Samsung Admire Prepaid Android Phone, Red (MetroPCS)

Samsung Admire Prepaid Android Phone, Red (MetroPCS) Review

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Samsung Admire Prepaid Android Phone, Red (MetroPCS) Feature

3G-enabled, Android 2.3-powered smartphone in red with 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen display
Enjoy talk-all-you-want service with no annual contracts via affordable, flexible MetroPCS rate plans; compatible with Rhapsody Unlimited Music plan
Wi-Fi networking; GPS for navigation; 3.2-MP camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD expansion; MP3 music player
Up to 3 hours of talk time, up to 200 hours (8+ days) of standby time; released in August, 2011
What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, USB cable, 2 GB microSD card, quick start guide

Powered by Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the 3G-enabled Samsung Admire is a perfect choice for first-time smartphone users or for budget-minded students looking for an advanced phone with all the features, apps, entertainment and organizational tools they need to excel. You'll also enjoy affordable, flexible unlimited wireless service with no annual contract and national service from MetroPCS.

The 3G-enabled, Android 2.3-powered Samsung Admire (view larger).

Choose from two unlimited smartphone rate plans ( or ) that include unlimited local and nationwide long distance calling, as well extras ranging from international text messaging to visual voice mail. The rate plan also offers Rhapsody Unlimited Music. Learn more about MetroPCS rate plans and features below.

The Admire's large 3.5-inch touchscreen display is full of beautiful color and responsiveness--every touch is smooth and fluid as you scroll to your desired location. An 800 MHz processor gives you all the speed you need for multitasking. And you're never far from the latest updates on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, FourSquare, and all your favorite social networking contacts. (Learn more about Android 2.3 below.)

Other features include Wi-Fi networking, GPS for navigation, a 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth 3.0 for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, microSD memory expansion (with included 2 GB card), an MP3 music player, integrated speakerphone, and up to 3 hours of talk time.

Key Features and Specs

3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder (view larger).

Single-core 800 MHz processor
3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen display (320 x 480 pixels)
Onscreen keyboard
GPS navigation capabilities with access to MetroNavigator for real-time audible turn-by-turn GPS navigation with 3D route maps, and traffic incident and congestion notification.
Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go
Next-generation Bluetooth connectivity (version 3.0) includes communication headset, hands-free car kits, and A2DP audio streaming Bluetooth profiles.
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
196 MB internal memory (user accessible)
3.2-megapixel camera
Video capture capabilities
Music player compatible with MP3 format.
Unlimited text and picture messaging plus unlimited instant messaging.
Web browser (HTML with Adobe Flash support)
E-mail access (compatible with Microsoft Exchange corporate e-mail)
Organizer tools including calendar, alarm clock, memo, calculator, and stopwatch.
3.5mm headphone jack
Micro USB connector for PC transfer and charging.
Speakerphone for hands-free communication.
Hearing aid compatibility = M4/T3.

Vital Statistics

The Samsung Admire weighs 4.14 ounces and measures 4.56 x 2.38 x 0.46 inches. Its 1600 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3 hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time (8+ days). It runs on MetroPCS 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO 3G frequencies.

What's in the Box

Samsung Admire handset, rechargeable battery, charger, USB cable, 2 GB microSD card, quick start guide

Warranty

1-year limited warranty

MetroPCS Plans

MetroPCS rate plans offer talk-all-you-want service, include taxes and regulatory fees, and have no annual contract. Also, it's very easy to change plans at any time. And you'll get coverage that spans the United States (see this MetroPCS coverage map)

MetroPCS offers seven rate plans with features that vary based on the level of service. Compare the available MetroPCS cell phone plans, and choose the one that's right for you.

This phone is compatible with the MetroPCS unlimited rate plan featuring Rhapsody Unlimited Music. When you sign up, you'll be able to listen to any song in a catalog of millions, and even download playlists using the Rhapsody App. You'll also be able to share playlists with friends via Facebook and Twitter.

MetroPCS Features		Cell Phone Plans		4G LTE Plans
MetroPCS Features
Unlimited Local	Make all the local calls you want, any time of day or night.
Unlimited Nationwide Long Distance	Call as much as you like to any of the 48 contiguous states and Puerto Rico.
Nationwide Coverage	Extended home coverage with unlimited voice and text in more than 11,000 major cities and towns.
Voice Mail Package	Combines voice mail with caller ID, call waiting and 3-way calling.
Visual Voice Mail	Lists your messages so you can listen to them in the order you want.		^*
Visual Voice Mail Plus	Lists your messages PLUS sends them via text so you can read them.
Unlimited Text & Picture Messaging	Mobile-to-mobile text messages plus send and receive digital photos.
Unlimited MetroWEB	Surf the Web in your hand using MetroWEB.
Unlimited Short Codes & Alerts	Stay connected to your social communities and receive informational alerts.
Unlimited International Text Messaging	Send text messages across the globe.
Unlimited Screen-It	See a caller's name before you answer--even if not in contacts.
Unlimited Pocket Express	News, sports, weather, maps, and more without the browse-and-wait of the mobile Web.
Unlimited Premium Directory Assistance	Find people, restaurants, movies, stores, and more by voice or text search. Maps and driving directions are sent directly on your phone.
Unlimited MetroNavigator	Turn your handset into a powerful GPS navigation tool with audible turn-by-turn driving directions.
Unlimited Instant Messaging	Compatible with AOL Instant Messenger, Windows Live Messenger, and Yahoo Messenger.
Unlimited Loopt GPS Friend Finder	Find your friends (using real-time maps) and share what's up on the go.
Unlimited E-mail Access	E-mail on your phone with mail@metro for use with home or business email accounts.
4G Web	You have the freedom to surf the Web in your hand using the 4G Network.
4G Video On Demand	Get instant access to TV shows, news, sports and entertainment to match your on-the-go lifestyle with Video On Demand from MetroSTUDIO.
Included Multimedia Streaming Access	Enjoy additional streaming on your MetroPCS phone.			100 MB	1 GB	Unlimited
Rhapsody Unlimited Music^*	Enjoy unlimited access to 12 million songs.

* Android-only feature

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