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lighting conditions displayed using common fluorescent lighting.

Night Shot: Adjusts the camera to take images in dark lighting conditions.

Metering: Allows you to adjust the lighting conditions. The modes available are:

Average: Automatically adjusts the lighting.

Spot: Adjusts the lighting to focus on the centre of the picture.

(4) Settings: Allows you to change the following camera settings:

Resolution: Your full-color digital camera can take pictures in three different modes. Each of the modes allow you to increase the zoom multiple levels, depending on the picture quality setting. This allows you to get a closer view of the subject or scenery being photographed. The available sizes are:

1.3M: This is the default resolution setting for this camera.

High (640*480): This is the highest resolution setting available

for this camera, thus allowing you the most image detail. Images taken at the high setting require more memory to save than the other modes.

Med (320*240): The medium setting allows you to take good quality images without using too much memory.

Low (220*176): The low setting allows you to take average

quality images. You can save the most images in memory using this setting.

Tip: While in Camera mode, the zoom feature is available using the navigation key.

Quality: The quality allows you to select between Fine, Normal, and Economy. These settings reflect the image quality settings for the pictures.

Shutter Sound: The shutter sound allows you to select between 4 different shutter sounds. The shutter sound is heard when you take a picture.

Status Bar: The Status Bar can be turned On or Off.

Storage: The default storage for your pictures can be set to your Phone or Card.

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SCH-U440 specifications

The Samsung SCH-U440, also known as the "Samsung Alias," stands out in the mobile phone landscape for its unique design and innovative features that cater to both functionality and user experience. Launched in the mid-2000s, this device carved a niche as a feature-rich clamshell phone, appealing to a wide array of consumers seeking a compact and practical mobile solution.

One of the most distinctive attributes of the SCH-U440 is its dual-screen capability. The innovative design includes an e-ink display on the exterior, which allows users to view notifications, messages, and other information without needing to open the phone. This feature not only conserves battery life but also enhances user convenience, as critical information is readily accessible.

The SCH-U440 is equipped with a QWERTY keyboard that seamlessly flips out when the device is opened. This design was a game changer at the time, as it offered the tactile benefits of a physical keyboard, making it easier to send messages and emails. The spacious layout of the keys ensures comfortable typing, appealing particularly to users who frequently communicate via text.

In terms of technology, the SCH-U440 supports CDMA networks, making it compatible with various service providers. The device features a 1.3-megapixel camera, allowing users to capture images and videos, which was decent for a phone of its era. With multimedia capabilities, users could enjoy music and videos, enhancing the overall entertainment experience.

The Samsung Alias also comes with Bluetooth connectivity, enabling users to connect to wireless headphones, car kits, and other devices, which added to its versatility. The integration of an expandable memory slot offered further customization and storage options for multimedia files.

Battery performance is another hallmark feature of the SCH-U440, as it boasts impressive talk and standby times, ensuring that users could rely on the device throughout the day without frequent recharges.

Overall, the Samsung SCH-U440 remains a memorable piece of mobile history, illustrating the transition towards more feature-rich and user-friendly devices. Its combination of innovative design, practical features, and uncomplicated operation made it a popular choice among those looking for a dependable mobile phone in an increasingly digital world.