Samsung SLM-SGH-A747

Part of the charm of the Samsung SLM-SGH-A747 is that this unit is a little smaller and a little lighter than some of the more recent Samsung offerings. Weighing in at barely three ounces, the A747 keeps the standard clamshell design easy to carry around in the pocket without feeling as if you are dragging around a small brick. In addition, the overall size is trimmed slightly, which means that there is no bulge where you don't need one to appear.

The A747 has excellent call clarity, even when using the speakerphone. Reception tends to be consistent as well, so there is less of a concern of dropped calls as the user moves around the call area or moves into a new one. For a little downtime entertainment, the music player is easy to access. Selecting from among the stored music files is also quick and simple to manage, which enhances the overall listening experience.

The A747 comes with a good quality two megapixel camera, stereo Bluetooth, and a memory card slot for those bigger jobs. One drawback is the shorter talk time with the A747, which comes in at around three hours.

Pros

• Thinner size and weight makes it the unit easier to carry around
• Sound quality is crystal clear, which is a big plus
• Music player is easy to use

Cons

• Not very much talk time between charges
• Standby time is just okay, at a little over ten days
• No voice dialing with this model

Final Thoughts:

The Samsung SLM-SGH-A747 has some good points, but may not be the best solution if the main use of the phone is business related.