The successor to the venerable MPx200, this quad-band GSM wonder packs lots of Smartphone power into a small package that can provide all your mobile office needs. Loaded with Microsoft Smartphone software, the handset features mobile versions of all the essential Microsoft applications you depend on, including Pocket Outlook, Pocket Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player, and MSN messenger. What's more, the unit's software is designed to sync seamlessly with e-mail, contacts, and calendar information on your PC.
Design
The MPx220's clamshell form factor is more sleek and svelte than its predecessor's, while it retains the internal antenna design. The large, 176 x 220 screen with a whopping 262,000 colors dominates the inside of the cover. A smaller, full-color LCD screen, which displays pictures, incoming calls, current time, battery life, signal strength, and other information, is located on the outside of the cover. The 1.23-megapixel camera and flash, as well as the speakerphone unit, are also housed on the outside of the cover. A five-way selection button above the number pad allows you to navigate and control the Windows Mobile interface. There are also up/down menu selection buttons on the left side of the device for easy access to basic controls. In addition to a headset jack, a miniSD memory expansion card slot is housed in the unit. The power key and infrared port are housed on the left side of the unit, while a universal charger/USB data port is present on the bottom.
Calling Features
The MPx220 has all the calling features you've come to expect. The built-in speakerphone makes it easy to talk without having the phone to your ear. Vibrate modes and custom WAV and MP3 ringtones can be set so you'll know who's calling without having to look at the LCD. The included Pocket Outlook software features a contacts list that is cleverly integrated with the phone's dialing functions. Enhanced voice dialing supports voice-to-digit dialing and name recognition for speedy dialing of contacts. The MPx220's voice recognition software supports voice commands from any user, not just a preprogrammed user's voice. Because the MPx220 is Bluetooth-enabled, wireless headsets can be configured with the phone for total hands-free operation.
Messaging, Internet, and Tools
Designed as a complete solution for people who want to bring their office with them, the unit comes with pocket versions of Outlook, Internet Explorer, and MSN Messenger. In addition to keeping track of contacts, Pocket Outlook features integrated calendar and e-mail functions. E-mail support is provided for IMAP and POP3 accounts, as well as for corporate accounts. Microsoft's ActiveSync software keeps the device synced with all of your PC's Outlook information (via USB, Bluetooth, or infrared connection). Users who want Internet connectivity on the road with their laptop or PDA can tap the MPx220's wireless modem capabilities. The unit supports VPN and proxy Internet connections. iTap text entry, a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile e-mail and text messaging users.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the MPx220, including a voice memo recorder, a calculator, a to-do list, and an alarm clock.
Imaging and Entertainment
The MPx220's powerful 1.23-megapixel still camera also features video with audio capture capability. In addition to a flash, the camera features a self-timer, multi-frame shooting capability, white balance, and color control, as well as a time-stamp option. The video camera's capture capability is only limited by the amount of available memory in the unit. The inclusion of Windows Media on the MPx220 means that you can use the handset as an MP3 and video player, as well. The amount of music and video you can store is only limited by the unit's memory. For gamers, the phone supports Java-based and Windows Mobile game downloads.
Vital Statistics
The Motorola MPx220 weighs 3.88 ounces and measures 3.93 x 1.89 x .96 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.0 hours of digital talk time and up to 200 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS frequencies. The phone comes with a one-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Motorola MPx220 handset, lithium-ion battery, power supply, USB data cable, companion CD, user's manual.
Product Description
Welcome to the efficient mobile office. Communicate via email using Windows Mobile™ software. Manage personal information - link your phone to your PC with ActiveSync® or Bluetooth® and fully synchronize your email, calendar, contacts and tasks. Join the jet set - roam globally with quad-band (where GSM network coverage and roaming agreements allow).
Product Features
* This is a quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 cell phone with GPRS data capabilities
* 1.23-megapixel digital camera with flash, 3x digital zoom, and video capture
* 262,000-color display with 176 x 220 resolution; MP3/video player
* Expandable memory via SD/MMC card slot; wireless Bluetooth technology
* Up to 5 hours of digital talk time and 200 hours of standby time
This phone offers an excellent range of features for an amazing price. The screen quality, music quality(through Windows media player), and other tools and options are quite good. The camera quality is forgettable, and even though it has a built-in-flash, I dont see any point of using the flash - its not powerful enough even for distances of .5-1 Meter.
I've used only Nokia phones before this, but was able to pick up on the nuances of the menu button and options pretty easily. User interface is pretty slick, and the listing of last used programs on top of screen is good. Sync with outlook for calendar is fantastic and very intuitive.
Only crib is that I cannot directly use my MP3 files as ringtones. have to convert them first!
A definite Thumbs up!
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