Samsung SGH-A657 photos
The Samsung SGH-A657 has a rugged design with a respectable feature set. Call quality is great, but streaming video quality is unimpressive.
Kent German
Kent was a senior managing editor at CNET News. A veteran of CNET since 2003, he reviewed the first iPhone and worked in both the London and San Francisco offices. When not working, he's planning his next vacation, walking his dog or watching planes land at the airport (yes, really).
Samsung SGH-A657
The Samsung SGH-A657 is shaped like a brick, and built like one, too.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657's display is bright. Rubber sidings run up and down either spine.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657's shell is a tough plastic, but it's covered in a thin rubbery material.
Samsung SGH-A657
On the left spine is the orange push-to-talk button.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657 has tactile controls and keypad buttons.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657 has a sturdy, yet comfortable feel in the hand.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657 is a bit hefty, but it fits easily into a bag.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657's battery cover has a locking mechanism.
Samsung SGH-A657
The SGH-A657 has a bright flashlight on its top end.
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