Description
Samsung A257 Magnet Black, Factory Refurbished, AT&T GSM unlocked
This Samsung A257 Magnet Black AT&T GSM Unlocked lot is Factory Refurbished SGH-A257 stock in black, tested and reset, GSM unlocked for quad-band 2G networks with no 3G or LTE. The black Magnet suits exporters who want a neutral QWERTY feature phone for business-leaning buyers abroad and prop houses dressing a late-2000s set.
The Samsung SGH-A257 Magnet is AT&T's 2009 budget QWERTY candybar for teens and texters: a slim bar with a 26-key keyboard, a 2.2-inch 64K-color screen, a VGA camera, Bluetooth, speakerphone, Java apps, and a dedicated message key for SMS, MMS, mobile email, and instant messaging. It came in orange or black with a soft-touch finish. The radio is quad-band GSM with GPRS/EDGE and no 3G or LTE, so it is a 2G-market phone today.
TG Wireless sells the Magnet to exporters of colorful QWERTY feature phones for live 2G markets and to collector and prop buyers.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung SGH-A257 Magnet, AT&T |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Released | 2009 |
| Form factor | Slim candybar with 26-key QWERTY keyboard and soft-touch finish |
| Network technology | Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 with GPRS/EDGE; no 3G, no LTE |
| Display | 2.2-inch 64K-color TFT |
| Camera | VGA |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, mobile email (Yahoo, AOL, Windows Live), instant messaging, dedicated message key |
| Browser and apps | MEdia Net WAP browser, downloadable Java apps, pre-loaded games |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, speakerphone |
| Battery | Up to 5 hours talk time |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
This is a 2G GSM phone with GPRS/EDGE data and no 3G or LTE radio, so it cannot register on any US carrier: AT&T closed its 2G network in 2017, the US 3G networks shut in 2022, and T-Mobile retired its 2G GSM layer on August 3, 2026; see the network status line in the table. GSM unlocked units still work on live 2G networks abroad. In the US, treat it as export, collector, prop, or parts stock.
Resale fit
- Export to Latin America, Africa, and Asia, where 850/1900 MHz GSM service is still live and basic carrier handsets sell at a low ticket.
- Collector shops and film and TV prop houses that want period-correct AT&T handsets from the late 2000s.
- Parts and refurbishment stock for the Samsung SGH A-series.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
