even come close.
Break out the calculator and do some math and compare carriers, plans, phones and coverage. Lots of money to be saved if you are smart about this. Hope this is a huge help.
FYI: I got great battery life on both phones. Just brought the battery down to 20-15% 4ea times. We both brought our charges with us to do this. Turn off your phone when charging. It will say 100% when it is done. Takes about 3 hours for full charge this way.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great phone for the money
by jmunjr on November 2, 2011
Pros: -Fast for an entry level Android phone
-Great bang for the buck
-Nice screenCons: -VERY slippery frame/case - I am sure I will drop this a lot. I do not want to use a case.
-Speaker and ringer volume not as loud as my previous phone - LG Optimus T, but it was really loud.
-side button is weird
-way, way too many included apps thatSummary: For only $200 prepaid this phone is the best bargain around by far. I refuse to do contracts or subsidies, so this is a great deal.
Summary: For only $200 prepaid this phone is the best bargain around by far. I refuse to do contracts or subsidies, so this is a great deal.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Sucks!!!!!!!1
by ThurondAllenJr on June 2, 2012
Pros: None!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Cons: Horrible!!
Summary: This is the absolute worst phone I ever owned!!!! Customer service was not helpful and they replaced my phone with the same phone which now works worse. I have all ...
Summary: This is the absolute worst phone I ever owned!!!! Customer service was not helpful and they replaced my phone with the same phone which now works worse. I have all the issues ever reported with this phone. I have not been sent the update as of yet. I tried to complete the update today and it isn't working or downloading. I am a new customer to T-Mobile and have been very dissatisfied since Day 1!!! They aren't helpful. You think I'm going to keep this phone for 2 more years? I will report you to everyone I can connect to since its been nearly 2 months of no resolve. I have 2 lines with both these horrendous phones and you wouldn't give me an update when obviously this phone needs to be recalled immediately! T-Mobile is horrible and please do not consider them for a service provider.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great phone for a child, not an adult.
by TFranklin601 on April 1, 2013
Pros: Able to download Android apps.
Like the picture quality.Cons: Phone Freezes Consistently
Receive the same text 2 - 10 times within 5 minutes.
Takes a long time for a call to connect.
Apps always force close. Could be the app or the phone.
Can delete apps that I have no interest in having. 10 already installed.Summary: I liked this phone for the first few weeks because it was an upgrade from what I had previously. I even bought my daughter one a couple of weeks later. ...
Summary: I liked this phone for the first few weeks because it was an upgrade from what I had previously. I even bought my daughter one a couple of weeks later. What a mistake. If I knew then when I knew now, I probably would have paid a few extra dollars for a phone that didn't give me so many problems. I can go to my phone log to recall a number. By the time the call processes to connect, I forget I was calling someone. Literally a few moments ago, it took two minutes for a call to process. Ridiculous.
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Absolutely horrible
by Celldiva123 on February 27, 2013
Pros: Nice apps but that is it
Cons: worse phone I have ever had in terms of performance and reliability.On my 3rd replacement and still awful. It takes forever for an app to process and the dialer takes (I timed it) 53 second to load up for a call.
Summary: Dont rely on this phone if u want to make a phone call.
If the basic functions like dialing dont work properly, all the "smart phone/app" stuff that I ...Summary: Dont rely on this phone if u want to make a phone call.
If the basic functions like dialing dont work properly, all the "smart phone/app" stuff that I purchased it for seem pointless
Don't buy it!
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: T679
- Bottom Line: A surprisingly full feature set makes the Samsung Exhibit II 4G ideal for Android bargain-hunters; just don't expect the best of the best.
General
- Product Type Smartphone
- Phone Design PDA
- Width 2.35 in
- Depth 0.45 in
- Height 4.54 in
- Weight 4.05 oz
- Body Color Marine blue
Cellular
- Technology GSM / WCDMA
- Service Provider T-Mobile
- Operating System Android 2.3 OS
Messaging & Internet
- Messaging & Data Features Text messages,
Multimedia messages (MMS),
Instant messages,
E-Mail
Processor
- Type QUALCOMM
- Clock Speed 1 GHz
- Processor Core Qty MSM8255
Display
- Diagonal Size 3.7 in
Product series
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Samsung Exhibit II 4G - marine blue (T-Mobile)
Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: T-Mobile,
GSM / WCDMA,
Up to 390 min,
With digital camera / digital player,
4.05 oz,
3.7 in
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- Address:
105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 - Phone: 1-800-726-7864
- Fax: 1-973-601-6001
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