Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone

Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone Reviews



Overall 4 star rating3.88 of 5 (by 16 users)



Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone Review Summary

Samsung is far from a bit player in the very competitive U.S. cell phone market and the Samsung SCH-A870 cell phone is certainly one of the reasons why. Most of our reviewers laud the multi-colored flip phone; one reviewer stated: “I have no complaints about this phone. I think it is super easy to use for novices and you would not be disappointed with it.” Still another reviewer exclaimed: “The Samsung SCH-A870 is a good phone for the money.” The quad-band Samsung SCH-A870 features a 0.3 megapixel digital camera, and 300 minutes of standby talk time. Read what our community has to say about the Samsung SCH-A870 cell phone.
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Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
AUG
20
2007
I purchased teh sch! 870 about 2 months ago and love it.  I also loved my previous Samsung phone as they have a clear color display, good volume and connection and battery life is decent.  I have no complaints about this phone.  I think it is super easy to use for novices and you would not be dissapointed... read full review »
value conscious, a busy person

leapin4lizards
Mohnton, PA
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1 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
NOV
24
2007

Less than one month after buying this phone brand new it started powering down for no reason. I would notice I haven't received a call for a while so I would check my phone and it would be off! Very frustrating and annoying! I called sprint they were no help, they said you have to contact Samsung...

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quality conscious, a busy person

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Sandy, UT
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Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone Ratings and Reviews

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always online, budget conscious

AUG
15
2009

I chose this phone because it was free with a 2-year contract, and it was dual-mode.  We were living in the boonies at the time and hoped that the ability of the phone to work on analog networks would help.  I'm not sure that it did, but it's a good phone nonetheless.

I talk on the phone a fair amount, but beyond that I do not use any of the cell phone's other features.  I do not text, send/receive pictures, download ringtones, or access the internet via my phone.  This phone does support all of these things (although I'm unsure as to the extent of its internet access), but I cannot review...

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4 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
knitt
Tyler, TX



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Every day computer user

MAR
4
2008

 

       ABOUT THIS CELL PHONE , IT WAS ACCUALLY GIVIN TO ME BY MY SISTER .

      SHE TOLD ME SHE JUST WANTED A MONTHLY PHONE , RIGHT NOW .

      WHICH IS GREAT TOO  I WAS GLAD TO HAVE IT . AFTER LOOKING AT

     THINGS ABOUT THE PHONE , WHAT I DO LOVE ABOUT THE PHONE IS THAT IT HAS

      UNLIMITED MOBILE TO MOBILE WHEN CALLING , OTHER CALLS ARE 5 CENT A MIN.

      IT HAS UNLIMITED NIGHT MIN 9.00 P.M TO 5.59 . A.M  ,AND IS ONLY 5 CENT A MIN.

       PICTURE MESSAGES , AND 25 CENT FOR MOBILE MESSAGES  THE ONLY THING I 

       DON'T TO MUCH LIKE IS THAT...

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4 star rating
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fwash7
Biloxi, MS



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SEP
7
2008

Samsung - SCH-A870 Cell Phone

Got this as my Verizon Wireless upgrade last fall after much research. Liked the fact that it had a speaker you could use with the phone closed. Over all, I like it but it has a few quirks. The biggest downside is that often times the phone winds up on speaker when it's closed and I have no idea! The phone rings and I don't answer it and all of a sudden I hear someone saying hello! The phone answers the call and they can hear my background conversation and that is NOT good since I use this phone to forward my business line after hours! The other downside is that you...

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3 star rating
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exbrooklyn
Somerset, NJ



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Every day computer user, somewhat tech savvy, txtng dly

AUG
4
2008
The Samsung SCH-A870 is a good phone for the money. There aren't many bells and whistles which tend to increase the cost of a phone while not necessarily increasing the quality. It's a very lightweight phone and not super-thin or tiny which can be an annoyance in my opinion. You can text with this phone and there are several emoticons to choose from. However, if you are an avid texter, this phone may not be for you as you may begin wondering mid-text why you didn't just call instead.
4 star rating
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Pandora-08
Ashland City, TN



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reliant on my phone, usually just making or receiving a call

AUG
22
2007
If you use Verizon, this is a good looking phone that is comfortable to use and inexpensive, especially when they are offering twofer deals. It took me a bit longer--and more use of the manual--to learn how to use its features than previous phones have taken me.

Major downside: the speakerphone button is on the side, and it is easy to hit by mistake. Then you suddenly realize the whole world is listening to your conversation partner.

4 star rating
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sandstep
Berkeley, CA



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practical, Experienced Parent, usually just making or receiving a call, value conscious, Every day computer user, appreciative of good service, a busy person, reliant on my phone

NOV
28
2007
Samsung is a name you can count on. Great reception. The battery has a long talk time. This phone is easy to use. I love the large number clock on the front of the phone, very easy to see the time. Another nice feature is that you can put a picture in the phone so when someone calls you who you have a picture of, it show up. A simple way to screen calls. It is nice and lightweight. And is blue tooth capable.
5 star rating
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scopel
Claysville, PA



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a techie, an early adopter, computer literate

FEB
17
2008
i got this phone as part if the promotion from cingular, the quality is excellent, the lcd is very good, the reception is acceptable. the only problem is the speaker cannot be turned on while the ring is going on. also its difficult to find cell phone cover for this at walmart and target. this is a very good value for money otherwise
4 star rating
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srinidhi1976
Boulder, CO



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technically challenged

OCT
23
2009

I love my Samsung. I think their phones beat the rest, hands-down. Mine has the capacity to make a clear phone call, but doesn't have lots of little gadgets. It is as plain as one would design if one could order a self-designed model. After all, that's what I need a cell to do!


4 star rating
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mspesek
Pelham, AL



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a techie

MAR
9
2008
i've preferred samsung phones from verizon for the past four years, i've tried some of the motorola's but they're not worth the extra cash. this one is small, has great battery life and has taken a beating without giving in. i'd definitely buy it again (if they didn't replace all models every year).
4 star rating
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stevemcqueen
Portland, OR



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computer literate

AUG
4
2008
i have had this cell phone for almost two years.  i had gotten it free when i signed up for my cell plan.  if it wasnt free i would have not gotten it, the phone has great features but the sound volume is poor and sometimes the phone echos, this can be very annoying.
3 star rating
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lavinia18
roseville, MI



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computer literate, a woman, Every day computer user, not rich, married, a mobile phone user, somewhat tech savvy, appreciate nice things

JUL
16
2009

I enjoy using my cell phone from Metro PCS ~ I have a Samsang ~ it is easy to navigate ~ one monthly charge for unlimited talk time ~ selections of phones are great ~ gadgets are also great ~ many to chose from! All around good company!


5 star rating
mspepelepew
Cape Coral, FL



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Every day computer user, somewhat tech savvy, computer literate, txtng dly

JUL
6
2008
i love my phone. it's the best i've had yet and i've had alot of phones. if you're looking for one that's good, durable and has alot of memory, not to mention the media. you've found the right one.
4 star rating
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lilpooh19852000
Jonesboro, AR



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AUG
31
2008
my bf and i share a samsung flip phone and ive dropped it so many times and it still works. it was only 20 bucks at walmart!
5 star rating
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wavie
Brothers, OR



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