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 280496 other Cell Phones reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 79/100 = Good.
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No Rating
pdastreet.com
Review Summary: Unfortunately, it doesn't fulfill our entire Sidekick wish list. Still missing are Wi-Fi and 3G support. Those are long overdue, so we hope they'll be added for the next version. And GPS should really be here, too, since the users are going to want to use
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No Rating
smartphonetoday.com
Review Summary: This Sidekick is a much-needed addition to the line, but we'd love to see more advanced features next time around
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phonearena.com
Review Summary: So, apart from its smaller size, changeable shells, Danger OS version 4.7, and a slight bump from a 1.3MP to 2.0MP camera, we really do not see any reason to get this over the LX apart from having a newer phone. Sure it has the few features that are missi
Manufacturer: Sharp
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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