T-Mobile G1 (black)
Though we're not in love with the design and would have liked some additional features, the real beauty of the T-Mobile G1 is the Google Android platform, as it has the potential to make smartphones more personal and powerful. That said, it's not quite there yet, so for now, the G1 is best suited for early adopters and gadget hounds, rather than consumers and business users.
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Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: The T-Mobile G1 features a full QWERTY keyboard, 3G support, Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth. The Google Android operating system offers good integration with Google applications as well as access to the Amazon MP3 Store and YouTube. As more applications become available, the G1 will also become a more powerful smartphone for all types of users.
The Bad: The G1 doesn't include a standard heaphone jack and lacks Microsoft Exchange support. There are some annoying design quirks that make the smartphone uncomfortable to hold and difficult to use. You can't save downloaded applications to a memory card. Speakerphone quality wasn't the greatest.
The Bottom Line: Though we're not in love with the design and would have liked some additional features, the real beauty of the T-Mobile G1 is the Google Android platform, as it has the potential to make smartphones more personal and powerful. That said, it's not quite there yet, so for now, the G1 is best suited for early adopters and gadget hounds, rather than consumers and business users.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 1615 reviews of HTC G1 with Google (Google Phone) from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 73/100 and users 77/100. Comparing these reviews to 835263 other Cell Phones & Smartphones reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 80/100 = Very Good.
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geardiary.com
Review Summary: After using the G1 for about three months, I came to one conclusion. The battery life just sucks. You can't get through a day with light use and if you are a heavy user, like myself, you will need to charge before you even get halfway through a day. ...
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associatedcontent.com
Review Summary: Neo-Fight gives detailed tech product reviews for the not so geeky. This video will focus on the T-Mobile G1 Android Phone .
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electricpig.co.uk
Review Summary: Much fuss was made about the T-Mobile G1 on its release, not least because it was the first mobile phone to be unveiled using the fabled Google OS Android. And, like a good meatball sandwich that's overflowing with sauce, it doesn't disappoint.
The Verdict: The Androids are coming! The G1 is the first mobile to sport Google's OS, and it does a pretty good job. Subsequent
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techsmart.co.za
Review Summary: One of the first two Android devices released here in SA, the Dream makes its debut on the MTN network. One of the main things about this device is the way it integrates with Google's services.
The Verdict: That’s not to say we didn’t enjoy the Dream. The operating system worked well and integration with Google’s application was top notch. The browser was awesome, and this goes double for the QWERTY keyboard. Unfortunately the Dream is let down by bad...
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mobilesyrup.com
Review Summary: While we sit back and enjoy our Canadian holiday today we took some time and gathered a selection of video reviews for the upcoming June 2nd launch of the Rogers Android devices, the HTC Dream and HTC Magic. Both of these devices have a 3.2 inch LCD...
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geek.com
Review Summary: T-Mobile USA has just sent word that its T-Mobile G1 customers will be receiving version 1.5 of Android (Cupcake) beginning next week. According to the company, the roll-out of the new OS will start at the end of next week and wrap up by the end of...
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letsgomobile.org
Review Summary: Google software is something that has been eagerly anticipated by many. For the first time in the history of mobile telephony, the operating system has become more important than the actual handset itself. T-Mobile's G1 is the first mobile phone that...
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tracyandmatt.co.uk
Review Summary: I don't like the phone design itself, as I have said, I really like the uniqueness of the OS, given time, with even more development of the programs and the addition of this system on a better looking and more useable phone this will be a great move...
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gsmarena.com
Review Summary: The T-Mobile G1 is the Googlephone. Did we really need to say that? Well, there's more Google in this story than there is phone, so we guess we did. We've got a new contender on the race track but we're talking no rookie here...
The Verdict: if you prefer. The first impression sure is important. So, there we go
Price Range: $159.99 - $159.99
- HTC
- 8977627
General
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Product TypeSmartphone (Android OS)
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Form FactorSlider - Full keyboard, Touch screen
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Integrated ComponentsVoice recorder, GPS receiver, Digital camera, Digital player
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Width2.2 in
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Depth0.7 in
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Height4.6 in
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Weight5.6 oz
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Body ColorBlack
Cellular
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TechnologyWCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
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BandWCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900
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Mobile Broadband Generation3G
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Service ProviderT-Mobile
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Operating SystemGoogle Android
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Input Device(s)Touch sensitive screen, QWERTY keyboard
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Phone Navigation ButtonsTrackball
Messaging & Internet
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Cellular Messaging ServicesSMS, MMS
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Supported Email ProtocolsPOP3, IMAP4
Communications
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Data TransmissionHSUPA, HSDPA, GPRS, EDGE
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Wireless InterfaceIEEE 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
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Communication FeaturesInternet browser, Mobile Email client
Phone Features
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Phone FunctionsCall timer, Conference call, Speakerphone, Vibrating alert
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Polyphonic RingerYes
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Polyphonic Ring Tone Voice Qty40
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Additional FeaturesIntegrated digital compass, Built-in motion sensor
Media Player
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Supported Digital Audio StandardsMP3, WMA, MIDI, AAC, AAC +, AMR, WAV
Processor
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TypeQUALCOMM MSM7201A
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Clock Speed528 MHz
Memory
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RAM192 MB
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ROM256 MB
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Supported Flash Memory CardsmicroSD
Digital Camera
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Sensor Resolution3.2 megapixels
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Focus AdjustmentAutomatic
Navigation System
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GPS NavigationGPS receiver
Display
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TypeLCD display
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TechnologyTFT
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Diagonal Size3.2 in
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Display Resolution320 x 480 pixels
Connections
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Connector TypeData port - 11 pin HTC ExtUSB
Battery
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TechnologyLithium ion
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Capacity1150 mAh
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Run Time DetailsTalk - up to 406 min, Standby - up to 402 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesPower adapter , Power adapter
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Folks... let's stop buing these sh*t-quality toys. Let's show m.f . that we are demanding customers.
kris-Toronto
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