Samsung Z230

  • Released 2006, September
    95g, 23mm thickness
    Feature phone
    28MB storage, microSD (dedicated slot) slot
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  • 1.9"
    176x220 pixels
  • 1.3MP
    Video recorder
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  • 900mAh
    Li-Ion

Samsung Z230 - Specs

Network Technology GSM / UMTS
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands UMTS 2100
Speed Yes, 384 kbps
Launch Announced 2006, September
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 91 x 47 x 23 mm (3.58 x 1.85 x 0.91 in)
Weight 95 g (3.35 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Display Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 1.9 inches, 11.4 cm2 (~26.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density)
 Second external display TFT, 65K colors (96 x 96 pixels)
Memory Card slot microSD (dedicated slot)
Phonebook 1000 entries
Call records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
Internal 28MB
Main Camera Single 1.3 MP
Video Yes
Selfie camera Single VGA videocall camera
Video
Sound Loudspeaker No
Alert types Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones
3.5mm jack No
Comms WLAN No
Bluetooth 1.2
GPS No
Radio No
USB 1.1
Features Sensors
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email
Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML
Games Yes + downloadable
Java Yes, MIDP 2.0
 Video telephony & streaming
MP3/AAC/AAC+/RA player
MSWord/Excel/PPT/PDF viewer
Predictive text input
Organizer
Voice memo
Battery   Removable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 230 h
Talk time Up to 4 h 30 min
Misc Colors Wine Red, Silver
SAR 0.53 W/kg (head)     0.20 W/kg (body)    
SAR EU 0.99 W/kg (head)    

Samsung Z230 - User Reviews

  • I love this phone... so I Request... plz plz plz provide this phone to me.... Brand new Wanted....

  • i love samsung Z230... really my life channge after i got the Z230...... i love my phone......

  • the battery of samsung z230 is not in working condition and not charging the mobile. please clarify this problems. thanks

  • I have use samsung z230 about 2 years. My problem is that I have lost my data cable. What should i do?

  • it cool,i like it and i am very hapyy becouse i have samsung ze 230

  • by bluetooth is not working properly how can i solve this problem?

  • ThanX, mine's unlocked, so will have to check with Samsung as to what gives over the pdf reading thing not working...

  • try zedge.net

  • use a bluetooth device i use it many times in my com.

  • I love samsung z230`s even if I don`t have one.My friends do.C-ya!

  • i love my Z230..it's serving me great! but since it's so unique, i am having a hard time looking for games or themes compatible to my phone!!!and it breaks my heart.. does anyone know a site where i can find games and themes that are compatible to my phone??possibly free downloads?.. i'd really appreciate it..

  • Hmm, I read somewhere you need to unlock the phone (but not necessarily the sim card) to be able to use it. Mine's locked to Optus, and because of that, it can't read a thing.

  • How did you view pdfs? I've got a Samsung z230 but haven't been able to view pdf... Thanks!

  • The phone works great, with all aspects and an easy to use menu (if you know what you're looking for) The only problem I have with it is Optus' fault for having terrible reception in my area (5km from the nearest exchange) Also it's lame that you can't install java apps :(

  • i think that this phone is ultimate solution for many people like me that it ios not much expensive phone and provides every thing it is muti purpose phone in which u can also type up documents and see pdf files this phone ha solved my problem of pdf viweing which i needed and i was lokking for a phone which provides busness & entertainment solutions this phone is awsomw trust me the phone has to be kepted with care if u want to use it for a long time this goes for all mobile phones ok there is no software iusuue with this phone use it wisely it wont troble keep it in cover tp protcet it from getting srcathed this is a beautifull phone

  • Samsung z230 is a good phone generally.I've been using it for one year.However lately it has been giving me internet connection problems.It doesn't connect to the internet and my mobile carrier doesn't seem to understand the problem.If you could please help me,i would be more than grateful.My phone number is +254727508496.Thank you in advance.

  • this samsung z230 can change the hausing or the cover of this cellphone?

  • i dont know how to used this phone, can i have more infomation about this samsung z230,then how can i used the download song to my messenge alert

  • This is the first Samsung mobile I've ever had. If I had known a lot more before getting this phone, I would have not got it at all. The lady at the store gave me false information. When I clearly said I was looking for a mobile that works in the country, she said 3G would work (hence only being for brissy areas). It doesn't work. In the end NextG is the mobile I need. If I knew alot more about this phone, I would have not bothered to get it at all. Cant put mp3's as message tone.. stupid. And as well stupid 3G doesnt work when I go home. Stupid phone. Wish I could get a refund or exchange it for a NextG phone.

  • this phone is really cool i like it can download many i like so much

  • Oh My God, What is with samsung phones and not being able t put like a song or somethink like that as your msg tone it is so annoying i have to have this gay as 1 :( pleasee help me thanks..

  • "I got this "message sending failed" everytime i want to send a sms. anyone knows whats the problem ?" I sometimes have that too, but usually it happens when you're not in an area that recieves the message well. Try moving elsewhere and try at a later time. If not, delete either some messages or call your service provider (ie Optus, Telstra, 3) Cheers

  • the mp3 songs play pretty loud on this phone, its impressive because i though this is kinda business phone but its a multi purpose phone without the fm radio. Its great, got it for au$99 as optus prepaid and very happy with it!!! Good camera, good video, good music player, good reception and good handsfree speaker. Its a great phone

  • I got this "message sending failed" everytime i want to send a sms. anyone knows whats the problem ?

  • The phone works very well in everyday use. Many functions are fixed in the software, though, and don't leave you much options to change. Some features that are really annoying: - maximum 100 events in calendar, no way to allocate more memory to them - calendar event alarm has a horrible cock-cowbell-whistle-sound and so far I haven't found any way to change it to another sound - when sending an SMS message to a contact with mulpile phone numbers, it is sent to the 1st number regardless if it is a fixed line number with no SMS capability. There's no way to choose in which of the numbers of that contact you want to send the message to

  • go and buy the data cable and then you can put watever you want on the phone. There are some on ebay which are under $10 AUD.

  • wow i can open doc pdf and xls files

  • This phone is awesome nd using the micro sd chip can make it store alot of memory. Espicially mp3 songs and videos

  • How do you put mp3 songs on the samusng z230 while there is no connection cord to insert the computer.

  • How do i get it to recognise its on charger and switch to silent profile without vibrating?

  • I like the phone very much.However, I don't know how to put a wallpeper on main display all over the screen, you know what I mean?On other phones, it's optional, when you want to put a wallpaper picture, you're asked:"Set as standard ratio?", but not on this one.PLEASE,HELP.THANKS IN ADVANCE. KATJA

  • PLEASE ANSWER THIS QUESTION Is the music very loud on this fone?

  • Battery goes for 6 days now. It only lasted 2 days when I left it open. Overall really happy with phone.

  • Questions 1. Is it loud when you play songs? 2. Can you send songs from your computer to the phone? 3. can you set a Mp3 song as your message tone because the samsung phone i have u can only have the selected message tone's and they aint very good.. Thank you WB ASAP.....to [email protected]

  • Is the music very loud on this fone?

  • I just got it from DSE yesterday, it's good fone over all, but I just found that the DOWNLINK of its internal MODEM was so slow. Does anybody here have any idea about how to fix this problem? Thanks!

  • Great Phone, and yes you can use a 1GB microSD card, I have a 1GB Sandisk one and it works fine

  • Is the music very loud on this fone?

  • This is the best phone I have ever had. It does everything I want with minimal fuss. I'm looking to get a MicroSD card so I'm hoping someone can help me out... Will the phone accept 1GB Cards? I know for a fact 2GB MicroSD cards do not work. The website says the phone can take 512MB MicroSD Cards, but I know some phones that say that can take 1GB Cards as well.

  • Yes, music can be played with the phone closed. For those wondering how to use a custom SMS tone, use Special Tone. Highlight Special Tone from the menu and select Change from the menu. Good phone. :)

  • also got this on prepaid for $99 on Optus :) very happy with it

  • Can you play mp3 songs whilst the phone is closed like the v3's? I am deciding whether to get this one or the samsung e250. Which one do u think is better?

  • Nice phone, great features. Battery seems to last only 2 days though on mine first charge, does this improve?

  • im wondering wether to buy this phone, its only $99 and well yeah i think thats pretty good. ive had a bad experience with samsung mp3's not sure if its the same with their phones. hope not. thnx

  • What a mad phone i sooooo want it for chriisy

  • but it's not good that it hasn't got FM radio

  • The Ringtone information for this phone is incorrect. It provides Polyphonic Ringtones and you can also use MP3 songs as ringtones. This is actually quite a good phone for a good price.

  • i have this phone for about weeks and i can say it'great. good sound good pic, i haven;t done any video calls yet so i cant comment on them. my opion is if your looking for a mid price phone with loads of featres go for this one and you won't be didapontited

  • Can you have mp3 ringtones?

  • How long does the cam corder roll for? Very important. Can you take pictures with the external display? JUst wanderin D J M

  • Try formatting the card in the phone, it has a format in the options menu. BTW I think the max is 1 gig for the card. Great phone, plays MP3 ring tones, though disapointed with the MMF format for the massages. Try using the Z400 settings for your 3g, worked for me.

  • I am having problems with the memory card. It is not recognizing the file format. So I cannot access anything on the card. I have tried to format it using the computer but still having the same problem. The format should be FAT or FAT32 or an other format?

  • its cooler than a motorola V360 [in my frenz opinion] and mine!

  • i cannot register my 3G n GPRS becoz the model is not included in maxis list

  • Nice looking 3G phone.

  • In my country this phone costs only 130 €

  • Thanks,you really helped me,i think ill buy it:)

  • I just brought this phone and i love it.... Its a really good phone for $199.

  • Mira: Does this fone has flash for pictures? I saw that you all cant turn off key sound,wtf?!Is that really true??? And what about external displey,can i change clock and put some other picture? Please answer me,its very important.Thanks. Mira, there is no flash on the camera so bad luck.., as for the key sound yes it is possible to mute it and for the external display you can change it to what ever you want.. hope that helps ;)

  • Does this fone has flash for pictures? I saw that you all cant turn off key sound,wtf?!Is that really true??? And what about external displey,can i change clock and put some other picture? Please answer me,its very important.Thanks.

  • My phone provider tells me this phone is no longer available. Is this true, if not is it available to O2

  • how can i transfer games from my pc to z230?

  • i have this phone and i wanted to download more games. I went to this website, www.mobile9.com where you can download games, pics, etc. However, I could not tranfer .jar game files into the games folder so i had to put it in the other files folder but the files cant be opened/played. Is this phone unable to support these games? but it is Java games..and i don't use wap so just how do you download games in this phone???

  • is this phone that excellet as what u guys said. i just got mine a month ago n after a week in using it...it went BEEP!!!!'........ ut of a sudden. the sound was so loud until i almost go deaf. i sent this phone for repair for 3 weeks. after took back n used again, the following day same problem.....i really upset with it. worst is i bought it with 1000. n the h/p store will only take back with trade in price 400. very disappointed!! n this was my birthday gift from my hubby :(

  • hi, i am eyeing this classy mobile.. it resembles one of my older mobile years back. 1.Can anyone tell me does z230 have flash or photolight ? 2.Does it come with a speaker like other samsung ? 3.Is the 3G function reliable.. as in good ? Thanks !

  • my friend cool as carly has this phone. its the best thing thats ever happened to her(other than me) that's all

  • I can't find where to connect the usb, + i dont have a usb cable, and cant seem to find. Help!

  • Q: mp3 for alarm tone, yes or no?

  • THis is a heaps cool phone because it's so stylish and makes a statement. It's also a 3G phone which makes it's even more versitile. I have purchased the LG U860,Nokia6280 and the motorala razar and i think this phone rates in the top 2 best phonethat i have purchase!!!!

  • great phone

  • Hey guys,i am getting this phone real soon,can anybody tell me if its sound is high? i had real problems with my X-fone concerning its loudness!!!.please reply soon as possible.Thanks :D

  • Is it possible to read *.pdf, *.doc? I've tried everything but it does not work. What is more i've found that *.doc, *.pdf are not supported in manual (p. 75).

  • just got this phone, it's great (9/10 from me)..just got a couple of questions 1. when someone calls me it only rings for about 10seconds and stops, is there anyway of extending the ringing time? 2. the front lcd seems to switch off after only a few seconds of shutting it, is there anyway to idle it on standby? thanks

  • Good things: nice design, feels good in hand, perfect key touch. Bad things: the external clock cannot be always visible, the internal screen could have better resolution, USB cable not included in the boundle, no timer, no stopwatch. Wery bad things: I bought it today at 11:30, at 16:00 it was already broken - the screen is white with some vertical lines and there is no response to any key; you cannot even switch off the phone. After removing the battery and switching on again - the same story, the phone is definitely dead :-( A real shame Samsung!

  • Does this phone has Vidoe Caller ID. I really like the phone. Can I get it on Pay as u go and where can I buy it.

  • Does this phone has Vidoe Caller ID. I really like the phone. Can I get it on Pay as u go and where can I buy it.

  • please answer my questions 1) Does this phone support wma for music player but cannot play higher than 192kb/s? 2) Is message tone and incoming call very loud if i use any mp3 or voice? 3) Is the camera clearer than x700? 4) How long does battery last if i use one hour of music and thirty minutes of other functions? 5) Does this phone support up to 2Gb Microsd slot? 6) Does Music player play songs louder than x700? 7) How many hours does it play songs before battery goes flat? 8) Is headset like my X700? 9) Does it have speakerphone any ls it louder than x700? 10) Can this phone adjust brightness to one and no lights for keypad? Please tell me the answers as soon as possible and let me know at [email protected] if this phone is free at fair as i don't need to pay any more money. i am thinking of getting this as my next phone.

  • You can adjust front display for example, you can put digital clock or your own text.

  • i have found on samsungmobile.com download section, the samsung studio 3.0 that have all the things for the management of files and to pass things (music, pics, etc( from the computer to mobile and the invers. that program makes the syncronization of the mobile with the laptob bluetooth for tranfer files or to mobile or to laptop computer or if u have cable by cable for a normal computer or laptop that dont have bluetooth, with the cable that cames with your mobile

  • quick question...does the external display always show that ugly clock we see in this picture of the phone?or can it show anything else?

  • hey, when i try to delete the pictures already in the phone, they keep telling me i can't delete locked stuff, how do you unlock it? :)

  • i was wondering- which microSD card is most suitable for using the memory for mp3s, and photos? also, what is the best method to put your mp3 music onto the phone, cause my bletooth doesnt work, or can't send things

  • To Uncle Bob: Q: Can tis phone vibrate & ring at the same time just like nokia phones? A: This phone model can ring & vibrate at the same time. To shah: Q: how long does the battery last with about 10 sms a day & 30 mins of talktime a day? A: The estimation would be 4 hours (2.5G) & 2.5 hours (3G). Q: is the battery gd? A: The standard battery is using Li-ion 900mAh, the battery life is very reliability. To Unknown: Q: How do u get the SD card out when it is stuck? A: MicroSD card is very small. You have to extra be careful when putting in/ taking out the card. With proper way, it will not stuck inside the phone. To Eve: Q: the bluetooth version is 1.6 and the mobile's a 1.2. does it matter? A: The Bluetooth version does not matter. Any version will do. To 123456: Q: cn anyone inform mi if tis particular phone has mp3 ringtones? or jux polyphonic? A: This phone support both mp3 and polyphonic for voice call ringtone. To ray: Q: Only thing that irritates me is that the cutesy keytones can't be switched off ! Well if there is a way to do it let me know via my email ! A: The cutesy key tones cannot be switched off. The key tones will be off when u put it on silent mode or decrease key tone to 0 volume in normal mode. To Unknown: Q: Should I buy this phone? it looks good. is the sound quality good? A: This is a 3G phone and it is very reasonable! The sound quality is good. It has speakerphone. To Grace: Q: Hey, can anyone tell me, is there any way i can change my msg ringtone? Bigger volume & vibration? A: You can go to Settings>Profiles>Normal to change your message tone & message alert type To phonebooth: Q: does it have a call recorder? can it record a conversation? A: This phone model do not have a call recorder to record a conversation. Only one old Samsung phone model has that function-X620. To: shahj: Q: i cant seem to browse the menu while playing mp3, does the phone really function this way? A: The phone model does not support that function (browse menu while playing mp3) To flamer: Q: just wondered is the mp3player good? have anyone tried put an 1gb microsd card in? Does it go around quick in the menu? or is it slow? A: The mp3 player is good and having attractive player skin. With one microSD card in the phone, it will react slower. The situation is normal for all type of phone models. To Unknown: Q: It does not have the MSWord/Excel/PPT/PDF viewer anyways A: It has document viewer, which including MS word, ppt, excel and pdf. To Gale: Q: I have this problem transferring 3gp videos to my phone. It shows the 'Phone Error Occurred' message when I am halfway through transferring the file. A: There should be no problem when transferring 3gp file to phone using data cable. Try to update your software version of Samsung PC Studio.

  • Can tis phone vibrate & ring at the same time just like nokia phones? Heard that some samsung phones can only vibrate or ring only or vibrate then ring only.....

  • this phone will be the best phone ever. i have samsung x800 and this phone beats samsung x800. rocks..more rocks..ohoh almost hit my head...lol

  • this phone is cool

  • For those Z230 users, how long does the battery last with about 10 sms a day & 30 mins of talktime a day....? Just an estimation will do... Also, is the battery gd? Heard thar samsung battery sux... Pls clarify me... Thanx in advance....

  • Mine too, How do u get the SD card out when it is stuck?

  • does anyone experience problems with the micro sg card slot? my micro sd card will sometimes get stuck inside the slot!

  • I just bought a blutooth for my pc but it can't connect to my mobile. the bluetooth version is 1.6 and the mobile's a 1.2. does it matter? Pls help!!!

  • this phone has mp3 like ringtone.it can't open doc file .read the manual!!!!

  • hi. cn anyone inform mi if tis particular phone has mp3 ringtones? or jux polyphonic?

  • Just got this phone about 2 weeks ! Excellent phone - very responsive, ok mp3 player (can take up 2gb micro sd) and takes decent photos ! Only thing that irritates me is that the cutesy keytones can't be switched off ! Well if there is a way to do it let me know via my email !

  • yes, there is blue too.

  • Should I buy this phone? it looks good. is the sound quality good? Thanx

  • y are there no other colors than red or silver ?

  • Hey, can anyone tell me, is there any way i can change my msg ringtone? Bigger volume & vibration? Coz i can't feeling anything when the phone ring... It's bothering me... Thanks for replying~

  • sorry, for repeating myself, but: does it have a call recorder? can it record a conversation? thank you.

  • I have this phone but i cant seem to browse the menu while playing mp3, does the phone really function this way? pls help :(

  • Hi, just wondered is the mp3player good? have anyone tried put an 1gb microsd card in? Does it go around quick in the menu? or is it slow? Thanks anyway =)

  • hi, does it have a call recorder?

  • I've got this phone and it is a neat phone. It does not have the MSWord/Excel/PPT/PDF viewer anyways, that is for the Z400 but nevertheless a good phone.

  • @kc By Crickey! Why don't ya buy a bluetooth dongle for 30 bucks and just download the software? Then you can transfer files wirelessly. :) This sheila phone is a beauty ain't she.

  • Try ebay soon there not there yet but will be

  • hi all i just recently bought one of these phones but as part of an optus prepaid pack so it doesnt come with any software for transfering data to and from the PC, does anyone know where i can get a data cable for this phone??????!?!?!?

  • Haha got a good job on a farm! 512 possibly 1gb but dont know just try 1gb if i doesnt work send card back :)

  • i got a job on a farm so i can afford one of these babies!!!!!!! i held one and omg sexy!!!!! wat is the biggest SD card u can buy for it????????

  • I have this problem transferring 3gp videos to my phone. It shows the 'Phone Error Occurred' message when I am halfway through transferring the file. Anyone knows how to solve this?

  • Hi all, it has a micro SD card slot and supports mp3 ringtones. Cheers Nick

  • damn that looks good

  • very nice

  • this phone is great, it's sexy and stylish! i love it!

  • Cool looks... sexy. Nice specs... awesome. no flash? = 0.o??? been using phones for years... can't say this is great... have to say Samsung don't make durable batteries... mine empties in just 38hours in stand by, and nearly 2-3hours talk time. 87mins when i'm playing mp3s. but still, it's doesn't bother me. All i got to say is this phone is So Cool!

  • Yes it does have a speaker phone.

  • but does it have speaker phone??? cant see it on website info? please confirm

  • I work for Optus and we have the Dummy in store. And looks like no flash. But only $419 AUD? :D

  • tHIz phone 2 Amazing..and incredible.. i'm so proud using thiZ phone..till my frenzz ask me " wow!!u're new now!!! So..what R u waiting fOr... get it now...

  • am really in love with this phone.i want to own one.

  • a mobile phone guide i have says that this has mp3 AND video tones... dunno who's right?

  • Ok I'm really confused... I've been reading every single review on this phone to see if this phone has a flash.... and they all say no. But when i speak to the people at Optus, they all tell me it definitely does come with a flash? Can anyone confirm whether it has a flash or not? I'm so confused. Thanks in advance...

  • this phone is sexy..

  • Anybody used this phone? Just got a demo in store and looks like a good little 3G clamshell. It has MP3/AAC player... but only polyphonic ringtones? Is that correct?