Description
Samsung Gusto SCH-U360 Purple, Factory Refurbished, Verizon
A purple Samsung U360 Gusto, Factory Refurbished (RB) and reconditioned to close-to-new working order, Verizon branded. The purple finish is the one collectors and prop buyers ask for, and this tier gives them a tested, clean unit of a Verizon flip that can no longer be activated.
The Samsung SCH-U360 is the Verizon Gusto, a compact CDMA flip phone from 2010 built for basic calling and texting: an external display, a VGA camera, Bluetooth, a speakerphone, and voice commands, in a small clamshell body that Verizon sold in several colors including purple. It is a 1x CDMA handset with no GSM radio and no LTE.
TG Wireless lists the U360 for collector and retro-tech shops, prop departments, and parts dealers. Verizon's CDMA network is closed, so the phone cannot be activated and has no GSM export path; it sells as a working period handset, not a service phone.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung SCH-U360, sold as the Samsung Gusto |
|---|---|
| Color | Purple |
| Network status | Verizon |
| Form factor | Compact flip phone |
| Original carrier | Verizon Wireless (also sold through Verizon prepaid) |
| Connectivity | CDMA 1x, Bluetooth; no GSM, no LTE |
| Camera | VGA |
| Features | External display, speakerphone, voice commands, SMS/MMS |
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 SCH-U360 Gusto is a CDMA handset with no GSM radio, no LTE, and no VoLTE, and Verizon shut down its CDMA network on December 31, 2022, so it cannot be activated on any US carrier today. Carrier branding is per listing; see the network status line in the table. There is no SIM slot and no export path to GSM markets, so realistic uses are collectors, film and TV props, parts, and display units.
Resale fit
- Collector and retro-tech shops that stock working Verizon-era CDMA handsets in the original color.
- Film, TV, and theater prop departments that need period-correct carrier-branded phones.
- Parts and display units for repair benches, store fixtures, and training.
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.
