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Motorola Rambler review

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7/10
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The Motorola Rambler currently has an Informr score of 7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 1 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

Motorola has twice come back from oblivion in the world of cell phone prominence. First with the sleek and sexy Razr line, that redefined the flip forever, and more recently by teaming up with Android to create its powerhouse line of Droid smartphones. But with so much attention to all that is high-tech and current, Motorola keeps one proverbial foot firmly and respectfully planted in the more modest handset demographic.

And that brings us to the Motorola Rambler, a CDMA clamshell that effectively manages to put a thoughtful full QWERTY keypad where a much more traditional alphanumeric keypad has generally been. Captain Kirk would be blown away.

The QWERTY keypad offers color-coded keys which, as any heavy texter will tell you, is a much appreciated touch. The navigation array that sits just atop the QWERTY is familiar and also spacious. Add a camera, stereo Bluetooth, GPS and a speakerphone and, Damn it Watson, I think we have something here.

What I appreciate about the Motorola Rambler is that it's a clean example of just how fragmented phone categories have become. Where there used to be just basic phones or smartphones, manufacturers like Motorola have found ways to build devices that are focused like a laser on certain demographics.

In the case of the Rambler, you have the convenience and ease of a flip, but with a fully capable keyboard for punishing texting.

Add a talk time of up to five hours and a standby time of up to 480 hours and the Rambler is a fine choice for texters who like the clamshell form factor.


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...


CNET
CNET

Almost a year after Boost Mobile introduced its first-ever messaging phone, the Motorola Clutch i465, it's ready to welcome yet another Motorola messenger into its stable. The aptly named Motorola Rambler houses a QWERTY keyboard in a compact clamshell. Though we have questions as to the phone's...

- Nicole Lee , CNET


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


If your Rambler 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 Rambler'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. No external card slot is available for expansion.

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 Rambler Specs

Overview
Release Date August 2, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage No
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.29 W/kg
Body: 0.64 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT
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
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot No
Expansion Slot Info
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Zoom
4x digital
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
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 2.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 950 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
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] 9.4 x 5.7 x 1.8 cm (3.7 x 2.2 x 0.7 in)
Weight 108 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 Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, MSN, 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
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
PC Synchronization: No
Java Application: Yes
Video Playback Formats: Unknown
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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