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Good reception, works well as a cell phone.<br />2. Clumsy phone interface largely corrected with Gingerbread upgrade.<br />3. Small but well built, especially with gel case.<br />4. Don't have to pull battery regularly like I did with BB's. Pretty stable.<br /><br />Cons-<br />1. Internal memory really restricting as many programs can't be transferred to SD card. <br />2. Camera really not that important to me, but it's pretty low end. Lacks flash.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=40098#review40098 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=40098#review40098 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:18:29 GMT <p><i>stellalia submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>1</b> (out of 5)</p><p>At first I thought this phone was good, then about a month passed and it started freezing up on me all the time. I couldn't use the back button or home button at all, it would stay this way for about 10 hours and then it would decide to work again.<br /><br />Now just a few months later I have to plug the phone in just to turn in on, battery life is extremely low and at least a few times a day it beeps like its charging and the icon shows a blinking icon like its charging. Sometimes it just turns off for no apparent reason.<br /><br />Don't go with this cheap o version of an android, you will regret it!</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39799#review39799 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39799#review39799 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:03:46 GMT <p><i>patwackp submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Where should I start?<br />First one I had to be exchanged because it froze up when using an app. <br />Exchanged it at Radio Shack for a new one and since then its been flawless.<br /><br />Bought it for $149.99 and it came withe $20.00 gift card which I used to get a bluetooth headset.<br /><br />Pro's:<br />1) it's 3G<br />2) alot of free app's on android market!<br />3) run's on Sprint<br />4) price of the plan drops to $35 over time!<br />5) sync's to my google account.<br />Con's:<br />1) touch screen hard to get used to.<br />2) screen lock's during call.<br />3) low volume on speaker mode.<br />4) sucky battery life.<br /><br />Other wise, the phone is SWEET!</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39663#review39663 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39663#review39663 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:32:59 GMT <p><i>WonderDude submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Pros:<br />~ It's an Android<br />~ It's small and light<br />~ Has excellent sound quality<br />~ Seems to work quite well most of the time<br />~ It's attached to a fantastically inexpensive yet quite reliable network<br /><br />Cons:<br />~ Freeze quite a bit<br />~ Has very limited storage<br />~ Camera is very lacking<br />~ Resolution is lower than most Android phones<br /><br />Well, I've been with Boost for almost two months now. I live in Huntsville, AL. and so far I am quite happy with this phone and it's service. I used to be with Verizon. So I was worried about coverage. But I'm happy to report that Boost with Sprint's Network seems to work well in my town.<br /><br />This is my first smart phone. The Prevail is good. I wouldn't say it's excellent or even great. But it adequately allows me to experience Android! <br /><br />I love how light and sleek this phone is! I found the perfect holster for it, which makes the transfer from my old flip phone even more seamless.<br /><br />It does freeze quite a bit. But when it does freeze, all you have to do is hold down the power button for about ten seconds or until it restarts. <br /><br />I do wish it had more storage. Whenever, I find a new app, I have to consider removing another app to make room.<br /><br />The camera is very lacking! There is no focus (i.e. bar-code scanner apps won't work). There is no flash (i.e. flashlight apps won't work). Video recording seems to work Ok. Overall the pictures are decent at best. If you're really into taking pictures, my advice is to get a different phone or just go get yourself a nice little point-n-shoot. ;)<br /><br />All in all I'd have to say that this phone has changed my life. I Don’t know how I'd live without it now. And even though the phone itself is on the very low end of the spectrum as far as Android phones go, being connected to an unlimited everything phone plan that ultimately costs in its entirety about as much as most other company's data plans, makes this phone, at least for me, the smartest choice for choosing a smart phone.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39602#review39602 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39602#review39602 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:27:22 GMT <p><i>alteredstate submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>1</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I got this phone for my girlfriend to replace her LG Optimus V. The LG was unable to send text messages from certain locations. Knowing the Prevail was on the same network, I took a chance and it paid off. Sort of. The phone did prove to be able to send and receive messages in locations the Optimus V was not. Unfortunately as soon as we paired her bluetooth the problems began. The phone became extremely slow and started freezing up. Had to pull the battery often. Once the bluetooth was turned off it got better. *** UPDATE *** Phone eventually became practically unusable even without Bluetooth. This is a really bad phone even for entry level and I would suggest a different phone.<br /><br />Pros: <br />Decent call quality<br /><br />Works where another comparable Android would not<br /><br />Decent camera with adequate lighting (2 vs 3 mega-pixels for a cell phone is irrelevant unless your taking pictures for National Geographic or something)<br /><br />Cons:<br />Freezes with bluetooth<br /><br />Too little internal memory</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39563#review39563 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39563#review39563 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:56:17 GMT <p><i>cbarnes3121 submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>2</b> (out of 5)</p><p>i wouldnt recommend this phone to anybody over the age of 18. this phone freezes alot and the touch isnt responsive as it should be.179.00 for a phone that has a 2.0 camera i paid 19.00 for a phone from net10 that does almost everything this phone does so i would say prepaid or not keep ya money in ya pocket and get a cheap phone with same specs</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39545#review39545 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39545#review39545 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 20:17:16 GMT <p><i>nucomr submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>3</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I have read most of the reviews and seems like no one has had any problems with their galaxy prevail as yet. I have experienced my phone shutting down on its own, freezing and problems with my bluetooth, no sound. Am I the only one with these problems? I just got it on 6/26/11 I don't think I should be having problems at this early date. I like this phone very much it is very handy.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39508#review39508 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39508#review39508 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:39:03 GMT <p><i>crazyguy57 submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I've had the phone for a month and love it. You can't really ask for much more. I would put it up against any of the more expensive android phones any day.<br /><br /><br />Pros<br /><br />Bright Sharp Screen<br />Good performance<br />Light weight<br />Good signal (atlanta)<br />Great Data performance<br />Solid stable Software<br />fast processor with great response to screen shifts<br /><br /><br />Cons<br /><br />2.0 mega pixel Camera (pictures are just as good as girlfriends lg 3.2 mega pixel android)<br />no mobile hotspot<br />Screen could be a little bit bigger<br />internal memory really low (you would have to move everything possible to sd)<br /><br /><br /><br />For the money its a great buy and useful phone with many great features. plus, you can't for get the best least expensive everything included plan on the market.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39407#review39407 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39407#review39407 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 03:27:22 GMT <p><i>biship_g submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>1.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>REALLY UPSET RYT NOW =(<br />ITS DOING NOTHING I JUST TOKE 1 BACK AN HR AGO SMFH<br />BACK TO MY I1.<br /><br />DAMMMMN</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39282#review39282 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39282#review39282 Tue, 24 May 2011 02:41:13 GMT <p><i>Nadesico81 submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I got this phone as soon as Radio Shack unpacked it out of a shipment. The sales man knew nothing of the phone beside it was for Boost. As soon as we opened it switched out my old iDen i465. It was apparent the phone is worth its weight in gold. <br /><br />Signal is strong but it tend to hunt for 3G data when it has one bar of signal. The phone looks sexy cool for a only 179.00 at that price if you brake the phone it does not cost too much to replace the handset. The phone is not over loaded with un needed software pre loaded. The android interface is simple yet efficient. The touch screen could be a little bit more intuitive but for the price point this can be over looked. <br /><br />Pros<br /><br />Good looking phone <br />Sharp Screen <br />Good Price Point <br />good Value for the money and monthly plan<br />Solid stable software with very few glitches<br />Clear sounding phone conversations. <br />Wifi Performance is better then most. <br />Texting is much better then most other Boost phones. <br /><br />Cons<br /><br />3G data is spotty when it has only 1 bar of service. (Voice service does not seem to be effected when it only has 1 bar.)<br />Battery life is a bit lagging when using high end 3G or data. (This is to be expected.) <br />Screen could be a little bit bigger and more responsive.<br /><br />The Prevail is the best phone for Boost hands down. It has all the bells and whistles of a high end phone with out the high end price or contract. It may have some minor flaws but Boost did its home work and the prevail sits atop of the pile when it comes to no contract phones. <br />Virtual key board is a bit small</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39279#review39279 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39279#review39279 Mon, 23 May 2011 20:09:13 GMT <p><i>KingPhoneReviewer submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>1</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Basic entry level android phone. <br /><br />Pros<br />- cheap for a "galaxy"<br /><br />cons<br />- only a 2mp camera<br />- feels like a toy in weight<br />- screen could have been much bigger<br />- coverage gives my friends an error message at times, saying something to the effect that it is searching for me, but send them directly to voice mail. <br />- really low memory<br /><br />Not really worthy of being part of galaxy name in my opinion.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39231#review39231 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39231#review39231 Fri, 13 May 2011 03:49:23 GMT <p><i>cynicaldreams submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Have owned this phone for about a week now, and so far it's been a steal at $180.<br /><br />PROS:<br /><br />-Good battery life for a smart phone<br /><br />-Android 2.2 (a rarity for samsung)<br /><br />-Really bright screen, for a non-SAMOLED phone,<br /><br />-Clear calls, neat sounds<br /><br />-Good signal in the Metro Charlotte area, even through the usual Sprint Black Hole by University City.<br /><br />-Pretty lightweight; doesn't feel like a brick.<br /><br /><br />CONS:<br /><br />-2MP camera. I believe it's the lowest quality camera for an android phone.<br /><br />-Low memory: Just have to remember to store as much as possible on the SD card.<br /><br /><br /><br />In short, the few cons I have with this phone were just necessities to make it as cheap as possible, but with that aside, I love this phone!</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39230#review39230 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39230#review39230 Thu, 12 May 2011 21:38:30 GMT <p><i>JRWireless submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Boost has finally gotten it right. Create a great pricing plan for unlimited talk, text, and web and then throw in a phone that can handle all of the apps you can throw at it and you have a combination for a great marriage! Consider the Boost Shrinkage plan that can get you all that for $35 bucks and it's a no-brainer!<br /><br />The Samsung Galaxy Prevail is the latest Android phone to hit the mobile market for Boost. It has a 3.2" HVGA screen that is unbelievably crisp. It's responsive to the touch and easy to use. It has the 2.2 FROYO OS from Google, and works on the 3G network. The network speed was comfortably fast and can handle all kinds of traffic. The handset comes with a 2GmicroSD card and can handle up to 32G. It has a micro USB charger port. It has access to GMail and Google Talk, 2MP camera and video, Built-in music player, Wi-Fi enabled and Advanced GPS<br /><br />All-in-all this phone is a grand slam for Boost, and is very difficult to get your hands on. Hopefully Boost has enough foresight to prepare for the heavy demands of this handset and will have plenty in stock, unlike some handsets of the past.<br /><br />Some of the cons are that this device will not be able to act as a mifi hotspot, like most Androids can. Also, we found a glitch in one, in that it would not allow the phone to unlock after making a call to voicemail or any call, for that matter. hat it turned out to be was that the function for the power button to end the call was activated, although it didn't appear to be checked in the "accessibility" option under settings. Choose "cancel" and then you'll see the option. TURN IT ON (check), and then TURN IT BACK OFF (uncheck) to reset how the phone power button handles the call when pressed.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39207#review39207 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=3131&r=39207#review39207 Fri, 06 May 2011 04:59:58 GMT <p><i>FloDiesel submitted this review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>3.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I received this phone on Monday May 2 . To my surprise this is a amazing little phone<br />Pros :<br />call quality<br />downloads<br />speed<br />easy use<br />screen bright<br /><br />Cons:<br />screen size should been larger<br />volume for music<br />battery<br />no speed dial list<br />But overall good just as good as some of the more upscale android phones</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/articles/article.php?a=7912#from-phone-3131 http://www.phonescoop.com/articles/article.php?a=7912#from-phone-3131 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:58:50 GMT <img src="http://img.phonescoop.com/img/a/f/7912_150_q_a44c78d64a3fa3dd75f10676298d3d50.jpg?bhbavr=1" width="150" height="150" alt="" border="0" /> <p>We just published our In-Depth Review of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail / Precedent.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to read.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=3131