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Pocket-Lint says:

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The Samsung Galaxy S is certainly a competitive device, with the Super AMOLED screen being a real star, making your content look sensational. It might not be constructed from premium materials like the iPhone 4 or the HTC Desire, but we like it all the same: it is comfortable to use, a great device for consuming media. quote


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Critic reviews

7.8
10 reviews
  • Reception and call quality
    8.0
  • Display
    8.7
  • Battery life
    7.5
  • Camera
    7.2
  • Ease of use
    8.0
  • Design and form factor
    8.0
  • Portability (size / weight)
    8.2
  • Media support
    8.0
  • Durability
  • Ecosystem (apps, accessories, etc.)
    6.9

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User reviews

8.4
75 reviews
7.0
Engadget Jul 22, 2010

Let us say it again for emphasis -- both of these phones are really pretty, attract a ton of attention, fit great in the pocket and the hand, and sport displays that will simply knock your socks off. You won't be disappointed.

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7.0
Engadget Sep 7, 2010

Unfortunately, the Fascinate (and perhaps the entire line of Galaxy S phones) are a byproduct of Google's ongoing fragmentation issues and seeming lack of focus for the Android platform.

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8.0
CNET Jul 14, 2010

The Samsung Captivate is easily AT&T's best Android offering to date, delivering great performance, tons of features, and an easy-to-use interface.

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7.0
Gizmodo Sep 7, 2010

Samsung's Galaxy S phones, like the Fascinate on Verizon, represent everything that's good—and bad—about Android.

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9.0
Pocket-Lint Jul 8, 2010

The Samsung Galaxy S is certainly a competitive device, with the Super AMOLED screen being a real star, making your content look sensational. It might not be constructed from premium materials like the iPhone 4 or the HTC Desire, but we like it all the same...

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8.0
SlashGear Jun 28, 2010

The strengths outweigh the drawbacks overall, though you may find yourself explaining more then once that no, this isn’t an iPhone, it’s something arguably just as good.

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9.0
GSM Arena May 22, 2010

It certainly is the best Android package we've seen so far - a hearty Samsung welcome to all upgraders. We're not sure about Android newcomers, but anyone looking for the ultimate performance has almost no alternatives but the Galaxy S.

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8.0
TechRadar Jul 9, 2010

There are a few faults, but on the whole it's a cracking bit of kit, and you really could do a lot worse. You can't do much better for the price, put it that way.

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8.0
IntoMobile Jul 22, 2010

Overall, the Vibrant is the best device that has ever hit T-Mobile. It’s not just the best Android phone to ever hit T-Mobile, it’s the best smartphone to ever grace the Magenta network.

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8.0
IntoMobile Jul 23, 2010

I wholeheartedly recommend the Captivate to anyone on AT&T who doesn’t want an iPhone. Even if you love iOS products, I think you’ll be quite satisfied with this Galaxy S phone.

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9.0
Ramones Ramones

Unsure about durability since I've only had it for a few weeks, overall great phone, again, I have the ATT version of this, the captivate

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8.0
Shenry428 Shenry428

I liked the Galaxy S (Vibrant) until I realized that I couldn't update it to Gingerbread (damn mini kies) so I traded it in for a Nexus S

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8.0
Najki Najki

One of the best available smartphones at this time. I recommend it for anyone. If You are an advanced user, consider installing a custom ROM like Darky ROM. It has a great influence on battery life.

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8.0
phoncible phoncible

I find the Galaxy S (Captivate for ATT) to be a great phone. It's my first smartphone and I was/am very happy with my purchase.

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9.0
tohma tohma

With custom ROMs, it's the godsend phone. I'm waiting to taste ICS if it happens. My phone, my freedom.

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