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Samsung A551

Samsung A551
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alaScore 82

24 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 reviews of Samsung A551. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Comments about the price and usability are on the whole positive. The durability and reliability are also mentioned favorably, but many are less positive about the performance and camera.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Samsung A551 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

A mid-range handset built specifically for use on Telstra's Next G network, the Samsung A551 is a solid, but not outstanding phone.

Build quality, access to Next G services, call quality, comfortable keypad

Proprietary headphone and USB port, no included microSD card, no outstanding features

The A551 is a solid, but not outstanding mobile phone. It does a relatively basic job and access to the Next G services is notable, but there is nothing that sticks out about this handset.

Dec, 2007
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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

A mid-range handset built specifically for use on Telstra's Next G network, the Samsung A551 is a solid, but not outstanding phone.

Build quality, access to Next G services, call quality, comfortable keypad

Proprietary headphone and USB port, no included microSD card, no outstanding features

The A551 is a solid, but not outstanding mobile phone. It does a relatively basic job and access to the Next G services is notable, but there is nothing that sticks out about this handset.

Oct, 2007
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Expert review by : Joseph Hanlon (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

As Next G handsets go, the A551 isn't the best, nor is it the worst. Its middle of the road design and feature set is matched by a mid-range price tag.

HSDPA data speeds ; Next G services ; Mid-range price point

MicroSD expandable memory ; LCD display has poor viewing angle

In terms of outright expense, the A551 sits in the middle of Telstra's current range. At the time of writing, Telstra offers the A551 on a $30 plan or for AU$559 as an upfront cost. This seems a hefty charge for what is essentially a basic handset with...

May, 2008
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Expert review by : Joseph Hanlon (zdnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

As Next G handsets go, the A551 isn't the best, nor is it the worst. Its middle of the road design and feature set is matched by a mid-range price tag.

May, 2008
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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide_com_au)

Samsung A551

 

Build quality, access to Next G services, call quality, comfortable keypad

Proprietary headphone and USB port, no included microSD card, no outstanding features

The A551 is a solid, but not outstanding mobile phone. It does a relatively basic job and access to the Next G services is notable, but there is nothing that sticks out about this handset.

Dec, 2007
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

I have had this phone for just over a year and um i don't likeit anymore due to the 1.3 mp camera dodgey, the slide is now out of fashion, and everyone has this phone not a good status symbolalthough it is quite hardy and everything you need if you...

cheap, slid, compact, stilish at the time

dates, camera (horrible), no memory, slow, music

Apr, 2010
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

If you want to run this great Phone on different than Telstra Network - you can use this great services :

Jan, 2010
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

The a551 is an affordable telstra next phone, pricing at only $149AU. it has a decent music player, fast internet speed, decent screen size: 2.1". The camera takes clear pictures with a low file size and a front camera usable that actually takes photos...

3G, battery life, keypad, camera(s), screen size, speaker and music player

organiser is too basic (for me anyway)

Nov, 2009
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

this phone is a must-buy!

easy to use, good music player

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Oct, 2009
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)

Samsung A551

 

its a really great phone i had this phone till i updated and it was really good though it looks a bit dorky and a bit behind the other phones that were out its still a great phone.

battery life and fast internet

looks a bit dorky

Oct, 2009
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