custom said:
Of the three slider phones offered by at&t the samsung 737, lg shine, and SE 580, what one would you reccomend and why?

Neither. Buy an unlocked n95 instead and save your ugrade for a more worthy phone.Or get the upgrade and sell the subsidized phone as new to help with the cost of the Nokia.


If you must choose from the above go with the SE. You will find the subsidized price is not worth it though becasue of the $50 credit card rebate. I don't buy anything that has a rebate involved. Either discount the product or don't.

If you have settled on these three, I would go with the W580i. The W580i has a good camera, walkman software & is easy to navigate.

The Shine is difficult to navigate with the tiny joystick. It doesnt have a traditional DPad like other phones. Also, the phone keypad locks randomly while you are using the phone. I found these 2 factors to be quite frustrating when using the phone.

The A737 doesnt have as good camera or screen.

I suggest you use PhoneScoops phone comparison to view the tech differences. Then GO TO A STORE and actively use them. Physically using them will give you an idea of how you will like the phone...

I would get the sony, it is the best value by far considering it comes with a data cable and some killer headphones. It also has the most features, is easy to use, and has much better battery life than the shine. If you are a serious user get the sony, the samsung is for kids and the shine is only for looks!