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Samsung Comeback (Samsung T559).
On the outside, the Samsung Comeback looks a little odd - it looks like a normal cellphone,
except that for some reason it is a lot wider. The reason for this strange shape becomes
apparent when it is opened up - inside is a QWERTY keyboard and a large 400 x 240 pixel
display.
It is a little like a cross between a Nokia E90 and a T-Mobile Sidekick, aimed at those
who want to send a lot of email or IM messages, but at the same time it can be used like a
traditional cellphone.
Exclusive to T-Mobile in the US, the Comeback is priced towards the upper end of their range
at $130 after rebates and subsidy. So it's clear that T-Mobile think that this is a fairly
desirable product.
What do you get for the money? The Samsung Comeback is a 3G phone with a basic 2 megapixel
digital camera, an MP3 player, web browser, email client, Bluetooth, microSD expandable
memory and of course two displays and a QWERTY keyboard. The external display is a basic
128 x 128 pixel panel, but inside the larger 2.6" display is ideal for messaging use.
Inside, the small widely-spaced keys are very much like those found on the popular sidekick
range. The addition of a "www./.com" key speeds up entry of web addresses, the dedicated smiley
key makes it easier to use emoticons in your messages. There are also a large number of
other keyboard shortcuts available if you have the willingness to learn them.
Two screens and two keypads means that the phone is a little on the heavy side at 4.6
ounces (131 grams), and it measures 4.3 x 2.2 x 0.7 inches (110 x 56 x 19mm). The 960
mAh battery is quoted as giving up to 5.5 hours talktime and 12 days standby time, although
we suspect that is a GSM-only figure.
This is a 1700 MHz UMTS phone with no mention of European 2100 MHz support. In addition,
the Samsung Comeback has quad-band GSM, but it lacks WiFi connectivity.
The Samsung Comeback looks like a good alternative to a Sidekick. Oddly enough, T-Mobile seems
to be competing with T-Mobile in this respect as the Sidekick is also a T-Mobile exclusive.
The Comeback is available right now in "Frost Siver Cherry" and "Pearl White Plum" colour
combinations, which are perhaps better described simply as "red" and "purple".