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Motorola Q review

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Motorola Q
Motorola Q
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6.4/10
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The Motorola Q currently has an Informr score of 6.4 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 373 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Windows Mobile
Operating system
Operating system
Windows Mobile
312 MHz
Processor
Processor
312 MHz
2.4"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.4"
1+ MP
Camera
Camera
1+ MP
1130 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


WirelessInfo
WirelessInfo

Motorola has been best known in the cell phone market over the past few years for their Razr range of thin, lightweight phones. With the Q (priced at $299 from Verizon and $99 from Sprint with a two-year contract.), they are looking to break into a new space; the smart phone market, where users look...

- Richard Baguley, WirelessInfo
PCWorld
PCWorld

This slim, stylish Windows Mobile smart phone is inexpensive, but it needs extra cost software to edit Office documents.

- Melissa J. Perenson, PCWorld
Ubergizmo
Ubergizmo

With its design, the Motorla Q has earned it the "BlackBerry Killer" nickname. It has the three "S" of the perfect gadget: Slim, Sexy, and Smart. Text can be entered at full speed, thanks to the QWERTY keyboard, and displayed on a nice QVGA display. The inside is nice too: the phone is a 3G CDMA han...

- Hubert Nguyen, Ubergizmo


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


If your Q 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
2.4"

The Motorola Q's screen size is 2.4 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
312 MHz

There is a Intel XScale (ARM920T PXA27x) 312 MHz 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
64 MB

Internal memory is 64 MB. An external, MiniSD expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1130mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1130 mAh battery. Motorola's performance ratings are 8 days standby time.

Motorola Q Specs

Overview
Release Date June 19, 2006
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Intel XScale (ARM920T PXA27x) 312 MHz
Internal Storage 64 MB
RAM 64 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.11 W/kg
Body: 1.47 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Carrying case, Data Cable, Extended Battery, Manual, Software CD, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. 0
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared Yes
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MiniSD
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Zoom
6x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Brightness control, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
QCIF (176 x 144 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.4 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1130 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 8 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Unknown
Colors Silver
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.6 x 6.4 x 1.2 cm (4.6 x 2.5 x 0.5 in)
Weight 115 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control No
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, MSN
ROM: 128MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: No
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange, GoodLink, Visto
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Games: Yes
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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