Samsung A990 approved by FCC

Apr 16 2006 - 12:16 PM ET | Samsung, Verizon Wireless

The Samsung A990 has been approved by the FCC (ID #A3LSCHA990) and is on track for a debut from Verizon Wireless. The A990 is set to be the flagship 3G phone from the carrier. Features of the Samsung A990 include:

  • Twisting display (possibly QVGA resolution)
  • EV-DO high-speed data
  • Bluetooth
  • MicroSD card slot
  • 3.2 megapixel camera (autofocus possible)

The FCC approval documents are a little light on features, but with or without the possible features the A990 will be the highest-end consumer phone from Verizon Wireless.

Comments from readers


ssk Apr 17 2006

still not as cool as a razr, but getting there fast


yohan Apr 18 2006

hell no... razr sucks my balls man... this phone is so much better... razr = ipod = piece of shiet


haha lmao Apr 20 2006

HAHAAHA RAZR SUX n00bish razr...vs this...this pwnz


Justin Apr 21 2006

Are you kidding? The razr has a 1.3 megapixel camera, which still doesn't take better pictures than my 0.3, and it has no card slot, no music player, and nothing is that great about it besides it's small size. This phone is twice the size of the razr at the most and it has so much more. I really want this phone.


Pete Apr 26 2006

any idea when we'll see this available?


chillis Apr 27 2006

razr is a fool phone!


LoStSouL May 03 2006

does anyone have an idea when this phone will be available for Verizon customer purchase???


SkywalkerU Jun 09 2006

The phone is coming in Q3 of 06 (July-Sep.) to verizon. I can't wait because my new every two is up and I am getting it


unknown Jul 03 2006

This phone will be availble for sale onlineonly 07/06/06 retail price is 519.99 2yr 399.99 via 50 mail in-rebate


Fazer Jul 06 2006

The phone is available in Thailand everywhere for a price of around 17.000 b, this is about 350 Euro. I looks not only good, it feels great as well. I will buy it soon.


ab Jul 06 2006

Phone will be available July 24, or you can buy it online..today


Joe Jul 20 2006

WOW! What an awesome piece of equipment! Finally, a great phone AND great camera in one nice package!
This phone just feels good in your hand. It is a great fit around your face when talking on the handset. The speakerphone is super loud...enough volume to be able to hear someone while driving down a freeway.
And the camera...fantastic! Of course, my daughter just bought a compact Nikon 6.0 megapixel camera and it takes awesome shots...BUT...she doesn't have a phone on it!
The A990 camera is 3.2 mp, and is wonderful, PRINTABLE quality. It even has autofocus...which will take just a little getting used to, but worth it!
Yes, the A990 is a little pricey, but have you seen what just that quality camera sells for without a phone?
This phone is worth every penny! Thanks Samsung! Now if Verizon would loosen up the Bluetooth OBEX a bit, I would rate it a 12 on a scale of 10!!


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