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Sanyo Katana
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/18/13 02:40:08
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (16)
 
Published
Aug 26, 2006
Editor Rating
3.5/5
Sanyo Katana for Sprint - Phone Reviews by Mobile Tech Review
Slim design that fits the bill as a stylish feature phone...Voice quality is very good and the screen is large and reasonably bright...Built in camera that...Though slim, the plasticy housing makes the phone look cheaper than the RAZR...If you are in an area that...If you want a feature phone with a slim form, built-in Bluetooth, VGA camera, a large display, basic PIM (Personal Information Management)...
Published
Aug 19, 2006
 
 
Sanyo Katana review
Thin, light, QVGA display, Bluetooth...Limited talk time, lacks originality, poor photo quality...In many ways, the Sanyo Katana for Sprint is a testament to the marketing and engineering geniuses at...So to a large extent we can thank Motorola for the wonderful new breed of clamshell phones like Sanyo's adorable Katana...There is no denying the Katana's RAZR...
Published
Jul 17, 2006
 
 
Sanyo Katana Review - Mobiledia
Named after the legendary sword used by the Samurai, the new Sanyo Katana offers a similarly slender profile, as an affordable alternative to the Samsung A900...The Katana offers a rich multimedia feature set, including a built-in VGA camera, dual color screens, Bluetooth wireless technology, and the ability to send and receive instant messages, email, and chat, right from the...
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USER REVIEWS (28)
 
Retrevo analyzed
106 user reviews
 
(3.5 out of 5)
Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Sanyo Katana Prepaid Phone Blue (Kajeet)
"Low fees and the phone is great..."

"Easy to use, very good display with large numbers while dialing..."

"This replaced an older phone for my child, I may get one for me..."

Average rating
from 64
reviews
3.4/5
Sanyo Katana 6600 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review
"Since then, they do not and have not made good phones..."

"The speaker phone feature works well with good sound levels..."

"Reception so far is good with both caller and receiver having no complaints..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
8.0/10
Sprint Sanyo Katana cell phone review
"by aregnier TRUSTWORTHY I have used the Sanyo Katana cell phone for the past 4 months and have been very pleased with its performance..."

"I have had a great experience with excellent battery life and good reception with clear call quality..."

"I would recommend this phone to anyone who is looking to buy either a new or used Sprint cell phone..."

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Published
Jul 10, 2006
Editor Rating
3.5/5
Sanyo Katana 6600 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review
The Sanyo 6600 Katana has a slim silhouette and offers a VGA camera, Bluetooth, a speakerphone, text messaging, voice dialing, a voice recorder, and a...The Sanyo 6600 Katana's feature set is rather underwhelming and doesn't have 3G support like many of...At first glance, it's easy to confuse the Katana with the Razr...We liked the Katana's...
Published
Mar 22, 2007
Editor Rating
4.3/5
Sanyo Katana - Mystic Black (Sprint) | LetsTalk.com
We did find that we had to turn the Katana face down to hear clearly, as the cell phone?s speaker is located on the back...You can customize the Katana by editing the Favorites list...The Sanyo Katana does a good job in regard to battery life...Overall I like the phone (except the blaring earpiece...
Published
Aug 10, 2006
Editor Rating
77.0/100
Review: Sanyo Katana slim clamshell
Good call quality; Bluetooth; speakerphone; roomy keypad; generous screen; decent VGA photo quality; thin design...Voice commands require a separate monthly fee; 1xRTT data only; flip design feels flimsy at times...While it's lacking in the high-speed data department and it's saddled with a relatively low-resolution VGA camera, the thin, colorful Sanyo Katana makes for an impressive...
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Sanyo Katana Polar White user reviews and expert reviews | PhoneDog
Reproduction without explicit permission is prohibited...While comparing the design and workmanship of this phone to that of a Japanese master swordsmith might be a bit of a stretch, there are some areas of similarity...It feels sturdy, like it is going to last and not fall apart after one accidental drop! The menu was friendly and easy to learn along with the camera functions...
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Published
Nov 24, 2006
 
 
Sanyo Katana (Sprint) Review Review - Cell Phone Reviews
Here's Sanyo's answer to the RAZR revolution, the SCP-6600 "Katana," a phone that meets or beats many of the RAZR's specifications -- all at a lower price...The Katana's handsome, slim clamshell form factor slides easily into a pocket or purse...The Katana's internal phone book can hold up to 500 contacts, and the phone's picture ID system...
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Published
Dec 30, 2010
 
 
For Sanyo 8300 SCP-3100 2400 Katana 6600 Travel Charger
Dynamic IC Chip - Built-in smart chip recognizes a full charge and automatically switch to a save-mode...Add Convenience - Great for anyone who travels or just have one in your office/home...
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Published
Mar 7, 2010
 
 
Sanyo Katana Prepaid Phone Blue (Kajeet) | MultiCellPhone Reviews
Kajeet was founded by three three dads figuring out how technology, kids and parents work best ("Kajeet" is an anagram of the first letters of the names of the company's founders' children...The Sanyo Katana flip phone has a large 2.2-inch internal LCD screen with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels and support for 65K colors...The Katana also offers Bluetooth connectivity...
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Published
Mar 16, 2012
 
 
New Sanyo 6600 Katana Handset Offers GPS Navigation System Digital Camera | BestStuff
The new Sanyo 6600 Katana will be available beginning tomorrow in Sapphire Blue and Mystic Black...Beyond its slim and lightweight silhouette, measuring less than six-tenths of an inch thick and weighing just 3.4 ounces, the Katana is capable of downloading premium applications, including a global positioning application with full-color maps and turn-by-turn directions (with subscription...
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Sanyo Katana Bluetooth Headset (5 Star Rating) Google Checkout Available.
With the Sanyo Katana Bluetooth Headset it's a breeze to fully leverage your device capabilities, making the device even more useful...The people you accused of ranting and raving in public are actually the bleeding edge of a mobility revolution enabled by the revolutionary Sanyo Katana Bluetooth Headset...With the Sanyo Katana Bluetooth Headset it’s...
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Car Vent Holder for the Sanyo Katana SCP 6600 - Gomadic Brand
no-scratch and no-skid design - Extra 1/2" thick rubber pads on side retainers to protect your Sanyo Katana SCP 6600...Quick release side grip button for easy removal of your Sanyo Katana SCP 6600...Our New Gomadic Car Vent Mount allows you clear visibility and finger tip access to your device in an attractive streamlined package...Safely and rapidly charge your Sanyo...
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Published
Jul 11, 2006
 
 
Cool Tools Happy Blog: Sprint Sanyo launch Katana cell phones
I want to be in a meeting where marketing execs decide what kind of brand name to place on a product ( Ed...Anyway, the new ultra-thin clamshell phones will come in four colors (Mystic Black, Blue Sapphire, Cherry Blossom Pink and Polar White), and will be available for $279.99 (or just $79.99 if you do all those rebates and two-year agreements) through the month of July...Phone features include Bluetooth...
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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Buy.com - Replacement Lithium-ion Battery for Sanyo 6600/Katana
"What can you say about a battery..."

"So far, this battery for my Sanyo cell phone meets all my criteria, except that I won't know for awhile whether it will outlast the original, which lasted three years..."

"It's a very simple and inexpensive alternative to replacing a cell phone that is perfectly adequate for my needs, so it's saving me a lot of money and the headache of having to sign..."

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Average rating
from 21
reviews
4.2/5
Sanyo SCP-6600 Katana in Cherry Blossom Pink...because a sword is sexier than a razor!...
"Small, lightweight and easy to use..."

"read more Reliable, easy to use, good reception, phone numbers easy to see, holds a charge none Summary: I just recently switched to a new cellular phone, the Sanyo Katana Sprint vision phone..."

"The A900 was purchased new and worked very well for a number of months then suddenly started having bad reception problems..."

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Average rating
from 10
reviews
4.4/5
Sanyo Katana - Mystic Black (Sprint) | LetsTalk.com
"camera takes really good pictures and you can do a bunch of stuff to the pictures on the phone..."

"decent battery life i would recommend a car charger for it though..."

"oh and Sprint is really good too i used to have Verizon i think they are about the same quality..."

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Average rating
from 8
reviews
3.8/5
Sanyo 6600 Katana Galaxy Case | Overstock.com
"The price is good its a simple case..."

"Really good case for the price, expected a better quality but still pretty good, I would definitely recommend this phone to anyone I know who wants a good case After reading the other reviews I knew I would be happy with this case..."

"On hand that is good because it fits nicely to the face of the of phone..."

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