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Motorola Spice review

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3.8/10
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The Motorola Spice currently has an Informr score of 3.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 7 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Motorola Spice is a well-built touch screen vertical slider offering the user a choice of input options. When closed, the Motorola Spice presents an interactive capacitive touch screen complete with customization options allowing for personalization and the ability to get to your favorite apps with a single click.

Slide the Spice open and you have a full QWERTY keyboard, complete with thoughtful, contoured keys, for folks who enjoy a more organic typing experience.

Motorola has taken a decidedly different turn in the shape of the Spice, curving edges to build a more friendly-looking device than the now omnipotent "black rectangles" that have become so popular.

Powering the Spice is Android's 2.1 OS, and the phone ships with a fine collection of standard and mid-range features including Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi, GPS and a capable 3MP camera with video record capabilities.

The 3-inch display produces 320 x 480 pixel resolution, rendering crisp text and good quality photos. Add an FM radio, YouTube player, full internet browser and built-in online support for both Facebook and Twitter, and you have not just a phone but a social butterfly waiting to connect with new friends.

If your current phone is starting to bore you, you may want to add a little, dare I say, Motorola Spice to your next upgrade.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
528 MHz
Processor
Processor
528 MHz
3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1170 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

Overall, the Motorola Spice is a nice addition to Mobilicity’s line-up of devices, and increases their Android offerings, which has become increasingly popular over the past year. The Spice parallels the form factor of other popular devices such as the Blackberry Torch, and Palm Pre 2, at...

- Joseph Rizzuto, Mobile Syrup


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We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Motorola Spice user manual here.


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


If your Spice 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
3"

The Motorola Spice's screen size is 3 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
528 MHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM7225 528 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
100 MB

Internal memory is 100 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1170mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1170 mAh battery. Motorola's performance ratings are 9.5 days standby time.

Motorola Spice Specs

Overview
Release Date November 28, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm MSM7225 528 MHz
Internal Storage 100 MB
RAM 256 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.32 W/kg
Body: 1.11 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
HSDPA 3.6
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
5x digital
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Effects, White balance
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
VGA (640 x 480 pixels), 25 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1170 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 9.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.7 x 6.1 x 1.9 cm (3.8 x 2.4 x 0.7 in)
Weight 145 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, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM, Yahoo, Google Talk
ROM: 512MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: OTA
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Motorola XT300
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