Verizon Wireless SMT 5800
April 16, 2008
The Verizon Wireless SMT 5800 looks like an ordinary smartphone at first glance. However, unveil the QWERTY keyboard which slides out from downunder and you will realize how smart-looking it really is.
The Verizon Wireless SMT 5800 is powered by Windows Mobile 6. The QWERTY keyboard allows you to send your emails while on the go. The keypad is however too small and uncomfortable for long-term useage. The phone also does not carry instant messaging applications which is too bad considering that it is supposed to be a communicator smartphone. Heavy internet users will also rue the fact that it does not have streaming video capability.
It is very handy considering its size and weight of 119 grams. This is good news for those who just put their cellphones in their pockets. It is a bit thick though at 0.7 inches so you might want to rethink.
The default settings of the phone is however annoying as the manufacturers presumed ertain preferences that should have been left to the individual users. Take for example the lockout setting after the user has not used the cellphone for 30 seconds. If you do not tinker with your settings the first time you get this phone then you might wonder if you just got a bad deal when you start using it and it suddenly locks out.
The phone has a 2.4 inch display screen and a camera launch button on the right side for easy camera operation. The 2.0 megapixel camera resolution does not however translate well when the photos are printed. The mini-USB port at the bottom part is also an added feature you might consider. There is a microSG card that provides users an option to get an 8GB card for extra storage.
This may be a smartphone but considering its features, or even the lack of it, it may not be too smart to purchase the phone unless you can live with it.
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