First Look: Samsung's Glyde Phone Has a Slick Touchscreen

New cell phone is easy to use for basic tasks like phone calls and messaging.

An admitted fan of touch screen interfaces, I've found a lot like about the new Samsung Glyde SCH-u940 for Verizon, and I've found a lot to like. The phone--Samsung's first touch screen phone for consumers--has an array of features. And, it feels lightweight and comfortable in the hand (not surprising given that it weighs just 4.1 ounces and measures 4.1 by 2 by .7 inches).

The Glyde takes a page from the Apple iPhone's playbook by going for a minimalist look on the front screen. The only button on the front of the phone is a Home button, which not only takes you back to the main screen but also serves to reactivate the phone after the backlight dims. Along the right-hand side, you'll find a power button (which doubles as the screen lock button), as well as volume up and down buttons, and a dedicated shutter button for the 2.0 megapixel still and video camera.

The touch screen is the raison d'etre of ...

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Melissa J. Perenson, PC World