SK2 vs. MDA

SK2
CNET editors' review Editors' rating
Very good: 7.6 out of 10
Reviewed by:
Ben Patterson

Review date: 8/3/04
Release date: 8/4/04
Average user rating: 7.6
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The good: Built-in VGA camera with flash; world phone; speakerphone; great keyboard; convenient e-mail and IM functionality; relatively speedy Web browsing; 32MB RAM.

The bad: Bulky and heavy; no corporate e-mail access; no Bluetooth or infrared port; limited customization options.

The bottom line: T-Mobile's Sidekick II adds a built-in camera to its stellar e-mail, surfing, and IM abilities, but some annoying flaws remain.

Prices: $89 to $399 with data service including rebates (Free with voice and data plan)

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MDA
CNET editors' review Editors' rating
Good: 6.7 out of 10
Reviewed by:
Ben Patterson

Review date: 2/17/06
Release date: 2/20/06
Average user rating: 8.4
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The good: The T-Mobile MDA is fully stocked with a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and EDGE support. It also has a 1.3-megapixel camera, Windows Mobile 5, and a Mini SD expansion slot.

The bad: Unfortunately, the T-Mobile MDA's keypad suffers from poor backlighting and lacks dedicated numeric keys. The MDA's camera also produces so-so images, and the phone doesn't ship with a Mini SD card.

The bottom line: Hobbled by a poorly designed QWERTY keypad and sometimes sluggish performance, the Wi-Fi and EDGE-enabled T-Mobile MDA makes for an enticing but ultimately mediocre addition to T-Mobile's smart-phone lineup.

Price: $399 with $50 rebates

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GalaxyAngel said:

Mookie pay attention.. (I lurv yer avatar) "pay attention" lol

Interesting info....
wha.. about info the blackberry 7290 (brand new) or treo ?

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CNET editors' review Editors' rating
Very good 7.0 out of 10
Reviewed by:
William O'Neal

Review date: 9/8/05

Average user rating: 7.4
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The good: The RIM BlackBerry 7290 for Cingular Wireless boasts a color display, Bluetooth, an easy-to-use interface, and extensive e-mail support. The world phone is also compact.

The bad: We didn't like the dim screen or the lack of a speakerphone and expandable memory on the BlackBerry 7290.

The bottom line: Sleek and simple, the RIM BlackBerry 7290 is a great option for on-the-go types.

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CNET editors' review Editors' rating
Very good: 7.3 out of 10
Reviewed by:
Bonnie Cha

Review date: 1/24/06
Update date: 1/24/06

Average user rating: 6.4
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The good: The Treo 700w runs Windows Mobile 5 and sports the same great, compact form factor of the Treo 650. This smart phone also comes with Bluetooth, a 1.3-megapixel camera, and EV-DO support.

The bad: Unfortunately, the Treo 700w doesn't include integrated Wi-Fi and has a somewhat poor 240x240-pixel resolution.

The bottom line: The Palm Treo 700w brings Windows Mobile and a number of useful features, such as push e-mail and photo speed dial, to the much-beloved smart phone, but its heft and its washed-out screen has us giving the edge to the Treo 650.

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Mookie said:

Here is Consumer Report from CNET.

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Neo said:

Picture of sidekick is verison 1 Not two.

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Basic Information
Talk time: 300 minutes
Standby time: 200 hours
Size: 5.2H x 2.32W x 0.93D inches
Weight: 6.5 oz

Basic Features

Dual Band (800MHz CDMA/1900MHz PCS)
1xEVDO/1xRTT
Microsoft Windows Mobile™ 5.0
Wireless Sync
MiniSD Card expansion slot
Connect with Bluetooth (using certain profiles)*
Side-Out QWERTY Keyboard
1.3 Megapixel Camera/Camcorder
Windows Media Player 10
Speakerphone
TTY Compatible
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3
For details on Hearing Aid Compatibility, select this link
Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC reported SAR 0.0987 at ear, 1.098 on body. Actual SAR may vary.

*The XV6700 supports the Wireless Headset and Handsfree Bluetooth Profiles. It does not support object transfer (OBEX) profiles. Accessories sold separately. See Bluetooth for details.


Supported or Optional Features
Bluetooth
BroadbandAccess
Picture Messaging
Video Messaging
QWERTY Keyboard
Removable Memory
Speakerphone
Email
NationalAccess

Cost:$399.99
2-year contract

$449.99
1-year contract

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CNET editors' review Editors' rating
Very good: 7.0 out of 10
Reviewed by:
Rick Broida

Review date: 11/15/05

Average user rating: 7.6
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The good: The Sprint PPC-6700 features a spacious QWERTY keyboard, three forms of wireless (EV-DO, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth), and the latest OS, Windows Mobile 5.

The bad: The bricklike Sprint PPC-6700 has some downfalls, including a nonstandard memory slot, no voice dialing, and somewhat sluggish performance. The LCD is also impossible to read outdoors, and it's easy to press the side buttons accidentally.

The bottom line: Although far from perfect, the Sprint PPC-6700 is definitely smarter than most smart phones and almost good enough to earn the title of Treo killer.

Cost: $599.99 - $150 Instant Saving = $449.99

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Neo said:

First. CHECK your coverage which good enough for ur area.

Verizon is best coverage than all network.

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Neo said:

First. CHECK your coverage which good enough for ur area.

Verizon is best coverage than all network.

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TrippLA said:

That's not work in outter of suburb ring and rural area.

I'm fucking hate Verzion and Sprint. Cingulair does okay.

Tmobile is BEST.

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Mookie said:

Of course, Neo

Since you are the nerdo, which wireless product would you recommand?

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Neo said:

Make up a story? huh?

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Neo said:

What's your zip code? If u dont feel want to post here then PM me if you can.

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TrippLA said:

I can careless about it but Verzion don't shows off-Network Roaming but T-Mobile would be work on International (including Canada, Mexico, Hong Kong, Tokyo and many largest cities in the worldwide). T-Mobile does work so well in outter ring of suburb and rural area. Rest of other service (like Verzion and Sprint won't work on international execpt for some part of Mexico and Canada. I visited Mexico so often and no problem with me.

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TrippLA said:

Neo, ur coverage map of Tmobile is old...

Tmobile had been updated... LOOK

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