T-Mobile MDA Vario IV
The T-Mobile MDA Vario IV is a Windows Mobile smartphone with a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, designed for business and productivity use. Below are its key specifications and a summary of customer reviews.
Specifications:
- Operating System: Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
- Processor: Qualcomm MSM7201A, 528 MHz
- Display: 2.8-inch TFT resistive touchscreen, 640 x 480 (VGA) resolution
- Keyboard: Slide-out QWERTY
- Memory: 256 MB RAM, 512 MB ROM (expandable via microSD)
- Camera: 3.15 MP rear camera (no front camera)
- Connectivity: 3G (HSDPA), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0, GPS
- Battery: 1500 mAh removable
- Dimensions: 110 x 58 x 18.5 mm
- Weight: 168 g
Summary of Customer Reviews:
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Pros:
- Solid build quality with a comfortable keyboard for typing.
- Bright, sharp VGA display for its time.
- Good battery life under moderate use.
- Reliable GPS and 3G connectivity.
- Expandable storage via microSD.
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Cons:
- Windows Mobile 6.1 feels outdated compared to modern OS.
- Resistive touchscreen requires pressure, less responsive than capacitive screens.
- Processor is slow for multitasking.
- Camera quality is mediocre.
- Bulky and heavy compared to newer smartphones.
Overall, the MDA Vario IV was praised for its productivity features but criticized for its aging OS and hardware limitations.