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Samsung Magnet
March 30, 2009

 

The Magnet is an incredibly slim orange and black bar-shaped device that will appeal to teens who need a low-cost, quick messaging phone. The Magnet features a WAP browser and integrated camera in its sleek package.

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Tags: Samsung, CTIA2009, Samsung Magnet,
Posted in Wireless Products | 94 Comments »

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94 Responses to “Samsung Magnet”

1. Admin says:

   2010-04-13 11:43:12.0

   Please contact Samsung Customer Care for troubleshooting - http://www.samsung.com/us/info/contactus.html. Thank you.

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2. Leah says:

   2010-03-21 00:27:33.0

   dude, i have that phone! dont try sticking it to the fridge.. i learned that the hard way.. but its really an awesome phone! <3

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3. says:

   2010-03-19 13:35:44.0

   Every time certain people call (Dad and best friend) when I press the answer button, the entire phone just starts shutting down. What's the deal? Also, the typing mode changes every time I go to start a new text. It always goes to abc instead of Abc. P.S. The phone does come in black/blue if y ou buy the pre-paid version.

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4. Tori Golightly says:

   2010-03-19 13:31:42.0

   You have to press the function (Fn) button and THEN the !/, button to get just an exclamation point.

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5. Momoney34 says:

   2010-03-16 21:44:06.0

   Well If you drop ANY phone in water it's gonna get effed up?

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6. nick says:

   2010-02-21 17:11:07.0

   When I connect my Magnet to my computer, New PC Studio says "SIM Card has not been inserted" but the SIM card is in the phone. Help?

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7. Amber says:

   2010-02-11 18:34:23.0

   The ascending ringtone is really annoying..Is there ANY possible way to turn this off?????

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8. Jon says:

   2010-02-05 17:19:12.0

   Bluetooth file transfer is not supported, neither is memory expansion. So, the only way to actually get ring tones, graphics, etc is to buy them from AT&T? Isn't that convenient. >.<

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9. Admin says:

   2010-02-04 15:35:32.0

   At this time, we don't have any information on an update for the Samsung Magnet.

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10. Admin says:

    2010-02-04 15:32:28.0

    We apologize that you are having trouble with your phone. We recommend you contact Samsung Customer Care for assistance: http://www.samsung.com/us/info/contactus.html. If you use Twitter, you can direct your question to @SamsungService.

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11. Admin says:

    2010-02-04 15:24:57.0

    We recommend you find out if you have an emergency number programmed in your phone. You can view the list of Service Dialing Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider. These numbers include emergency numbers, customer service numbers, and directory inquiries. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key, then select Address Book ➔ Service Number. Scroll through the numbers by using the Up or Down Navigation key. For further information about SDN, we recommend you contact AT&T Customer Service, http://www.wireless.att.com/support/.

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12. Admin says:

    2010-01-19 12:42:53.0

    We appreciate your suggestions and we will be sure to pass them on to the appropriate people at Samsung.

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13. Admin says:

    2010-01-19 12:41:52.0

    Thank you for your comment and we apologize you are having trouble with your Samsung Magnet. We recommend you contact Samsung Customer Care for assistance: 1-888-987-HELP(4357). Thank you.

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14. brittany says:

    2010-01-16 15:34:36.0

    why cant my computer find the samsung magnet when i put in the belkin usb cord that samsung sent me i put in the usb cord then pluged it to my phone and clicked on the found new hardware i click next and then next again and a little magnifying glass is floating over a computer icon and then it says can not install device (code1) idk wut is wrong pls help give me an answer pls

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15. says:

    2010-01-15 21:21:07.0

    super lame, i didnt think they still made phones without file transfer capabilities, yet still carries the bluetooth. At least you could of put in a usb port somewhere so we could get our pictures off it.

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16. Cu says:

    2010-01-11 20:40:07.0

    Is there a way to disable the "SOS" feature? How does that even work? I was away one time and got a call back saying that I had called 911 but didn't; it called by itself.

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17. Courtney says:

    2010-01-02 23:47:46.0

    My phone will turn on without the sim card but once you turn it on with the sim card in it, it will only go to the AT&T symbol and shut off but then repeat itself

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18. joshua says:

    2009-12-31 03:54:08.0

    can i update the bluetooth to 2.0 if a update comes out and if i get a full mp3 song will it play it??????

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19. zach says:

    2009-12-30 22:14:07.0

    orange is awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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20. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 17:26:08.0

    We apologize that you are having issues. You can review the user manual and support site on Samsung.com. Here is a direct link to the Magnet page: http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/mobile/mobile-phones/at-t-phones/SGH-A257URAATT/index.idx?pagetype=prd_detail&tab=support

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21. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 17:03:43.0

    The Magnet can't share files via Bluetooth, but thank you for your comments. We will be sure to share them to the appropriate parties at Samsung directly.

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22. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 17:03:20.0

    The Magnet can't share files via Bluetooth, but thank you for your comments. We will be sure to share them to the appropriate parties at Samsung directly.

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23. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 16:47:12.0

    The Magnet does not allow you to share files via Bluetooth.

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24. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 16:20:05.0

    Thanks for your comment about the Samsung Magnet. The phone does not have a microSD card slot and or music playing capabilities; however you can play mp3 ringtones.

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25. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 16:18:51.0

    Since this is not a Samsung supported service, we'd recommend you contact AT&T Customer Service at 1-800-331-0500.

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26. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 16:06:11.0

    The Magnet can pair with a Bluetooth headset, but there aren't any Bluetooth file sharing capabilities.

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27. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 15:49:49.0

    We'd recommend you contact AT&T Customer Care to help address your issues: 1-800-331-0500.

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28. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 15:46:23.0

    Unfortunately, you can't connect your Magnet to your laptop. If there is something specific you are looking to do, please let us know and we can try to help. Thanks!

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29. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 15:38:48.0

    We apologize that you are having trouble accessing your photos on the Magent. We'd recommend you contact AT&T Customer Care or visit your local AT&T store to see if they can assist with retrieving the photos.

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30. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 15:19:25.0

    Thanks for your comments about the Samsung Magnet. The phone does not have a microSD card slot and or music playing capabilities; however you can play mp3 ringtones.

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31. Admin says:

    2009-12-28 15:03:01.0

    Thanks for your feedback. We will pass it on to Samsunf Customer Care. Thank you.

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32. Upset says:

    2009-12-24 01:36:37.0

    The magnet has too many annoying features such as the ascending ringtone, the beeping every time the phone is unlocked or saves something, and the inability to receive regular size audio or ringtone messages. The bluetooth really is annoying because even if you can find the headset to connect to it, you still cannot share using bluetooth.

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33. chomka says:

    2009-12-13 00:10:33.0

    I just got the magnet and I tryed to put songs in, but I just couldnt figure out spent hours. And wondering is it even possible?

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34. Tricia1 says:

    2009-12-08 11:07:33.0

    I bought this magnet for my daughter thinking its a great color because she loves the longhorns. Well We have this phone it has not place for a memory card and she has lost all her pics because she dropped it in water and it started to act up. I cant get the pictures off of the phone without it taking hrssssssssssssss. Someone please help me.

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35. corey watson says:

    2009-12-07 21:50:46.0

    phones isnt worth it cant bluetooth files and cant use my memory card dammit

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36. curious says:

    2009-12-05 20:38:30.0

    is there anyway i can connect my magnet to my laptop

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37. alex says:

    2009-12-04 18:50:32.0

    i have a samsung magnet and when i go to turn it on it wont go past the att symbol, but when u take out the sim card it works

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38. Herb says:

    2009-12-01 21:32:41.0

    I was just wondering if this phone still doesn't have Bluetooth capabilities such as file sharing for ringtones etc, I'm really interested in this phone but it would be a major turn off besides the color obviously

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39. Carleeighh says:

    2009-11-29 23:29:06.0

    I signed up for a ring tone website when you get free ring tones sent to your phone but i dont know how to add them to my audio. Can you help me with directions?

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40. DLH says:

    2009-11-29 20:54:25.0

    can u upload music on the samsung magnet?

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41. Lauren says:

    2009-11-22 11:04:02.0

    How do you get ringtones from other phones via Bluetooth?

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42. Chayan says:

    2009-11-19 22:09:26.0

    I really love this phone and all but the only problem i have is why can`t i transfer pics or music on it. I don`t even really care bout the extra memory, but what i wanted the most was bluetooth and it won`t pair with any other phones. Samsung or AT&T advertise this phone as something and when u purchase it, it is something else. Now i`m having regrets ever buying it

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43. Austin says:

    2009-11-19 17:21:48.0

    I'm so mad that the Magnet's bluetooth won't connect with other people!!!!!!!!!! Can I have some help?

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44. BAD says:

    2009-11-09 13:50:21.0

    How do you load the MP3 ringtones? I downloaded the PC Studio Suite form Samsung and have been on the phone ever since with AT&T as well as Samsung. There really is no help at either place. All I really want to do is get the USB cord to connect PC Suite to my phone but it doesn'e work...and believe me, I have made an abundance of calls. I even went into our local AT&T store this weekend...they have no odea on how to help. Where is there complete information on the PC Suite and how to get it to work? Samsung told me I received the wrong USB Cord...I bought the correct one and guess what? IT STILL DOESN'T WORK. Any complete information anywhere on connectivivy of this Samsung Magnet to PC?

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45. admin says:

    2009-09-23 11:33:30.0

    You can download ringtones on the Magnet. We apologize you are having trouble. We recommend you contact AT&T Customer Service for information, 1-800-331-0500 for troubleshooting.

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46. admin says:

    2009-09-23 11:32:32.0

    You can change the overall sound setting to No Sounds or Vibrate to turn off the greeting sound.

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47. admin says:

    2009-09-23 11:32:02.0

    Thanks for your comment!

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48. admin says:

    2009-08-26 18:06:50.0

    We apologize that you are having difficulties with your Magnet. For general troubleshooting, please contact Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-HELP(4357)

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49. admin says:

    2009-08-26 18:06:12.0

    We apologize that you are having difficulties with your Impression. For general troubleshooting, please contact Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-HELP(4357).

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50. admin says:

    2009-08-26 18:05:38.0

    The Magnet comes in black, however it is a pre-paid version. At this time, we don’t have any information about updated color options. You can pair your Magnet with a Bluetooth headset and it does have Mobile E-mail capabilities.

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51. Aurora says:

    2009-08-21 02:09:39.0

    I've been trying to get a ringtone off the AT&T website for about 30 mins. now and it keeps saying that the device doesn't support any of the music tones. Is this true or is AT&T just mixing something up?

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52. G says:

    2009-08-21 02:05:20.0

    How do you mute the volume of the greeting sound in the beginning when you're turning the phone on?

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53. Cinnamon says:

    2009-08-20 14:59:30.0

    The slate was an awesome phone. IDK why they stopped making it. My son had one and dropped it in water (completely submerged) about 9 times and it STILL worked great! I just went to do an insurance claim on it and they stopped making it. I got the Magnet in replace of it because it is the closest thing to it. So far, everything is about the same with the two.

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54. Simba says:

    2009-08-17 14:02:45.0

    My phone dosen't find any bluetooth devices, not even my headset.

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55. admin says:

    2009-08-12 18:11:34.0

    There are different ringtone profiles for the Magnet. Check out page Page 51, section 7 in the User Manual. You can also find it online here: http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/200904/20090429014635203/att_a257_magnet_ug_eng.pdf.

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56. Veronica says:

    2009-08-11 21:44:28.0

    I just got this phone and its data cable and I downloaded the program I need and I still cant connect it to my laptop.\r\n\r\nIs there anything that could be done?

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57. Paul says:

    2009-08-06 16:10:05.0

    I am consideriing purchasing this phone. I've had a Nokia 6010 for almost 5 years now and is finally dying. I like the fact this phone is fairly simple (I only text occasionally, don't need music or other extras...I'm in my 50's) Are they planning any other color besides orange? I'm colorblind, but still orange is pretty ugly. Also, the comments about bluetooth....all I need is "hands free" operation. I assume this will be ok?\r\nAlso, if I'm going to have online capability, will I beable to access my Hotmail account?

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58. admin says:

    2009-07-28 15:41:51.0

    You can download Ringtones on the Magnet through AT&T, but there isn’t an option to add additional ringtones.

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59. Wondering says:

    2009-07-23 18:38:23.0

    i really like this phone,although not having bluetooth is a bummer. i was wondering though,if there is any possible way to turn the increasing ring tone off. the increasing ring tone really drives me crazy and i didnt know it was gonna be like that when i got the phone,so if anybody can tell me if or how you can do that,i would really appreciate it .

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60. jennifer says:

    2009-07-22 15:13:27.0

    i thought it was a really cool phone, and bought it becuase my samsung propel was stolen. but if you really like this but want bluetooth and different colors and a memory card slot i suggest the Samsung Propel. wayyyy better phone. and the magnet is really delayed...

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61. admin says:

    2009-07-17 12:59:55.0

    We recommend you contact Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-HELP(4357) or AT&T Customer Service at 1-800-331-0500. They can help you determine the best headset for the Magnet.

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62. admin says:

    2009-07-17 12:50:02.0

    We’re glad you are enjoying the Magnet. Unfortunately, at this time, there is no update for the Bluetooth profiles.

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63. Truth says:

    2009-07-17 01:17:36.0

    No, you don't get it. You can't do anything with it except use a wireless headset. That's it. No sharing of any kind.

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64. Skylar says:

    2009-07-16 16:08:59.0

    I really like this phone a lot. It's really nice and I want to buy it. But I hate the orange! There needs to be an all black one, or preferably, instead of orange: white!

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65. Jeannie says:

    2009-07-14 14:22:15.0

    Is there any way at all, besides purchasing ringtones from the phone, to get ringtones onto tjhe phone? I have the Samsung Magnet also, and I really like it. I just got it yesterday. The many alarms are a great feature. Yet, I love to personalize my ringtones. Please help!!! \r\n\r\nThank you very much

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66. cvaz says:

    2009-07-12 19:33:16.0

    Is it at all possible to upgrade the bluetooth on this phone so that it is compatible? I love it alot, but I dont have internet capability so I have no way of getting my pictures on my computer or ringtones.....if I had know that this was the case I prob would have thought twice about getting it as much as I love it

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67. michelled says:

    2009-07-07 21:10:28.0

    so I will have to buy a headset to be able to bluetooth then? does it have to be a certain kind of headset? Once I have that I will be able to get ringtones from everyone then?

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68. Stephanie says:

    2009-07-07 12:14:58.0

    I bought this phone and really enjoy it. The only thing that's slightly annoying me is that it won't remember my text mode. I like to text using T9Abc, but after the first sentence it goes back to all lower case (abc) which is annoying.

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69. Rona says:

    2009-07-06 20:47:22.0

    Bummed about the Samsung Magnet not having Bluetooth besides pairing with a headset. Not what I signed up for when the phone was advertised as having Bluetooth. We have some items that need to be transferred between phones and now we can't do that.

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70. admin says:

    2009-06-25 18:38:10.0

    We apologize that you are having trouble with your Samsung Magnet. For general troubleshooting issues, we recommend you contact Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-HELP(4357).

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71. jessie says:

    2009-06-24 20:49:15.0

    i am SOOOO excited to get this phone in the mail, but i have heard few bad things about i and im worried i have made the right choice, like the fact that it doesn't support gmail (at&t's fault) and that the keyboard is too small!!! also the issues that users have brought up above concern me... and i do wish that it would come in different colors and that they will make better looking cases..... does the sim card come with the phone???

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72. taefrogg says:

    2009-06-20 16:29:02.0

    okayy, so i'm having an issue :// in the Other Files folder place thingy, there is no options menu, like the manual says there is supposed to be. and i have tried like any way i can, but i can't create folders in there LIKE YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO BE ABLE TO DO! which means i can't save audio or pictures sent to me in text messages :// just wondering if anyone had the same freaking problem!! ;D

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73. nuddin says:

    2009-06-11 12:11:12.0

    Samsung apologizes for the confusion and we will take your concerns to the Customer Care team.

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74. admin says:

    2009-06-11 11:13:35.0

    Thanks for being a fan of the Samsung Magnet! The Magnet’s Bluetooth capabilities only support hands-free headsets. For general trouble shooting and to address the issues you have experiencing with the keyboard, please contact Samsung Mobile’s Customer Care Center at 1-888-987-HELP (4357).

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75. nuddin says:

    2009-06-11 10:56:42.0

    There is no setting option on the Magnet to move the time and date bar on the top of the screen.

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76. Corinna says:

    2009-06-07 16:05:21.0

    There is a bar across the top of the phone that displays the day and date on one side and the time on the other side. Is there any way to move this bar to the bottom of the display screen or delete it altogether? I have downloaded a picture to use as my wallpaper and the placement of this bar covers up the most important part of the picture. Thank you for your assistance.

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77. Mallory says:

    2009-06-04 18:10:14.0

    Why is "File Transfer" an option under bluetooth if it's not supported?!?!

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78. admin says:

    2009-06-03 10:20:48.0

    The Magnet has a Bluetooth profile to support hands-free headsets. It doesn’t support file or contact transfers.

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79. Andrew says:

    2009-05-30 23:04:45.0

    I just got this phone, and i really really like it. the battery life is so far incredible. i wish you could view pictures youve taken full-screen though (unless i haven't figured out how). However, I am wondering if anyone has the same strange problems i do. First, i cannot type an (!) with the keyboard. when i press and hold the comma (,) button, it types a comma, and THEN an exclamation. also, if i type a period, and then type two spaces, it throws in a second period. cannot get the bluetooth to recognize any other phones, or vice versa. its driving me nuts! will it only allow me to connect to a headset?

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80. admin says:

    2009-05-29 11:01:31.0

    The Magnet does use a SIM card; however, there is no microSD memory card slot.

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81. admin says:

    2009-05-29 11:00:42.0

    Thanks for being a Samsung fan!

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82. admin says:

    2009-05-29 10:59:58.0

    Thanks for your comments about the Samsung Magnet. The phone does not have a microSD card slot and or music playing capabilities; however you can play mp3 ringtones. The OS is similar to the Samsung Propel and currently the only color available in the post-paid version is orange.

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83. Dorthy says:

    2009-05-28 16:04:58.0

    Any idea why my Magnet won't recognize others' bluetooth? I haven't been able to share anything/transfer from my old phone.

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84. jimmy says:

    2009-05-26 21:17:31.0

    how come my post didn't go? i want to know if you can upgrade it with a micro sd card slot! also, is there a music interface like the samsung a737?? also, I don't want a prepaid version mr. admin! i want a regular samsung magnet, and I'm sure that everyone else with an actual contract that needs to be renewed wants different colors NOT in a prepaid cell. but the sgh a177 would be the phone I would get if I was going the prepaid route. MMMMMMM I really love the setup and menus most samsung devices have. I think that I've memorized, it makes sense unlike other phone menus/os for lack of a better word.

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85. Margarita says:

    2009-05-26 10:56:46.0

    Can't wait to get mine this week in the mail! My FAVE color--it's very euro looking to me--way to go Samsung! It is also reminiscent of a Sony-Erricson phone in the same color. Can't wait to hold it in my hand since it looks very ergonomic and the texture is very appealing. What kind of accessories will be available? I would be interested in a clear iPod-like case, especially for screen protection, and a matching wireless earpiece, hopefully as affordable as the phone.

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86. jimmy says:

    2009-05-25 20:19:46.0

    doesn't this have a micro sd slot? this is a deal breaker for me. and doesn't it play music? doesn't it have the same os (that's what i'd call it. software, whatever) that the samsung propel has? the music and micro sd slot are completely important to me. i would never buy a phone without those two, and im sure that many teenagers feel the same way. Of course this isn't a music phone, but who doesn't like to just play some of your favorite songs when you want? or load many pictures or ringtones onto it? I do.

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87. Kelsey says:

    2009-05-15 19:42:27.0

    Does anyone know if there is a Sim card slot in this phone?

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88. admin says:

    2009-05-13 14:40:03.0

    There is a pre-paid version of the Magnet, the SGH-a177, that is available in a black color option. Check out www.att.com/wireless for more info.

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89. adria says:

    2009-05-11 17:28:34.0

    PLEASE different colors. Black or white. Adults will want this phone too.

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90. admin says:

    2009-04-28 09:44:23.0

    An exact launch date for the Samsung Magnet hasn’t been set, but look for it in the coming weeks at AT&T!

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91. Sam says:

    2009-04-25 15:33:36.0

    Does anyone know when the Magnet will come out? I just want to know because my contract goes up in June and I will need a new phone.

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92. Rylie says:

    2009-04-23 20:04:15.0

    I agree with Jennifer and Paco. They should make it in other colors, too. Like maybe a light blue or lime green. It kind of looks like a BlackBerry, but I like that. I'm going to get this phone when it comes out :)

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93. Jennifer says:

    2009-04-22 20:29:29.0

    It reminds me of the Pantech Slate, only I know Samsung is a great company so I would probably choose the Magnet over the Slate. And I agree with Paco - I would love to see it in other colors. The only thing I would add to it is a micro SD slot and a music player because teens like to put a lot of music on their phones.

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94. Pacó-del-tacó says:

    2009-04-07 06:17:31.0

    Wow. That's really sleek. Just looks like a fatter, smaller screen black-berry. Idk, looks cheap I'll comend you for that, but could use different colors if your trying to appeal to teens. Follow LG, they've got the idea.

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