This Samsung Sunburst A697 cell phone helps you stay on top of all your communications--from voice to e-mail to instant messaging to social networking. It features a stunning design that accents Sunburst's 3-inch touchscreen-enabled display, with a curvy exterior and light accent below the screen. A widget bar allows one-touch access to a wealth of phone functions like creating a text message, in addition to direct links to social networking sites.

The user-friendly interface makes it intuitively easy to navigate through the menus, and Smart Unlock gesture control makes it even easier to launch various functions. Draw the letter 'U' to unlock, 'B' to browse, 'M' to message, etc. You assign the characters to the task. There's also one finger zoom that lets you enlarge the image on the screen.

Enabled for use on AT&T's lightning quick HSPDA 3G network, you'll be able to easily access the Internet as well as quickly download video, music and more. Additionally, with AT&T's 3G network, you can make a call while simultaneously receiving picture/text messages and e-mail or viewing Web pages. This GPS-enabled phone can access the AT&T Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as its Video Share service, which enables you to send video of yourself to another compatible phone while making a voice call.

The Samsung Sunburst A697 also features a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder with 4x digital zoom, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, microSD memory expansion (up to 32 GB), digital audio player, FM radio, personal organizer tools, and up to 5 hours of talk time.

Key Features:

- GPS navigation capabilities via AT&T Navigator service includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options.
- 3-inch touchscreen display (240 x 400 pixels, 262K color depth).
- Fast 3G connectivity via AT&T's HSDPA/UMTS network (850/1900 MHz bands; 3.6/7.2 Mbps speeds with network availability).
- Virtual, landscape QWERTY keyboard for fast texting and e-mail.
- 2-megapixel camera/camcorder with 4x digital zoom, brightness adjustment, and multi-shot capabilities.
- Multi-format digital audio player compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC formats.
- Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity with stereo music streaming (A2DP) capabilities as well as hands-free headsets and car kits. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send e-mail, and access files from a server (additional charges or subscription applicable).
- Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
- 189 MB internal memory (shared between MP3 player and camera).
- Full messaging capabilities including SMS text, MMS picture and IM instant messaging (via popular services including AOL, Yahoo!, and Windows Live).
- Conversation view messaging displays messages in time order from contact.
- Access to personal e-mail (AOL, Gmail, Yahoo!, and Windows Live).
- Web browser.
- Speakerphone with mute functions.
- Organizer tools including calendar, memo book, converter, calculator, and more.
- 1000-entry phonebook.
- Call management features include tracking the last 30 outgoing/incoming/missed calls, number redial, caller ID, conference calling, and more.
- Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off.

This Samsung Sunburst A697 phone weighs 3.08 ounces and measures 4.3 x 2.1 x 0.5 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 250 hours (10+ days) of standby time.