Reviews of the T-Mobile Sidekick (Color)
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CNET Review
The Good: Large color screen; 32MB of memory; nice keyboard; real-time e-mail and instant messaging; GPRS support; Web browser; support for over-the-air updates and downloads.
The Bad: Somewhat bulky; lacks speakerphone; phone implementation could be better; no memory-expansion slot; no syncing with Outlook.
The Bottom Line: While it has flaws, the impressive new-generation Sidekick is a marked improvement over the original.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 74/100 and users 76/100. Comparing these reviews to 252193 other Cell Phones reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 74/100 = Good.
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No Rating
mobileburn.com
Review Summary: I took T-Mobile's Sidekick out for an extended run around the block that ended up in Cannes, France for the 3GSM show there. Luckily, I fared better with it than did the lovely Paris Hilton and her famous friends.
Manufacturer: Sharp Electronics Corp.
Part number: 610214609243
General
- Multi-use / PDA phone on
- Built-in devices Wireless phone
- Cellular technology GSM
- Band / mode GSM 1900
- Weight 6.3 oz
- Wireless Interface Infrared (IrDA)
- Color Silver
- Standby time Up to 60 h
- Bluetooth enabled no
- Included accessories Carrying case, Hand strap, Hands-free headset
Memory
- Phone Book Capacity 2000 names & numbers
- Missed Calls Memory 10
- Dialed Calls Memory 10
- Received Calls Memory 10
Phone
- Call features Caller ID, Conference Calling, Call Waiting, Call hold, Emergency calls, Call forwarding
- Service provider T-Mobile
- Vibrating Alert Yes
- Polyphonic Ringer Yes
- Alarm Clock Yes
- Calendar Yes
- Additional Features Picture phonebook, Photo album
PDA Features
- OS provided Hiptop OS
- Flash memory installed 4 MB
- Flash memory form factor Integrated
- Processor Type ARM7
- Synchronization With PC Yes
Messaging / Data Services
- Voice Mail Capability Yes
- Short Messaging Service (SMS) Yes
- Internet Browser Yes
- GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) Yes
- Mobile Email Yes
- Supported Email Protocols POP3
- Messaging Services AOL E-Mail, AOL Instant Messenger Service (AIM)
Digital Player / Recorder
- Digital player/recorder type None
Display
- Display Type LCD display
- Display technology TFT
- Display Resolution 240 x 160 pixels
- Color Support Color
- Color Depth 16-bit (65000 colors)
- Display Indicators Alarm clock indicator, Digital clock, GPRS indicator, Battery meter, Signal strength, IR port indicator, Voice message waiting
Power
- Battery installed Lithium ion
- Talk time Up to 210 min
- Audible Battery Alert Yes
Security Features
- Keypad Lock Yes
- SIM Card Lock Yes
Cellular
- Call Divert Yes
- Call Barring Yes
- Call Hold Yes
- Call Timer Yes
- Caller ID Yes
- Call Waiting Yes
- Volume Control Yes
- Ringer Control Yes
- Computer Link Yes (cable / IrDA)
- Phone Navigation Buttons Wheel
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.6 in
- Depth 1.1 in
- Height 4.6 in
- Antenna Integrated
Warranty
- Service & support type 1 year warranty
- Service / Support 1 year Limited warranty
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