Description
Samsung Galaxy I5500 3G, Factory Refurbished, GSM
Offered here is the Samsung Galaxy I5500 3G, the 2010 GT-I5500 Android handset, in factory refurbished condition, reconditioned to close-to-new working order. Neither storage nor color is stated in the listing, so quantities and the color mix are confirmed per lot. Prop houses and exporters serving 2G/3G markets are the natural buyers for a working, refurbished early Android phone in this size.
The Samsung GT-I5500, sold as the Galaxy 5, Galaxy Europa, or the Corby smartphone, is a 2010 entry Android phone: a 2.8-inch QVGA capacitive touchscreen, a 600 MHz processor, Android 2.1 Eclair, a 2 MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, a 3.5 mm jack, a microSD slot, and a 1,200 mAh battery. It was built for GSM and 3G on the 900/2100 MHz bands, which places it outside US carrier networks today.
TG Wireless lists it factory refurbished for exporters, collectors of early Android hardware, prop houses, and buyers who need small, cheap Wi-Fi devices for display or offline testing.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Galaxy 5, GT-I5500 (Galaxy Europa / Corby smartphone) |
|---|---|
| Network status | GSM, lock state per listing |
| Released | August 2010 |
| Operating system | Android 2.1 Eclair with TouchWiz 3.0 |
| Display | 2.8-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen, 240 x 320 pixels |
| Processor | 600 MHz |
| Memory | microSD slot up to 16 GB |
| Camera | 2 MP, QVGA video; no front camera |
| Network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900, HSDPA 900/2100 (2G/3G only, no LTE) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth 2.1, A-GPS, FM radio, microUSB, 3.5 mm jack |
| Battery | 1,200 mAh, removable |
| Size and weight | 108 x 56 x 12.3 mm, 102 g |
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. The listing does not state box or accessory contents; confirm packaging needs with your account manager.
Network and compatibility
The GT-I5500 is a 2G/3G phone with no LTE, and its 3G works only on the 900/2100 MHz bands. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile shut down 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so this phone gets no cellular service in the United States. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets where GSM or UMTS 900/2100 is still live, collector and enthusiast sales, film and TV props, and Wi-Fi only use for display, testing, or parts.
Resale fit
- Export to regions where 2G GSM or 3G UMTS 900/2100 is still in service and a tiny Android phone still has buyers.
- Collectors and enthusiasts of first-generation Android and the Samsung Corby line.
- Film, TV, and theater prop houses that need period-correct 2010 handsets.
- Parts, display, and offline Wi-Fi uses where a working factory-refurbished unit is enough.
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.
