Samsung E2121

alaTest has collected and analyzed 102 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the value for money and design are on the whole positive. The camera and battery are also appreciated. Many are less positive about the responsiveness and features, and there are some mixed reviews about the connectivity.

usability, battery, camera, design, value for money

features, responsiveness

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Samsung E2121 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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(Based on 102 reviews)

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Amazon review summary for the Samsung E2121

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of the Samsung E2121 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money

67% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Unlocked? United Kingdom does not think so.

 

Bought in advance of a trip to England, but several SIM chips tried upon arrival while at a "CarPhone Warehouse" by a technician (even one from his own phone) DID NOT WORK. Was asked "Are you sure it is Unlocked?" What could I say but that it was...

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Unlocked? United Kingdom does not think so.

 

Bought in advance of a trip to England, but several SIM chips tried upon arrival while at a "CarPhone Warehouse" by a technician (even one from his own phone) DID NOT WORK. Was asked "Are you sure it is Unlocked?" What could I say but that it was...

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Very good.

 

I am from colombia, and I am very nice with my buy, this product are of exelent quality and well made.

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Works fine on ATT

 

Works fine on ATT. This basic model works fine, the battery lasts for what seems like forever. At least a week on standby. The built in FM radio is a nice cheap touch.

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Very good

 

I am from colombia, and I am very nice with my buy, this product are of exelent quality and well made .

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Works fine on ATT

 

Works fine on ATT. This basic model works fine, the battery lasts for what seems like forever. At least a week on standby. The built in FM radio is a nice cheap touch.

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Samsung E2121 review

 

Samsung's latest low-cost mobile, the E2121, takes the same stance as its cheap predecessors and adds some impressive functionality, offering budget buyers music playback, expandable storage and limited photographic opportunities.

Great value for money ; Appealing design ; Expandable memory

Slow Web access ; No 3G

When you're mulling over the purchase of a phone that costs less than your average return train ticket to Heathrow, it's obvious you're not going to be tremendously fussy when it comes to features. That said, the Samsung E2121 provides a startling...

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Samsung E2121B

 

If you are on the lookout for a budget-friendly mobile phone that is not just easy to use but also includes a camera and MP3 player, then the Samsung E2121B is the best choice.

Verdict Overall, the Samsung E2121B is a good bet for people who need a unit with basic phone functions and occasional Internet and photographing facilities.

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Amazon review summary for the Samsung E2121

 

alaTest has collected and analysed 45 user reviews of the Samsung E2121 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Mobile Phones on Amazon.co.uk.

value for money, usability, battery, portability, sound

78% of reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Product Specifications

Camera

Autofocus: No
Built-in Camera: Yes
Built-in Flash: No
Swivel Camera: No
Video Resolution in Pixel:640 x 480 (VGA)

Configuration

Audio Formats : Yes
Audio Playback: Yes
AUDIOFORMATS: Yes
Dual SIM Card: No
GPS Receiver: No
I-Mode: No
Integrated Radio:FM Radio
Integrated TV Tuner: No
Java: Yes
MP3 Playback: Yes
Multi SIM Card: No
Push to Talk: No
Realtone: Yes
User Interface for Text:Telephone Keyboard
Video Client: Yes
XHTML Browser: Yes

Connectivity

A2DP: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes
Infrared Interface: No
Memory Card Slot: Yes
Multi SIM Card: No
Near Field Communication: No
USB: No
WiFi Data Exchange: No

Data Transfer

EDGE:No / Yes
GPRS: Yes
HSCSD: No
HSDPA: No
Technology:GSM/PCN

Display

Display Technology:Colour STN Display
Number of Display Colours:65.536
Number of Displays:1

General Features

Design:Bar
EASY USE PHONE: No
Elderly Friendly Phone: No
Multi Band:Dual Band
Operating System:Others / Proprietary
Operator:EE / LycaMobile / MVNO / O2 / Orange / Sim Free / T-MOBILE / Talk mobile / Tesco MB / Virgin / Vodafone
Product Type:Mobile Phone
Way of Buying:Contract / Prepay Pack / Sim Free

Messaging

E-Mail Functionality:No / Yes
Instant Messaging:No / Yes
Push email: No
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