powerful phone
Written: Jun 19 '04 (Updated Jun 23 '04)
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Pros: pda power without excessive geekiness
Cons: no camera or mp3
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| crippie's Full Review: Motorola A388 |
I got the color version (A388C) from the local chinese stores (imported from hongkong). It's a great phone, but how does it compare to Sony P800?
The screen on A388C has pretty low resolution. Especially when I use the virtual keyboard to edit notes, I can only see about 8 words of what I'm writing. P800 has a slightly larger screen and much higher res.
A388 is bundled only with the basic functionalities such as messaging, browser, and phone book. (Sync is done with Starfish.) One can install Java programs, but there is really no Java program available. In contrast, you can even find MSOffice programs for the Symbian OS.
Also, A388 is not configurable. You won't find personalized menu shortcuts or downloadable ringtones. You adapt to it.
On the plus side, the phone is very robust. OS never crashes. The battery easily lasts 3 days with moderate talking.
In some areas where Sony has no reception, A388 can still get calls. The sound quality would be crappy of course, but I can setup the 'busy' button to forward the call to a local phone.
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Amount Paid (US$): 50
Recommended for: Professionals On-the-Go - Internet and Email is a Must!
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