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Motorola Bali review

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The Motorola Bali currently has an Informr score of 6.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Motorola Bali is a basic CDMA flip that offers a 1.3MP camera, MP3 player, speakerphone, GPS, and email and browser support. It also offers expandable memory via microSD support.

On paper this may sound like just another basic clamshell, but what makes the Bali pop is how darn sleek it is. When closed, the Bali features an external display with dedicated music keys arranged neatly just below. Open the Bali and you will find a Ginormous alphanumeric keypad. If you mistype on this keypad you are unconscious.

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Talk time is rated at up to five hours and standby time is rated at up to 480 hours. But hey, if you don't use this phone for 480 hours, something is very wrong.

Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.2"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
950 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

PC Magazine
PC Magazine

The Motorola Bali is a very good voice phone, but a weak multimedia feature set means there are as-good or better choices on Boost Mobile.

- Alex Colon, PC Magazine
CNET
CNET

The latest Motorola handset to join the Boost Mobile family is the Motorola Bali, which is not unlike most other Motorola phones with its design. In fact, its thin profile and flat controls remind us a lot of a certain other famous Motorola handset: the Razr. That puts the Bali squarely in the o...

- Nicole Lee , CNET

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Motorola backs up the Bali with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Bali has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Motorola support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Motorola's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
2.2"

The Motorola Bali's screen size is 2.2 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
1+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 1+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD (up to 4 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
950mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 950 mAh battery. Motorola's performance ratings are 20 days standby time, 300 minutes.

Motorola Bali Specs

Overview
Release Date August 2, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.8 W/kg
Body: 1.21 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 4 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 1+ Megapixels
Zoom
 4x digital
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Self-timer
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (STN)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.2 inches
Secondary Display
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 950 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 300 minutes
Standby Time Up to 20 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Flip
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.7 x 4.6 x 1.5 cm (3.8 x 1.8 x 0.6 in)
Weight 74 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Yahoo, Windows Live
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: iTAP
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
External Media Playback Controls: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 1000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, SMTP
PC Synchronization: No
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Video Playback Formats: Unknown
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Yes
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Motorola WX415
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