If you take the sexy Motorola KRZR and put it through cell phone boot camp you end up with the Motorola W385; similar in design to the KRZR but more durable and less flashy.
While the dual band CDMA W385 shares a similar frame with the KRZR, the exterior is black and rubberized, making it easy to hold and adding a layer of durability. The feature set, too, has taken a step down from its sexier counterpart. The external vertical monochrome display offers the time, date, battery strength and caller ID, but the 96x32 pixel resolution may cause you to squint. The internal 1.8” 160x128 pixel resolution screen supports 65K colors. Though a decent screen, it is not of the same quality as it’s sexy cousin.
Inside you will find a keypad also similar to the KRZR but shiny metal has been replaced with the same rubbery material used on the exterior, again a durable feel that makes for confident typing. The navigation array is clear and well placed, just above the number keys, and consists of a circular frame with four touch points and an okay button in the middle.
With the W385 you can call, text, send multimedia messages, enjoy two email accounts and use the WAP 2.0 browser to surf the web. The feature set includes Bluetooth 2.0, a speakerphone, a 1,000 contact phone book and the ever present collection of stocking stuffer features: alarm clock, world clock and notepad.
The W385 should appeal to people who want a durable phone with good call quality that still looks good and offers some extras.
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Common Questions
We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Motorola W385 user manual here.
Motorola backs up the W385 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your W385 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.
Resources
Manuals / User Guides
- Motorola W385 Manual (PDF)
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