Description
Samsung Galaxy Spica I5700, Factory Refurbished, lock state not stated
Factory Refurbished under its RB suffix, this listing covers the Samsung Galaxy Spica I5700, a 2009 Android handset with GSM and 3G HSDPA radios and no LTE. Collector shops and prop houses buy the Spica as an early Android piece, and exporters place it in markets where 2G or 3G service is still running; it will not activate on a US carrier.
The Galaxy Spica, GT-I5700, is Samsung's second Android phone, released in late 2009 and sold in some markets as the Galaxy Lite or Galaxy Portal. It is a compact candy-bar handset with a 3.2-inch 320 x 480 touchscreen, an 800 MHz Samsung processor, a 3.2 MP camera, a microSD slot, Wi-Fi, GPS, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a removable 1,500 mAh battery. It shipped on Android 1.5 and was updated to Android 2.1. It is a GSM and 3G HSDPA phone with no LTE. Collector shops, prop houses, and exporters to markets with live 2G or 3G service buy the Spica from TG Wireless, not activation dealers.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Galaxy Spica, GT-I5700 (also sold as Galaxy Lite and Galaxy Portal) |
|---|---|
| Network status | Not stated |
| Release | 2009 |
| Operating system | Android 1.5 as shipped, updated to Android 2.1 |
| Display | 3.2-inch TFT touchscreen, 320 x 480 pixels |
| Chip | Samsung 800 MHz processor |
| Rear camera | 3.2 MP with autofocus |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh, removable |
| Expansion | microSD slot |
| Connectivity | GSM and 3G HSDPA, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth, GPS, micro-USB, 3.5 mm headphone jack |
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
The Galaxy Spica is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE and no VoLTE, so it gets no service on any US carrier today: the three national networks retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile shut down its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026. Lock state is not stated in the listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets where GSM or UMTS service is still live, collectors of early Android hardware, film and TV props, and display units.
Resale fit
- Collectors and enthusiasts of first-generation Android handsets.
- Export to markets where 2G GSM or 3G UMTS service is still live.
- Film, TV, and stage prop houses that need period-correct 2009 smartphones.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and museums.
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.
