Samsung B2100 Xplorer Review - The Samsung B2100 Xplorer Explored

by: Jerry Smith

Samsung B2100 Xplorer is a new model to Samsung's long list of mobile phones. Samsung B2100 Xplorer is best described as a mobile phone that is tough, rough, intense, extreme, rugged, and a perfect companion in enjoying the outdoor activities while staying wirelessly connected.

If you treat your mobile phone the way you live an extreme lifestyle, then Samsung B2100 Xplorer is the mobile phone especially made for you. Samsung was able to build and market a mobile phone that is encased in an anti-shock coating known as urethane material. For the record, urethane material is also used in constructing roller blades. So, your phone will have the power to resist toughness caused by bumps, grazes and scrapes and harsh elements found in the environment that include dust, liquid, and more.

Exploring the Extreme Features of Samsung B2100 Xplorer

When Samsung B2100 Xplorer was released on March 2009, Samsung has introduced a real and interesting innovation once again that primarily caters the need of people who are outgoing and who love exploring extreme activities outdoors with their mobile phones. Available in red and black shades, Samsung B2100 Xplorer is 113 x 48.9 x 17.4 mm and with this size it is actually made to fit your palm perfectly. More so, Samsung B2100 Xplorer weighs 102.8 grams. Samsung B2100 Xplorer features a 1.3 mega pixel camera and a remarkable 120 x 160 pixels imaging on a 1.8-inch TFT display screen.

There is no doubt that Samsung B2100 Xplorer is fully flexible even if it is placed under the most extreme condition that goes with the user’s lifestyle. In spite of mentioned adverse environmental conditions Samsung B2100 can manage to keep its cool and this can be attributed to its rugged qualities, strong resistance and IP54 certifications.

As the second heavy duty mobile phone of Samsung, B2100 Xplorer was designed and manufactured to pass the endurance certification exams. Samsung claim that Samsung B2100 Xplorer is fully waterproof which means that the mobile phone can be submerged in up to a meter of water for half an hour without getting damaged.

Another fact of Samsung B2100 is the noise cancellation that comes with a dedicated microphone. It also has a new vibration setting that lets your phone vibrate a little longer than usual. Samsung B2100 Xplorer has also a new lock mechanism found on its battery cover and this makes the phone more secured against dislocation of parts.

Another interesting feature of Samsung B2100 Xplorer is the flashlight with a dedicated key. Additionally, the memory card slot allows up to 8GB storage using MicroSD and with this massive storage you can directly store your favourite music and your memorable photos. What's more, to get you seamlessly connected, Samsung B2100 Xplorer is equipped with Stereo Bluetooth A2DP technology.

Samsung B2100 Xplorer also supports Java and formats such as MPEG4, 3GP, and M4V in playing music and videos. The battery life of Samsung B2100 Xplorer when it is in standby mode is up to 600 hours while 9 full hours of talk time battery life.

A Final Verdict on Samsung B2100 Xplorer

However, Samsung B2100 Xplorer is not always about the good specifications. In fact, even if it was launched in this time of 3G technology, it doesn’t support 3G and doesn’t have digital compass and altimeter unlike the other rugged Samsung mobile phone called B2700.

However, as opposed to Samsung B2700, Samsung B2100 Xplorer is way cheaper. So, if you are more concern about functionalities over more features, and if you are an individual who loves to enjoy outdoor while getting connected with your friends through wireless connection, Samsung B2100 Xplorer is the perfect way to go.