Introducing the X410: A Feature Phone That Never Made It
In 2003, Samsung announced the release of the X410, a feature phone with promising specs that was set to take the market by storm. However, this device never saw the light of day, leaving many curious about what could have been. Let's take a closer look at the X410 and why it was ultimately cancelled.
Design and Dimensions
The X410 was designed to be a lightweight and compact device, weighing in at just 90g and with a thickness of 20mm. It had a traditional candy-bar shape and was small enough to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. The phone also featured a Mini-SIM card slot and a second external monochrome display for easy access to notifications.
Display and Memory
The front display of the X410 was a TFT screen with 65K colors and a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels. This may seem basic by today's standards, but back then it was considered high quality. The phone also offered a storage capacity of 20 short messages and the ability to store up to 500 contacts with 6 fields per contact.
Camera and Sound
One of the notable features missing from the X410 was a camera. Despite this, the phone still managed to offer downloadable polyphonic ringtones and vibration alerts for full customization of sound profiles. It did not have a loudspeaker or a 3.5mm jack, though, which may have disappointed some users.
Connectivity and Other Features
The X410 was equipped with Bluetooth 1.1 and an infrared port, making it possible to transfer data and files between devices effortlessly. It also had WAP 1.2.1 for basic internet browsing, a clock, an alarm, and even two pre-installed games for entertainment.
Battery Life
The phone ran on a removable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery that promised a standby time of up to 120 hours and a talk time of up to 4 hours and 30 minutes. This was considered decent battery life for a device of its time.
Why Was It Cancelled?
The X410 was announced in 2003, but sadly it never made it to market. The main reason for its cancellation was the rise of smartphones in the market, which offered more advanced features and capabilities compared to feature phones like the X410. With the increasing demand for smartphones, Samsung decided to focus on developing new technology rather than releasing a feature phone that might not have been well-received.
Although the X410 never made it to the hands of consumers, it remains an interesting and curious piece of technology from the early 2000s. Who knows, if it had been released, it may have paved the way for even more innovative feature phones in the future.
