Samsung SGH-A737 Cell Phone Reviews

by gramsey -- September 22nd 2008 -- bossier, LA

I usually stick with Sony Ericsson and am not a fan of slider style cell phones, so I expected some navigational difficulty with the Samsung SGH-A737. I do not know about actual battery life, but I do know it heated up within 10 minutes or less of every conversation I had. It definitely looked cool. I loved the metallic burnt orange and I liked the lock/unlock feature that occurred upon opening and closing the phone. It was a pretty great size for a pocket or purse. It felt flimsy when opened and the recess of the slider coupled with the flat number pad made for some trouble texting. The camera was easy and the picture quality seemed pretty good. Perhaps I am expecting too little. There were lots of things to do on this cell phone, but way too many things and keys to program in order to bypass having to search through multiple menus. If I wanted a computer, I would carry that around instead of a phone. Also, I do not see the need in filling memory or options with partial games. If I want a game on the phone, I know where to buy them so either put one full one or just leave it out. Overall, not the worst phone out there by any means, but not what I was looking or hoping for. I will try again, but will probably return to my beloved Sony Ericsson.

by Kara -- September 11th 2008 -- Woodstock, GA

I am not very impressed with the Samsung SGH-A737. I have had it for six months. Although I must say it seems to be durable, I have had problems with the lock mechanism. My problem is that it stopped working. Now when I slide open my phone the light does not work unless I press a button and the lock does not work when I close it. Another problem I have had is that the menu is very difficult to figure out for a new user. It took me almost two days to find the camera. I am very good with technology and this cell phone has been a great challenge. Another problem I have had is when I text with T9, sometimes it will type numbers and you have to fix it. I have very weak signal strength with my A737 as well. I have not been impressed at all and I know Samsung can do better than this.

by Auroter -- September 5th 2008 -- Portland, OR

The Samsung SGH-A737 is an all-around basic device that performs well in almost every category. Menu design is simple and straightforward. I like that you can load any 15-second or less mp3 file and use it as a ringtone. Much better than paying for one in my book. Camera is decent quality when compared to other cell phones, but not great, there is no flash (but lots of options like white-balance). The device itself seems a bit flimsy and the keypad often makes me think that I am going to punch through to the back of the phone just by pressing buttons. So far little to no trouble, though occasionally holding down a number to access its speed-dial does not register as a hold, just as a press. Bluetooth connectivity and call quality are strong. 3G is a nice thing to have on such a simple and cheaply priced device. The slide is solid and similar to other slider cell phones in that once you realize the right way to hold it you will not accidentally close it while talking.

by janice -- August 16th 2008 -- melbourne, FL

I just returned the Samsung SGH-A737 after being frustrated with it for 3 days. The back of it gets very hot, the keyboard lock feature will not go away and is very annoying every time you open and close it, call quality is poor, and the slide operation is awkward. I am a fan of Samsung and just reactivated my old Samsung Sync to use while I shop for another model to update with. This cell phone was a disappointment.

by Fred Barton -- July 24th 2008 -- Roxana, IL

I have had several phones and just as many carriers, but the Samsung SGH-A737 is by far the best phone I have had to date. It does everything they said it would. My wife got the red one and she is just as pleased. And the best part was that the phones were free.

by JACK RIDDLE -- July 21st 2008 -- TERRE HAUTE, IN

The Samsung SGH-A737 is attractive and very easy to use. The battery life cold be a little better but from 1-10 on the phone overall i would give it an 8.

by Candy -- July 17th 2008 -- Braselton, GA

I got the Samsung SGH-A737 since I broke my old Nokia. I live in a moderate AT&T coverage area and this cell phone is terrible. It gets a very weak signal and I have to go outside and stand in one spot to speak or hear. I was able to use my old Nokia everywhere inside my home. The sound quality is very poor too. The lock feature is very annoying and I can't figure out how to turn it off. I don't want to have to press 3 extra buttons to dial a phone number. The manual isn't user friendly either. It has been total frustration having this cell phone.

by Achyut Sompura -- June 19th 2008 -- Tucson, AZ

I love my phone. Small, cute and retro! The camera is great...

by JANICE -- March 10th 2008 -- JONESBORO, LA

I am really enjoying my phone. It has various functions that I have found to be quiet useful. To operate the phone is user friendly. I have recommended the samsung sgh-a737 to many of my friends.

by pat -- March 6th 2008 -- hamburg, AR

Call quality leaves a little to be desired. It does not get as good of reception as my old Nokia's did. Lots of "no coverage area". I love the solid feel and smooth operation once I got used to the features on Samsung as opposed to the Nokia. The screen is large and very readable, love the large number input when calling. I have ordered an internal signal booster to try and improve my reception. All in all it is a pretty good little phone, and it's mine to enjoy for 2 years....so I'll get used to it.