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Motorola Debut i856 (Sprint-Nextel)

2009-12-03T11:54:00.002+07:00

The Motorola Debut i856 is a nifty iDEN push-to-talk phone for Boost Mobile subscribers. As Sprint's wholly owned prepaid brand, Boost sells plenty of iDEN phones already. But the i856 is the first slider with PTT capability. Despite a few stumbles, it acquits itself fairly well. While it's not my top pick, it's still a good choice for anyone interested in Boost Mobile's awesome $50 per month unlimited calling and texting plan.

The Debut i856 isn't a stand-in for rugged devices like the Motorola Tundra VA76r on AT&T and Casio G'zOne Boulder on Verizon. That said, the i856 still feels sturdier than most handsets. It measures 4.2 by 2.0 by 0.6 inches (HWD) and weighs 4 ounces. The back panel is covered in charcoal grey rubber, while the front panel features silver and grey plastic. The 2.2-inch, 176-by-220-pixel LCD screen looked dated, with blocky fonts and UI graphics, but at least it was colorful and bright. Six shortcut buttons bracket the five-way control pad, which doubles as a media player control. The vertical slider mechanism felt nice and solid; it revealed a bright red, recessed membrane keypad that looked and felt durable, and was evenly backlit. But dialing numbers on the stiff keys was slow and cramped. The keys also had differing amounts of resistance.

The Debut i856 is a proper iDEN (800 MHz) device, albeit with no 3G or Wi-Fi support. Calls sounded hollow and a bit echo-y in each direction, though no one had problems understanding me. Reception was average. iDEN subscribers like their phones loud, and the i856 doesn't disappoint. Its stereo bottom-mounted speakers delivered a powerful punch for both speakerphone calls and Push to Talk. Battery life was also solid at 5 hours and 51 minutes of talk time.

The interface looks like a lower-resolution version of the Motorola Stature i9's. The i856's home screen displays a scrolling band of shortcuts for common tasks. There's also a nine-icon main menu with submenus for each category. The i856 threads SMS and MMS messages, but with such a stiff numeric keypad, you'll want to limit communications to very short text messages anyway. It's also not much of an Internet device; the i856's Openwave 7.21 browser brought up WAP pages at a glacial pace, though I couldn't get an actual benchmark result due to its lack of JavaScript support. Motorola claims there are POP3 e-mail, IM, and GPS clients, but I couldn't find any of them.

Things improved on the multimedia side. The side-mounted, standard-size 3.5mm headphone jack was welcome. The microSD card slot supposedly only works with 8GB cards, but my 16GB SanDisk card worked fine. The slot is located underneath the battery cover (but not the battery). The music player was pretty responsive; it played my MP3 and AAC tracks, and displayed album art in a tiny thumbnail without problems. Playback was simple with the five-way control pad. Music even sounded passable through the built-in stereo speakers at the bottom of the handset, although it distorted horribly near maximum volume. Strangely, using Bluetooth devices with the i856 was a problem. Music sounded fine through Motorola S9-HD Bluetooth headphones, although it took three tries to get it to pair and connect correctly. The i856 also wouldn't pair with my benchmark Plantronics Voyager Pro Bluetooth headset, despite repeated attempts.

The 1.3-megapixel camera is on the low end of the spectrum. But it was fine for throwaway shots; test photos looked reasonably sharp and detailed as long as there was enough light. Shutter speeds were quick at under one second. Recorded 352-by-288-pixel videos at 14 frames per second looked terribly pixilated, as if I had used digital zoom on a 176-by-144-pixel video. Motorola actually sets the latter as default—apparently with good reason. There's an on-board video player that worked fine with camcorder videos, but the app refused to find any of the standalone videos on my microSD card.

If you want to save over $100, the $59 Motorola i335 is a simpler, candy bar-style phone that gets voice quality right and goes very loud. But its budget 130-by-130-pixel LCD and archaic UI look more 2004 than 2009. Buyers with extra cash on hand should check out the $299 Motorola Stature i9. While it's a more traditional flip design and lacks a standard-size headphone jack, the Stature i9 includes a nicer, higher-resolution LCD screen, a more powerful 3.1-megapixel camera, and a more comfortable numeric keypad.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $169.99 Street
* Service Provider: Boost
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 2.2 inches
* Screen Details: 176-by-220 TFT LCD screen
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 1.3 MP
* 802.11x: Yes
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: iDen
* Bands: 800
* High-Speed Data: 1xRTT

Motorola Droid (Verizon Wireless)

2009-11-23T12:01:00.001+07:00

The Motorola Droid is the first truly lust-worthy smartphone from Verizon Wireless, and it puts all other Google Android phones to shame. Motorola may have stinted on a few of the basics in its quest for mind-blowing smartphone power. But the first Android 2.0 phone is definitely the most advanced and exciting device connecting to Verizon today.

The Droid is a big, industrial, even a little steampunk-looking contraption at 4.56 by 2.36 by .54 inches (HWD) and a hefty 5.96 ounces. The front is a bright, rich 3.7-inch, 854-by-480 LCD capacitive touch screen. Below the huge screen are four light-up, touch-sensitive buttons, and then a bit of a lip with the microphone on it. The back is burgundy soft-touch plastic. The whole effect feels pleasantly expensive, but also rather masculine; it's not androgynous or organic like the iPhone.

Slide the screen to the right to reveal the first real disappointment, the Droid's keyboard. The QWERTY keys are a little too small, a bit too flat, and a touch too tight to put this in the first rank of keyboards. The Droid offers two decent touch keyboards as well, with word completion and correction. But even though I didn't love the physical keyboard, I was very glad it was there—even a mediocre physical keyboard is better than a touch keyboard, in my view.

The Droid's massive screen is a game-changer, because it shows the full width of desktop Web pages. Everything looks better and more readable on this screen—e-mails, calendar items, icons, whatever. But the real pleasure is turning the phone sideways and loading up a Web page. (Just like the iPhone, the Droid's screen rotates when you turn it.) Web pages no longer need horizontal scrolling, and if you have relatively sharp eyes, you can read everything. Double-tapping zooms easily, and scrolling around pages feels fluid. The Droid supports most JavaScript and DHTML, but not Flash or a few kinds of controls; for instance, I couldn't slide the slider on our home page (but I could make the carousel of columnists turn.)

Android 2.0, Speed, and Power
The Droid runs Android 2.0, but it's also a "Google Experience" phone. That means it runs the most basic version of Android possible. Google relies on the curiosity and tech-savvy of their customers to turn the phones into what they want to make of them. Motorola and HTC have all done good work personalizing Android and making it a bit cuddlier. But you won't see Motorola's extreme social networking or HTC's full-screen widgets here.

Fortunately, Google got the memo about providing a bit more base functionality. Android 2.0 means Microsoft Exchange support, a more flexible camera app, better software keyboards, better browsing and multitouch, for instance. (You can't "pinch" things, though; for now, multitouch just makes the virtual keyboards more usable.)

The world's first Android 2.0 phone is also the fastest, by a long shot. This is the first Android phone with an ARM Cortex-A8 processor, coming in the form of the TI OMAP 3430 chipset. That's an entire generation ahead of the ARM11 chips in all other Android phones. (The iPhone 3GS and Palm Pre also use Cortex-A8s.) I ran four publicly available Android benchmarks. On pure CPU measures, the Droid was about twice as fast as the Samsung Moment, which until now was the fastest Android phone available. The Droid was faster on memory and file system tests, too. Even network speed tests came out faster, because a faster processor can handle more data through the modem.

The result: really pleasing performance in both built-in and third-party apps. 3D games Hyperspace and Speed Forge played very smoothly, with responsive controls. Web pages scrolled very smoothly. Applications launched with aplomb.

The fast processor also made it more frustrating when programs would occasionally freeze or crash. The sluggish, poorly programmed camera app was the worst perpetrator by far, but I also got frustrated when network issues would hold up a Web page.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $199.99 Direct
* Service Provider: Verizon Wireless
* Operating System: Android OS
* Screen Size: 3.7 inches
* Screen Details: 480-by-854, TFT LCD capacitive touch screen
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 5 MP
* 802.11x: Yes
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: CDMA
* Bands: 850, 1900
* High-Speed Data: 1xRTT, EVDO Rev A
* Processor Speed: 600 MHz

Motorola Q8

2009-10-29T11:40:00.001+07:00

Fun Features

* Integrated 1.3 megapixel camera
* Windows Media Player Mobile
* Video capture with sound and playback
* Dual stereo-quality speakers
* Supports most popular audio and video formats
* Removable optional miniSD cards (up to 2GB) for extendable storage of documents, photos, music and video
* Approximately 40MB on-board available user memory7
* Send photos, video clips, text and sound1
* Browse the web

Call Management Features

* Call contacts or open applications with advanced speech recognition
* Built in hands free speakerphone
* Time and Date Stamp
* Photo-caller ID
* Virtually unlimited contacts (dependent on available memory)

Messaging Features

* View email and edit attachments (documents, spreadsheets, presentations and PDFs)
* Manage personal information with Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile (Inbox, Contacts, Calendar and Tasks)
* Supports multiple email (inboxes): POP3/IMAP4, Microsoft Exchange Server with direct push technology
* SMS
* Multimedia Messaging (MMS)
* Group SMS
* IM

Lifestyle Features

* Windows Media Player Mobile
* Photo-caller ID1
* Mega pixel camera with digital zoom
* Calculator
* Alarm Clock
* Pocket Outlook

Performance Features

* Talk Time /Standby Time: Up to approximately 5.6 hrs / 12.5 days2
* Bands: GSM4/GPRS/EDGE
* Standard Battery: 1130 mAh Lithium Ion
* Bluetooth Wireless Technology: Supports Bluetooth headset/hands-free and stereo Profiles8
* Synchronisation: ActiveSync and Airsync with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Motorola mini-USB connector

Data Features

* GPRS/EDGE Class 10
* Memory (FLASH/RAM): 128MB / 64MB7
* Optional Removable Memory: miniSD card up to 2GB

Technical Specifications

* Weight : 115g
* Volume : 85 cc
* Dimensions (H x W x D) : 117x64x11.5mm
* Display : 2.4” 240x320 65K TFT
* Colour : Soft Touch Black
* Form Factor : QWERTY
* OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6

Motorola CLIQ (T-Mobile)

2009-09-23T12:25:00.002+07:00

The Motorola CLIQ is the company's first Android-powered smartphone. It's also a stellar device for the socially inclined. It aggregates updates from social networking sites, photo sharing sites, and Web-based e-mail. It could easily serve as the center of your connected universe. For a change, that's not hyperbole. Despite a few stumbles, the innovative and effective CLIQ easily wins our Editors' Choice award for T-Mobile smartphones.

Design and Call Quality
You'll like the phone least when it's off, because the CLIQ is a briq. It measures 4.5 by 2.3 by 0.6 inches and weighs a hefty 5.7 ounces. It's made of black plastic, glass (on the front panel), and darkened chrome accents around the curved sides. The bright 3.1-inch, 320-by-480-pixel touch screen is a little small, compared to the HTC Touch Pro2's 3.6-inch, 800-by-480-pixel panel, and the T-Mobile G1 and myTouch 3G's 3.2-inch screens. That said, touch response was stellar on the capacitive screen. There's a built-in four-way accelerometer and proximity and ambient light sensors for the display. The slider mechanism felt solid. Sliding the front panel out reveals a four-row plastic QWERTY keyboard with a five-way control pad on the left. Typing was quiet, comfortable, and totally accurate; I made few mistakes.

The CLIQ is a top-notch phone. It's a quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and tri-band HSDPA 7.2 (900/1700/2100 MHz) device with Wi-Fi (but no Wi-Fi-enabled T-Mobile @Home calling). Voice calls sounded excellent in both directions, thanks in part to the powerful earpiece speaker and dual-mic setup. Reception was average, and generally matched a T-Mobile G1 I had on hand. Calls also sounded clear through a Plantronics Voyager Pro Bluetooth headset. The speakerphone was loud and powerful. Battery life was average at 9 hours and 28 minutes in EDGE mode.

Social Networking and MotoBlur
The CLIQ integrates social networking and messaging more deeply than any other phone we've ever seen, and it's the most heavily customized Android phone ever. Motorola's MotoBlur service is something many software and hardware vendors have tried to create but haven't been able to: an integrated, cloud-based interface for all of your online communications. If you're into Facebook or its ilk, MotoBlur is a real eye-opener.

MotoBlur brings together social networking updates, contacts, and other information from various sources, including Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, and Last.fm (yep, the streaming radio site), plus the usual news, weather, and other bits of info. In addition to all this, MotoBlur backs up your contact, calendar, and other phone data online, and offers an import tool from Outlook, Outlook Express, Hotmail, Yahoo, Gmail, and Thunderbird. You can add additional accounts easily with the Accounts icon in the Applications menu.

MotoBlur displays all of this data in a colorful array of widgets on the CLIQ's five home screen panels. The Social Status widget updates your status on any or all social networks, and displays recent status updates. The Messages widget handles text messages, e-mail, and social networking direct messaging. Happenings displays recently uploaded photos, events, and other items from your contacts. A separate Happenings icon in the Applications menu displays all photos and events (not just unread ones like the Happenings widget). MotoBlur is also plumbed into the phone's built-in PIM apps; for example, if a contact changes their phone number on their Facebook profile, the CLIQ picks it up and changes it in the phone's address book.

With few exceptions, it all works like a charm. In my tests, it picked up my Facebook e-mail inbox and let me send and receive messages; Twitter and Facebook updates showed up quickly as well, showing photos of each person. The widgets' design wasn't always ideal; seeing one update at a time on the home screen, with half of someone's Facebook photo, looked a little silly sometimes. I located my handset within a few moments using the desktop MotoBlur location tool, which finds lost CLIQs via GPS, and was treated to an on-screen map. Sadly, the tool doesn't ring the phone; forget using it to find a misplaced CLIQ behind the couch. On the plus side, if the phone really is lost, you can remotely wipe its data. I did run into the occasional bug; the "Home" app crashed several times with an error dialog, though the handset never seemed deeply affected as a result.

Those that are concerned about cloud-based MotoBlur falling victim to the same problem the T-Mobile Sidekick did during its well-publicized data-loss fiasco have no need to worry. MotoBlur doesn't have the same problem the Sidekick does, because the CLIQ stores data locally (just like all other smartphones). The Sidekick has a constant two-way sync constantly and keeps some data local and other data in the cloud, which is why some contacts and info disappeared when Danger's server died.

Messaging, Web Browsing, and Apps

The CLIQ is a capable all-purpose smartphone as well. Like the G1 and MyTouch, the CLIQ has a 528 MHz Qualcomm MSM7201A processor, with 256MB RAM and 256MB of internal storage. I would have preferred a faster processor. The CLIQ felt responsive in most situations, but there was occasional UI lag.

For e-mail, the CLIQ hooks into Gmail, Yahoo, and Windows Live Hotmail, and integrates with Microsoft Exchange servers for corporate e-mail. All messages appear in the CLIQ's universal inbox. It also syncs Google and Exchange calendar and contact information, and comes with a Microsoft Office document viewer. Plus, all PIM data is backed up in your MotoBlur account. For instant messaging, the CLIQ includes one app for AIM, Yahoo Messenger, and Windows Live Messenger accounts, while another app handles Google Talk separately.

Android's stock WebKit browser rendered Web pages accurately, with the exception of the usual gaping holes instead of Flash content, and the zoom controls were easy to manipulate. Download speeds in 3G mode averaged 810 to 850 kbps, which is good for a smartphone on an HSDPA 3.6 network.

Plenty of location-based services are also on board, including TeleNav-powered voice-enabled turn-by-turn directions, Google Maps with Street View, and Google Latitude for locating friends, along with the aforementioned location and remote wipe features. TeleNav had trouble understanding my voice specifying a destination, but it locked onto my location in about two minutes and delivered crisp, loud, accurate driving directions.

As with all Android phones, you can browse, buy, and download from a selection of over 7,000 apps in Android Market. Motorola may also introduce new widgets in the future as new services become popular.

But while Motorola insists the highly-customized CLIQ is compatible with all third-party programs, the CLIQ can't handle Google's standard OS updates. The CLIQ comes with Android 1.5, and can't be updated to Android 1.6 ("Donut") at the time of this review. CLIQ owners who want the integrated camcorder app and improved Android Market must wait for Motorola to issue its own package.

Media, Photos, and Conclusions

The standard-size 3.5mm headphone jack makes using your favorite earbuds a snap. MP3 and AAC tracks sounded clear and crisp over Motorola S9-HD Bluetooth headphones. The CLIQ displayed large album art thumbnails, and you can buy new music tracks over the air from Amazon MP3. You can also discover new music through imeem or Last.fm and stream it through the handset.

Video playback is especially attractive: a 3D wall indexes all your videos, and there's a timeline you can swipe with your finger. It wouldn't downscale a 720p HD video for the CLIQ's LCD, but it played other 3GP and MP4 videos, as well as YouTube, smoothly in full screen mode.

The 5-megapixel camera includes auto-focus, but lacks an LED flash. Test photos had a slight haze over them that's typical of tiny cell phone lenses. But overall, the CLIQ's camera performed well both outdoors and indoors without excessive noise. You can send photos straight to Picassa, Photobucket, Facebook, and MySpace. Recorded 352-by-288 videos played smoothly at 22 frames per second, and were well lit. I would have liked to see a VGA recording mode to match the iPhone and HTC Touch Pro 2, though. There's a microSD card slot hidden underneath the battery cover. My 16GB SanDisk card worked fine, and Motorola throws a 2GB card in the box to get you started.

The Motorola CLIQ's MotoBlur service truly sets it apart. If you use Facebook, MySpace, or Twitter at all, there's nothing quite like the CLIQ for you. If you don't intend to use MotoBlur, what's left is a solid Android smartphone that's a little more stylish than the T-Mobile G1. Our previous Editor's Choice, the BlackBerry 8900 is still a good pick for simple, no-nonsense mobile computing and e-mail. The HTC Touch Pro2 will still appeal to Microsoft loyalists who want a huge keyboard and high-res screen. But for anyone with a social networking account, pit the MOTOBLUR-enhanced Android against the TouchFLO 3D-enhanced Windows Mobile and it's no contest: Motorola's combination just works better.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $199.99
* Megapixels: 5 MP
* Processor Speed: 528 MHz
* Bluetooth: Yes
* 802.11x: Yes
* Bands: 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100, 1700
* Camera: Yes
* High-Speed Data: GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
* Operating System: Other
* Network: GSM, UMTS
* Service Provider: T-Mobile
* Web Browser: Yes
* Screen Details: 320-by-480, 262K-color TFT LCD capacitive touch screen
* Screen Size: 3.1 inches

Motorola Karma QA1

2009-08-15T12:36:00.001+07:00

Phones with slide-down QWERTY keyboards are finally starting to become popular, as shown by squat but solid handsets like the Samsung Reclaim over on Sprint and the new Motorola Karma QA1 on AT&T. The Karma is just three and a half inches tall, and yet features a slide-down QWERTY keyboard that's as wide as the one on a BlackBerry Curve. Despite some miscues, the Karma is an excellent choice at just $49.99 (with a two-year contract and after rebates).

Motorola handsets are often well-made, and the Karma QA1 is no exception. It measures 3.5 by 2.5 by 0.7 inches (HWD) and weighs 5 ounces. It's a little squat and heavy, but manages to look classy. The Karma has a black rubberized case with an aluminum grey accent band around the front panel edge. The 2.5-inch, 320-by-240-pixel LCD was bright and colorful, and the slider mechanism felt smooth and solid. The four-row keyboard has raised, oval plastic keys with a positive engagement. I enjoyed typing on it and made very few mistakes.

Features and Performance
The Karma is a quad-band EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and dual-band 3G (850/1900 MHz) device. It felt a little weird to hold up to my head because of its wide girth and slide-out keyboard. Nevertheless, voice quality was clear and punchy in both directions, with no background hiss thanks in part to Motorola's well-regarded CrystalTalk technology. Reception was excellent; I usually saw five bars and solid 3G signal, even indoors in a rural part of Massachusetts. Calls also sounded fine through a paired Plantronics Voyager Pro Bluetooth headset. The speakerphone was well-balanced and just loud enough for outdoor use providing you're not at a construction site. The Karma lasted 4 hours and 23 minutes on a battery rundown test, about average for 3G AT&T phones.

The home screen features Web page links for Facebook, MySpace, and JuiceCaster, a less-used social networking app. There's also a pop-up shortcut menu for the alarm clock, Bluetooth settings, and some other commonly used features. The Karma's tiered menu structure is a little weird, with duplicate icons across numerous submenus. But getting around was quick thanks to the UI's fast response time. Unfortunately, AT&T loaded the Karma with a ton of useless branded content and other bloatware, with well over a dozen icons sprinkled throughout the menu system.

Sorting through the chaff, AT&T Mobile E-Mail offers access to Yahoo, AOL, Windows Live, and common ISP accounts, but lacks Gmail support. The IM client also offers Yahoo, AIM, and Windows Live access (but not Google Talk); it also only showed my mobile AIM buddies, which was a disappointment. The GPS chipset hooks into the TeleNav-powered AT&T Navigator ($9.99/month) for voice-enabled, turn-by-turn directions. The GPS radio sometimes took several minutes to lock into my position, but the TeleNav app worked great once it did. The Opera 8.60 for Synergy browser displayed WAP pages quickly, though fonts were a little squished compared with other devices. Various desktop HTML pages were a tremendous mess; stick with WAP sites and you'll be fine.

Multimedia

The Karma works well as a multimedia device. The standard-size 3.5mm headphone jack was welcome. The microSD card slot was hidden beneath the battery cover, but didn't require removing the battery. My 16GB SanDisk card worked fine, and there's also 100MB of onboard storage. Music sounded OK over a paired set of Motorola S9-HD stereo Bluetooth headphones. The app displayed album art when available, and had no trouble playing MP3, AAC, and WMA files. You can buy tracks over the air from Napster and eMusic, and there's an XM Radio client ($8.99/month) on board as well. There's no standalone video player icon, but you can get around that by searching through the 'My Stuff' Application. The Karma played .3GP video files smoothly even when expanded to fill the screen, including a two-hour movie. The Karma works with AT&T's Cellular Video and MobiTV for streamed video services. Those clips played at inconsistent frame rates as usual, but at least audio stayed in sync and aspect ratios were correct. Java benchmark results were mostly poor with the exception of good graphics and video processing results, so the Karma could do as a gaming device in a pinch. The phone packs a 252 Mhz ARM9 processor, pretty decent for a midrange feature phone.

The Karma's 2-megapixel, fixed-focus camera with LED flash takes blurry, mottled, overexposed photos. About half were unusable, while the other half looked like washed-out pictures from VGA cameras of years past. Even well-lit outdoor shots featured blurry green messes where trees should have been. Recorded videos were of decent resolution (320-by-240-pixel) and played smoothly. But the poor optics contributed to a pasty appearance and a terminally dark cast indoors.

Aside from the poor camera, it's tough to fault the Karma. It gets most things right for a feature phone, and doesn't make the same mistakes that trip up competing handsets, such as using non-standard headphone jacks or burying the microSD slot underneath the battery. The LG Xenon GR500 has a roomier, more comfortable QWERTY keyboard along with a 2.8-inch touch screen; it's currently our Editors' Choice for AT&T feature phones. The $79 Nokia Surge is a messaging-focused handset like the Karma, but the Surge includes more powerful software and is a real smartphone requiring a more expensive data plan. If a hardware QWERTY keyboard isn't as important, the $99.99 Samsung Solstice SGH-a887 gives you a 3-inch touch screen with haptic feedback and plenty of media features, although it makes the headphone jack and microSD card slot mistakes I mentioned earlier.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $49.99 - $249.99 Street
* Service Provider: AT&T
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 2.5 inches
* Screen Details: 320-by-240, 262K-color TFT LCD screen
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 2 MP
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: GSM, UMTS
* Bands: 800, 850, 900, 1800, 1900
* High-Speed Data: EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA

Motorola W231

2009-07-29T11:29:00.000+07:00

General 2G Network GSM 900 / 1800

Announced 2008, 3Q

Status Available. Released 2008, November

Size Dimensions 108 x 44 x 14.9 mm

Weight 78 g

Display Type TFT, 65K colors

Size 128 x 128 pixels, 1.6 inches

Sound Alert types Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones

Speakerphone Yes

- 3.5 mm audio jack

Memory Phonebook 500 entries

Call records 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls

Card slot microSD (TransFlash), up to 1 GB supported, buy memory

Data GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 - 48 kbps

HSCSD No

EDGE No

3G No

WLAN No

Bluetooth No

Infrared port No

USB Yes, v1.1

Camera No

Features Messaging SMS(750), MMS, Email

Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML

Radio Stereo FM radio

Games Yes

Colors Red

GPS No

Java

- MP3 player

- T9

- Organizer

- Voice memo

Battery Standard battery, Li-Ion

Stand-by Up to 310 h

Talk time Up to 7 h 30 min

Motorola Evoke QA4 (Cricket Wireless)

2009-06-17T12:44:00.002+07:00

We're not quite sure what to make of the Motorola Evoke QA4. Though it offers a touch screen, a full HTML browser, and an appealing slider design, it hardly qualifies as either a smartphone or a multimedia powerhouse like the Samsung Eternity. Also, while we appreciate its decent call quality and nifty integration with applications like YouTube and Google QuickSearch, we remain unimpressed with its sluggish performance, midrange feature set, and clumsy touch screen. The Evoke is available from both Alltel and Cricket Wireless. We tested the Cricket version, though the features will be largely the same on both models. Cricket sells it for $279 without a contract.

Design
Though it's hardly groundbreaking, the Evoke's design has its good points. We like its oval shape, silver and black color scheme, and soft-touch material that covers its back side. At 4.25 inches by 1.99 inches by 0.68 inch and 4.25 ounces, the Evoke is much smaller than most touch-screen phones, and it's easily portable and it has a sturdy feel in the hand. What's more, we welcome the proximity sensor and accelerometer, even if the latter feature only works in a few applications.

On the downside, the 2.8-inch display is too small for a touch screen and its low resolution (65,000 colors, 400x240 pixels) doesn't impress. Graphics and photos aren't exceptionally sharp, colors are muted, and the whole effect is rather dim. We also found the customization options lacking; you can change just the wallpaper of the home screen, the backlighting timeout, and the intensity of the vibrating feedback.

At the bottom of the screen are icons for the contacts menu, the messaging app, and the calls list. In a clever move, these icons actually form the top row of the main menu, which you can access by pressing the Evoke's sole physical control below the display. The interface differs from the standard Moto menu design, but it's intuitive and well-organized. The only caveat is that there's no dedicated Back button; instead you must use either an onscreen arrow or the Evoke's sole physical control below the display .

One of the Evoke's better features is its integrated support for services like Google QuickSearch, AccuView weather, MSNBC, YouTube, and MySpace. Each has an onscreen "widget" that gives you direct access to that application. It's a nice touch, since it saves you having to dig through multiple menu levels. The widgets are arranged in a convenient side-by-side format similar to the menu pages on the iPhone--just swipe your finger across the display to cycle through them.

But on that note, the touch screen performs rather erratically. It took a firm touch to move between widget pages and scroll through long lists--when we tried swiping lightly nothing would happen. Conversely, we could select items with only a light touch. Compared with other touch-screen phones, we needed some time to grow accustomed to using the Evoke, and we were disappointed not to find an option for changing the display's sensitivity.

The aforementioned physical control below the display is flush, but its large size makes it easy to use. Besides opening and closing the menus, the control also works as a Back key in some menus. The numeric keypad is also flush, but both the backlit keys and the numbers on the keys are quite large. The keypad is brightly backlit for dialing in situations where the light is dim.

The remaining exterior features are a mixed bag. A tactile volume rocker sits on the left spine and a camera shutter and a handset0locking switch rest conveniently on the right spine. The camera lens is on the phone's back side out of the way of your fingers, but vanity shots will be difficult without a self-portrait mirror. We also weren't crazy about the single microUSB charger\headset port on the phone's bottom end. Though we thank Moto for adopting a standard charger connection, we'd prefer a dedicated 3.5 millimeter headset jack. Finally, we wish that the microSD slot wasn't hidden behind the battery cover.

To type messages, you can use one of the three methods: the physical alphanumeric keypad, a virtual alphanumeric keypad, or a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Obviously, we preferred the virtual keyboard since it saves you from tapping keys multiple times. It's relatively easy to use, and we like the predictive text, but the display's small size means that the keys are crowded and that few shortcut controls are available. Also, you must click through to a second keyboard for numeric keys and two additional keyboards for symbols. To move between the different keyboards you just need to rotate the phone and the accelerometer will do the rest.

Features
The Evoke has a 1,000-contact phone book with room in each entry for six phone numbers, an e-mail address, a URL, and a postal address. You can save callers to groups and pair them with a photo and one of 10 polyphonic ringtones. Other essentials include a vibrate mode, text and multimedia messaging, a notepad, an alarm clock, a world clock, a calendar, a calculator, and a speakerphone. You also can use Cricket's MyBackup service to store your contacts on Cricket's servers.

Motorola Rival A455 (Verizon Wireless)

2009-05-03T12:53:00.001+07:00

Motorola Rival A455 Purple and Black

The Motorola Rival A455 for Verizon Wireless is an affordable, messaging-centric phone with style. With one-touch access to your favorite applications, a partial touchscreen and a slide-out, back lit QWERTY keyboard, it is fast and easy to send messages, IMs and emails. The 2.0 megapixel camera/ camcorder is great for snapping photos and recording videos to share with friends and family with video and picture messaging, when words aren’t enough. The Motorola Rival also has safe, hands-free options including Bluetooth, speakerphone and voice commands. The feature-packed Motorola Rival has the latest technology and hottest applications to make your friends jealous: V CAST Music with Rhapsody, V CAST Videos, mobile web, expandable memory, a music player, and more.

A Stylish, Compact Messaging-centric Slider Phone With A Backlit Full QWERTY and Partial Touchscreen
One-touch Access To Text Message Composition, Emoticons, Symbols, and IM or Email
Snap and Share Memories With The 2.0 Megapixel Camera/ Camcorder and Video and Picture Messaging
A Stylish, Compact Messaging-centric Slider Phone With A Backlit Full QWERTY and Partial Touchscreen
One-touch Access To Text Message Composition, Emoticons, Symbols, and IM or Email
Snap and Share Memories With The 2.0 Megapixel Camera/ Camcorder and Video and Picture Messaging
Camera Megapixels - 2.0 Megapixels
Capture Modes - White Balance Options, Color Effects, and Fun Frames
Self-Timer - Yes, 3, 5, and 10 Seconds
Dedicated Camera Key - Yes
Video Capture / Camcorder - Yes, Record Video Clips To Share With Friends and Family
Zoom - Yes, 7x Digital Zoom
Bluetooth Wireless Technology - Yes, Connect Wirelessly To Other Bluetooth-enabled Devices: Headsets, Car Kits, Printers, DUN, and M
GPS Services Support - Yes, Integrated GPS Is VZ Navigator and E911 Capable
Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) - Yes, Listen To Music Wirelessly With Stereo Bluetooth Headset (Not Included)
Use This Phone As A Modem - Yes, Connect To Your Laptop For Broadband Access (Mobile Broadband Connect Feature Required)
Listen To Millions Of Songs With V CAST Music With Rhapsody or Watch V CAST Videos
Supports Your Favorite IM Chat Applications and Corporate and Personal Email Services
Always Find Your Way With Turn-by-turn Directions From VZ Navigator
Stay Safe With Hands-free Options: Bluetooth, Speakerphone, Voice Commands, and More
Access Your Corporate Email, Calendar and Contacts With RemoSync
Additional Items Included - Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide, Quick Reference Guide
Mobile Web Browsing - Yes, Surf The Internet With The Mobile Web Browser (WAP)
Email Client - Supports Corporate Email and Popular, Web-based Mobile Email Accounts Such As Yahoo! and Hotmail
Instant Messenger - Yes, IM Chat With Your Favorite Instant Messenger Applications
Text Messaging (SMS) - Yes, Send and Receive Text Messages With A Threaded, Chat-style View; One-touch Access
Multimedia Messaging - Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Voice Messages
Mobile Web Browsing - Yes, Surf The Internet With The Mobile Web Browser (WAP)
Email Client - Supports Corporate Email and Popular, Web-based Mobile Email Accounts Such As Yahoo! and Hotmail
Instant Messenger - Yes, IM Chat With Your Favorite Instant Messenger Applications
Text Messaging (SMS) - Yes, Send and Receive Text Messages With A Threaded, Chat-style View; One-touch Access
Multimedia Messaging - Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Voice Messages
Digital Camera - Yes, Camera/ Camcorder With Multiple Modes To Capture and Share Memories
PC Synchronization - Yes, Sync With Your PC To Download Your Music Library
Upgradeable - Yes, Download Software Updates Over-the-air
Expandable Memory Capacity - Store More Music With Up To A 8 GB microSD Memory Card (Not Included)
Compatible Carrier - Verizon Wireless
Multiple Numbers Per Name - Yes
Phonebook Capacity - Store Up To 1,000 Entries
Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack - Yes
TTY Compatible - Yes
Hearing Aid Compatible - Yes, M3/ T3
Network Compatibility - CDMA 800, 1900
Data Download Speed - 1x/EVDO
Dimensions - 2″ x 3.8″ x 0.7″
Weight - 4.4 oz
Micro-USB Port - Yes
Ringtone Types Supported - MIDI, MP3, WAV
Touch Screen - Yes, Partial Touchscreen For Dialing and Some Applications and Menus
Languages Supported - English and Spanish
Speakerphone - Yes, Speakerphone For Hands-free Conversations
Style - Slider With External Touchscreen For Dialing
Color Main Display - 2.2″, 176 x 220 Pixels, 65,000 Color QCIF Display
PDA Device - No
Device Supports Voice Plans - Yes
Device Supports Verizon Connect Plans - Yes
Device Supports Verizon Premium Plans - Yes
Available For Purchase Without Service Plan - Yes
Device Supports Add-on Line Plans - Yes
QWERTY Keyboard - Yes, Slide-out, Backlit Full QWERTY With Emoticons and Symbols
Voice-driven Menus - Yes, Access Some Functions With Voice Commands Including Email, IM and More
Parental Controls - Yes, Restrict Incoming Or Outgoing Calls/ Messages
Alarm - Yes
Vibrate - Yes
Calculator - Yes
Calendar - Yes
Color - Purple and Black

Motorola Hint QA30

2009-04-23T13:03:00.001+07:00

The Motorola Hint QA30 ($249.99 direct) is an unusual-looking texting phone for MetroPCS, Cricket, and Alltel. (I tested the MetroPCS version.) It's got some real pluses, such as threaded text messaging and good media players, but its troublesome phone performance leads me to caution you if you want to use this for heavy calling.

The Hint is odd-looking, but not hideous. Closed, the 4.2-ounce phone is very rectangular, measuring 3.2 by 2.4 by 0.7 inches (HWD). It has a 2.5-inch, 320-by-240-pixel screen, a big cursor pad, and several buttons on the front, including a dedicated music button. Slide the screen up to reveal a small QWERTY keypad with extremely pointy keys, like little mountains—designed to help you type in view of the keyboard's reduced size. There are dedicated messaging, speakerphone, camera, and WAP-browser buttons along the bottom.

This isn't an outstanding voice phone. Its reception isn't quite as good as that on the Samsung Finesse. The earpiece gets quite loud, and there's plenty of side tone (the sound of your own voice piped into the earpiece, which many people like). But transmissions, especially from noisy areas, sounded indistinct and occasionally staticky; the speakerphone has the same problem. One big advantage is that you can send MP3s to your phone via Bluetooth from a PC or Mac and then use them as ringtones, which saves you money. The ringer is loud enough for most situations, and the vibrating alert is both noisy and vibrant. Battery life, at 3 hours 49 minutes, is a bit short.

I tested two Hint units and experienced some serious problems connecting with Bluetooth headsets on both. Both units succeeded in making calls using the Motorola H700 mono and the Plantronics Pulsar 590A stereo headsets, but both failed through the Plantronics Voyager 520, the Plantronics Voyager Pro, the Iqua 603 SUN, and the Altec Lansing Backbeat 503 headsets. If you intend to use a headset, be sure to try it with the Hint in the store before buying it.

The Hint is the best texting phone we've yet seen on MetroPCS. The innovation here is threaded text messaging: It groups your messages into "conversations" so you can see all the chatter you've had with a specific person—this is ideal for heavy texters. The Hint also has an IM program that supports AIM and Windows Live Messenger.

For e-mail, the Hint uses MetroPCS's standard Mail@Metro application. This app is much easier to set up here than it is on the Samsung Finesse—it's designed to be used on a phone with a keyboard—but it supports a very short list of ISPs (plus generic POP/IMAP e-mail). I got it working with a Gmail account and was able to view messages in a simple, text-only format without attachments.

There's no real Web browser on the Hint, just Openwave's WAP browser, which can load a limited set of mobile-formatted Web pages. WAP pages, which load slowly, were hard to read because of a very condensed, poorly designed text font. Although the Hint is a 3G phone, MetroPCS has a 3G network in only two cities, Dallas and Detroit. (If you're getting your Hint from Cricket, by the way, it will work at 3G speeds in most Cricket cities. Cricket uses the same WAP browser and text-messaging software but has its own e-mail app, which we haven't tested.)

MetroPCS somewhat compensates for the lousy browser by including a bunch of fun Internet-based applications. Handmark Pocket Express gives you news stories, weather, stocks, and movie showtimes in a relatively efficient, easy-to-use way. Loopt helps you track your friends via GPS location. And the MetroNavigator GPS navigation software properly generated maps and driving directions.

The Hint makes a pretty good media player. You remove the back cover to pop in a microSD card up to 16GB in capacity (I had no problems with my 16GB SanDisk Mobile Ultra card). The Hint comes with a 256MB card preloaded with three Wyclef Jean songs. The phone doesn't play AAC files—so, nothing from iTunes—but MP3 and WMA files played fine. You can navigate by artist, title, and the usual criteria, but you can't easily transfer playlist data from your PC. Video playback was especially good: MPEG-4 videos at 320-by-240 resolution looked fine, and the phone plays 3GP and WMV videos, too. The 3.5mm headphone jack lets you use any standard pair of wired headphones.

The phone's 2-megapixel camera takes rather soft photos, with some blurring in low light and hypersaturated colors in daylight—it's not the best we've seen. The video mode records somewhat jerky 320-by-240-pixel videos at 12 frames per second. You can store your photos on a memory card or in the phone's 154MB of free RAM.

The Motorola Hint QA30 is just the ticket for messaging fiends who want to take advantage of MetroPCS's unlimited plans, and the strong MP3 and video playback features are nice bonuses. But since the Hint isn't a great voice phone, it's more for folks who text more than they talk. If you're looking for an all-around MetroPCS phone with a keyboard, there is the Samsung Messager SCH-R450, which has much better voice performance but lack the Hint's threaded SMS application and video player

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $249.99 List
* Service Provider: Alltel, US Cellular, MetroPCS, Cricket
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 2.5 inches
* Screen Details: 320x240, 262k-color TFT LCD display
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 2 MP
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: No
* Network: CDMA
* Bands: 850, 1900, 1700
* High-Speed Data: 1xRTT, EVDO Rev 0

Motorola W755 (Verizon)

2009-04-03T16:25:00.002+07:00

If you're in the market for a cell phone with the latest bells and whistles that might even replace your MP3 player, then you have to strongly consider the Motorola W755. Today we'll take a good look at it to tell you why.

Introduction

The Motorola W755 has a sleek and high-end style and feel to it. However, you’ll have to get it through Verizon Wireless. If you’re into cell phones, you’ll likely find that the Motorola W755 is similar to the Motorola Razr, which AT&T carries.

The Motorola W755 supports the CMDA 800/1900 network. It’s an EV-DO dual-band and dual-mode cell phone that supports Verizon Wireless’ 3G services. The Motorola W755 is packed with a lot of features. If you’re a business professional, there are features that will benefit you. For example, it allows you to synchronize your data.

On the other hand, if you’re simply a "consumer," you will also find a lot of features that you will love. If you’re a big fan of music, you’ll love being able to access millions of songs and playing them on your phone. The Motorola W755 has something for everybody. So you must read on and learn what this phone has to offer.

The Motorola W755 features a slim design that boasts a 1-inch screen, with a tiny camera lens located above it. The screen displays 96 x 80 pixels and 65,000 colors. As a result, the Motorola W755’s graphics and text are fabulous. You can adjust the brightness, display font size, and the backlighting time.

The cell phone’s dimensions are at 3.9 inches x 1.9 inches x .68 inches. The Motorola W755 is solid, although it has soft-touch material on both the front and back sides. You’ll love the phone’s shiny silver spines and hinge, which is also sturdy as well. You can get the Motorola W755 in two colors―purple or dark slate, which is black.

On the right spine of the Motorola W755, you can use the voice dialing button and a volume rocker. Meanwhile, the Moto smart key is located on the left spine. The Moto smart key serves two purposes. First, it locks the outer controls when the phone is closed. Second, when the phone is open, the Moto smart key initiates the speaker phone. The mini USB port is also located on the left spine, while the 2.5 mm headset jack is located on the right spine. As a form of protection, plastic flaps cover these ports.

If your vision isn’t that great, you’ll find the Motorola W755’s navigation feature very useful. It has large letters and numbers. In addition, a nice backlight illuminates these keys.

Not only is the navigation feature spacious, but it’s designed to be simple to use. It consists of a four-way toggle, with the OK button in the center of it. You can also set up and use the toggle as a shortcut to the four user-defined functions. It also comes with two soft keys, along with the Talk and End/Power control button. In addition, the Motorola W755 features a Clear key, along with camera/camcorder shortcut buttons. Even though these last two buttons are raised above the phone’s surface, you’ll find these controls are still easy to use.

The Motorola W755’s battery power lasts up to 220 minutes. Its standby time lasts up to approximately 390 hours, or about 16 days – not bad!

The Motorola W755 includes a 1.3 mega pixel camera that has a 4x digital zoom. It allows you to take photos in four resolution settings. You can use this zoom to perform some useful functions, including capturing video, self-portrait, and still shots. You can then view both the recorded images and videos on the camera’s 1.9-inch internal display. The camera has other features you’ll find on other cameras, including white balance settings, brightness, self-timer, three-color effects, and others. The camera comes with nine frames and four shutter sounds. However, it doesn’t contain a flash.

There are other features of the Motorola W755 you can take advantage of, such as text, video, and picture messaging. You can also use the VCAST Video feature, which enables you to either stream or download video from your favorite genres, including entertainment, news, sports, and others. The Motorola W755 also comes with the Mobile Web-capable feature that allows you to customize and listen to the current sports, news, weather, and others. If you’re in the mood for games, you can also use this feature to download them. You can also put different wallpapers on your screen, and change display themes and banners, as well as clock formats. The Motorola also comes with a WAP 2.0 wireless Web browser from Verizon so you can download more options and ring tones.

If you’re in the mood for chatting with your friends or family, you can take advantage of the Motorola W755’s IM and chat features. Use the optional VZ Navigator-capable feature to help you find your destination. You can get audible maps and turn-by-turn directions. You can use the phone’s Chaperone child locater service, but you’ll have to purchase it.

If you need to use a calculator, use the one that comes with the Motorola W755. It also comes with a world clock, a notepad, and a voice recorder. Not only can you send and receive email or instant messages, you can also synchronize your data with your laptop.

The Motorola W755 comes with a microSD card memory slot, which supports up to 4 GB, using an optional memory card. You can find the memory port behind the battery. You don’t have to worry about running out of space when it comes to putting in the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of your contacts. The Motorola W755 allows you store up to 1,000 contacts. The cell phone enables you to organize your contacts into caller groups. You can also use one of the 20 polyphonic ring tones.

Do you want to see a picture of your friend or family member? Take advantage of the phone’s photo caller ID feature. Every time your friend or family member calls, a picture of that person will pop up on your screen. The cell phone also has the traditional features, including showing the battery life, time, date, signal strength, and, of course, the caller ID.

As previously stated, if you’re into music, you’ll love the Motorola W755. Verizon Wireless lets you access the VCAST Music service. This service offers over three million songs from various recording artists, including popular and not-so-well-known entertainers. VCAST Music streams music over the air and directs it to your wireless phone.

Other music features that the Motorola W755 offers are different formats for the music player, including WMA V9, MIDI, MP3, AAC, and AMR NB. The cell phone allows you to use Windows Media Player 11 to set up and manage your own playlists. It also comes equipped with stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, and the 2.5 mm headset jack. You can use the controls, which are located on the front of the cell phone, to search for music by track, title, genre, or album. You can also use the external controls to turn on your Bluetooth and also change either your mute calls or ring volume, all without opening up your phone. The touch controls offer vibrating feedback. If you want, you can lock them to prevent their accidental activation.

If you’re looking for accessories for the Motorola W755, you’ll find plenty of them. You can find various Bluetooth headsets that will work with the Motorola W755, such as the H680 Bluetooth Headset, Bluetooth Headset H550 in Black-89100N, and many others. Depending on what your preference is when it comes to headsets, Motorola has the right one for you.

In addition to Bluetooth headsets, Motorola also sells other accessories. If you’re on the go, you should definitely have a car charger. Other car accessories you might want to consider to go with your Motorola W755 are the Bluetooth Hands-free system T605 and the MOTOROKR T505 Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone with Digital FM Transmitter. The Bluetooth Hands-free system T605 enables you to stream your music wirelessly. The MOTOROKR T505 Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone with Digital FM Transmitter, on the other hand, plays music and calls over your car’s speakers.

Other accessories that you must have include flash cards. Motorola sells two types of flash cards, which are the 2 GB TransFlash Card – SYN1407A and the 1 GB TransFlash Card – SYN1406A. Get the 1 GB TransFlash Card – SYN1406A so that you can add more memory to your phone.

Visit a local Verizon branch and see the Motorola W755 for yourself. You can also go to Motorola’s website and learn more about what this cell phone has to offer you. If you have purchased the cell phone, visit Motorola’s website anyway. You can download a copy of the User’s Manual, or visit the Frequently Asked Questions section about the product. You can also go to the Owner Support section to learn how you can get help from Motorola in the event you need it.

The Motorola W755 is affordable. It sells between $69.99 and $99.99. You’ll want to go to a Verizon Wireless branch to find out the actual price, since cell phones’ prices change frequently. Unfortunately, you’ll need to sign up for a two-year contract with Verizon Wireless.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $119.99 List
* Service Provider: Verizon Wireless
* Screen Size: 1.9 inches
* Screen Details: 176x220, 65K
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 1.3 MP
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: CDMA
* Bands: 800, 1900
* High-Speed Data: EVDO
* Special Features: Music

Motorola Stature i9

2009-03-22T15:49:00.002+07:00

The Motorola Stature i9 (for Boost Mobile, $299.99 direct) is the nation's fanciest prepaid phone, looking like neither your typical Nextel handset nor the sort of low-end model most people associate with prepaid accounts. It brings high-end features and a touch of class to the $50 per month unlimited calling plan on Boost. While the i9 isn't perfect, it's clearly the prestige handset choice if you use that carrier.

In case you're not familiar with Boost Mobile, it's Sprint's prepaid system. Boost runs on the old Nextel network (now owned by Sprint), which is nationwide but focuses on major cities and Interstate highway corridors rather than rural areas. However, the network uses the iDen technology, making it incompatible with non-Nextel phones. iDen allows for easy walkie-talkie connections—that famous Nextel "chirp"—but suffers from very slow Internet data speeds compared with those of modern 3G networks. (According to Sprint, the i9 will also soon be available on standard Sprint Nextel plans.)

A gigantic slab of a flip phone, the 4.7-ounce i9 measures a broad 2.1 by 4.1 by 6 inches (HWD) when closed and more than 7 inches long after you crack it open. Much of that real estate is consumed by screens: The 2-inch, 320-by-240-pixel color screen on the outside is surrounded with "mode-shifting" action buttons that appear or disappear depending on what you're doing, while the inside screen is a bit bigger, at 2.2 inches. The i9 also has a huge keypad, although I found the large keys flatter than I'd prefer.

When we reviewed the flip Motorola RAZR² V9, we lamented that the major carriers didn't take advantage of its external screen. That's not a problem here—you can do a lot without opening the phone. Kick the i9 into camera mode and the front screen becomes a viewfinder. The mode-shifting command buttons let you turn on the flash, switch to video mode, or open your image gallery. You can also fully operate the music and video players with the handset closed. But because the phone can do so much while it's folded closed, there are a plethora of buttons—more than the usual number—on the sides of the phone. You'll find controls for the speakerphone, volume, walkie-talkie, and the camera, as well as a hold switch and a user-configurable Smart button.

Given the i9's price of $300, buying it simply for its voice performance would be overkill, but it does well in this regard, making both voice calls and Nextel push-to-talk (PTT) "chirp" calls, with PTT calls connecting instantly and sounding quite loud. There's no noticeable background hiss in the earpiece, unlike on the less-expensive Motorola i335, and voices sound quieter but more well rounded. Transmissions over the microphone sound fine, although the phone fuzzes out voices a bit while blanking out background noise. Although it sounds loud and rich, the speakerphone shows some distortion at top volume, with transmissions sounding a bit hollow. Ringtones are insanely loud, which I've come to expect from a Nextel phone. Voice dialing uses the primitive recorded-tag method rather than the superior speaker-independent system. Talk time, at around 5 hours, is solid.

The i9 is Boost Mobile's finest music and videophone, though admittedly, that's not saying much. It's the carrier's only phone that supports microSD memory cards (our 8GB SanDisk card worked fine) and the only one with a proper music player. You can drag and drop AAC, MP3, or WMA music files onto a memory card or sync them over from Windows Media Player using a USB cable (which is not included). They'll play back loud and clear through the speakerphone or through stereo or mono Bluetooth headsets. Playlist data doesn't sync, but you can create your own playlists on the phone. There isn't a standard headphone jack, so you'll have to track down a micro USB–to–headset adapter if you want to use wired headphones. The i9 uses the same adapter as the RAZR² V9, which is available for around $15 online.

The 3.1-megapixel autofocus camera isn't the best out there, but it has the highest resolution you'll find on one of the carrier's handsets. It takes somewhat fuzzy, hypersaturated photos with an odd color cast. The video mode records smooth if noticeably dark 320-by-240-pixel videos at 15 frames per second (fps). The LED flash isn't especially bright, but it'll light up a face in a club. For video, the i9 plays 320-by-240-pixel MPEG-4 or WMV video in full-screen mode and syncs with Windows Media Player 11. Contrary to the spec sheet, our test phone couldn't handle H.264 files. And it won't play iPod-formatted videos—they're too big.

But it's when you get to the Web that the i9 becomes markedly less appealing. This is to a great extent the fault of Boost Mobile: Its data network is now the slowest in the nation, offering only half the speed of dial-up, and its basically unusable WAP browser takes poor advantage of the i9's large screen. You can send SMS, picture, and video messages, but that's about it. Boost has various Internet-enabled applications on many of its other phones, but they weren't available when I tested the i9: no Loopt, Hookt, e-mail, IM, or GPS navigation. There weren't even any games I could download. Some of that software is on the way, but at Boost's glacial data speeds, it won't likely be a smooth experience.

At $300, the Motorola Stature i9 is $200 more expensive than any other Boost Mobile phone. But you're getting the only Boost phone with removable memory, a capable MP3 player, and a 3MP camera—and you're also getting the best-looking handset of the lot. It's hard to justify the huge difference in price between the i9 and the rest of Boost's product line, but it's also hard to deny that you're getting a lot of exclusive features.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $299.99 List
* Service Provider: Sprint, Boost
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 2.2 inches
* Screen Details: 320x240 TFT LCD external color screen; 2.2" 320x240 TFT LCD main screen
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 3.1 MP
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: No
* Network: iDen
* Bands: 800

Motorola VE538

2009-03-17T11:55:00.005+07:00

Life is Mobile, Stay Connected
Motorola MOTO VE538 helps users stay connected to what’s most important - life - anywhere, anytime. Create pictures and videos with the 2-megapixel camera and then upload them quickly to favorite social networking sites via the 3G network¹.

Social Networking and Blogging Made Mobile
Connecting to social networking Web sites no longer requires a PC. A dedicated key gives one-click access to ShoZu², the gateway to social networking sites, and enables you to update your profile, comment on friends’ pictures, capture and upload pictures and videos—which can be posted to your online communities— and blog all while on-the-go.¹

Discover, Create and Share at 3G speed
MOTO VE538 uses 3G technology for lightening-fast Internet access and connectivity so users are never out of touch¹. Loaded with a full MP3 player and the ability to drag and drop tracks³^1,4 that uses a second VGA camera. And there’s no need to worry about storage space, with up to 4GB of optional removable memory⁸, store all your messages, music, pictures and video clips after capturing, downloading¹ or synching with your library⁵. with USB 2.0 Full Speed, MOTO VE538 enables users to play VMV and WMA tracks. Capture and share priceless moments with 3G Video Calling

MOTO VE538
Talk and Standby Time	Talk Time: Up to approximately 350 minutes; Standby Time: Up to approximately 310 hours⁶
Bands/Modes	UMTS 2100, GSM 900/1800/1900; GPRS Class 10
Weight	83 g
Size	65 cc
Dimensions	46.00(x) 107.00(y) 16.00(z)
Battery	Up to 910.00 mAh
Connectivity	Version 1.2 Bluetooth^® wireless technology, (A2DP and AVRCP)⁷, USB 2.0 FS
Display	2.0” 320 x 240 (QVGA) 262k TFT
Messaging	SMS, MMS, WAP 2.0¹
Audio	AMR, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3 ,WMA, WAV, XMF, SP-MIDI, MIDI
Video	MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, Windows Media^®, .3GP playback MPEG-4, H.263 recording (.3gp file format)
Camera	2 Mega pixel with 2nd VGA camera
Memory	10MB user available memory8; optional removable 4GB⁹ microSD
Chipset	Qualcom 6245
Software	Qisda
Form Factor	Candybar

MOTO VE538 is expected to be available beginning Q4 2008. For more information regarding pricing and product availability in your region, please contact your local Motorola representative.

Certain mobile phone features are dependent on the capabilities and settings of your service provider’s network. Additionally, certain features may not be activated by your service provider, and/or their network settings may limit the feature’s functionality. Always contact your service provider about feature availability and functionality. All features, functionality and other product specifications are based upon the latest available information and are believed to be accurate; however such product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

¹ Network and/or subscription dependent feature, not available in all areas. Airtime, data charges and/or additional charges may apply.

² Feature not available in all regions

³ “Drag and drop tracks” refers to transferring music from PC to phone. microSD™ cable required.

⁴ Video Calling requires that the recipient have a video call capable phone as well.

⁵ The unauthorized copying of copyrighted materials is contrary to the provisions of the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries. This device is intended solely for copying non-copyrighted materials, materials in which you own the copyright, or materials which you are authorized or legally permitted to copy. If you are uncertain about your right to copy any material, please contact your legal advisor.

⁶ All talk and standby times are quoted in Digital Mode, and are approximate. Battery performance depends on network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, and voice, data and other application usage patterns.

⁷ This device supports Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP profiles. In order for Bluetooth devices to communicate with one another, they must utilize the same Bluetooth profile. To determine the profiles supported by other Motorola devices, visit www. motorola.com/bluetooth. For other devices, contact their respective manufacturer.

Certain Bluetooth features including those listed may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices, or by certain wireless carriers. Contact your wireless carrier about feature availability and functionality.

⁸ Available user memory varies due to the configuration of the phone, which varies by service provider.

⁹ 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual usable memory after formatting is less

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Motorola, Inc. under license. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

Motorola Tundra VA76r

2009-02-16T15:52:00.002+07:00

If you think today's cell phones aren't manly enough, then take a look at the Motorola Tundra, AT&T's latest handset for the push-to-talk Nextel set. The military-spec-certified Tundra is resistant to dust, rain, humidity, vibration, and extreme temperatures. Motorola claims that dropping this phone isn't a problem either. The Tundra also serves up music and video, and can browse the Web (with an appropriate data plan). Even if this tough talker's girth may be off-putting to some, it's a solid heavy-duty work handset, and a great choice for those who abuse their gadgets.

First, the basics: The Tundra may be a big, bulky flip phone—the 4.9-ounce handset measures 3.9 by 2.1 by 1.0 inches (HWD) when closed—but it's beautifully made. You can have it in any color you want as long as it's black—but here, that's a good thing, given the Tundra's classy carbon-fiber-like textured rubber grip and charcoal-gray accents. An olive-green line follows the curve on the lid. Big rubber buttons on the left side of the handset control volume and AT&T's Push-to-Talk feature. The top panel sports two buttons that double as media and menu controls, while the right side contains a Camera button. The bottom is clean save for a covered mini USB port. One gripe: The hard rubber external antenna gives the Tundra a decidedly low-tech look—sort of like a circa-2004 phone.

On the front panel, a tiny 1-inch external screen displays the time, date, battery life, signal strength, and any current message alerts. Flip open the handset and you'll find a bright, crisp, 2.2-inch, 240-by-320-pixel LCD. The numeric keypad is one of the best I've used, with just the right amount of resistance and positive key engagement. The recessed five-way circular control pad is a little harder to press, but I got used to it pretty quickly. Send, End, Browser, and Cingular Video shortcut buttons flank the control pad, along with two programmable keys at the top that change functions depending on the screen mode.

The Tundra is a quad-band GSM (850/900/1,800/1,900) and dual-band HSDPA 3.6 (850/1,900 phone. AT&T's newish Push-To-Talk service doesn't boast many users, but that could change with the Tundra. The star of the show for the Tundra is call quality: Thanks to its integrated CrystalTalk 2 noise-reduction technology, this is one stellar voice phone. Callers sounded warm, punchy, and clear in both directions in a variety of test environments. Reception never wavered, showing a full five bars and solid 3G connectivity, even in rural areas that have given other AT&T phones trouble on my tests in the past. (Apparently, that external antenna is there for a reason.) The thundering speakerphone on the Tundra, which didn't distort even at maximum volume, means you can actually hear people outdoors at a construction site. The Tundra also paired well with an Aliph New Jawbone Bluetooth headset. Battery life was 4 hours 28 minutes, an average showing for a 3G phone on AT&T.

The menu system is straightforward and easy to decipher. The Tundra's media options are so-so, however. Despite the handset's 3G radio, its Web browser felt sluggish in operation, though WAP sites like m.cnn.com looked fine. Cingular Video offers highlight clips from ESPN, CNN, American Idol, and other outlets; an ESPN talk show clip looked sharp and played back smoothly, though the video filled only the top half of the screen. The handset's built-in A-GPS radio supports the optional AT&T Navigator service ($9.99 per month; $2.99 a day) for voice-enabled, turn-by-turn directions. The Tundra also works with mobile resource management apps like TeleNav Track and Xora mobile workforce management tools. The handset did well in our JBenchmark testing, and the included game demos played smoothly.

Motorola claims that the microSD slot, located underneath the battery cover, works with cards up to 4GB in size; my 8GB SanDisk microSDHC card worked fine, however. There's also 100MB of built-in user memory. The music player reads AAC, MP3, AAC+, and eAAC+ files, but not WMA tracks; you can also use eAAC+, MIDI, MP3, and MPEG-4 files as ringtones. On my tests, the Tundra displayed album art from a Kanye West track in a small thumbnail on screen. Music sounded surprisingly loud and clear through the tiny stereo speakers below the numeric keypad, but there was no discernible bass response. I heard a lot more low-end and a warmer overall tone over a paired set of Cardo S-2 Bluetooth headphones. There's no standard-size headphone jack, so you'll need to find compatible mini USB earbuds. Over-the-air music shoppers can buy tracks from AT&T Mobile Music, which also includes entertainment news, as well as support for Music ID and satellite radio.

The Tundra's camera has a 2.0-megapixel sensor but lacks an LED flash and autofocus. It can also record CIF videos at 15 frames per second. Although the Tundra snapped photos quickly, they were overexposed, with seared white areas in bright light. The camera blurred details and couldn't resolve individual leaves on trees, even when I changed the camera's default quality setting from "better" to "best." The Tundra also recorded the usual, semi-useless 176-by-144-pixel thumbnail videos at 15 fps.

With a rugged phone, you need to do some serious endurance tests. First, I took it outside and buried the phone face up in the snow and left it there for awhile. Next, I closed the handset and threw it down with force on the concrete driveway several times. I also tossed it about 9 feet into the air, just above my garage roof, and let it land on the ground. At this point, the phone looked fine, though covered with a little mud and dirt, so I thought I'd run over it with my car a few times while it was still flipped open and face up. The first time, the right-side hinge snapped and broke off a bit (see the slideshow ). The second time I did it, the battery cover came off, and the screen looked pretty bad. I ran it over once more just to be sure.

I then checked the phone and found it turned off. It wouldn't turn back on, either. So I washed it thoroughly in the sink, with the battery and SIM card still inside, and then dried it off. I tried powering up the Tundra again—this time with success! Unfortunately, I could see only the top portion of the screen, since the internal LCD was cracked. The handset was also fixed in a quasi-permanent L-shape and wouldn't close properly. The phone did still work, however, and a test call sounded just as loud and clear as before. The keypad also looked and felt as good as new, despite the fact that I had run over it several times with a 2,500-pound car. Granted, the hinge and LCD didn't hold up. But in real life, it's rare to drop a handset, let alone subject it to this kind of abuse, while it's still open. And as my various "throw" tests demonstrated, when the Tundra is closed, it's virtually impervious.

Overall, the Tundra gives work-minded AT&T subscribers out in the field all the cell phone they need, and there are few alternatives on AT&T, since the carrier doesn't offer any other phones with the same tough construction. The major competitors are over in the Sprint-Nextel camp—including rugged models like the Sanyo PRO 700, which offers a loud speakerphone, push-to-talk capability, and solid voice quality. Verizon, for its part, has the Casio-built G'zOne Boulder. It offers ruggedness similar to the Tundra's, but it doesn't sound nearly as good on voice calls. Either way, those are options only if you're in a position to switch carriers.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $199.00 - $399.00 List
* Service Provider: AT&T
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 2.2 inches
* Screen Details: 240x320-pixel TFT, 262K colors
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 2 MP
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: GSM
* Bands: 850, 900, 1800, 1900
* High-Speed Data: GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
* Special Features: Music

Motorola VU204

2009-02-15T14:51:00.002+07:00

Sometimes looks matter. And while the Motorola VU204 is a good, low-end voice phone for Verizon with useful extras like Bluetooth and a camera, its chubby, toylike design makes me hesitant about recommending it.

Of course, you might feel differently. That's the thing about design: It's a purely subjective decision. The VU204 is a strangely oval-shaped phone that measures 3.65 by 2.09 by 0.76 inches (HWD) and weighs 3.4 ounces. The plastic case feels slightly velvety and looks as if it's made out of Play-Doh—or as if a narrower phone has been sat on and squashed. Open it up and things still look cheap, especially the hard plastic keys with rounded edges; when it gets dark, they light up with a rather sickly looking backlight.

The keys are generally well laid out, easy to use, and spacious, and the keypad includes dedicated speakerphone and camera keys, which work fine but are still visually unappealing. The volume buttons are also stiff and ugly. The 1.9-inch, 176-by-220 screen tends to use bold fonts that end up looking a bit low-res. The VU204 uses Verizon's new super-easy-to-use interface, whose clear, bold text and linear design make navigating simple.

If you can get past the design, however, you get a good voice phone here. Reception was decent, though not excellent. Call quality, on the other hand, was very good indeed: Calls both sent and received sounded very clear, and no distortion came through. The VU204's volume is plenty loud, though the LG VX5500's is slightly louder. The phone did a good job of rejecting background noise in transmissions. Its speakerphone (on the back of the phone at the bottom) was loud enough for outdoor use—and I was happy to see it works with the flip closed.

The phone's 15 included ringtones are very loud, but you can't use your own music for ringtones. If you want to use songs, you have to download new MP3-quality ringtones from Verizon for a fee. The vibrating alert is okay, but it didn't strike me as particularly strong.

The VU204 paired easily with our Plantronics Voyager Pro Bluetooth headset, and it also had a standard 2.5mm headset jack. The phone has the generally excellent Nuance voice dialing suite, which doesn't require training and can be triggered from a headset. The VU204's 5 hours of talk time was good for a Verizon phone.

Beyond basic voice functions, the VU204 has a pretty poor camera. Pictures seemed fuzzy—even for a VGA camera. I was glad to find that I could transfer photos over to my MacBook Pro using Bluetooth, though.

The VU204 also has Verizon's VZ Navigator GPS software, which ran well enough in testing. Like almost all other Verizon phones, the VU204 can do text and picture messaging and IM on AIM, Windows Live, and Yahoo networks. For e-mail, you can use the $5/month downloadable Vemail program. The phone also plays downloadable games and has a very basic WAP browser, which surfs a limited number of Web pages over Verizon's relatively slow 1X network. The phone has about 15MB of free memory to store photos, programs and games.

In the end, the Motorola VU204 just isn't the most attractive phone you'll find. If you want a more professional-looking Verizon voice phone, I'd say go with the LG VX5500; for a more stylish phone, the Nokia 7205 Intrigue is a good choice.

MOTO VU204 meets everyday, on-the-go needs with handy features and tools from Verizon Wireless, including access to popular messaging features such as mobile IM, e-mail, and text and picture messaging¹. The clamshell phone captures candid moments with a VGA camera with 4x digital zoom and a dedicated camera key for easy access. The MOTO VU204 also supports stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, as well as Verizon Wireless’ Media Center and VZ Navigator service.

Both the Motorola Rapture and the MOTO VU204 are compatible with Motorola’s new MOTOPURE H15 Universal Bluetooth Headset. This must-have accessory features an exclusive flip design that has the best background-noise cancellation, based on independent testing of the top-selling dual-microphone Bluetooth headsets.

Pricing and Availability
The Motorola Rapture VU30 is available for $129.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement. The MOTO VU204 will be available for $29.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement. Customers can purchase the MOTOPURE H15 Universal Bluetooth Headset in stores and online beginning Oct. 8 for $99.99.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $0.00 - $199.99 List
* Service Provider: Verizon Wireless
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 1.9 inches
* Screen Details: 176x220, 65k-color TFT LCD main screen; 1", 96x80, 65k-color CSTN LCD external screen
* Camera: Yes
* Megapixels: 0.3 MP
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: No
* Network: CDMA
* Bands: 850, 1900
* High-Speed Data: 1xRTT

Motorola VE240

2009-01-31T16:07:00.002+07:00

A basic phone with a few frills, the Motorola VE240 makes a good, simple voice phone for Cricket and MetroPCS users. Kids on a budget will appreciate its basic MP3 player, and drivers will enjoy its robust Bluetooth support. If you don't know Cricket and MetroPCS, they're wireless carries for our recessionary times. The two carriers sell cheap, unlimited-use wireless service in an increasing number of cities nationwide. Typically, their unlimited plans cost half that of other carriers. The downside is that if you want to use a phone outside a Cricket/MetroPCS metro area (see coverage map below), you pay a high per-minute roaming charge.

The VE240 is a good-looking, easily pocketed candy bar–style phone (4.4 by 1.9 by 0.6 inches, HWD) in black with red and silver accents. It feels a little cheap, but then again, it is cheap. The blue-backlit keys are small but usable; the phone's one physical drawback is a very dim 128-by-128, 1.5-inch LCD screen. On the side of the VE240, you'll find buttons for volume, voice dialing, and activating the speakerphone.

As a voice phone, the VE240 is nothing special, but it gets the job done. Reception was very good: The VE240 connected more calls than the Samsung Messager, and connected calls in fringe areas more quickly than the Nokia 1606. Earpiece and speakerphone sound were okay, though both are of moderate volume and a little muddy. There's almost no in-ear feedback of your voice, which could have helped prevent "cell yell." A transmission from a noisy area came through clearly. Battery life is excellent, at 5 hours 44 minutes of talk time on a single charge.

The VE240 has a standard 2.5mm headset jack for wired headsets, supports both mono and stereo Bluetooth headsets, and has very good built-in Nuance voice recognition. It auto-paired easily with a Motorola H15 Bluetooth headset, and you can trigger voice dialing from the headset. Ringtones are loud, and the vibrating alert, while short in duration, is sharp.

The VE240 comes with several games and has a very basic WAP browser that's essentially unusable on the tiny screen. It supports SMS and MMS messaging but not e-mail or IM. The VE240 does have one interesting extra feature: a music player, albeit a very basic one. It plays only unprotected MP3s, and you have to put the files on a microSD card that fits under the battery, where it is awkward to insert or remove. Once you've popped in the card, though, you can move files on and off the phone using a standard mini USB cable. Our VE240 worked fine with an 8GB SanDisk microSD card. Music sounded good over a wired headset and Motorola S9 HD stereo headphones.

The Motorola VE240 makes a good entry-level phone for Cricket and MetroPCS users, and its Bluetooth and voice dialing support are great for folks with cars. I'd feel safe recommending it over the similar Cricket EZ (which has notorious quality problems) and Samsung Spex. The Samsung MyShot SCH-R430 is perhaps a better general-purpose Cricket or MetroPCS phone, but it's more expensive. Thus, for those on a budget, the VE240 will do.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $49.99 - $119.99 List
* Service Provider: MetroPCS, Cricket
* Screen Size: 1.6 inches
* Screen Details: 1.6", 128x128 CSTN LCD screen
* Camera: No
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: No
* Network: CDMA
* Bands: 850, 1900
* High-Speed Data: 1xRTT

Motorola MOTO W233 Renew

2009-01-11T14:59:00.000+07:00

The water cooler has come a long way: First we talked around them, and now we can talk on them. The first cell phone to receive our GreenTech Approved seal, the Motorola MOTO W233 Renew for T-Mobile, is the first U.S. phone whose body is made from recycled plastic—watercooler jugs, in fact. Aside from being very green, it doesn't offer a lot of features, but the Renew is a good choice if all you need is a solid voice-only phone.

PCMag.com's GreenTech Approved standards require that we rate phones on seven environmentally friendly criteria, and the Renew passes with flying colors: It is RoHS compliant (meaning that it doesn't contain hazardous chemicals, like mercury), uses recycled packaging, is made partially from recycled materials, and comes with a postage-paid envelope so you can send back your old phone for recycling. For the time being, at least, we're dubbing the Renew the most environmentally friendly phone on the U.S. market.

A small (4.4 by 1.8 by 0.6 inches, HWD; 2.9 ounces), cute, candy bar–style phone, the Renew features white, green, and black accents. The handset has a rather dim 1.6-inch, 128-by-128-pixel screen, and a standard keypad of stiff, plastic buttons. There's a standard mini USB connector for charging on the handset's right-hand side.

The dual-band (850/1,900 MHz) Renew is an excellent voice phone—and one of the best we've tested on T-Mobile's 2G network. Reception is strong; the earpiece is loud yet clear, and voice quality is exceptionally good—the microphone aggressively cancels even very loud background noise. Voice quality does suffer a bit when the phone pumps up its noise cancellation, but conversations are still very intelligible. The speakerphone is loud enough for indoor or outdoor use, though its mic does let some background noise through. The Renew features a standard 2.5mm headset jack and comes with a stereo headset, but it doesn't support Bluetooth or voice dialing. Ringtones are loud, and you can use your own MP3s. The handset's vibrating alert is also very strong. Battery life is acceptable for a 2G GSM phone, at 9 hours 5 minutes of talk time.

Apart from voice calls, the Renew doesn't do much. WAP Web browsing on T-Mobile's GPRS network is dismal given the low-res screen and large default font (it displays only four lines of 20 characters). You'll run into the same problem with text messaging: You can see only a few words at a time. The phone receives picture messages, though the display isn't great for viewing photos. There's no camera to take shots or create new picture messages, but you can forward images stored in the phone's 1MB of memory. If you want to load JPEG images onto a microSD card, you can get them on the phone that way, but only if they're really small (even images as small as 500 by 666 pixels are too large to render well).

The Renew comes with Sudoku and Tetris games, but it couldn't even install our JBenchmark Java benchmark test suite, so we don't have high hopes for downloading other software. The alarm clock and calculator functions are useful, though.

Although the Renew is touted as a music phone, using it for that purpose is not a pleasure—especially considering that the microSD slot is inconveniently placed underneath the battery. What's more, the phone supports only cards up to 2GB. You can load only MP3 files—no other formats are supported—into the card's Music folder, which the phone creates when you insert a new card. You have to take the card back out, however, to load files via a PC-based card reader, since the phone can't connect with a PC directly via USB. Once your music is loaded, you can browse by song only; there are no sorting options.

The Motorola MOTO W233 Renew is almost too devoid of features to recommend. Even on the most basic of voice phones, I like to see Bluetooth and voice dialing for in-car use. For a more auto-friendly option, turn to the Motorola RIZR Z3, which you can get free with a new T-Mobile contract. But the Renew's low price, strong voice quality and eco-friendly nature could make it a good emergency phone, backup phone, or even a first phone for a teen. Ultimately, despite its lack of features, the W233 Renew gets a green thumbs-up.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $9.99 - $59.99 List
* Service Provider: T-Mobile
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 1.6 inches
* Screen Details: 128x128 CSTN LCD screen
* Camera: No
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: No
* Web Browser: No
* Network: GSM
* Bands: 850, 1900
* High-Speed Data: GPRS

Motorola i335

2008-12-03T15:18:00.002+07:00

For folks who like to talk, the combination of the affordable Motorola i335 and Boost Mobile's new $50 per month unlimited call plan is a terrific deal. The i335, available for both Boost Mobile and Sprint subscribers, is a simple, almost-perfect voice phone that makes clear calls its top priority.

We tested the Boost-branded i335. In case you're not familiar with Boost Mobile, it's Sprint's prepaid system. Boost runs on the old Nextel network (now owned by Sprint), which is nationwide but focuses on major cities and Interstate highway corridors, not rural areas. However, the network uses the iDen technology, making it incompatible with non-Nextel phones. iDen allows for easy walkie-talkie connections—that famous Nextel "chirp"—but suffers from very slow Internet data speeds compared with modern 3G networks.

The 3.7-ounce i335 is a slim, stylish, and semi-rugged candy-bar–style phone that measures 4.7 by 1.8 by 0.5 inches (HWD). Although this phone isn't waterproof and won't withstand serious damage, it's durable enough to throw across the room without having the back fly off. The front of the handset feels slightly rubbery, and the back is textured, making it unusually comfortable to hold. You get bumpy, red-backlit keys that are not fully separated; a four-way cursor pad with a big OK button; and a 130-by-130-pixel color LCD. Volume controls, a Push-to-Talk (PTT) button, the 2.5mm headphone jack, and a convenient mini USB charging port all reside on the sides of the phone.

On my tests, calls sounded sharp, though there was a slight background hiss. The speakerphone, which is also used for Boost/Nextel walkie-talkie calls, was loud and very clear, as were ringtones. The i335 has a jack for a 2.5mm wired headset, and the phone auto-paired with our Motorola H15 Bluetooth headset without a problem. Voice dialing is limited to recording your own voice tags. I managed nearly 5 hours of talk time on a battery life test, which isn't bad.

Beyond chatting, the i335 can send and receive text messages. It can receive picture messages, but it doesn't support video messaging. You can play basic games and run Boost's GPS-based social-networking services, Loopt and Hookt. It even supports GPS navigation with a Telmap-based solution, but given the tiny screen and extremely slow Internet connection, I wouldn't recommend using the feature that often. There's no camera, memory card slot, or media player here.

My major complaint with the i335 is the dated Nextel user interface. While it might have been state of the art in 2002, today it's clunky, difficult, and inconvenient, forcing you to click on various links labeled "More" when most phones just let you scroll.

If you're looking for a super-simple voice phone to use with Boost Mobile's unlimited $50-per-month calling plan, look no further than the Motorola i335. For Sprint we still prefer the Sanyo PRO 200, which has a better user interface and connects to Sprint's much faster EV-DO data network. But the i335 is a solid, reliable, and pleasingly loud voice phone that should provide many happy hours of chat.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested: $39.99 - $59.99 List
* Service Provider: Boost
* Operating System: Other
* Screen Size: 1.5 inches
* Screen Details: 130x130 TFT LCD screen
* Camera: No
* 802.11x: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: No
* Network: iDen
* Bands: 800

Motorola Q 9h

2008-11-21T15:07:00.000+07:00

The Motorola Q™ 9h is a 3G Smartphone with high quality media, imaging & business features to suit the user on the move whether the user needs be communication, entertainment or business needs. The Motorola Q™ 9h is also known as the MOTO Q™ 9h for short. This useful Smartphone comes in a slim & sleek designed handset which is black in colour & comes with a large screen & a full QWERTY keyboard. The handset is made from rich materials & soft touch surfaces which make it feel good in the user hand when in use which gives it the quality feel it deserves. The screen is 2.4 Inches in size & displays a colourful 65k coloured display with a high screen resolution for a clear viewing experience. This 3G Smartphone comes with a well spaced out numeric keypad which is subtly built into a full QWERTY keyboard so therefore the user can input numbers using the numeric keypad or type text at high speeds using the QWERTY keyboard. The keypad section & the QWERTY keyboard light up when in use with an attractive blue colour lighting on each key which allows the user to input text & numbers more easily as each key is lit up for guidance. The phone comes with built in memory which is 256 megabytes in size & has 96 megabytes of RAM memory. The Motorola Q™ 9h supports memory expansion using the memory card slot which supports a MicroSD™ type memory card up to 2 gigabytes in size. This Smartphone is slim in design when considering it's built in capabilities & its size makes it an easy to carry & use devices. It measures 11.8mm deep by 118mm high by 66.7mm wide & its total weight is 132 grams which gives it a solid & quality feel without weighing its user down when carrying.

The Motorola Q™ 9h works on a Windows Mobile® 6.0 standard operating system which allows the user to enjoy many Windows based applications & function on their new 3G Smartphone. The user can create, save, view & send documents in all Microsoft ™ formats including Windows Microsoft ™ Word, Microsoft ™ Excel & Microsoft ™ PowerPoint as well as viewing PDF documents. The user can use the documents to go feature to unzip & zip files & documents that are larger in size. The Motorola Q™ 9h comes with an anti virus protection software which protects this devices just as the user would protect their personal computer or laptop. The user can access the World Wide Web & enjoy surfing the Web using the Opera Web browser for a fully mobile Web experience. The Smartphone supports an Outlook mobile email service which allows the user to create an email inbox, contacts list, calendar & task feature using Outlook mobile. An email can be sent directly from the Q™ 9h complete with a document or file attached which allows the user to use their mobile email service just like they would do on their personal computer. This Smartphone is a mobile office with easy to use business features. Communication has never been as easy, as the Motorola Q™ 9h comes with messaging service which allow the user to communicate with others without even making a call. The phone supports an instant messaging service which allows the user to communicate with other compatible contacts that are online for an online chat style communication tool. A text message containing text is known as SMS messaging & allows the user to create & send a message to other mobile phone users. A MMS messaging allows the user to share their pictures & video clips with compatible MMS contacts. The phones camera feature has options which allow the user to directly move from imaging to the messaging features which allows the user to create & send a MMS type message as soon as the picture or video has been captured. The phone comes with an easy to manage phone book which allows the user to add, delete & update their contacts details with ease. The user can add a picture or image to their contact which allows the user to view the chosen picture as the contacts ID when the contact calls.

The built in 3G HSDPA technology provides fast data transfer rates, multitasking skills & broadband speed Internet connectivity for the user of this capable Smartphone to enjoy. The phone comes with Bluetooth® with A2DP technology which allows the user to gain a wireless connection between the Smartphone & other Bluetooth® compatible devices when transferring data files between the two devices. The EGDE technology allows the user to enjoy a high speed transfer rate when transferring files between devices. The Motorola Q™ 9h has a USB connection port which allows the user to insert a USB cable which can then be plugged into another compatible device to transfer files. This Smartphone comes with a rechargeable battery which when fully charged by the user will provide up to 5.5 hours talk time or approximately 456 hours standby battery time. The user can enjoy a wireless call experience by using the speaker phone feature which means the user does not have to hold the handset to their ear when on a call but the user can place the handset on their desk & hear their contact over the loud speaker. A conference call feature allows the user to talk to up to six contacts per call which is a great way to have a meeting type conversation. The Motorola Q™ 9h comes with a voice notes feature which allows the user to record voice reminders on their handset & the user can also use voice activation to call contacts using the voice dialling feature. The Q™ 9h Smartphone works on a quad band network which covers Worldwide roaming but the overall coverage if fully dependant on the service provider.

A built in camera feature gives the user the freedom to take still pictures & record moving video on their Smartphone. The camera feature provides the user with a two megapixel camera complete with a digital zoom function & a LED photo indicator light. The user can use the flash option when in duller or darker environments which will brighten up the user pictures for a perfect result. The Motorola Q™ 9h supports video recording & video playing in popular video formats including MPEG4 & WMV to name a few. The user can play video at up to thirty frames per second for a beautiful video playback experience. The built in Windows Media® player mobile allows the user to enjoy music playing & video playing on the Q™ 9h which supports a large range of music formats. The phone comes with dual speakers which allow the user to enjoy video sound & music out loud for a lively listening experience. The Motorola Q™ 9h is a Smartphone phone with many smart features to entertain & assist the user in their day to day living.

Motorola Q 9h Specifications & Features

Screen
2.4 Inch TFT 65k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
Digital Zoom
Flash
LED Photo Indicator Light
Camera Keys
Video Record
Video Player (MPEG4, WMV, H263 & H264)
Video Player (30 fps)
Windows Media® Player Mobile
Picture ID
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Email with Attachment
Windows Outlook Mobile
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
Music Player (MP3, WMA, AMR, AMR NB, AMR WB, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WAV & MIDI)
Windows Media® Player Mobile
Dual Speakers
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Time & Date Stamp
Speaker Phone
Conference Call
Voice Dialling
Voice Notes
View PDF
MicroSoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel (Create, View, Save & Send)
Documents to Go (Zip & Unzip Documents)
Anti Virus Protection
QWERTY Keyboard
Windows Mobile® 6.0 Standard OS

Connectivity
3G HSDPA
Bluetooth® with A2DP
Micro USB
GPRS
EDGE
Synchronisation

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)
HSDPA

Internet
Opera Browser
Outlook Mobile (Inbox, Contacts, Calendar & Tasks)

Memory & Talk Time
256 Mbytes Memory plus 96 Mbytes RAM & MicroSD™ Support up to 2 Gbytes
5.5 Hours Talk Time
456 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
132 g
118 x 66.7 x 11.8 mm

Motorola MOTO ZN200

2008-11-21T12:57:00.000+07:00

The Motorola ZN200 which is also known as the MOTO ZN200 is a slider phone complete with many user friendly features. The handset is compact with measurements of 15.9mm deep by 105mm tall by 47mm wide when in its slide closed position & it weighs 115 grams. The ZN200 comes with a 1.9 Inch screen which can be viewed when the slide opening mechanism is in its slide open or closed position. This TFT screen provides up to 262k colour for the user to view on a 176 pixel by 220 pixel screen. The navigation control is situated below the screen which can be used when the phone is in its closed position & the control comes with a subtle chromed edging. The Motorola ZN200 comes in a sleek looking casing complete with a glossy finish. The handset has three useful & colourful icons which are located on the top end of the casing which indicate when a call is missed, a new message arrives & when Bluetooth® is activated.

The mobile phone supports CrystalTalk™ technology which allows the user to enjoy a conversation in noisier environments as the CrystalTalk™ technology will ensure the user can hear their contact & that the user can be heard by the contact. The ZN200 comes with a handsfree speaker call feature which allows the user to take a call over the phones speakers which allows the user to rest the phone on their desk whilst hearing their contact out loud therefore the user can enjoy a handsfree experience without holding the handset to their ear.

The user can use the messaging services available to stay in touch with other compatible user's which is a quick & easy way to communicate. The Motorola ZN200 supports SMS text messaging, Email & MMS multimedia messaging. The user can create a MMS message complete with a photo or up to 30 seconds worth of video footage with sound & text which can be sent to any compatible MMS contact. The MMS service provides a quick & easy way to share photos & short video clips with others & is an extremely fun way to surprise others. The phone comes with an integrated WAP 2.0 Internet browser which allows the user to gain access to the Internet from their mobile phone. The user can search for news or simply download new ringtones & wallpapers to create a personal feel to the phone.

The ZN200 comes with a battery which is a rechargeable via the power adapter. The fully charged battery can provide up to 340 hours of standby battery time or approximately 8.5 hours of talk time. The phone works on a quad band network which covers GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900 which allows the user to enjoy worldwide roaming with their phone but the network connectivity depends on the network provider. This slider phone supports EDGE technology & GPRS which allows the user to experience fast transfer rates when transferring files between the ZN200 & other compatible devices. The user can use the USB port to connect their handset to other devices including the user's PC or printer. A Bluetooth® wireless connection can be used between the Motorola ZN200 & other Bluetooth® devices which are up to ten metres away from each other. The phone comes with a memory card slot which supports MicroSD™ type memory cards up to two gigabytes in size & the phone has 30 megabytes of internal memory available.

When it comes to entertainment on the move the Motorola ZN200 mobile phone has something to suit all users including a music player, radio & camera. The user can enjoy all their favourite songs which can be downloaded from the user's PC using a drag & drop transfer method. The user can use the stereo headset provided with the ZN200 to enjoy a private listening experience. The music player supports MP3 format, eAAC+ format & WMA music format. The radio feature is a built in FM radio which provided the user with another listening experience & allows the user to tune into their favourite station to catch up with news, sports, latest music & more. The two megapixel camera feature allows the user to capture & share photos on their Motorola ZN200. The camera comes with an easily located camera capture key & has an 8x zoom which allows the user to closer to their subject when taking a shot. The user can also change the camera setting to allow the user to capture video clips which can be recorded at between 15 to 20 frames per second. There will never be a dull moment with the Motorola ZV200 as your new companion.

Motorola ZN200 Specifications & Features

Screen
1.9 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (176 x 220 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Camera Settings
Dedicated Camera Keys
Video Player
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, WMA & eAAC+)
FM Radio
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Handsfree Speaker
CrystalTalk™ Technology
Voice Dialling

Connectivity
Bluetooth® with A2DP
USB
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP 2.0 XHTML
HTML

Memory & Talk Time
30 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option up to 2 Gbytes
8.5 Hours Talk Time
340 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
115g
105 x 47 x 15.9 mm

Motorola i365

2008-11-14T16:18:00.002+07:00

If there ever was a Nextel phone, the Motorola i365 would be it. Big, burly, and bulky, the i365 looks as if it could withstand just about anything. Make no mistake: this is a serious phone for making voice and push-to-talk (PTT) calls. There's no camera or music player, and it makes no effort to be trendy or stylish. Normally we might complain, but with a Nextel phone, it's more than appropriate. Yet, the i365 does throw us a few bones. Bluetooth, voice dialing, and GPS are onboard, and the color display, while rather small, is easy on the eyes. It's also cheap, at just $89 with service. To find accessories for this phone, see our cell phone ringtones and accessories guide.

Design
The Motorola i365 has a lot in common with its Moto i355 predecessor. In an age where thin phones continue to be in, both handsets take the opposite course. In fact, you might confuse them with a cordless phone. At 5.3 inches tall by 2.1inches wide by 1.2 inches deep, and weighing 6.7 ounces, the i365 belongs more on a belt clip than in a pocket, but the trade-off is an incredibly tough phone that should withstand just about anything. However, it still might be too big for some. If you'd rather go for a slim phone, try the Motorola i335.

Like most Nextel phones, the i365 meets military specifications for dust, shock, vibration, temperature extremes, and solar radiation. Though it's not completely waterproof like the G'zOne Boulder, it also meets military specifications for blowing rain and humidity. A rubberized casing ensures maximum protection, and the battery cover uses a secure locking mechanism. Unlike most current phones, the i365 uses an external antenna, which can extend to boost coverage.

As previously mentioned, the i365's screen is rather small (1.62 inches, 130x130 pixels), but it supports a sharp 64,000 colors. Though graphics don't look especially fantastic, the display is nonetheless bright and colorful. You can change the backlight time and the font size. The menus have the standard, multipage Nextel design, of which we've never been fans, but they're simple and easy to use.

Below the display is the i365's superb navigation array. We had no complaints with its spacious layout and pleasantly tactile controls. The rubberized covering on the keys felt great beneath our fingers and we liked that they give a distinct "push" feeling when pressed. There's a four-way toggle with a central OK button, two soft keys, a dedicated menu button, a power control, and Talk and End keys. They keypad buttons also have a great design. We could dial and text quickly, and dial by feel. The backlighting is a bit dim, but it should be fine for most users.

The remaining controls consist of a volume rocker and a PTT button on the left spine, and a covered 2.5mm headset jack on the right spine. On the top of the phone, you'll find a speakerphone button and a control for placing calls when the phone is closed. Also, the battery port on the bottom of the i365 has a tight-fitting cover.

Features
The 600-contact phone book has room in each entry for seven phone numbers, an e-mail address, an IP address, and a Direct Connect number. Contacts can be organized further into a variety of groups, for regular or push-to-talk calls, and you can pair contacts with one of 18 polyphonic ringtones. Other essentials include a vibrate mode, text and multimedia messaging, a calendar, a voice recorder, a speakerphone, a notepad, call timers, and call forwarding.

The i355 also offers Bluetooth, voice dialing, and plenty of Direct Connect PTT services. International Direct Connect connects you with PTT users in other countries; Group Connect enables you to chat with up to 20 others via PTT at once; and Direct Talk gives you out-of-network PTT-chat capabilities with another Direct Talk handset within a range of up to 6 miles. You'll also find NextMail, which sends voice messages to any e-mail address, and Direct Send, which transmits your contact information to other compatible phones.

Another useful feature is Nextel's second line service, which allows you to add a second line to the phone with a different phone number. It's perfect for users who want separate digits for personal and business use. Nextel was one of the first U.S. carriers to offer the functionality. It will cost extra, of course, but you can have separate ringtones, separate billing statements, and even phone numbers with different area codes.

You can personalize the i365 with a variety of wallpaper, colors, themes, clock style, and alert sounds. If you don't like what comes on the handset, you can download more options and more ringtones with the WAP 2.0 wireless Web browser. You get a fair choice of Java (J2ME) applications, including Nascar Sprint Cup game, My-Cast 5 Weather, and TeleNav and Trimble subscription-based navigation services that take advantage of the i365's GPS support. It is pretty cool to be able to pinpoint your longitude and latitude exactly to figure out your location.

Performance
We tested the dualband (iDEN 800/900) Motorola i365 in San Francisco, using Nextel service. On the whole, we had no complaints with the call quality. The audio was loud and clear, and voices sounded natural. Also, we had no static or interference.

On their end, callers were pleased as well. They could hear us without any problems and some couldn't even tell we were using a cell phone. Occasionally, there was a very slight background hiss, but it wasn't at all distracting. Speakerphone and Direct Connect calls were satisfactory, too.

The i365 has a rated battery life of 5 hours talk time. According to our tests, it has a talk time of 6 hours and 1 minute. According to FCC radiation tests, the i365 has a digital SAR rating of 1.09 watts per kilogram.

Spec Data

* Price as Tested:
* Service Provider: Nextel
* Screen Size: 1.5 inches
* Camera: No
* Bluetooth: Yes
* Web Browser: Yes
* Network: iDen
* Bands: 800, 900

Motorola ROKR EM325

2008-11-11T13:33:00.000+07:00

The Motorola EM325 is a slide opening mobile phone which comes with user friendly music features which will keep the user entertained each day. The Motorola EM325 is also known as the Motorola ROKR EM25 or the Moto EM25. It has a smooth slide opening system which reveals the keypad when in its opened position & when closed the user can access the phones features by using the external navigation wheel & keys. The Motorola EM325 is a mobile phone which has style as it has a high gloss black coating & comes with subtle silver accents & red coloured highlights which add a fashionable & interesting look. The keypad is well spaced out & the keys are discretely blended together for a seamless design. On the back of the handset there is a Motorola logo complete with elegant music motifs which are subtly embedded in the casing. This music focused handset is lightweight to carry which weighs a total of eighty five grams making it easy for the user to carry & use in a single hand. The overall size of the handset is compact due to its slide open design which is approximately 101mm tall, 46mm wide & 13.9mm deep when the phone is in its slide closed position. The Motorola EM325 comes with a memory card slot which allows the user to add up to two gigabytes of external memory if required & the phone has internal memory which is five megabytes in size. The EM325 is from the Motorola EM range which includes other handset such as the Motorola EM330 which is a flip opening mobile phone.

The phone comes with a colour screen which allows the user to view their screen when the phone is either in its slide open or slide closed position. The screen is a TFT display with a screen resolution of one hundred & twenty eight pixels by one hundred & sixty pixels which displays up to sixty five thousand colours for the user to enjoy a colourful mobile phone experience. The user can view their colourful album artwork on the screen. The built in music player supports all popular music formats which allows the user to enjoy transferring music onto their phone or downloading new tracks or ringing tones when required. The music player comes with easy to locate music controls which allow the user to play, pause, rewind & forward their music. The Motorola EM325 comes with a built in FM radio feature which supports a radio data system which allows the user listen to the radio whilst viewing & reading information about the song playing from the radio data system on the screen. The radio feature also supports a FM share feature which allows the user to record a short clip from the FM radio which can then be saved for the user to listen to at a later time or the user can share their favourite radio stations with other contacts via the messaging service to another contact that has a FM enabled handset.

A built in camera feature allows the user to take still pictures of their friends, family & fun places visited which can be stored for viewing at a later date or shared with others via the picture messaging service. The camera is a 1.3 megapixel digital camera which comes with a 4 x zoom function which means the user can zoom in & out which easy to gain the best picture. The Motorola EM325 comes with a camera key & the user can view their pictures on the screen when taking a shot. The camera feature is a fun way to capture memories & as the camera is built in to the user mobile phone the user will always be prepared when those photo opportunities arise. The phone comes with easy to use call features which allow the user to communicate with their contacts easily. The user can use the speakerphone feature when speaking to others which allows the user to enjoy a hands free call as the user will hear their contact over the phones speakers & a built in microphone will pick up the users voice which is then heard by the contact. The phone comes with CrystalTalk™ technology which is a noise reduction feature which allows the user to enjoy a high quality sound when on a call. The built in messaging service include a text message service, multimedia picture messaging service & an enhanced messaging service. The user can enjoy sharing pictures with other compatible multimedia messaging contacts by sending a message complete with a picture, sound & text. A text message can contain text only input but is a quick & easy way to contact someone without making a call which can be send to any SMS compatible mobile phone contact.

This slide opening mobile phone comes with a built in Internet browser which is a WAP type browser & allows the user to access the internet from their mobile phone. The Motorola EM325 supports Bluetooth® wireless technology which is a wireless connectivity option meaning the user can connect their phone to other devices which support Bluetooth® technology & which are up to ten meters apart from the EM325. The Bluetooth® wireless technology allows the user to enjoy a quick connection between compatible devices when transferring data. The phone come with a USB port which means the user can connect their phone to other devices using a cabled connection when transferring files & data between devices. The fitted battery is rechargeable via the power adapter & when fully charged will allow the user to enjoy approximately three hundred & thirty hours of standby battery time or approximately eight hours of talk time. The Motorola EM325 works on a dual band network covering GSM 900 & GSM 1900 which will automatically switch between network bands.

Motorola EM325 Specifications & Features

Screen
1.8 Inch TFT 65k Colour Screen (128 x 160 Pixels)

Imaging
1.3 Megapixel Camera
4 x Digital Zoom
Camera Key
Camera Settings
Picture Album
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, AMR, WAV, AAC & iMelody)
Album Art Display
Dedicated Music Key
FM Radio RDS
Radio Recording
FM Share
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 & AAC Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Clock
Calculator
Flight Mode
Speakerphone
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Connectivity
Bluetooth®
USB
GPRS
3.5mm Headset Jack

Network
Dual Band Technology (GSM 900 & GSM 1800)

Internet
WAP

Memory & Talk Time
5 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option up to 2 Gbytes
8 Hours Talk Time
330 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
85g
101 x 46 x 13.9 mm

Motorola EM30

2008-10-30T12:19:00.000+07:00

The Motorola EM30 is a sleek looking handset which is mainly black in colour with a bright red edging which adds a fashionable look to this mobile phones casing. The Motorola EM30 is also known as the MOTORAZR EM30 which is a mobile phone which focuses on its call features & music features. The handset has a solid feel when held in a single hand without feeling heavy as its only 100 grams in weight. The EM30 is a slim handset which is 10.6mm in depth & 53mm wide by 115mm tall. A 1.8 Inch screen provides a colourful display for the user to view all their pictures, music features & more. The screen is a TFT QVGA screen which has a screen resolution of 320 pixels by 240 pixels. Below the screen is a chrome coloured navigation key complete with call & shortcut keys. The keypad is situated below the navigation key & the keypad comes with a ModeShift™ feature. The ModeShift™ keypad can change to suit the relevant features being used on the Motorola EM30. The ModeShift™ keypad displays a selection of music keys when the user is using the phones music feature & the keypad changes to a numeric keypad when the user is using the call features. The keypad has touch sensitive controls which light up the numeric keys in blue & the music keys in red.

A built in FM radio supports RDS which provides the user with onscreen text information from the radio station. The user can enjoy tuning into their favourite radio stations to listen to the music, news, weather & sport information. The Motorola EM30 comes with an integrated music player which supports all popular music formats & comes complete with easy to use ModeShift™ music keypad which allows the user to control their music with ease. The user can use the 3.5mm stereo headset jack to plug in a compatible headset for a private listening experience. The EM30 synchronises with Window Media Player™. The battery provides up to 13 hours of music playback time from a fully charged battery or up to 6 hours of talk time.

The phone comes with three messaging services which allow the user to send messages to compatible contacts using a messaging service to suit the users messaging needs. The EM30 supports a mobile email service which allows the user to send text emails to compatible users with an email address. A text message service allows the user to send a message complete with text input to all SMS compatible mobile phone contacts & a multimedia messaging service which allows the user to send a message contain a photo or video clip complete with text & sound or music. A WAP Web browser allows the user to enjoy accessing the Web to find out current worldwide information & news. The Motorola EM30 works on a quad band network which covers GSM 850, 900, 1800 & 1900. The built in EDGE technology & GPRS allows the user to enjoy high speed transfer rates when transferring files between the EM30 & other compatible devices. The user can use Bluetooth® technology or a USB connection when transferring data between the Motorola EM30 & other devices. The CrystalTalk™ technology allows the user to hear callers even when the user is in noisier surroundings & the callers can be sure to hear the user clearly.

The EM30 comes with 18.5 megabytes of internal & has a memory card slot which supports a MicroSD™ type memory card up to 8 gigabytes in size. A built in two megapixel camera comes with a multi shot picture mode & an 8 x digital zoom which allows the user to zoom & out at their subject when taking a shot. The Motorola EM30 comes with video capabilities which allow the user to record & playback video clips. The EM30 will fit into the user's life & allows the user to enjoy easy to use music features on this solid bar handset.

Motorola EM30 Specifications & Features

Screen
1.8 Inch TFT QVGA 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Zoom
Multi Shot
Camera Key
Video Record
Video Player
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email

Sounds
Music Player (MIDI, MP3, AAC, AAC+, Enhanced AAC+, WMA, WAV, AMR NB & Real Audio)
Music Control Button
Synchronisation with Window Media Player™
3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack
Music Ringtones
Bluetooth™ Stereo A2DP
FM Radio RDS

Entertainment
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Contacts
Clock
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Handsfree Speaker
Flight Mode
CrystalTalk™
Touch Sensitive Keypad
Keypad with ModeShift™

Connectivity
Bluetooth® with A2DP
USB
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP 2.0
XHTML

Memory & Talk Time
18.5 Mbytes Memory with MicroSD™ Memory Support Up To 8 Gbytes
6 Hours Talk Time
300 Hours Standby
13 Hours Audio Playback Time

Weight & Size
100g
115 x 53 x 10.6 mm

Motorola AURA

2008-10-21T12:04:00.000+07:00

This contemporary designed handset will cause a stir on its looks alone. The Motorola AURA is a beautifully designed mobile phone which comes with a unique & rather eye catching designed casing. The phone has a circular screen & a smooth swivel opening mechanism. The Motorola AURA is a fashion phone which comes with the sleek appearance a user would expect from a Motorola fashion conscious handset. The circular screen is 1.5 Inch in diameter which displays up to sixteen million colours with a screen resolution of 480 pixels. The handset is made from a stainless steel casing which comes with distinctive etched textures for a grooved finish. The Motorola AURA has a swivel opening mechanism which allows the user to smoothly swivel the top half of the handset to reveal the keypad on the lower section of the casing. The swivel action opening system is similar to the opening mechanism on the popular Nokia 7373. The swivel action opening system on the AURA is highly advanced as it uses hardened coated steel gears & many ball bearings to operate this swivel action. On opening the handset the user will reveal an aluminium keypad which has well spaced out keys & allows the user to continue to view the stylish circular screen when the handset is opened. The handset has a luxurious feel due to the high quality metals & materials used to design this elegant casing.

The Motorola AURA comes in a solid weight casing which weighs 141 grams including the fitted battery. The overall size of the casing is 47.6mm wide by 97mm long by 18.6mm due to its swivel design opening system it is a compact handset which makes it easy to carry & hold in a single hand. The Motorola AURA works on a quad band GSM network which covers four GSM network bands & will automatically switch between network bands without the user knowing. The network coverage is fully dependant on the network service provider but this handset is capable of worldwide roaming over GSM network. The phone comes with internal memory which is two gigabytes in size & allows the user to store their contacts details, messages, music & pictures on the internal memory. The user can connect their handset to other devices including the user's personal computer by using a USB cable to connect the two devices or a Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. The Bluetooth® wireless technology allows the user to connect their Motorola AURA to other devices which are up to 10 meters away & support Bluetooth® technology to transfer files wirelessly between the devices. The user can enjoy high speed transfer rates as the AURA supports EDGE technology & GPRS. The fitted battery provides approximately 410 hours of standby battery time when the handset is not in use or up to seven hours of GSM talk time.

The user can enjoy viewing their music player feature on the stylish circular screen & enjoy playing their music in MP3, WAV, WMA or AAC+ music format. The user can add their favourite tunes onto the Motorola AURA & play them back on the music player feature which comes with easy to manage music storage & music controls. The AURA comes with a built in two megapixel camera feature which allows the user to capture pictures & video recordings on their mobile phone. The camera feature comes with user friendly camera controls & settings which allow the user to capture pictures & videos easily. The user can enjoy changing settings & mode to gain the best quality picture capture. The Motorola AURA supports video playing in MPEG4 format & 3GP video format & the user to enjoy playing moving video footage on the circular display screen.

The Motorola AURA comes with a speaker call feature which allows the user to enjoy a hands free call experience using the phone speakers to hear their contact out loud. The speaker call feature allows the user to place their AURA handset on a nearby desk or table & the user can continue talking whilst hearing their contact over the loud speaker. An email service allows the user to communicate via email to any contact with an email address & the user can enjoy creating, sending, receiving & storing emails on this stunning handset. The user can surf the Web on the Motorola AURA by selecting the WAP browser which allows the user to enjoy a mobile Web experience whenever the user desires. The phone supports a variety of messaging services which allow the users to communicate using either text, sound or pictures depending on the users messaging needs. The SMS text message service supports a text input message which allows the user to send & receive text messages to compatible SMS users. A MMS multimedia message service allows the user to share messages with text, sound & a picture which can be shared between any MMS compatible users. This handset supports Crystal Talk™ technology which allows the user to enjoy a clear sound experience as the Crystal Talk™ technology improves the clarity of each call. The Motorola AURA will certainly stand out in a crowd with its unique looking design, it's a truly fashionable mobile phone.

Motorola AURA Specifications & Features

Screen
1.5 Inch Circular TFT 16 Million Colour Screen (480 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
Digital Zoom
Camera Settings
Camera Modes
Picture Gallery
Video Record
Video Player (MPEG4 & 3GP)
Picture Wallpaper

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, WAV, WMA & AAC+)
Downloadable Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Calculator
Clock
Alarm
Flight Mode
Handsfree Speaker
Crystal Talk™ Technology

Connectivity
USB
Bluetooth®
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP 2.0 XHTML

Memory & Talk Time
2 Gbytes Memory
7 Hours Talk Time
410 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
141 g
97 x 47.6 x 18.6 mm

Motorola Q 11

2008-09-21T14:50:00.002+07:00

The Q 11 is a Smartphone complete with a QWERTY keyboard designed by Motorola. This feature packed Smartphone comes with easy to use Internet, messaging & communication features as well as a camera & music player to entertain the user. The Motorola Q 11 is a slim Smartphone which measures 11.7mm deep & weighs 15 grams including the battery. The Q 11 is from the same range as the Motorola Q 9h Smartphone which is another stylish Smartphone designed by Motorola. This Smartphone comes with a large TFT screen which measures 2.4 Inches when measured diagonally from corner to corner & comes with a high resolution colour display. The user can view up to 262k colours on the screen & enjoy a screen resolution of up to 320 pixels by 240 pixels. A QWERTY keyboard can be found below the screen which allows the user to input text at high speeds & comes with a highlighted numeric section which makes the number keys stand out which is useful when the user in inputting contact numbers. The Motorola Q 11 comes with a Windows Mobile® 6.1 operating system. The user can personalise their home screen & use their Q 11 just like they would their home or office computer using calendar, email & contact synchronisation. This Smartphone comes with 64 megabytes of RAM memory plus 128 megabytes of internal flash memory. The handset supports a memory card slot which allows the user to add a memory card up to 32 gigabytes in size for a large amount of memory storage.

The Motorola Q 11 comes with a built in music player which allow the user of this amazing Smartphone to enjoy music entertainment with them wherever they go. The built in music player supports many music formats including MP3, MIDI, AAC, AAC+, WAV & WMA to name a few. The user can give their handset a personal feel by changing the handsets ringing tone & alerts to suit the users taste. The Smartphone supports both MP3 format ringing tones & polyphonic sound ringing tones. A built in digital camera feature allows the user to capture still pictures & record video clips on their Q 11 handset. The camera comes with easy to access settings & controls which allow the user to quickly operate this fun feature. The camera is a 3 megapixel digital camera & the user can use the 2.4 inch colour screen as a picture view finder. The user can use the 8 x digital zoom function to get up closer to their subject when taking a picture & use the built in flash to capture pictures in darker surroundings. The user can share their pictures with others by sending a picture using the picture messaging service or simply upload their pictures to their favourite social network website for all to see. The Motorola Q 11 comes with video playing capabilities which allow the user to playback their video recording & video sent from others. This Smartphone supports high quality video playback in MPEG4, H264 & WMV format & the user can enjoy viewing their video at up to 15 frames per second.

The Q 11 comes with a rechargeable battery which is recharged via the power adapter & when fully charged the user can gain up to 7.5 hours talk time on their handset or up to 195 hours standby battery time when the handset is not in use. The Motorola Q 11 supports worldwide roaming & will automatically switch between the four GSM networks but the full network coverage is dependent on the network service provider. The handset supports EDGE technology & GPRS which allows the user to experience high speed data transfer rates when transfer data between the Q 11 & other compatible devices. The WiFi technology allows the user to use a wireless connection to either a local WLAN or hotspot to connect to the Internet. The Smartphone supports Boingo Mobile which will automatically connect the handset to WiFi locations worldwide. The Q 11 supports easy to use connectivity options which allow the user to use a cabled connection or Bluetooth® wireless connection between devices. The user can connect their Motorola Q 11 to other devices including a computer or printer by using the connectivity options available.

An integrated GPS navigation feature allows the user to enjoy popular navigation applications such as Google Maps™ on their Smartphone. The user can find out directions & locations using the built in GPS feature. The Motorola Q 11 comes with a variety of call features which allow the user to communicate with others using the call features to suit the user's needs. The Smartphone comes with call lists which log calls made, calls received or missed calls, a hands free call feature over the handset speakers & the user can enjoy a conference call with others. A built in Web browser allows the user to access the Internet to enjoy a fully mobile Internet experience on this Motorola Smartphone. The Q 11 supports a selection of user friendly messaging features which allow the user to communicate with others without making a call. The user may chose to send an email, text message, picture message or even use the online instant messaging service. The user will never have an excuse for not staying in contact with friends, family or business contacts. The picture message can contain either a video clip or picture complete with sound & text which can then be sent to any MMS compatible contact. An instant messaging service allows the user to communicate with others that are currently online at the same time as the user by sending instant text or symbol messages to each other. The instant message service works like an online text chat & is the same as the instant messaging service on the user's computer but this service is mobile. The user can enjoy communicating & much more on the sophisticated Motorola Q 11 Smartphone.

Motorola Q 11 Specifications & Features

Screen
2.4 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)

Imaging
3 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
LED Flash
Fixed Focus
Camera Keys
Video Record
Video Player (MPEG4, WMV, Video RV & H264)
Video Player (15 fps)
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
ActiveSync Email Push
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
Music Player (MP3, MIDI, AAC, AAC+, AAC+ Enhanced, WAV, WMA, WAX & WMV)
Polyphonic & MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Speaker Phone
Conference Call
QWERTY Keyboard
Windows Mobile® 6.1 Standard OS
GPS & A GPS Navigation
Google Maps™
Boingo Mobile

Connectivity
WiFi WLAN
Bluetooth®
Micro USB
GPRS
EDGE

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP Browser
Pocket IE 6

Memory & Talk Time
128 MB Flash Memory, 64 MB RAM Memory plus MicroSD™ Support up to 32 GB
7.5 Hours Talk Time
195 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
115 g
117 x 64 x 11.7 mm

Motorola Jewel

2008-09-21T12:12:00.000+07:00

The Motorola Jewel is a luxurious & elegant mobile phone which is called a jewel due to the truly jewel like design. The phone comes with a crystal cut & jewel effect designed casing which has a distinctive mirror effect. The handset is available in a subtle silver coloured casing complete with a stylish purple coloured keypad. This fashionable handset will turn heads on its looks alone & the jewel cut design reflects the light which makes this handset truly dazzling. The Motorola Jewel is also known as the MOTOJEWEL™. The Motorola Jewel has a flip action opening system which is easy to open to access the main screen & keypad. The user can view information including music information on the hidden external screen when the handset is in its flip closed position. The external screen is subtly hidden when not in use as it has a seamless design but when it use this external colour screen shines to allow the user to view their desired information. The Motorola Jewel pays resemblance to other Motorola fashion phones such as the popular Motorola PEBL & the Motorola U9, as all the fashion phones from this range come with smooth flip opening designed casings & with stunning looks. When the user opens their handset they will find a good size colour screen on the back of the opening section of the handset & a keypad which in situated on the lower section of the handset. The Jewel will neatly fit in the users hand when in use at it measures approximately 90mm tall, 48mm wide & 16mm deep when in its flip closed position. The user will find it easy to carry as it weighs 95 grams which will not weigh the user down when carrying or when in use.

The main feature on this fashionable handset is its fun music feature which will keep its user entertained when the user is travelling or simply on the move. The user can enjoy controlling their music using the external screen as when the music feature is in use the external screen displays touch sensitive music controls keys which allows the use to control their music feature without opening their handset. The Motorola Jewel provides the user with one touch access to their music library which holds all the users favourite tracks. The built in music player supports all popular music playing formats including MP3 format. The music player comes with an automatic pause feature which will pause the music which is playing for the user automatically when a new call comes in. The user can manage their music by using the connectivity options available to add new music by transferring music files from the user's computer. The Jewel supports both polyphonic type & MP3 ringing tones which the user can change to suit the user's ringtone style & taste.

First & foremost the Motorola Jewel is a mobile communication device & with that in mind Motorola have provided some easy to use call features for quick & easy communication. A speaker phone feature allows the user to enjoy a call over the phones loud speakers which means the user can talk to friends without holding the handset to their ear for a totally hands free call experience. The phone book will hold up to three thousand entries at any one time & the user can add & delete contacts when necessary. The phone supports CrystalTalk™ technology which provides the user with a high quality call experience complete with clear call clarity. The built in phone book allows the user to store their contact details & manage their contacts easily. The Motorola Jewel supports a voice dialling feature which allows the user to make a call quickly by using voice activated control. The Motorola Jewel comes with a built in WAP Web browser which allows the user to access the Internet on their mobile phone. The user can communicate with others via email & the Jewel supports push email for a direct email service. The user can create, send & receive text messages & multimedia picture messages on their phone. The messaging services provide the user with a great way to stay in contact with others without making a call.

The Jewel supports Bluetooth® technology which allows the user to connect their new Motorola Jewel to other compatible Bluetooth® devices which are up to ten metres away from the handset. The user can therefore use this wireless connection to transfer data between the two compatible connected devices without the use of cables. If the user wishes to use a cabled connection between their phone & a compatible device the user can use the USB port with a USB cable to connect the devices when transferring data. The Motorola Jewel comes with built in memory & a memory card slot which allows the user to extend the phones memory further. The user can add a MicroSD™ type memory card to extend the phones memory capabilities & the phone comes with four megabytes of built in memory. This fashion phone works on a quad band GSM network & will automatically switch between network bands without the user knowing. The Jewel supports Microsoft Windows Media® player 11 which allows the user to enjoy easy synchronisation. A fitted battery provides up to 6 hours of GSM talk time from a fully charged battery or up to 388 hours of standby battery time.

A built in two megapixel camera provides the user with a mobile digital camera feature complete with video recording capabilities. The camera comes with an 8 x digital zoom feature which allows the user to zoom in or out when taking a shot. The user can use their handset in landscape mode when taking a picture for a wider image capture. The camera supports a multi shot feature which allows the user take multiple shots for a wider selection of pictures. The user can use the two megapixel camera to record moving video footage as well as capturing still pictures. The user can record those funny moments in their day as moving video footage which can be stored on the phone memory or even shared with others. The Motorola Jewel is a beautiful mobile phone which will be admired for its looks & enjoyed thanks to its easy to use built in features.

Motorola Jewel Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal 262k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)
External Hidden Colour Display

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Multi Shot
Landscape Mode
Light
Video Player
Video Recorder
Animated Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email

Sounds
Music Player
Music Library
Auto Pause Control
Touch Sensitive Music Keys (External Screen)
MP3 Ringtones
Polyphonic Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook (3k Entries)
Calendar
Clock
Calculator
Speakerphone
Voice Dialling
Vibration Alert
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Connectivity
Bluetooth® A2DP
USB
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP Web Browser

Memory & Talk Time
5 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option
6 Hours Talk Time
388 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
95g
90 x 48 x 16 mm

Motorola EM330

2008-08-20T23:20:00.001+07:00

The EM330 is a sleek looking flip opening mobile phone which comes in a smooth white coloured casing. The Motorola EM330 is also known as the Moto ROKR EM28 & the Motorola EM28. It is a communication & music focused handset which comes with dual screen which provide & internal & external viewing experience. The external screen allows the user to view vital information such as battery strength, network signal & time as well as radio features. The external screen is a mono screen which is 1.2 Inches in size & allows the user to enjoy viewing information without opening their handset. The user can open their Motorola EM330 to view the larger coloured screen which is 1.8 Inches in size & provides a coloured display with a 128 pixel by 160 pixel screen resolution. The internal screen is situated on the flip open section of the casing & on the lower section of the casing the user will find the keypad, shortcut keys, call keys & navigation key. The overall size of the casing is neat & compact due to its flip action design & the handset feels solid but lightweight which weighs 97 grams including the battery. The EM330 is a member of the Motorola EM range which includes the Motorola EM325 mobile phone which is a slide opening handset.

An integrated radio feature provides the user with music entertainment on the move. The user can tune into music stations, news stations, sports stations & chat shows for their perfect listening experience. The radio feature provides a radio data system which allows the user to listening to their chosen station whilst reading on screen information relevant to what the user is listening to. The EM330 comes with a music player complete with music keys for a quick access controls. The user can use the 3.5mm headset jack to connect a compatible set of headphones. A song ID feature allows the user to indentify the name of the song & the artist easily. The EM330 comes with thirty megabytes of built in memory & has a memory card option which allows the user to add a memory card up to two gigabytes in size dependant on the users memory requirements. The phone supports MicroSD™ type memory cards which can be added to the handset easily. A noise reduction feature known as CrystalTalk™ technology allows the user to hear their contacts clearly when on a call & be heard clearer by their contacts as the noise reduction feature will reduce any surrounding sound. A speakerphone feature allows the user to hear their contacts over the handsets loud speaker system whilst resting the phone on a desk & the users voice will be picked up by the phones microphone which means the user can have a hands free call without holding the handset to their ear & mouth. A flight mode feature allows the user to use a selection of their phones feature whilst in mobile phone restricted areas, this includes whilst on a plane or in a hospital as the phones radio transmitters are switched off in this mode not to conflict with any delicate equipment.

The Bluetooth® technology complete with A2DP allows the user to gain a wireless connection between the Motorola EM330 & other compatible devices which are up to 10 meters apart. The user can use the Bluetooth® technology with A2DP to connect to compatible Bluetooth® headset, computer, printer & more. A USB port allows the user to connect one end of a USB cable to the EM330 & the other end of the USB cable to another compatible device such as the user's PC to gain a cabled connection between devices when the user wishes to transfer files between the two devices. The EDGE technology allows the user to experience high speed data transfers on their phone which is useful when the user is transferring their music files & pictures between devices. A built in WAP browser allows the user to access the Internet to enjoy browsing their favourite web sites on their screen. The Motorola EM330 is a quad band phone which covers GSM 850, 900, 1800 & 1900 & will switch automatically between the four networks. The phone supports a selection of messaging service including instant messaging, SMS text messaging, MMS multimedia messaging & EMS enhanced messaging. The user can use the messaging services to suit their needs, whether it is a picture message, a quick text only message or an instant online chat the Motorola EM330 offers it all.

A rechargeable battery comes with the handset & is rechargeable via the power adapter provided. The phone can provide the user with up to eight & a half hours talk time from a fully charged battery dependant on the built in features being used. The battery has a standby time of four hundred & sixty five hours. An integrated camera feature comes with an 8 times digital zoom feature which allows the user to get up closer to their target for a clear shot. The camera is a two megapixel digital camera & the user can enjoy recording moving video using this feature. The user can capture video at between twenty six & thirty frames per second. The camera feature comes with easy to use selections which allow the user to enjoy capturing their pictures & video just the way they want to. The Motorola EM330 supports video playback in many video formats including MPEG4, H264 & H263. The user can enjoy playing their video clips or video clips which have been sent & shared from their contacts at a playback rate of between 26 to 30 frames per second. The Motorola EM330 is a stylish flip phone with fun features to keep its user entertained whilst communicating in style.

Motorola EM330 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal 1.8 Inch TFT 65k Colour Screen (128 x 160 Pixels)
External 1.2 Inch Mono Screen (96 x 80 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Camera Key
Picture Album
Video Player
Video Recorder
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Instant Messaging

Sounds
Music Player (MP3 & iMelody)
Dedicated Music Key
Song ID
FM Radio RDS
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Clock
Calculator
Flight Mode
Speakerphone
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Connectivity
Bluetooth® A2DP
USB 2.0
EDGE
GPRS
3.5mm Headset Jack

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP

Memory & Talk Time
30 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option up to 2 Gbytes
8.5 Hours Talk Time
465 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
97g
94.4 x 49.5 x 17.4 mm

Motorola ROKR E6

2008-08-13T18:11:00.000+07:00

The Motorola ROKR E6 is a desirable smartphone which comes with all the business functions & entertainment feature that all users will enjoy. The handset is highly attractive & eye catching with its large touch screen which displays up to 262k colours for the user to view on the 2.4 Inch screen. The ROKR E6 comes with its own stylus which fits neatly into the side of the handset when the stylus is not in use. The smartphone comes with navigation keys complete with backlight, which are situated under the beautiful colour touch screen. The navigation keys makes operating the phone simple for the user. The handset is neat, compact & slim to hold in the users hand which measures 111mm x 51.5 mm x 14.5 mm. The Motorola ROKR E6 weighs 121 grams which is ideal for a handset with smartphone capabilities.

The ROKR E6 comes with eight Mbytes of internal memory & with a memory card slot which allows the user to extend the phones memory capability up to a massive two Gbytes. The phone comes with a fitted rechargeable battery which will provide the user with up to two hundred & thirty five hours worth of standby battery time & approximately seven hours of talk time from a fully charged battery. The ROKR E6 is a member of the ROKR range designed by Motorola which have been designed with style, glamour & the users needs in mind. The ROKR range includes the Motorola ROKR E1 which is a popular & well equipped mobile phone & the Motorola ROKR E2.

The Motorola ROKR E6 has a built in 2 megapixel digital camera complete with 8 x zoom feature. The user can capture, save, share & store their photos with the ROKR E6 as their portable imaging companion. The phone comes with camera setting which can be changed to ensure the best quality & effect is given to each photo taken by the user. The user can capture their experiences as a video recording which allows the user to record in MPEG4 format which can be saved & shared with others. The video feature allows the user to play video recording which has been sent from others & provides a fun entertainment feature for the user to enjoy.

The user can send their photos & video recordings via the MMS messaging service which allows the user to send photo or video recording with text & sound to any compatible MMS mobile phone user. The MMS service is quick, simple & fun to use. The MMS service allows the user to share all their experiences with others in a quick & easy way, as well as the user receiving MMS messages from others. The phone supports EMS messaging which is an enhanced message service & SMS messaging which is a text input only messaging service. The messaging service provide the user with a convenient & quick method to stay in contact with others. The user can send & receive emails on their Motorola ROKR E6. The phone comes with an instant messaging service which works like an online chat between compatible instant messaging users. The user can enjoy an instant text communication with others who are online at the same time as the user.

The office will never seem far away with the Motorola ROKR E6 in your pocket as it comes with a built in organiser & document viewer which can view Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PPT files & PDF files. The phone comes with a Linux based operating system & with a business card recognition feature. The Motorola ROKR E6 is a mobile office complete with useful day to day features which include date, clock, alarm, calendar, converter & an advanced phone book feature.

The ROKR E6 comes with embedded Java™ games & the user can download more Java™ games to suit their gaming needs. The phone comes with preloaded screensaver & wallpapers which allow the user to create a personal look to their new mobile phone. The user can download more screensavers & wallpapers if they desire. The Motorola ROKR E6 comes with a photo caller identification feature which allows the user to select a photo for a contact in the phone book & each time that certain contact call the photo will be displayed.

The phone comes with Bluetooth® technology which provides the user with a wireless connection between compatible Bluetooth® devices including the users laptop, PC, PDA, printer & other mobile phones. The ROKR E6 has a 3.5mm connection which can be used for a set of headphones & comes with a USB connection which allows the user to connect their Motorola ROKR E6 to other devices using a USB cable. The phone works over a tri band network which covers GSM 900, 1800 & 1900. The user can search the World Wide Web using the built in HTML Web browser.

The user will have music with them where ever they go with the integrated music player & built in FM radio feature. The phone provides stereo sound which can be enjoying using a set of headphones or over the phones speaker system. The music player comes with easy to access music controls which are situated on the phones casing. The Motorola ROKR E6 has a handsfree speaker feature which allows the user to take calls over the loud speakers which provides a handsfree call feature. The phone can play ringtones in polyphonic, MP3 & ACC format which provides the user with a large choice of ringtones. The Motorola ROKR E6 has been designed to be used as a mobile phone, mobile office tool & for great entertainment, so all the user needs to do is enjoy it.

Motorola ROKR E6 Specifications & Features

Screen
2.4 Inch TFT 262k Colour Touch Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Photo Effects
Photo Modes
Video Record
Video Player (MPEG4)
Video Recorder
Video Player
Themes Display
Screensaver
Wallpaper
Photo Caller ID

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
MP3 Player
Music Controls
FM Radio
Stereo Sound
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 & AAC Ringtones
Handsfree Speaker
Vibration Alert

Entertainment
Java™ Games
Embedded Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Organiser
Calendar
Contacts
Currency Converter
Date
Clock
Alarm
Operating System Linux Based
Document Viewer (MS Word, Excel, PPT & PDF)
Business Card Recognition
Barcode Scanning

Connectivity
USB 2.0
Bluetooth®

Network
Tri Band Technology (GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
HTML Browser
WAP
GPRS

Memory & Talk Time
8 Mbyte plus MicroSD™ Memory Card up to 2 Gbyte
7 Hours Talk Time
235 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
121 g
111 x 51.5 x 14.5 mm

Motorola U9

2008-07-23T18:21:00.000+07:00

The beautiful Motorola U9 is a elegant & fashionable mobile phone which comes in an eye catching handset. The U9 is from the same family as the Motorola PEBL which can be seen in the design & shape of the Motorola U9. The U9 is also known as the Motorola PEBL U9 or PEBL2. The U9 comes with an outstanding external screen which is touch sensitive. The external screen is a borderless screen which is 1.4 Inches in size. The touch sensitive external screen is similar in design to the screen technology on the popular Motorola RAZR2 V8. The Motorola U9 comes with a large internal screen which measures 2 Inches & provides a high resolution screen display with up to 262k colours. The casing is 90mm tall by 49mm wide by 16.4mm deep & is available in a choice of two colours including deep red & black. The handset is smooth & tactile with curved edges which make this phone feel good to hold. The handset weighs only 88 grams which is lightweight for the user to carry. The fitted battery will provide approximately seven hours of talk time from a fully charged battery, or approximately 350 hours of standby time.

The U9 comes with an integrated music player which allows the user to enjoy popular music playback on their phone. The music player supports popular formats including MP3, WMA & AAC. The user can control their music using the phones touch sensitive keys. The Motorola U9 can be synchronised with Windows Media Player® which allows the user to enjoy easy music management. The user can add & change ringing tones to suit their style & taste. The phone supports MP3 & polyphonic ringing tones.

The Motorola U9 has 25 Mbytes of built in memory & comes with a MicroSD™ memory card slot which allows the user to expand their memory up to 4 Gbytes if required. The connectivity on the U9 allows the user to enjoy either a wireless connection between devices or a cabled connection between devices. The Motorola U9 comes with a USB connection which allows the user to connect to USB compatible devices using a USB cable. The built in Bluetooth® technology allows the user to connect their phone to any Bluetooth® compatible device including a handsfree headset, printer, computer or laptop. The user can gain a wireless Bluetooth® connection between devices up to ten metres apart. The phone comes with quad band technology which allows the user to enjoy worldwide roaming on their new Motorola U9 over GSM 850, 900, 1800 & 1900. The network coverage is fully dependant on the service provided by the network provider. The phone supports EDGE technology which provides high speed data transfers which are up to three times faster than GPRS. The user can gain access to the worldwide Web using the WAP browser which is accessible from the main menu.

The built in camera feature allows the user to enjoy capturing still photos & moving video footage on their U9 mobile phone. The camera is a 2 megapixel camera which allows the user to capture all those fun parts of their day as a still photo or as a moving video clip. The U9 supports video in MPEG4, 3GPP & H263 format. The user can capture, save or share their photos & video recordings. The Motorola U9 supports MMS multimedia messaging service which allows the user to attach either a photo or video clip to a message with text & sound. The MMS message can be sent & shared between all MMS compatible mobile phone users. The MMS service provides the user with an easy way to share their photos & video clips with other contacts. The user can also send & receive SMS text messages on their phone which contains text & can be shared between all SMS mobile phone users. The Motorola U9 is a beautiful & fashionable handset with hidden talents which are waiting to be discovered by its user.

Motorola U9 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal 2 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)
External 1.4 Inch OLED Touch Sensitive 65k Colour Screen (128 x 160 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
Video Player (MPEG4, 3GPP & H263)
Video Record
Theme Display
Screensaver
Picture Wallpaper

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Predictive Text

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, AAC & WMA)
Touch Sensitive Music Controls
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Stereo Bluetooth® A2DP
Windows Media Player® Synchronization

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Alarm
Vibration Alert
Handsfree Speaker
Flight Mode

Connectivity
Bluetooth®
USB
GPRS
EDGE

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP 2.0
XHTML

Memory & Talk Time
25 Mbytes Memory Plus MicroSD™ Memory Card Support
7 Hours Talk Time
350 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
87.5 g
90 x 48.6 x 16.4 mm

Motorola W377

2008-07-19T18:35:00.000+07:00

The W377 is a member of the Motorola W range which provides the user with a well priced fashionable flip opening mobile phone. The W377 pays resemblance to the Motorola W220 & the Motorola W375 which are other members of the W range. The Motorola W377 is sleek & colourful handset which is available in a black (licorice), gray, silver & pink coloured casing. The handset is 95 grams in weight & measures 99mm high by 45mm wide by 18.6mm deep which feels good to old in any users hand when in use. The phone is a flip opening which comes with an external mono icon display which provides the user the useful icons to indicate a new message, call & battery status on the external screen. On the front of the handset above the external mono screen is the built in camera.

The phone comes with a VGA camera which is a 0.3 megapixel camera & the camera comes with a 4 x zoom which will allow the user to get closer to their subject when taking a snap. When taking a snap the user can use the internal screen as a viewfinder & allows the user to see what they are capturing as they take the photo. The internal screen displays up to 65k colours on a 128 x 160 pixel resolution screen which provides a clear & colourful display. The camera feature adds an element of fun & allows the user to either store their photos on their W377, share them via MMS messaging or download their photos to their home computer using the phones USB or Bluetooth® connectivity options. The fun doesn't stop there as the phone comes with preloaded games which allow the user to enjoy entertainment on their new mobile phone. The Motorola W377 supports MP3 ringtones which allows the user to enjoy their favourite ringtones which can be change to suit the user's style. The phone comes with a built in FM radio feature & the user will need an optional extra of headphones to enjoy the radio feature on this phone.

The user can use the handsfree speaker phone feature to talk to their contacts over the phones speaker system which allows the user to rest their W377 on their desk or table whilst chatting to others over the phones speakers. The user can stay in contact with others by sending a MMS (Multimedia Message Service) or SMS (Text Message Service) or an EMS (Enhanced Message Service) to any compatible messaging contact. The MMS message allows the user to send a photo complete with text & sound which is a quick way to share photos with others. The SMS message allows the user to send a message containing text input to any SMS mobile phone contact. The user can use the predictive text feature to help them when typing a messaging which allows the user to create a message faster as the words are predicted for the user. The Motorola W377 comes with a zoom font option which allows the user to view their messages in larger font if required. The phone comes with an integrated phone book which can hold up to five hundred contacts at a time. The user will find other useful built in features which will assist the user in their day to day living which include an alarm clock feature, calculator, calendar & a currency converter.

This stylish flip phone comes with a battery which provides its user with up to 7.5 hours talk time (450 minutes) or up to 250 hours standby battery time. The mobile phone comes with a USB connection point which allows the user to connect their new handset to compatible USB devices. The W377 supports Bluetooth wireless connectivity which allows the user to enjoy a wireless connection between the phone & other Bluetooth® compatible devices. The Motorola W377 has a built in WAP browser & the phone comes with 10 Mbytes of internal memory for data storage. The phone works on a tri band network which covers GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900. The Motorola W377 is an affordable phone & a good looking mobile phone complete with useful features.

Motorola W377 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal TFT 65k Colour Screen (128 x 160 Pixels)
External Mono Display

Imaging
VGA Camera
4 x Zoom
Photo Storage
Zoom Font
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Predictive Text

Sounds
FM Radio
MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games

Organiser
Phonebook (500 Contacts)
Mobile Calendar
Currency Converter
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Handsfree Speaker

Connectivity
Bluetooth®
USB

Network
Tri Band Technology (GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP

Memory & Talk Time
10 Mbytes Memory
7.5 Hours Talk Time
250 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
95g
99 x 45 x 18.6 mm

Motorola RAZR V3

2008-07-13T17:33:00.000+07:00

The Motorola RAZR V3 is a truly stunning phone that comes with an anodized aluminum finish & is available in silver, black & hot pink coloured casing. The RAZR V3 is a very thin clam shell style mobile phone which comes with a perfectly designed single sheet of metal keypad which reacts to the lightest of touches. The RAZR V3 is similar in specification to the Sony Ericsson W800i, both are very attractive & popular mobile phones. The RAZR V3 has a very colourful internal screen (176 x 220 pixels) & a smaller but very clear external colour screen (96 x 80 pixels). The phone comes with a built in VGA digital camera complete with 4 x digital zoom which can be displayed on the very impressive screens. The Motorola RAZR V3 includes a video feature that allows the user to download videos from the Internet. It is also possible for the user to use a video playback which comes complete with great sound quality. The picture phone book facility allows the user to assign a photo to each contact in their phone book & each time the contact calls the photo of them will be displayed.

The Motorola RAZR V3 is full of messaging features which include SMS (text), EMS (enhanced message service), MMS (multimedia message service), SMS chat, group SMS, quick messaging & email.

The phone has Bluetooth® which gives the user the freedom of a wireless connection. The RAZR V3 come with 3D Java games already installed but it is possible for the user to download many more games. The user can also download ringtones, wallpaper & screensavers to give their phone a more personal feel to it.

The RAZR V3 comes with polyphonic ringtones & MP3 ringtones which can be heard perfectly through the built in polyphonic speaker. The MOTOMIXER™ feature is a piece of remixable MIDI ringer software which comes with the RAZR V3.

Lifestyle features which come with the Motorola RAZR V3 include date, clock, calculator, currency converter, PIM functionality, calendar & alarm clock.

Motorola RAZR V3 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal TFT 260k Colour Screen (176 x 220 Pixels) With Graphic Accelerator
External CSN 4k Colour Screen (96 x 80 Pixels) 4 Lines Of Text

Imaging
Digital Camera
4 x Digital Zoom
Video Download
Video Clip Playback
Downloadable Themes
Downloadable Screensaver
Picture Caller ID

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
Email (Pop3, SMTP & IMAP4)
Instant Messaging
Group SMS
SMS Chat
Predictive Text
iTAP™ Predictive Text
Quick Messages
Mobile Concatenation

Sound
MOTOMIXER™ (Remixable MIDI Software)
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Polyphonic Speaker
Hands Free Speaker Phone
Caller Group Profiling
Speech Independent Voice Recognition

Entertainment
3D Java™ Games
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Contacts
Currency Converter
Date
Clock
Alarm Clock
Calculator
PIM Functionality

Connectivity
CE Bus
Bluetooth®
USB

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, 900, 1800 & 1900)

Internet
WAP
GPRS

Memory & Talk Time
5 Mbytes Memory
7 Hours Talk Time
290 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
95 g
98 x 53 x 13.9 mm

Motorola Sidekick Slide SmartPhone

2008-06-23T18:19:00.000+07:00

The Motorola Sidekick Slide is a messaging & Internet focused mobile phone which comes in a sleek looking black coloured casing. The overall size of the casing is compact when considering it slide design & the handset has a solid feel to it. It weighs 150 grams in total & measures 119.4mm tall by 61mm wide by 17.8mm deep when in its upright position. The Sidekick Slide comes with a slide opening casing which allows the user to slide the screen to the side to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard. The keyboard has individually spaced out keys which makes it easy to use. The user can use the Motorola Sidekick Slide with the screen closed as it comes with an external navigation tool & control keys. The front of this desirable phone is taken up by a large QVGA screen which displays up to 65k colours & has a high screen resolution for a beautiful viewing experience.

The Motorola Sidekick Slide is sold exclusively on the T mobile network & this handset provides it user with high speed access the Web & comes with a wide variety of messaging services. The Motorola Sidekick Slide comes with 128 megabytes of internal memory & it has a memory card slot which supports MicroSD™ type memory cards which can expand the phones memory capacity up to 4 gigabytes. The battery is a rechargeable battery which provides up to 156 hours (6.5 days) of standby battery time when fully charged. The user can enjoy up to 7 hours of talk time from the fully charged rechargeable battery.

The user can enjoy accessing the Web using the built in WAP browser which allows the user to enjoy a XHTML Web experience on their new handset. This messaging focused handset comes with a selection of messaging services which allows the user to communicate with others easily & quickly. The user can use the QWERTY keyboard when inputting text which makes the messaging experience more convenient & easier for the user. The Motorola Sidekick Slide supports IM messaging which is an instant messaging service which works like an online chat between compatible IM messaging contacts. The user can use the IM messaging service like the instant messaging service on the user's PC or laptop plus the Sidekick slide comes with the added advantage of a fully QWERTY keypad. This phone also supports a mobile email service which allows the user to create, send & receive emails from all contacts with an email account. The user can share images & photos via the picture messaging service which is known as MMS multimedia messaging. The Sidekick Slide comes with a text message service which allows the user to share a quick text input only message with all their SMS compatible contacts.

The built in Bluetooth® technology allows the user to transfer data files without the use of a cabled connection as the files can be transferred wirelessly between two Bluetooth® compatible devices which are up to 10 metres apart. A mini USB port on the handset allows the user to connect to other USB compatible devices using a USB cabled connection. The phone works over a quad band network which supports worldwide network coverage but the overall network coverage is fully dependant on the service provider. The user can enjoy a high quality call experience as the Motorola Sidekick slide supports CrystalTalk™ technology which provides crystal clear sound quality when the user is in noisy surroundings.

A built in music player provides the user with a fun & easy to use portable music feature which supports all popular music formats & allows the user to enjoy their favourite sound at all times. The user can select a MP3 or polyphonic sound as a ringing tone which gives the Motorola Sidekick Slide a personal feel & sound each time a new call comes in. The built in camera feature allows the user to take a quick snap when the user in on the move so the user will never miss those fun moments in the day as it canal be stored as a digital picture. The camera is a 1.3 megapixel camera which comes with an easy to use camera key. The user will enjoy this beautifully designed phone which allows the user to communicate with others easily via messaging & call features plus it has some fun built in feature to keep the user entertained.

Motorola Sidekick Slide Specifications & Features

Screen
QVGA 65k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
1.3 Megapixel Camera
Camera Keys
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
Music Player (MP3, WMA, AAC & iMelody)
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calculator
Clock
Handsfree Speaker
QWERTY Keyboard
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Connectivity
EDGE
Bluetooth®
Mini USB
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP
XHTML

Memory & Talk Time
128 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Card Support up to 4 Gbytes
7 Hours Talk Time
156 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
150g
119.4 x 61 x 17.8 mm

Motorola Z6w

2008-06-19T18:40:00.000+07:00

The Motorola Z6w is a Wi-Fi compatible mobile phone which comes with many useful & entertainment features just waiting to be explored by its user. This amazing looking phone comes with a slide opening mechanism which slides open with a smooth action to reveal a clear keypad which is user friendly. The user can access their phones features when the handset is in its slide closed position as the Z6w comes with an external navigation control, call keys & feature keys. The casing comes in a black & metal effect coloured casing which oozes sophistication & is incredibly stylish to look at as well as feeling good to hold in the user's single hand. The casing weighs 110 grams which gives the mobile phone a solid feel & it is 105mm tall, 45mm wide by 17.3mm when in its slide closed position. This slide opening phone is a member of the Motorola Z range & has a similar shape & design as the Motorola ROKR Z6 & the Motorola RIZR Z3 which are both highly attractive mobile handsets.

The Motorola Z6w works on a Linux operating system & supports high speed technologies. The user can use the Wi-Fi connectivity to connect their mobile phone to the Internet via a wireless network connection via a Wi-Fi hotspot. The Z6w supports a mini USB connection & Bluetooth® wireless technology which allows the user to gain a cabled connection to other compatible devices or a wireless connection using the Bluetooth wireless technology. The Bluetooth® connection can be gained between compatible Bluetooth® devices which are up to ten metres apart which allows the user to transfer files at high speed wirelessly. The Bluetooth® comes with A2DP which allows the user to gain a wireless music experience on their Motorola Z6w. The phone supports EDGE technology will allows the user to experience high speed transfer rates which makes files transfers a quick & easy experience for the user of this sophisticated mobile phone. The Z6w comes with 64 megabytes of built in memory & the user has the option of extending the phones memory further by adding a MicroSD™ memory card. The phone works on a quad band network which provides worldwide network coverage but the coverage is fully dependant on the user's service provider.

This highly capable mobile phone comes with a built in camera feature which allows the user to snap a quick picture or record video footage using the 2 megapixel built in camera feature. The camera comes with easy to access settings & capture key. The user can view their picture or video record on the 2 Inch colour screen which works as a clear viewfinder when capturing the picture or video footage. The screen displays up to 262k colours on a 240 pixel by 320 pixel resolution screen. The screen can also display colourful screensaver & wallpapers. The user can even select one of their personal pictures which have been captured using the 2 megapixel camera feature as a personal & unique screensaver or wallpaper.

The Z6w comes with an email service which allows the user to send, receive, store & delete emails on their mobile phone. The user will never feel far away from friend, family or business colleagues with the built in messaging services. The user can take part in an instant messaging conversation as the Motorola Z6w supports a mobile instant messaging service which allows the user to chat to other compatible contacts that are online at the same time as the user. The instant messaging service is an online chat which can contain text & symbols. The Motorola Z6w also supports a text messaging service, enhanced messaging service & a multimedia messaging service which is known as MMS messaging. The MMS message can contain a picture of video recording & is a quick way for the user to share their latest pictures & video recordings with other compatible MMS users. The user can access the internet from the main menu which allows the user to access the WAP & Opera 8.5 Internet browser.

The Motorola Z6w mobile phone comes with a rechargeable battery which when fully charged will provide approximately 7 hours of talk time or approximately 400 hours of standby battery time but this is fully dependant on the built in features being used by the user as some features which use more battery life than other features. The phone comes with easy to use call features which include a conference call feature which allows the user to talk to more than one contact per call & a handsfree speaker phone which allows the user to take a call over the phones loud speaker for a handsfree call experience. The Motorola Z6w comes with a built in music player which supports popular music formats & the user can control their music using the easy to access keys. The music player supports MP3, AAC & AAC+ music files formats which the user can either download from the Internet via music store or transfer CD's via the user personal computer. The Z6w is an amazing communication & entertainment mobile phone which will be adored by its user for its looks & built in features.

Motorola Z6w Specifications & Features

Screen
2 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
Flash
Dedicated Camera Keys
Video Record (QCIF)
Video Player
Downloadable Logos & Themes
Wallpapers
Screensaver
Picture Caller ID

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, AAC & AAC+)
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 & AAC Ringtones
Bluetooth™ stereo A2DP
Voice Memo

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games
Java™ Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Contacts
Currency Converter
Clock
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Handsfree Speaker
Conference Call
Linux OS

Connectivity
EDGE
Bluetooth® with A2DP
Mini USB
WiFi

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP
XHTML
Opera 8.5

Memory & Talk Time
64 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option
7 Hours Talk Time
400 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
110g
105 x 45 x 17.3 mm

Motorola RAZR V3i

2008-06-13T17:46:00.000+07:00

The Motorola RAZR V3i is an extremely sleek, stylish & highly designed mobile phone. It has a sculpted metal keypad & comes in a brushed metal casing which adds to it sophisticated appearance. The RAZR V3i is very similar to the Motorola RAZR V3 but the RAZR V3i is slightly slimmer & sleeker design. The Motorola V3i is available in special editions which include the Motorola V3i DG & the Motorola V3i m. The Motorola V3i DG is a Dolce & Gabbana phone which is unique & oozes a designer chic feel to it. The V3i DG has a gold coloured casing which has an anodized aluminum finish & the keypad is also gold. The phone comes with a gold DG headset & is the ultimate fashion statement. The Motorola V3i m is a maroon coloured version of the V3i & the classy coloured casing stands out in a crowd. The internal colour screen is large & works excellently as a full screen view finder. The RAZR V3i has a 1.23 megapixel digital camera which comes with an 8 x zoom which allows the user to take the perfect photos. The phone comes complete with a video record & video playback feature which allows the user to always capture those special moments & save them on the MicroSD® removable memory card. The MicroSD® removable memory card can store photos & it is then possible for the user to print out the photos when they are back at home.

The external screen is very bright, clear & comes with 65k colours. The external screen is used to display who is calling & it is possible for the user to see all of this without even opening the RAZR V3i. The phone comes with a picture caller ID feature which is displayed on the external screen & it shows a picture of the caller instead of just displaying a contact number.

The airplane mode feature is great if the user travels as it is possible for the user to listen to music, play games, view their calendar & access their contact list whilst they are on the airplane.

The RAZR V3i includes SCREEN3 technology which allows the user to see the latest worldwide news, sporting events & entertainment. The SCREEN3 is instant with a zero click access to all the news & there is no reason for the user to launch or search too far for any current events.

The RAZR V3i has a fabulous MP3 player & the phone comes with iTunes® music software which gives the user the freedom to transfer their favourite tunes directly to their mobile phone. The Motorola RAZR V3i allows the user to enjoy their favourite music & the sound quality is second to none. The phone has MP3 ringtones already installed & the user can download many more for their personal pleasure.

The phone has quad band technology which allows the user to roam across countries & continents with ease. The Bluetooth® technology allows the user to have a wire free connection at any time.

The phone comes with J2ME™ games embedded & the user can download many more games from the Internet. The internal screen can display high quality wallpapers & screensavers & the user can download more from the Internet to give the RAZR V3i a very personal theme & feel.

Motorola RAZR V3i Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal TFT 256k Colour Screen (176 x 220 Pixels)
External CSTN 65k Colour Screen (96 x 80 Pixels)

Imaging
1.23 Digital Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Video Capture
Video Playback
SCREEN3 Technology
MPEG4 Video
Downloadable Themes
Downloadable Screensaver
Downloadable Wallpaper
Picture Caller ID

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
MP3 Player
iTunes®
Polyphonic Ringtones (24 Channels)
MP3 Ringtones
Speaker Phone
Hands Free Speaker Phone
Voice Memo
Mini-USB Stereo Headset
Apple iTunes Compatible

Entertainment
J2ME™ Embedded Games
J2ME™ Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Contacts
Currency Converter
Date
Clock
Alarm
Calculator
Airplane Mode

Connectivity
Bluetooth®
Mini USB

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, 900, 1800 & 1900)

Internet
WAP
GPRS

Memory & Talk Time
10 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD (TransFlash Memory)
3.5 Hours Talk Time
200 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
95 g
98 x 53 x 13.9 mm

Motorola ROKR E8

2008-05-23T18:14:00.000+07:00

The Motorola ROKR E8 is a member of the ROKR family which includes other stylish handsets including the Motorola ROKR E6 & the Motorola ROKR Z6. The ROKR E8 is a stunning mobile phone which comes with user friendly control features as well as high quality music features. The main feature on this attractive handset is its changeable keypad which supports haptic touch feedback & mode shift. The mode shift function allows the user to change the style of their keypad depending on the built in feature being used, for instance if the user is using the music feature the music controls will be highlighted & displays where the keypad is positioned, if the user is using the camera feature the camera controls will be displayed in the keypad area & if the user is making a call or input text the numeric & letter option keypad will be displayed. This user friendly control system allows the user to see & use only the controls that are relevant at the time & allows the user to enjoy the feature they are using with ease. The Motorola ROKR E8 also comes with haptic feedback which allows the user to feel a slight vibration when the user is using the phones controls. The ROKR E8 comes with a TFT QVGA screen which measures two inches in size when measured diagonally & displays up to 262k colours on a high resolution display. Below the screen the user will find a fast scroll navigation wheel which allows the user to glide though menus & features with ease. The user & fast scroll though their phone book & calendar when the phone is in its phone mode or use the fast scroll to scroll though music files when the ROKR E8 is in its music mode. The handset is slim & easy to carry as it weighs 100 grams & measures 10.6mm deep by 53mm wide by 115mm tall.

A built in music player complete with music mode controls allows the user to enjoy their music easily. The user can transfer music files from other compatible devices or download more music onto their Motorola ROKR E8. The phone is compatible with Windows™ media player™ 11 which allows the user to transfer music files from their PC onto their ROKR E8. The music player supports all popular music formats & comes with easy to use controls which allow the user to drag & drop music files when organising their music files. The Motorola ROKR E8 comes with a built in speaker which allows the user to share their music out loud with others or the user can enjoy a more personal listening experience using a set of compatible headphones. The phone supports Bluetooth® with A2DP which allows the user to enjoy a wireless listening experience if desired. The user can tune into their favourite radio station & enjoy a mobile radio experience but the headphones must be plugged in when using the radio feature.

The ROKR E8 covers a quad band GSM network which covers GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900 which will automatically switch between network bands. The user can enjoy worldwide roaming with the quad band technology but the coverage is fully dependant on the network provider. The Motorola ROKR E8 comes with two gigabytes of internal memory plus the handset comes with an expandable memory card slot which allows the user to add up to four gigabytes of external memory if required for further storage. This attractive mobile phone comes with connectivity options which allow the user to connect their phone to a variety of devices when transferring files & data. The phone supports a USB port which allows the user to connect to other USB compatible devices & the phone supports Bluetooth® technology with A2DP which allows the user to enjoy a wire free connection with other compatible devices including the user's PC, laptop, headphones & printer. The user can enjoy up to 300 hours of standby battery time from a fully charged battery or approximately 5 hours of talk time depending on the built in features being used.

A built in two megapixel digital camera allows the use to capture a quick snap using the built in camera options which can be stored on the mobile phone, shared with others via the messaging service or transfer to other compatible devices. The camera feature supports video features which allow the user to record, play, save & share their video clips. The digital camera comes with an 8 x digital zoom function which allows the user to get up closer to their desired subject when taking a shot. The Motorola ROKR E8 comes with embedded games & supports Java games. The user can download games to suit their gaming needs as the gaming feature provides the user with fats moving entertainment on their mobile phone. The user can use the built in alarm clock feature as a reminder or to get the user up & out of bed each day. The phone comes with a flight mode feature which allows the user to use their handset in mobile phone restricted areas, as the radio receivers are switched off which allows the user to enjoy a selection of features without the phone disrupting any sensitive equipment nearby.

The ROKR E8 comes with a built in WAP Web browser which allows the user to access the Web from their mobile phone to search for information, new games, more music & much more. The built in Web browser is accessible via the phones main menu & allows the user to gain information whilst on the move. The user can enjoy communicating with others via the phones messaging services which include an email service, instant messaging service, text messaging & multimedia picture messaging. A multimedia message can contain picture or video clip along with sound & text which allows the user to enjoy a fun & exciting messaging service with other compatible multimedia messaging users. The phone supports a voice text reader which allows the user to hear their messages being read out to them which is a useful feature on this stylish Motorola handset. The instant messaging service works like the user PC instant messaging service & allows the user to communicate with others that are online at the same time as the user by sharing instant text & symbols messages whilst both contacts are online. The Motorola ROKR E8 is waiting to be discovered & enjoyed.

Motorola ROKR E8 Specifications & Features

Screen
2 Inch QVGA TFT 262k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Camera Settings
Camera Modes
Video Record
Video Player
Screensaver & Wallpaper

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Voice Text Reader

Sound
Media Player
Music Management
FM Radio
Downloadable Ringtones

Entertainment
Java™ Games
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Calculator
Clock
Alarm
Flight Mode
Fast Scroll Navigation
Mode Shift Technology
Crystal Talk™ Technology

Connectivity
USB
Bluetooth® with A2DP
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP XHTML
HTML

Memory & Talk Time
2 Gbyte plus MicroSD™ Memory Card up to 4 Gbytes
5 Hours Talk Time
300 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
100 g
115 x 53 x 10.6 mm

Motorola RAZR2 V8

2008-05-13T17:53:00.000+07:00

The Motorola RAZR2 V8 is a classy & fashionable clamshell mobile phone which comes with music orientated features which are incredibly user friendly. The handset has a solid weight & comes in a slim sized casing. The handset measures only 11.9mm in depth, 103mm tall by 53mm wide which is ideal for single handed use. The casing is made from a strong stainless steel cover which is attractive & practical. The overall appearance of the Motorola RAZR2 V8 is an eye catching mobile phone with a large & colourful external screen. The phone comes with dual screen which are both large & provide up to 262k colours with a screen resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. The external screen is a 2 inch screen which comes complete with touch screen music controls & the internal screen is 2.2 Inches in size which is ideal for viewing high colour photos & video. The RAZR2 V8 is a member of the Motorola RAZR range which includes many popular & feature focused handsets including the Motorola RAZR V3, Motorola RAZR V3i, Motorola RAZR V3x, Motorola RAZR V3xx & the Motorola RAZR2 V9.

The phone comes with two memory options which include a 420 Mbytes internal memory option & a 2 Gbytes memory option. The user can choose the memory option on their mobile phone to suit their storage needs for music, photos, video & contacts. The battery provides approximately 8.3 hours of talk time & up to 280 hours of standby time from a fully charged battery. The RAZR2 V8 works over GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900 which provides the user with a mobile phone with world wide roaming capabilities which is dependant on the user's network provider. The phone comes with easy to use connectivity options which allow the user to connect their phone to compatible devices using either a micro USB connection or a Bluetooth® wireless connection between devices. The Bluetooth® wireless technology supports stereo Bluetooth® A2DP & the user can enjoy a wireless connection between devices within a range of thirty feet. The micro USB connection provides the user with a high speed cabled connection between devices for fast file transfers. The RAZR2 V8 comes with EDGE technology which provides high speed file transfers & downloads. The phone comes with a full HTML web browser which allows the user to surf the sites they surf for on their home or office PC. The HTML web browsing provides the user with a realistic & full web experience on their mobile phone.

The beautiful RAZR2 V8 comes with effective & useable touch sensitive music controls which can be found on the handsets large external screen. The user can play their favourite tunes & manage their music using the external screen. The user can enjoy purchasing their music from Windows based music stores & download their music files easily. The integrated music player is compatible with a stereo micro USB headset & stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology with A2DP. The music player can play music in the most popular music formats & comes with Windows Media Player® which provides synchronization for easy music management. The user can enjoy taking still photos using the 2 megapixel camera feature which is located on the back of this stylish handset. The camera feature comes with quality video capabilities & with an 8 x digital zoom feature. The user can record moving video footage on their Motorola RAZR2 V8 which can be edited, deleted, saved or shared with others via the messaging services. The video feature allows the user to playback video in MPEG4 video format.

The RAZR2 V8 comes with a voice features which includes a voice reminder feature which allows the user to record & store a voice reminder on their handset. The phone comes with a speaker independent name & digit dialing feature & a vibration alert feature which allows the user to select these features if required on their mobile phone. The user can take their calls over the phones speaker system which allows the user to place their handset on a table or desk which provides the user with a handsfree call feature. The user can hear their contact talking to them over the phones loud speakers & the users voice is recorded by the phones discrete built in microphone. The phone comes with a variety of messaging services which include text messaging (SMS), multimedia messaging (MMS) & email service. The text message service comes complete with a predictive text input method. The user can read & reply to their text messages on the 2 Inch external screen which is a useful feature when the user does not want to keep opening their handset for a quick & simple reply. The MMS service allows the user to send a message complete with a photo or video which is a quick & easy way for the user to share their experiences with others. The Motorola RAZR2 V8 comes with a MotoSync™ feature which allows the user to synchronise their email, phonebook & calendar over the air. The RAZR2 V8 is a fun & user friendly mobile phone which comes with many useful features to suit today's mobile phone user.

Motorola RAZR2 V8 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal 2.2 Inch QVGA 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)
External 2 Inch QVGA 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels) with Contextual Touch Interaction

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Video Record
Video Playback
MPEG4 Video
Theme Display
Picture Screensaver
Picture Wallpaper

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
MotoSync™
Predictive Text

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, AAC & AAC+)
Touch Sensitive External Music Controls
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Stereo Micro USB
Stereo Bluetooth® with A2DP
Windows Media Player® 11 Synchronization

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Alarm
Vibration Alert
Handsfree Speaker
Voice Memo
Voice Recognition Dialling

Connectivity
Bluetooth® with A2DP
Micro USB
GPRS
EDGE

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP 2.0
HTML

Memory & Talk Time
420 Mbytes or 2 Gbytes Memory Option
8.3 Hours Talk Time
280 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
117 g
103 x 53 x 11.9 mm

Motorola KRZR K3

2008-04-02T16:11:00.000+07:00

Motorola K3 adopts the shapes and curves of the Motorola K1 KRZR, the main difference is the metal in casings of the K3 and the added 3G functionality . The impression is that Motorola has launched a copycat, disguised in metal with chrome-plated surfaces casing. We have followed this new trend during 2007: positioning older handsets in a more expensive market segment, due to the new finishing touches of the handset`s exterior.

The K3 surface is not a magnet to fingerprints, being chrome-plated shot with blue steel. The metal grill of the external speaker, contributes to the overall glamorous impression. Considering the features on the K3 and K1 ,the KRZR K3 wins, but it’s held back by a mid-range camera and aging menu design.

The Motorola KRZR K3 is pronounced Motorola KRAZAR K3 & also known as the MOTOKRZR K3. The phone is a 3G mobile phone which comes in a striking casing. The handset is slim, tall & compact & comes with a flip opening mechanism. The handset in only 16.3mm in thickness & weighs 110 grams which is slim & light for a 3G capable mobile phone. The handset feels solid & is easy to operate with a single hand. The casing comes in two colour options which are stone grey & dark pearl grey which provide a subtle & sophisticated looked to the KRZR K3. The phone comes with a high quality casing which is made from premium quality glass & metal with a tactile & smooth finish. The Motorola KRZR Z3 is from the same family as the stylish Motorola KRZR K1 & although the handsets may look alike there are major differences to their design & specification. The Motorola KRZR K3 is not just a 3G broadband mobile device it is a fashion statement in itself.

The 3G HSDPA & UMTS capabilities provide the user with broadband connectivity. The user can access the Internet for news, sports, video, music & much more from their fast & efficient mobile phone. The built in HSDPA technology provides the users will high speed capabilities which means the user will spend less time waiting for their phone to carry out tasks. The Motorola KRZR K3 comes with tri band technology which provide the user with network coverage in Europe & in the majority of the US. The phone comes with built in Bluetooth® wireless technology which allows the user to enjoy a cable free connection between compatible Bluetooth® devices. The KRZR K3 comes with a mini USB connection which allows the user to connect their phone to compatible mini USB compatible devices to gain a cabled connection. The user can enjoy a full & fast mobile Internet experience on their handset which comes with a dedicated Internet browser button. The user can access the Internet with one click of the button & access a wide selection of Internet sites to gain information on news, weather, music, travel directions, all the latest mobile devices & much more.

The phone comes with dual screens which allows the user to view information both internally & externally on their mobile phone depending if the handset is in its open or closed position. The external screen provides a colour display with a screen resolution of 120 x 160 pixels & the internal screen provides a large 2 Inch colour display with a 240 x 320 pixel screen resolution. The KRZR K3 comes with high quality imagining features which allows the user to capture still photos & video recordings using the built in 2 megapixel camera. The camera comes with a built in flash & 8 x digital zoom. The user can use the camera quickly & easily to take a quick still snap or to capture a video recording when they are out & about. The photo & video camera comes with a selection of effects & options which allow the user to get the perfect finish & required quality for all of their photos or video recordings. The user can playback & stream video on their Motorola KRZR K3. The user can download the latest video over the air which allows the user to enjoy a full video experience on their mobile device. The phone supports SCREEN3 technology which allows the user to access information with zero clicks. The phone comes with a second camera which is used when video calling. The user can see who they are talking to with the video calling feature which can be enjoyed with any 3G video calling capable contact.

The 3G phone comes with a music player complete with easy to access music files which allows the user to store & play their music quickly on their KRZR K3. The phone comes with preloaded J2ME® games, colourful screensavers, a selection of ringtones for the user to enjoy as soon as they get their new handset. The user can download main more games, wallpapers, screensavers, images & ringtones to suit their style & personal taste. The Motorola KRZR K3 comes with easy to access & use messaging services which include text messaging, multimedia messaging, enhanced messaging & email. The user can access the services from the phones messaging menu & enjoy communicating using the messaging services provided with any compatible message service contact.

The user can record voice memorandums to store reminders & list for a later date. The phones battery will provide the user with approximately three hours of talk time & three hundred & forty hours of standby time from a fully charged battery which is good for a 3G capable mobile phone. The Motorola KRZR K3 comes with internal memory which is 50 Mbytes of memory & allows the user to store contacts details, messages, music, video & photos. The phone comes with a memory slot which allows the user to add a MicroSD™ type memory card to expand the phones memory capabilities further to suit the users storage needs. The user can manage their built in phone book efficiently & easily which allows the user to add, delete & update their contacts details quickly. The phone book will hold all the users contact details including different contact numbers. The KRZR K3 comes with a useful calendar feature, clock & alarm function which will keep the user organised at all times.

Network	HSDPA / GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900
Generals	103 x 42.3 x 16.3 mm, 63 cc; Weight: 110 g
Display	- TFT, 256K colors; Size: 240 x 320 pixels, 2.0 inches, 31 x 41 mm - Second external CSTN, 65K colors display (120 x 160 pixels)
Memory	microSD (TransFlash), 50 MB internal memory
Data	- GPRS, EDGE, 3G (HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps) - Bluetooth v 2.0 stereo (A2DP), USB v 2.0
Messaging	SMS, MMS, Email
Camera	- 2 MP, 1600×1200 pixels, video - secondary videocall VGA camera
Features	- Java MIDP 2.0 - Voice dial, Voice memo - MP3/AAC/AAC+/e-AAC+/WMA player - Video calling - Integrated handsfree
Battery	- Standard battery: Li-Ion 910 mAh - Stand-by: Up to 340 h - Talk time: Up to 3 h

Tech-talks

Not only delivering a new design utilizing quality materials and finishes, the KRZR K3 also takes advantage of 3G technology via HSDPA connectivity, enabling data transfer speeds up to 3.6 MBs. The new model is based on the successful glossy first KRZR but builds on it by improving the functionality and the hardware, now supporting 3G networks. We noticed the larger and improved displays (The larger external display is now readable even in bright light but unfortunately this is not the case with the internal one), the solid construction, the additional VGA camera for video calling, but also the flash absence on camera.

Unlike the CDMA version of the K1 (K1m), the K3 doesnâ€™t feature external keys for controlling the media player. The internal keyboard provides an overall ergonomic feel, all buttons are big enough, press with no worries and have tactile feedback. The price range for the Motorola KRZR k3 free of contract is 320$- 410$.

Motorola KRZR K1

2008-04-02T15:56:00.000+07:00

The Motorola KRZR , known as the "Canary" before its release, is a phone by Motorola and is one of the most recent phones in the '4LTR' line. The phone was released in the United States in the fourth quarter of 2006, and was released in some other countries in September 2006. A GSM/EDGE model is released by AT&T, Rogers Wireless, T-Mobile, and Cincinnati Bell Wireless under the name MOTOKRZR K1, and a CDMA/EV-DO model was released by Pocket Communications, Verizon Wireless, Sprint PCS, US Cellular, Alltel,Virgin Mobile Canada under the name MOTOKRZR K1m. The exact features and technical specifications differ significantly between models. Some Users are disapointed in the phones menu, and how fast you can browse through it.

As a clamshell/flip phone modeled after the RAZR, the KRZR is longer but narrower. The phone includes stylized features such as a glossy glass finish. Both models of the KRZR offer a microSD slot and an MP3 player, AAC, AAC+ enhanced music player. The main difference between the two is that the K1m (CDMA version) sports touch music controls on the flip cover, a 1.3 megapixel camera, and supports a MicroSD card up to 1 GB. The K1 (GSM version) doesn't have the touch music controls, but has a 2 megapixel camera, and supports a MicroSD card up to 2 GB. The K1 uses the motosync system to synchronize contacts and the calendar with the touch of a button. It also uses the Push-To-View system for sharing of images in real-time.

Following in the footsteps of the revolutionary MOTORAZR phone, the new ultra-sleek MOTOKRZR introduces a new standard of stunning style and innovation. Sharp and sophisticated with a luxurious finish and detailed craftsmanship, the MOTOKRZR is the definitive mobile for individuals who have an appreciation for cutting edge designs. Within the MOTOKRZR phone’s striking form lies remarkable functionality rich in first-class multimedia and entertainment capabilities, global connectivity* and more — all designed to give you an elite, unparalleled wireless experience.

Divine design
Reflecting the design language of the super-slim MOTORAZR , the MOTOKRZR exudes pure luxury with clean lines, precision detailing and premium materials shrouded within a distinctive metallic gloss front finish. The MOTOKRZR builds upon one of the most celebrated designs of the past decade by blending slender form with razor-thin design principles in a sleek clamshell form. Measuring a mere 16mm thin X 42mm wide X 103mm long and weighing only 3.6 ounces, the MOTOKRZR slips easily into a pocket or purse.

Elite entertainment
Fusing superior form with rich functionality, the MOTOKRZR houses a host of premium multimedia features. The ultimate all-in one device for extraordinary imaging, the MOTOKRZR lets you capture your latest jaunt to Cape Town via a 2MP camera with 8x zoom or via video capture and playback capabilities. Take your travel soundtracks with you while you jet across the globe with the convenient integrated MP3 player, airplane mode and Stereo Bluetooth® headset support (such as the Motorola Bluetooth DJ Headphones S805)*. With removable MicroSD card slot, there’s always room for all your favorite music files.

International icon
From Los Angeles to Lisbon, the MOTOKRZR connects you effortlessly with friends, family, and your favorite content. Featuring worldwide quad-band functionality*, EDGE technology for hi-speed web browsing and downloads and Screen3 technology for zero-click access to the latest news and entertainment***, the MOTOKRZR puts premium power in the palm of your hand.

Elegant and effortless
Delivering connectivity convenience with compatible Bluetooth enabled devices at the touch of a button, the MOTOKRZR provides hands-free conversations via Bluetooth® wireless technology**, enhanced predictive text for effortless texting and advanced voice functionality, including voice commands, voice recognition, and voice memo. The MOTOKRZR achieves the elusive goal in mobile devices by perfectly balancing design, craftsmanship and functionality all in a breathtaking package.

Summary of key features:
• Ultra-slim form factor
• Hi-quality imaging via 2-megapixel digital camera with 8x digital zoom, and image editing
• Premium video capabilities: video capture and playback MPEG4 (15 fps CIF); audio/video streaming (3GPP)***; video progressive download***; record up to 25 minutes of video on embedded memory
• Integrated Stereo Bluetooth wireless technology connectivity for hands-free convenience**
• Enhanced phonebook with new contact fields: URL, IM, Postal Address, Birthday, and other information
• MicroSD slot for optional upgradeable memory
• EDGE for high speed data access (class 12)
• Rich, pre-loaded J2ME games, screen savers
• Downloadable themes, ringer tones, images, animations***
• Midi, MP3, AAC, AAC+ enhanced music player for listening to your favorite music on-the-go
• PIM functionality with Picture Caller ID***
• Voice memo, enhanced predictive text and enhanced voice recognition for easy, hands-free connectivity
• MotoSync – sync your contacts and calendar at the touch of a button
• Push-To-Talk and Push-To-View capable***
• Screen3 technology for zero-click access to your favorite news, sports, and other premium content***

The MOTOKRZR is expected to be available in the second half of 2006. For more information regarding pricing and product availability in your region, please check with your local Motorola representative.

Type	Specification
Modes	GSM 850 / GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900; CDMA1x / EV-DO 800 / 1900
Weight	3.60 oz (102 g)
Dimensions	4.05" x 1.65" x 0.63" (103 x 42 x 16 mm)
Form Factor	Clamshell Internal Antenna
Battery Life	Talk: 5.83 hours (350 minutes) Standby: 300 hours (12.5 days)
Battery Type	Li-Ion 880 mAh
Display	Type: LCD (Color TFT/TFD) Colors: 262,144 (18-bit) Size: 176 x 220 pixels
Platform / OS	Motorola (Verizon K1m has a modified V CAST interface)
Phone Book Capacity	1000
Memory	K1 20 MB(17.33MB avg. built-in, flash shared memory) K1m 64 MB(??.??MB avg. built-in, flash shared memory)
FCC ID	IHDT56GT1 (Approved Jul 14, 2006)
Digital TTY/TDD	Yes
Multiple Languages	Yes
External Display	Location: Front color LCD
Polyphonic Ringtones	Chords: 24
Ringer Profiles	Yes
Vibrate	Yes
Bluetooth	Supported Profiles: HSP, HFP, DUN, FTP, OPP, A2DP, AVRC, BPP, BIP version 2.0
PC Sync	Yes
USB	Yes
Multiple Numbers per Name	Numbers per entry: 3
Picture ID	Yes
Ringer ID	Yes
Voice Dialing	Yes
Custom Graphics	Yes
Custom Ringtones	Yes
Speaker Phone	Yes
Data-Capable	Yes

Motorola Cellphone

2008-04-02T15:38:00.001+07:00

Motorola Cell Phone

Motorola W375

2008-03-23T18:32:00.000+07:00

The Motorola W375 is a tactile mobile phone which is pleasing on the eye. The handset has a sleek form & comes in a clamshell design. The phone comes with dual screens which allows the user to view information when the handset is either opened or closed. The external screen is a mono type screen which is neat & discrete. The large internal screen is full of colour & provides a brilliant TFT display with iconic CLI. The phone comes with a shiny finish which looks amazing in any of the available colours which include grey, silver & a beautifully eye catching mandarin orange. The handset is light weight & easy to carry which only weighs seventy eight grams. The W375 is a compact & slim mobile handset which measures 99 x 45 x 18.6 mm. The Motorola W375 comes from the W range designed by Motorola which includes the Motorola W208 mobile phone.

The W375 comes with 1.5 Mbytes of internal memory which the user can save all their contact details, photos & messages on. The phone comes with an internal battery which provides the user with up to two hundred & fifty hours of standby battery time & approximately seven & a half hours of talk time. The phone comes with USB connectivity which allows the user to connect their Motorola W375 to a compatible USB device to transfer data or print photos. The user can transfer files which include photos or music files to their personal computer using the USB cable connection. The phone work on a tri band network which will switch between the three bands without the user knowing. The Motorola W375 comes with a Internet WAP browser so therefore the user will be able to access the Internet even when the user is away from home or out of the office.

The phone comes with good quality imaging functions which include a built in VGA camera. The VGA camera comes with effective & fun photo effects which the user can select to create the perfect finish to their snaps. The camera comes complete with a 4 x zoom which allows the user to get a closer & more precise snaps. The imaging functions continue with bright & clear wallpapers which can changed frequently by the user to suit their mood. The user can use their personal snaps as a wallpaper or screensaver which brings a personal touch to the phone.

The Motorola W375 comes with fun gaming & easy to use organisation functions. The user will find preloaded games ready & waiting for them on their W375. The user may choose to download more games to suit their gaming preferences. The user will become totally organiser with the built in calendar feature which comes with an event reminder feature. The event reminders can be set buy the user to highlight special or important dates in their calendar. The user will be reminded of all their event by the phones built in alarm. The phone book feature can hold up to one hundred entries & comes with a picture phone book feature. The user will feel the benefit of having a useful currency converter, calculator & alarm clock feature on their W375.

The phone comes with good messaging service which are quick & easy to locate from the phones main menu. The services include a text message service which is a quick way to stay in contact with compatible SMS users & includes text input alone. The user can use the multimedia message service for a fun & visual messaging experience as the MMS message can contain text & sound with a photo or image. The MMS service can be sent & received between compatible MMS mobile phone users. The user can use SMS chat for a quick text conversation between contacts.

The Motorola W375 comes with music functions which include a FM radio. The user can tune into their favourite FM radio stations & enjoy their music when ever they feel the need for it. The phone comes with a built in speaker & a stereo headset which gives the user the option of listening to their music out loud or having a more personal listen experience. The user can personalise their W375 by downloading the most recent MP3 ringtones for their phone. The phone supports polyphonic & MP3 ringtones. The Motorola W375 comes with a integrated ringtone composer which allows the user the create their own ringtones. The user can take a call over the speakers which gives the user a handsfree call experience. The phone comes with a vibration alert feature which provides the user with a phone that will vibrate when the user is in an area where a ringtone would cause a disturbance.

Motorola W375 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal TFT 65k Colour Screen (128 x 160 Pixels)
External Mono Screen

Imaging
VGA Camera
4 x Zoom
Photo Effects
Screensaver
Wallpapers
Icon Display

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
SMS Chat
Predictive Text

Sounds
FM Radio
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Ringtone Composer
Hands Free Speaker Phone
Vibration Alert

Entertainment
Java™ Games
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar with Events Reminder
Contacts
Currency Converter
Date
Clock
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Stop Watch

Connectivity
GPRS
USB
Headset Jack

Network
Dual Band Technology (GSM 900 & GSM 1800)

Internet
WAP

Memory & Talk Time
1.5 Mbytes Shared Memory
7.5 Hours Talk Time
250 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
Weight: TBA
99 x 45 x 18.6 mm

Motorola ZN5

2008-03-13T17:58:00.000+07:00

The Motorola ZN5 is a camera & imaging focused mobile phone which comes is a desirable bar style casing which is dark grey in colour with metal accents. The casing has a smooth finish & comes with curved edges. The ZN5 comes with an embedded keypad which has an even & smooth finish. Above the keypad is a navigation key which makes gliding through the menus easy for the user complete with main menu & short cut keys. The Motorola ZN5 has a 2.4 Inch colour screen which is a TFT type screen complete a 240 pixel by 320 pixel screen resolution for a high quality viewing experience. The ZN5 works on a Linux operating system & comes with 350 megabytes of internal memory as well as an expandable memory card slot which takes up to 4 gigabytes of MicroSD™ memory card. The Motorola ZN5 is a solid bar handset which is 16mm in depth by 50.5mm wide by 118mm in height & weighs 114 grams.

The main feature on this attractive handset is the built in camera feature which is a five megapixel digital camera complete with high quality camera features which ensure a perfect picture is gained from this stylish camera phone. The user can add light to those duller surrounding with the help of the built in xenon flash & enjoy capturing well focused pictures as the camera comes with a built in auto focus feature. The user can use their mobile phone handset like a digital camera as the handset has a dedicated camera keys & the user can capture shots in either landscape or portrait mode. The Motorola ZN5 supports video which allows the user to both record video on their handset as well as playback video recordings. The user can listen to the radio feature which is accessible via the main menu & allows the user to enjoy a new music experience on their mobile phone. A built in music player allows the user to download or transfer their favourite tracks which can be stored on the phone & played back on the music player. The user will never be short of entertainment with the Motorola ZN5 as their new mobile companion.

The user can access the Internet using the built in Web browser which is a WAP browser which supports XHTML & HTML Internet browsing. The user can surf the Web for new ringing tones, music downloads, information, news reports & much more. The Motorola ZN5 comes with a rechargeable battery which when fully charged can provide approximately 9.5 hours talk time or approximately 580 hours standby battery time. The phone is a WLAN WiFi handset which allows the user to gain access to the Internet via a wireless connection. The user can connect their handset to either a local WLAN or a nearby hotspot to gain Internet connectivity without the use of wires. The user can connect their phone to other devices to transfer files or data using either a Bluetooth® wireless connection or a USB cabled connection. The user can use the Bluetooth® connection to connect their ZN5 to other devices which are up to 10 metres away to gain a wireless connection. The EDGE technology allows the user to experience high speed data transfers when transferring files which are up to three times faster than GPRS technology.

The Motorola ZN5 comes with easy to use & manage call features which include a phone book which holds all the users contact details & contact numbers. The user can enjoy a voice dialling feature which allows the user to make a call using voice activated commands. A hands free speaker call allows the user to experience a call over the phones loud speakers leaving the user totally hands free whilst on a call which means the user is not left holding the phone to their ear. The user can take part in a conference call which allows the user to talk to a small group of callers on one call which is an ideal way to have a meeting style call. The user can stay in contact with friends, family & colleagues using the built in messaging services which are available which include text messaging, instant messaging, multimedia picture messaging & email. The Motorola ZN5 comes with useful day to day features which include a calendar, calculator & a built in clock with an alarm clock function. The user will enjoy this attractive & highly capable mobile phone which comes with easy to use call features & useful entertainment features.

Motorola ZN5 Specifications & Features

Screen
2.4 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
5 Megapixel Camera
Xenon Flash
Auto Focus
Landscape & Portrait Mode
Dedicated Camera Keys
Video Record
Video Player
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging

Sounds
Music Player (MP3, WMA & eAAC+)
FM Radio
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 & AAC Ringtones

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Contacts
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Handsfree Speaker
Conference Call
CrystalTalk™ Technology
Voice Memo
Voice Dialling
Linux OS

Connectivity
Bluetooth® with A2DP
USB
WLAN WiFi
EDGE
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Internet
WAP
XHTML
HTML

Memory & Talk Time
350 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Option up to 4 Gbytes
9.5 Hours Talk Time
580 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
114g
118 x 50.5 x 16 mm

Motorola W230

2008-02-23T19:29:00.000+07:00

The Motorola W230 is a low budget mobile phone which comes in a variety of coloured casings which includes a silver coloured casing, dark grey coloured casing or a vibrant orange coloured casing. The style of the handset is both practical & versatile which comes in a solid bar shaped casing. The W230 comes with smooth edges & has a 1.6 inch colour screen which is a CSTN type screen. The phone comes with an easy to navigate jog wheel & a user friendly keypad. The Motorola W230 focuses mainly on its music & call features which makes this mobile phone the prefect mobile companion. The W230 is a member of the Motorola W range which includes other popular mobile phone such as the Motorola W181, Motorola W220 & the Motorola W375.

The handset weighs 80 grams in total which is lightweight to hold in a single hand & is ideal for carrying in the user's pocket of bag without weighing the user down. The Motorola W230 is 110mm tall by 45mm wide by 14.7mm deep which feels good to hold in the hand. The phone comes with a phonebook search feature & the built in phonebook feature can hold up to five hundred contacts. The user can enjoy many everyday features on this phone which includes a built in calendar, calculator, stop watch & an alarm clock feature which works with the built in radio which allows the user to enjoy a radio alarm clock feature on their W230. The phones built in memory can hold up to five hundred SMS messages & the phone supports memory cards which allow the user to expend their mobile phone's memory up to 2 gigabytes.

The built in CrystalTalk™ technology allows the user to experience high quality sound on the Motorola W230. An integrated radio feature comes complete with a RDS feature which allows the user to view text information provided by the radio station which can be viewed on the CSTN screen whilst the user is listening to the radio feature. A built in music player on the Motorola W230 allows the user to enjoy listening to their favourite music at any time. The user can transfer or download their music which can be stored on the phones expandable memory. The built in music player supports all popular music formats including MP3, MIDI, AMR & iMelody music formats. The user can connect their Motorola W230 to their personal computer or any other compatible devices using a USB connection between devices to transfer files or data. The W230 works on a dual band network which works on GSM 900 & GSM 1800.

The user can communicate with other without makes a call by using the built in messaging services which include a MMS multimedia messaging service, SMS text messaging service, SMS chat service or an EMS enhanced messaging service. The user can create a message using text only input which is known as a SMS text message which can be shared with any contact that has a SMS compatible handset. The phone comes with a WAP Internet browser which is assessable from the phone main menu & allows the user to access the Internet & selection of Internet services on their phone. This practical phone comes with preloaded games which offer the user entertainment on their mobile phone. A rechargeable battery can provide up to 450 hours of standby time or up to 9 hours talk time when fully charged depending on the built in features being used.

Motorola W230 Specifications & Features

Screen
1.6 Inch CSTN 65k Colour Screen (128 x 128 Pixels)

Imaging
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
SMS Chat

Sounds
Music Player (iMelody, MIDI, MP3 & AMR)
FM Radio with RDS
Radio Alarm
Polyphonic Ringtones
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Entertainment
Preloaded Games

Organiser
Phonebook (500 Contacts)
Phonebook Search
Calendar
Radio Alarm Clock
Calculator
Stopwatch

Connectivity
GPRS
USB

Network
Dual Band Technology (GSM 900 & GSM 1800)

Internet
WAP Browser

Memory & Talk Time
500 SMS Message Storage plus MicroSD™ support up to 2 Gbytes
9 Hours Talk Time
450 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
80g
110 x 45 x 14.7 mm

Motorola RAZR2 V9

2008-02-13T19:00:00.000+07:00

The Motorola RAZR2 V9 comes in the form of a sleek & stylish clamshell opening 3G handset. The RAZR2 V9 is a member of the RAZR family which is a popular Motorola family which oozes style & sophistication. The RAZR family includes other mobile handsets including the Motorola RAZR V3, Motorola RAZR V3i, Motorola RAZR V3x, Motorola RAZR V3xx & the Motorola RAZR2 V8. The RAZR2 V9 is a multimedia focused 3G phone which comes in a strong & durable casing. The phone comes in a rich red coloured casing which is made from stainless steel & has an eye catching effect. The 3G clamshell phone comes with dual colour screens which provide the user with two high resolution screens which are viewable both internally & externally. The external screen provides the user with one of the largest external screen in its class which is 2 Inches in size & comes with a screen resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. The external screen provides up to 262k colours on the display & the screen comes complete with touch sensitive music keys. The internal screen is slightly larger measuring 2.2 Inches & comes with the same colours & screen resolution as the crystal clear external screen. The user can enjoy high quality displays of their wallpapers, screensavers, video clips & photos on both of the phones screens.

The overall size of the handset is 103mm high by 53mm wide by 13.3mm deep which is a good size when considering the size of the high colour screens. The 3G phone weighs 125 grams including the battery which is a good weight for a 3G handset & provides a solid & durable feel to the handsets design. The user can store their contact details, messages, photos & much more on the phones built in 45 Mbytes of memory which can be extended up to 2 Gbytes using a MicroSD™ memory card. The 3G HSDPA technology provides the user with a high speed broadband connection when using the Internet. The Motorola RAZR2 V9 comes with EDGE technology which provides high speed transfers which are up to three times faster than GPRS. The user can connect their RAZR2 V9 to a compatible device including a PC, printer or laptop using a USB cable connection or a Bluetooth® wireless connection for wirefree data transfers & downloads. The 3G phone supports Bluetooth® technology with A2DP. The battery provides the user with up to 3.4 hours of GSM talk time or 260 hours of GMS standby time from a fully charged battery. The user can enjoy up to 3 hours of WCDMA talk time or up to 295 hours of WCDMA standby time. The Motorola RAZR2 V9 is a quad band phone which allows the user to enjoy worldwide roaming which is dependant on the network provider.

The RAZR2 V9 comes with an easy to access camera feature which allows the user to capture all this fun moments in an instant with the 2 megapixel camera feature. The camera feature allows the user to capture still colour photos on their 3G mobile phone which can be stored, edited, deleted, printed or sent to others using the phones messaging services. The user can record, play & stream life video footage on to their phone & enjoy the video playback on the large 2.2 Inch colour screen. The RAZR2 V9 is a multimedia focused handset which comes with easy to use & access camera, video & music features. The camera comes with an 8 x digital zoom & a multi shot camera feature. The user will have hours of fun with the photo & camera features. The Motorola RAZR2 V9 comes with a see what I see feature which allows the user to stream live video footage to a compatible wireless contact whilst the user is on a call. The user can stay in contact with family, friends & work colleagues by creating & sending a message from one of the mobile messaging services available on the RAZR2 V9. The phone comes with a multimedia messaging service which allows the user to send a message complete with text & sound with either a photo or video recording. The user can share multimedia messages with any multimedia messaging compatible contact. The user can access messaging service easily which include an instant messaging service, MotoSync™, email & text messaging complete with predictive text input method. The Motorola RAZR2 V9 comes with a built in web browser which allows the user to access HTML Internet sites from their 3G mobile phone. The user can enjoy searching for information, music & games on their mobile Internet browser.

The user can enjoy all their favourite tracks on the integrated music player which comes complete with touch sensitive music controls which are situated below the external 2 Inch colour screen. The user can control their music with ease & play popular music formats including MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WAV, MIDI & XMF. The RAZR2 V9 comes with high quality music features which allow the user to control & manage their music on their mobile device. The phone supports stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology supporting A2DP & AVRCP. The user can add, store, remove & update their ringtones with ease which can be heard in either MP3 or polyphonic sound. The Motorola RAZR2 V9 provides the user with easy to make & manage call features which include a voice recognition dialling feature, handsfree speaker phone, 3G video calls & CrystalTalk™ technology. The CrystalTalk™ technology provides the user with a clear & precise talking volume & clarity wherever the user happens to be as the technology will automatically adjust the phone audio volume to suit the user's surroundings. The handsfree speaker phone provides the user with a handsfree call feature which allows the user to continue working whilst taking a call over the phones loud speaker system. The 3G capabilities of the RAZR2 V9 come to life with the 3G video call feature which allows the user to enjoy a real time video call with any 3G video calling compatible contact. The phones user will enjoy their Motorola RAZR2 V9 to the full & be impressed with its built in capabilities which are just waiting to be enjoyed.

Motorola RAZR2 V9 Specifications & Features

Screen
Internal 2.2 Inch TFT 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)
External 2 Inch QVGA 262k Colour Screen (320 x 240 Pixels)

Imaging
2 Megapixel Camera
8 x Digital Zoom
Multi Shot
Video Record
Video Playback
MPEG4 Video (1 Hour Capture)
Video Streaming
3G Video Calling
See What I See Feature
Theme Display
Picture Screensaver
Picture Wallpaper

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Instant Messaging
Email
MotoSync™
Predictive Text

Sound
Music Player (MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WAV, MIDI & XMF)
Touch Sensitive Dedicated Music Keys
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Stereo Micro USB
Stereo Bluetooth® Wireless Technology with A2DP

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calendar
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Alarm
Vibration Alert
Handsfree Speaker
Voice Memo
Voice Recognition Dialling
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Connectivity
3G HSDPA
Bluetooth® with A2DP
Micro USB
GPRS
EDGE

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)
WCDMA

Internet
WAP 2.0
HTML

Memory & Talk Time
45 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory up to 2 Gbytes
3.4 Hours Talk Time
260 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
125 g
103 x 53 x 13.3 mm

Motorola W181

2008-01-23T19:25:00.000+07:00

The Motorola W181 is a low budget mobile phone which comes complete with practical call & communication features for everyday use. The W181 comes in a solid bar designed handset which gives this handset a solid & robust feel. It comes in a black & silver graduated coloured casing which gives it a subtle & sophisticated look. The handset is lightweight which only weighs 80 grams & its overall measurements are 110mm high by 45mm wide by 15mm deep which make the W181 easy to carry & hold in a single hand. The Motorola W181 is a member of the Motorola W range which includes other handsets such as the Motorola W208, Motorola W230 & the Motorola W377 which all come with different features & capabilities.

The phone comes with an easy to view screen which is a colour screen with a screen resolution of 128 pixels by 128 pixels. The user can view wallpapers & screensavers to suit the users taste on the coloured screen. The screen is ideal for viewing the user's menus including contacts details, SMS text messages & radio information. The Motorola W181 mobile phone supports CrystalTalk™ audio technology which provides clear & high quality sound on this compact phone. A built in phone book feature can hold up to 500 contacts with contact numbers. The phone comes with an integrated calendar feature, calculator, currency converter, alarm clock & stopwatch which are useful for everyday use.

The Motorola W181 comes with an integrated FM radio feature which is a great entertainment feature to have on a low budget mobile phone. The radio provides the user with a music feature on the move which allows the user to tune into their favourite radio station for entertainment. The phone supports polyphonic ringtones & the user can chose a tone to suit their style & a tone which they will hear each time a new call comes in. The user can create, send & receive SMS text messages on their new phone which provides an easy method of communication between compatible SMS text users. The Motorola W181 comes with iTap predictive text which will assist the user when they are typing a text message as each word will be predicted for the user as the user's starts to type each word. The user can store approximately 750 SMS text messages on the phones internal memory.

The W181 comes with a rechargeable battery which when fully charged can provide up to approximately 9.9 hours talk time or up to 465 hours standby time for the user. This mobile phone works on a dual band network which covers two GSM networks. The phone comes with a USB port for connecting the phone to other compatible devices & a headphone port which allows the user to add a headset to their W181. The W181 comes with preinstalled games which will entertain the user when they are at a loose end.

Motorola W181 Specifications & Features

Screen
CSTN 65k Colour Screen (128 x 128 Pixels)

Imaging
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
iTap 6.3 Predictive Text

Sounds
FM Radio
Polyphonic Ringtones
CrystalTalk™ Technology

Entertainment
Preloaded Games

Organiser
Phonebook (500 Contacts)
Calendar
Currency Converter
Alarm Clock
Calculator
Stopwatch

Connectivity
Headphone
USB

Network
Dual Band Technology (GSM 900 & GSM 1800)

Internet
None

Memory & Talk Time
750 SMS Message Storage
9.9 Hours Talk Time
465 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
80g
110 x 45 x 15 mm

Motorola RIZR Z10

2008-01-13T19:03:00.000+07:00

The stunning Motorola RIZR Z10 is the ultimate fashionable 3G Smartphone which comes with highly focused video & media features. The Motorola RIZR Z10 is also known as the Motorola Z10 or the Moto Z10. The RIZR Z10 is from the same family as the Motorola RIZR Z3 & the popular Motorola RIZR Z8 3G Smartphone. The handset comes in a beautiful glossy black coloured casing which has a kick slider opening mechanism which actually tilts the handset to a curved position which feels good for the user when making or receiving a call. The Smartphone weighs a total of one hundred & fifteen grams which provides the user with a sturdy & solid feeling handset which is still light enough to carry in the users pocket or bag. The handset is 16.5mm in depth, 50mm in width & 109mm in height. It comes with a large high colour screen which will display up to sixteen million colours on its beautiful QVGA screen which is over two in size. The screen provides a two hundred & forty by three hundred & twenty screen resolution. The Motorola RIZR Z10 works on a Symbian 9.2 operating system with series 60 version 3.1 software.

This next generation 3G HSDPA Smartphone allows the user to fast Internet services at Broadband type speeds & multitasking capabilities. The built in EGDE technology provides the user with fast data transfers which are up to three times fast than GPRS data transfer rates. The RIZR Z10 comes with a mini USB port which allows the user to connect their new Smartphone to other USB compatible devices using a USB cable to connect the two devices. The user can enjoy connecting to other devices using a wireless connection which is cable & hassle free using the built in Bluetooth® technology to connect the Motorola RIZR Z10 to compatible Bluetooth® devices including a Bluetooth® printer & the user's personal computer. The handset comes with 77 Mbytes of internal memory & the user can add a MicroSD™ memory card to extend the phones memory further. The Smartphone supports a 4 Gbytes MicroSD™ memory card but will be able to support up to a 32 Gbytes memory card when this size memory card becomes available. The Z10 is a quad band network mobile handset which covers four GSM networks with HSDPA.

The integrated 3.2 megapixel camera feature allows the user to enjoy a digital imaging feature on their sleek new phone. The 3.2 megapixel camera comes with an instant launch auto focus feature which allows the user to capture clear & precise shots. The camera comes with a bright xenon flash which allows the user to capture pictures in the darkest environments. An auto save feature will automatically save any pictures captured by the user & save them directly into the media gallery. The camera comes with a dedicated camera keys which allows the user to capture an instant picture in one second. The burst mode feature allows the user to press the capture key once & the burst mode feature captures three shots per second which is extremely fast.

A second camera is discretely position which the user can use when taking part in a 3G video call. A video call can be enjoyed by any 3G compatible mobile phone users & allows the user to view who they are speaking to on their screen whilst the second camera records & sends a video image to the other contact. The video calling feature provides a real feel to any conversation whether it is a business or personal call. The Motorola RIZR Z10 comes with a built in music player which allows the user to enjoy their favourite tunes in either MP3, WMA, AMR, ACC or AAC+ music format. The Smartphone supports Bluetooth® stereo with A2DP which allows the user to enjoy a wireless connection when listening to music via a Bluetooth® compatible headset. The user can enjoy ringing tones in either polyphonic or MP3 ringing tone format.

The RIZR Z10 provides its user with a mobile film studio in their hand as this amazing handset comes with high quality video features. The user can record high quality video at thirty frames per second in MPEG4 format. The user can edit their video recordings & even add music, voice & effects to their video which creates the perfect finish. The user can record video in MPEG4, 3GPP, H263 & H264 video format. The 3G Smartphone allows the user to enjoy instant streaming & downloads via HSDPA at 3.6 Mbytes per second. The user can use their wireless connection to upload their movies to a site or blog of their choice. The user can then display all their movies & creations to their friends & family via the Web

The user can stay in contact with others by using one or all of the messaging services available on the Motorola RIZR Z10. The phone supports a large selection of messaging services which include SMS text messaging, EMS enhanced messaging, MMS multimedia messaging, email & instant messaging. The instant messaging service allows the user to chat to other compatible contacts that are online at the same time as the user. The instant messaging service works like an online chat between contacts that are online at the same time. A mobile email service allows the user to send & receive emails directly on to their new Smartphone. The MMS service allows the user to share their pictures & video clips with other compatible MMS contacts as the MMS service is a picture messaging service. The built in WAP browser allows the user to access the Web to search for information & services. A full charged battery can provide the user with up to five hours of talk time, up to three & a half hours of video playback time, twelve hours of music playback time or approximately three hundred & eighty hours of standby time.

Motorola RIZR Z10 Specifications & Features

Screen
2.2 Inch QVGA 16 Million Colour Screen (240 x 320 Pixels)

Imaging
3.2 Megapixel Camera
Auto Focus
Xenon Flash
Auto Save
Burst Mode
Dedicated Camera Keys
Video Record
Video Player (3GPP, H263, H264 & MPEG4)
Video Editing
Video with Sound
Video Streaming
Second Camera
Video Calling
Wallpapers
Screensaver

Messaging
SMS (Text Messaging)
EMS (Enhanced Messaging)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging)
Email
Instant Messaging
Predictive Text

Sound
Music Player (MP3, WMA, AMR, ACC & AAC+)
Polyphonic Ringtones
MP3 Ringtones
Bluetooth® Stereo A2DP
Voice Memo

Entertainment
Embedded Games
Downloadable Games

Organiser
Phonebook
Calculator
Converter
Clock
Alarm Clock
Handsfree Speaker
Conference Call
Symbian OS 9.2 Series 60 Version 3.1

Connectivity
3G HSDPA
EDGE
Bluetooth® with A2DP
Mini USB
GPRS

Network
Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)
HSDPA

Internet
WAP
XHTML

Memory & Talk Time
77 Mbytes Memory plus MicroSD™ Memory Card Support up to 4 Gbytes
5 Hours Talk Time
380 Hours Standby

Weight & Size
115g
109 x 50 x 16.5 mm