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G1 by T-Mobile

Posted by Joe on January 9, 2009

Where to buy:

$179.99 w/new T-Mobile contract

$339.98 w/T-Mobile contract extension

Description:

T-Mobile G1 w/ Google Bronze

The T-Mobile G1 with Google is an innovative PDA device manufactured by HTC that features the new Android operating system, a big touchscreen, a 3.2-MP camera, a slide-out QWERTY keyboard and WiFi support; some say it represents the next generation of mobile devices. It offers one-touch access to Google, Gmail, YouTube, Maps, Calendar and Google Talk, all of which work best when the G1 is used within T-Mobile’s 3G coverage area. We think this is a real winner.

Highlights

  • Combination Touchscreen, Trackball and Slide-Out QWERTY Keyboard For Ultimate Usability
  • Android Operating System Provides Easy Access To Google Applications and More
  • 3.2 Megapixel Auto-Focus Camera/Camcorder Perfect For Stills And Video
  • Music Player Supports MP3, WMA and Other Popular Music File Formats
  • Big, Beautiful LCD Display Supported By Accelerometer To Maintain Viewability
  • Supports WiFi Connectivity For Web Access

What’s In The Box With The Phone

  • Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, USB Cable, 1 GB MicroSD Card, Stereo Hands-free Headset

Advanced Features

  • Digital Camera – Yes, 3.2 Megapixel, Auto-Focus
  • Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, T-Mobile and Google Applications Can Stream Video or Music Directly to Device
  • MP3 Player – Yes, Media Player Lets You Playback MP3 Playlists, Load Music Via USB Or MicroSD Card
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v1.5 Handsfree, Headset and Version 2.0+EDR Profiles Supported
  • GPS Services Support – Yes, A-GPS, Supports Google Maps with Street View
  • QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Slide Out QWERTY Keyboard

Messaging Features

  • Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Video Messages With T-Mobile Messaging Feature
  • Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Send Text Messages To Individuals Or Groups With T-Mobile Messaging Feature
  • Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, With T-Mobile Messaging Feature
  • HTML Web Browsing – Yes, Google Android (Based on WebKit) Supports Full HTML Browsing
  • Email Client – Yes, Supports POP3 and IMAP Protocols

Personalization and Fun Features

  • Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, 40 Chords, Plus Downloadable
  • Custom Ringtones – Yes
  • MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Supports MP3, M4A, AMR, WMA, MIDI, WAV and OGG Vorbis Formats, Does Not Support DRM
  • Ringer Profiles – Yes
  • Picture Caller ID – Yes
  • Multiple Languages – Yes
  • Games – Yes, Downloadable
  • Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

  • Color Main Display – 3.2″ LCD (Color TFT/TFD), 320 x 480 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors
  • Touch Screen – Yes
  • Speakerphone – Yes
  • Voice-activated Dialing – Yes, Record Voice Tags For Phone Book Entries
  • To-Do List – Yes
  • Color – Bronze
  • Voice Memo – Yes
  • Style – PDA
  • Alarm – Yes
  • Calculator – Yes
  • Calendar – Yes, Google Calendar Available Over-the-air
  • Mini-USB Port – Yes, With USB Cable Included
  • Vibrate – Yes
  • Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Including Email and Instant Messenger Addresses
  • PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

  • Battery Type – Li Ion
  • Talk Time – Up to 300 Minutes
  • Standby Time – Up to 120 Hours

Technical Specifications

  • Application Platform – Java
  • Platform / Operating System – Google Android With 528 MHz Qualcomm MSM7201A Processor
  • Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 1700, 2100
  • Ringtone Types Supported – AAC, AAC+, AMR-NB, MP3, WMA, WMV Formats
  • Data Download Speed – HSDPA (Up to 7.2 Mbps), EDGE (Up to 120 Kbps), WiFi b/g (Up to 24 Mbps)
  • Built-In Memory – 71 MB
  • Expandable Memory Capacity – Yes, microSD Card Format Compatible Up To 8 GB
  • Dimensions – 4.6 in x 2.2 in x 0.6 in
  • Weight – 5.6 oz
  • 3G Data Speeds – Yes, HSDPA Where Available, EDGE Elsewhere

Compatibility Features

  • Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
  • Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes
  • Device Supports T-Mobile Data Add-on Features – Yes
  • Device Supports T-Mobile myFaves Plans – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

  • T-Mobile Voice Plan Options – Yes
  • T-Mobile G1 Plan Options – Yes

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