Samsung Gusto U360 Phone (Verizon Wireless)

Enjoy easy mobile voice and text communications with the Samsung Gusto for Verizon Wireless, which features a 2-inch main display, multiple messaging options, Dynamic Voice Enhancement technology with noise suppression, and a mobile Web browser (with Bing search). You'll also stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service.

The Samsung Gusto provides mobile voice and text communications plus crystal clear audio without breaking the bank.

You can send and receive text messages as well as picture messages. The built-in VGA camera with Night Shot lets you take photos day and night for quick sending to friends and family. Need help managing certain social situations? The Fake Call feature sets your phone ringing for an "incoming call" that you simply "must" take.

Other features include access to instant messaging and mobile e-mail, dual screens, Bluetooth for hands-free devices, voice commands, personal organizer tools, 1xRTT digital data connectivity, and up to 7 hours of talk time.

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Key Features

• Runs on the reliable Verizon Wireless voice and data network (1xRTT data frequency)
• GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
• Dynamic Voice Enhancement with noise suppression technology to reduce background noise levels and enhance speech frequencies.
• Driving Mode changes the handset volume automatically to high, overrides vibrate settings, and reads contact information aloud when a call or message is received.
• Fake Call feature lets you set up a pseudo call with a timer to manage social situations.
• Voice Commands: voice dial, send text, send picture, digit dial, text message readout, call announcement, My Verizon, check features, contacts, redial, GoTo, help and driving mode
• 2-inch internal screen (320 x 240 pixels, 262K color depth)
• 1.07-inch external screen (96 x 96 pixels, 65K color depth) displays current time, signal strength, and battery life.
• Standard alpha-numeric keypad
• VGA still camera with Night Shot with brightness adjustment, up to 10x digital zoom, color effects, and dedicated camera key.
• Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.0) includes profiles for communication headset and hands-free car kits.
• Full suite of messaging options including text, picture and voice messaging; Mobile IM; Mobile Chat; Mobile Email; and Mobile Web.
• Media Center provides access to downloadable games, ringtones, wallpapers, location-based services, and more.
• Phone book with up to 1000 contact entries
• Organizer tools including calendar, calculator with currency converter, world clock, alarm clock, and stopwatch
• 2.5mm headset jack
• Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4
• TTY capable
• Bilingual Interface English and Spanish

Vital Statistics

The Samsung Gusto weighs 3.27 ounces and measures 3.99 x 1.86 x 0.56 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 7 hours of talk time, and up to 350 hours (14+ days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies and 1xRTT data frequency.

What's in the Box

Samsung Gusto handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, battery door, quick start guide

Verizon Wireless Services

• VZ Navigator Capable: With this GPS-enabled phone, you'll be able to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps.

• VZW Backup Assistant: Automatically back up your mobile contacts to your online address book. If your phone is lost, stolen, or damaged, or you decide to upgrade, easily restore your saved address book to your new phone. You can also add, delete, edit, and print your contacts online and send the changes to your mobile phone.