The flaws are few and strengths many of this very simple, satisfying flip phone.
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The Samsung SGH-T259 is another one of Sammy's many flip phones, but it's one we grew to like despite a few annoyances.
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Sure press
The large dial pad is easy to see and press, and quite comfortable. The default dial screen displays large numbers as well.
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Sharing isn't caring
The one case with a cell phone where the adage "sharing is caring" falls flat is when the headphone jack and power plug share a single Micro-USB port. You'll need an adapter for wired headsets.
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Camera
The 2-megapixel camera is extremely average; don't sell your digital camera.
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Photo close-up
In our studio shot, photos had a pinkish-gray hue and lacked vibrancy.
