Another clamshell device has been released by Samsung. And this time, the mobile phone is specially made to work with AT&T.

Sometimes, the functionality of the mobile phone suffers if you buy a unit that it not expensive. However, with the Samsung A227, you get great mobile phone value as well functionality. And since bridging communication is the primary role of mobile phones, the Samsung A227 allows you to chat with your online contacts through its instant messaging capabilities especially if you are using Yahoo Messenger, AOL, or Windows Live.

The internet is also within reach with the Samsung A227. Aside from checking your e-mails on your Yahoo, AOL, or Windows Live account, you can also know the current weather reports, movie listings, and the recent team scores with just a click of a button. As for messaging, the Samsung A227 allows you to send SMS, MMS as well as EMS.

If not much in use, the Samsung A227 can last up to 380 minutes. However, if the device is mostly used to make voice calls, expect to charge your phone after 4 hours.

Unfortunately, the Samsung A227 does not have a built-in camera nor supports audio formats. This phone is just advisable for those who want to have a mobile phone that can access the internet at a cheap price. And since it does not support videos, still photos, and music on the go, the memory of the Samsung A227 is only 32 MB and can no longer be expanded.