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The dead-simple Samsung Entro (pictures)

If a stripped-down, back-to-basics phone is what you want, this $15 off-contract cellie is your answer.

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Samsung Entro: A price to flip for

It's $15, you'll never have to sign a contract, and rate plans start as low as $20. You can't really get any cheaper than the Samsung Entro for Virgin Mobile.
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Sometimes you need a little simplicity

Simplicity isn't a bad thing. The handset reliably handled calls during my tests, and sent and received messages just fine. The thing is, there's not much beyond the basics.
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Dial pad

The phone's dial pad keys were spacious and comfortable, and I love the quick-access buttons for speakerphone and for voice actions.
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Sturdy hinge

A stopper on the Entro's hinge keeps the parts from banging together.
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Pocketable

A little chunky by today's standards, the Entro nevertheless smoothly glides into pockets. Catch the full Samsung Entro review here.

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