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The latest follow-up to the award-winning Samsung Instinct, the Samsung Instinct HD for Sprint improves on the original with an enhanced Web browsing experience that brings together the Opera Mobile 9.7 full HTML browser, Wi-Fi networking capabilities, ambient light sensor for better viewing under different lighting conditions, and an accelerometer. It also features a 3.2-inch touchscreen and a proximity sensor with haptic feedback that gives you a gentle vibration as you type on the virtual QWERTY keyboard. The Samsung Instinct HD is enhanced with an auto-rotating 3.2-inch touchscreen with virtual QWERTY keyboard, Opera Mobile 9.7 browser for full HTML Web browsing, and Wi-Fi networking capabilities. The 5-megapixel camera/camcorder can shoot high-definition 720p video and play it on compatible HDTVs with its HDMI output. Fully loaded with a bounty of high-tech multimedia options, the Instinct HD features a 5-megapixel camera with 720p HD video recording capabilities, and it includes an HDMI output that enables you to connect it to a compatible HDTV for viewing. You'll enjoy high-speed connectivity via Sprint's dependable 3G network (EV-DO Rev. 0.) as well as such optional services as Sprint Navigation for GPS turn-by-turn directions, Sprint TV's video-on-demand with full-motion video and vivid sound, and Visual Voice-mail for quick and easy access to specific voice mail messages. See more details on optional services below. Other features include Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, memory expansion via optional microSD memory cards up to 32 GB in size (a 4 GB card is included), easy access to social networking sites, access to both personal and corporate e-mail as well as instant messaging services, and up to 5.8 hours of talk time. Key Features Fast 3G connectivity thanks to Sprint's EV–DO, Rev A network Opera Mobile 9.7 Web browser provides a PC-like browsing experience wherever you go. You get many of the same functions available with your desktop browser, including faster page loading, zooming and panning, tabbed browsing, copying text, sending links as SMS or e-mail, saving pages for off-line viewing, history and bookmarks, and much more. Live Search for Sprint, powered by Microsoft, provides easy access to directory information on-the-go, GPS-enabled directions, interactive maps and one-touch click to call access. Visual Voice-mail allows you to quickly and easily decide which voice-mails you choose to listen to. You can also send out your own visual voice-mail messages to select recipients GPS using Sprint Navigation for turn by turn directions, and points of interest searches 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen display (320 x 480 pixels, 16 million color depth) Accelerometer and proximity sensor: The accelerometer automatically adjusts Web pages and photos to your perspective so you can view them in landscape or portrait mode. Plus, for a more enjoyable viewing experience you can watch videos in the wider landscape mode as well. The proximity sensor automatically disables the touchscreen and turns off the display whenever you put the phone up to your ear. Virtual onscreen QWERTY keyboard 5-megapixel camera and video camcorder enables you to record video in up to 720p HD resolution and share it using the HDMI video/audio output (see a schematic of all the ports below. Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.0) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile--enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock. Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots on the go. Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB (a 4 GB card is included with the phone). Full suite of messaging including SMS text, MMS picture/video, and access to instant messaging services. Voice activated dialing Organizer tools including calendar (syncs with Microsoft Outlook), alarm clock, world clock, notepad, stopwatch, and calculator Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off Phonebook stores up to 600 contacts with up to 7 numbers per entry plus one picture ID. TTY Compatible: This phone connects to a TTY device, allowing anyone who is visually- or hearing-impaired the ability to communicate. Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC): This handset has been certified as Hearing Aid Compatible in accordance with applicable industry standards. This handset has a HAC rating of M4/T3 for hearing aids operating in the acoustic mode. Vital Statistics The Samsung Instinct HD weighs 3.93 ounces and measures 4.6 x 2.3 x 0.5 inches. Its 1440 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.8 hours of talk time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO Rev. A frequencies. What's in the Box Samsung Instinct HD handset, rechargeable battery, charger, 4 GB microSD memory card, wired stereo headset, quick start guide, user manual Sprint Services Broadband-like 3G network: Supporting the EV-DO Rev. A high-speed data standard, this phone enables you to download and stream high-quality video, straight onto your phone. Where coverage is available, EV-DO Rev. A connectivity provides average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps, with peak rates up to 2 Mbps. Sprint TV enabled: With Sprint TV, you can make your cell phone your always-on source for news, weather, sports and more. This comprehensive video service combines high-quality streaming audio and video from channels including ABC, The Weather Channel, Fox Sports, E!, CNN, The Discovery Channel, and more. Sprint Music Store enabled: The Sprint Music Store enables you to buy, download, and then jam out wherever you are with new songs or old favorites. Offering a growing selection of more than 1.6 million songs, the store provides you two copies of each song--one for the phone and another for the PC, as well as the ability to burn songs to a CD using Windows Media Player. Save your songs to a memory card with a capacity that's right for you. GPS capable with Sprint Navigation: This GPS-enabled phone provides optional access to Sprint Navigation for driving directions on your mobile phone--by voice and onscreen. Along the way, turn-by-turn directions will be announced in a clear voice and displayed on your phone. For example, Sprint Navigation will say, "Go 1.2 miles and turn right on Elm Street." As you approach the turn, you will hear, "Turn right on Elm Street." Sprint Navigation also provides proactive traffic alerts with one click re-routing. And it's easy to find restaurants, banks, cafes, hotels and more from over 10 million points of interest across the U.S. Access Personal and Corporate E-mail: With Sprint Mobile e-mail, you'll get easy access to your favorite home e-mail services including AOL, Yahoo!, Gmail, and MSN/Windows Live Hotmail and more. Additionally, you can access many other e-mail providers through the software's support of POP3 & IMAP. And Sprint Mobile e-mail Work enables you to access e-mail from corporate servers, including Microsoft Exchange 2000, 2003, 2007 and Lotus Notes Domino versions 6.0, 6.5 and 7.0 (with the latest software update). Stay Sporty with Sprint: With NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, instantly connect to the NASCAR information you want, when you want it. Follow NASCAR action from practice to race day with real-time leaderboard and alerts. Get exclusive access to your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver with real-time driver stats, breaking news and more. Live in-car audio, race radio, NASCAR on SPEED and other audio/video only available on select phones. Visit sprint.com/speed for details. To access, just text "NASCAR" to 7777 on your Sprint phone or visit the Sprint Digital Lounge to download NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile (standard text messaging and data rates apply). This phone also provides access to Sprint Football Live--free for any phone with a data plan. You'll be able to follow all the live play-by-play action with the Live Game Center for both pro and college football games, as well as stay on top of the pro football draft with a Live Draft Tracker and in-depth analysis and bios on nearly 500 top prospects. Access by texting "FOOTBALL" to 7777 on the handset to download Sprint Football Live from Sprint Digital Lounge (standard text messaging and data rates apply). Learn More Samsung Instinct HD Controls and Ports