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Motorola Hint QA30 review

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5.7/10
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The Motorola Hint QA30 currently has an Informr score of 5.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 22 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.5"
2+ MP
Camera
Camera
2+ MP
940 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


MobileBurn
MobileBurn

Once you open it up, however, the nicely laid out 4 row QWERTY keyboard takes the center stage. The keys are a bit stiff, perhaps, but it is very usable. The 2.5-inch QVGA resolution display is more than adequate for the job at hand, but Motorola's user interface does fall a bit short at times, lack...

- Michael Oryl, MobileBurn
PC Magazine
PC Magazine

The Motorola Hint is the best choice for MetroPCS and Cricket texters who want to listen to music and watch videos on their phones—provided they don't make a lot of calls.

- Sascha Segan, PC Magazine


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Motorola backs up the Hint QA30 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Hint QA30 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
2.5"

The Motorola Hint QA30's screen size is 2.5 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
140 MB

Internal memory is 140 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 8 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
940mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 940 mAh battery. Motorola's performance ratings are 15 days standby time.

Hint QA30 Specs

Overview
Release Date November 25, 2008
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 140 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.08 W/kg
Body: 0.81 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, 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 No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 8 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
2+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Brightness control, Multi-shot, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Parameters
QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), up to 0 minutes
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.5 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 940 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 15 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 8.2 x 6.2 x 1.7 cm (3.2 x 2.4 x 0.7 in)
Weight 120 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: iTAP
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 700
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: 4 numbers
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: Unknown
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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