The TerreStar GENUS is advertised as the world’s first smartphone that combines 3G cellular wireless connectivity with an all-IP satellite network on one device using one phone number. The phone relies on AT&T's GSM/HSPA network while reverting to a satellite connection when AT&T's presence is missing or lost.
The phone is running Windows Mobile 6.5.3 OS and features a QVGA touch display, QWERTY keyboard, 2MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS and microSD slot for memory.
Pros
Hardware QWERTY keyboard
Cons
Thick body (0.76 inches)
Popular Comparisons
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4.68 x 2.55 x 0.76 inches (118.8 x 64.8 x 19.25 mm)
Weight:
4.60 oz (130.0 g)
Features:
Full keyboard, D-Pad, Soft keys, Notification light
Cellular
3G:
Bands 5(850), 2(1900)
Data Speed:
UMTS, HSDPA 3.6 Mbit/s
Multimedia
Headphones:
2.5mm jack
Connectivity & Features
Bluetooth:
2.0
Wi-Fi:
802.11 b, g
USB:
microUSB, USB 2.0
Features:
Charging
External antenna:
Yes
Location:
GPS
Other:
Computer sync, OTA sync
Phone features
Notifications:
Music ringtones (MP3)
Other features:
Voice recording
Availability
Officially announced:
Sep 21, 2010
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