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Palm Pre 2 GSM Remove phone

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PA Rating - 8
User Rating - 7.8

Posted: 19 Oct 2010
Market Status: Released

Microsoft KIN TWO Remove phone

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Also known as Microsoft KIN 2, Sharp KIN TWO PA Rating - 7
User Rating - 6.2

Posted: 12 Apr 2010
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Verizon - Discontinued as Sharp KIN TWO

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Design
Device typeSmart phoneFeature phone 
OSwebOS (2.2, 2.0)  
Form factorSliderSide-Slider 
Dimensions3.96 x 2.35 x 0.67 inches (100.7 x 59.6 x 16.9 mm)4.38 x 2.36 x 0.64 inches (111 x 60 x 16 mm) 
Weight5.11 oz (145 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (126 g)		4.70 oz (133 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (126 g)		 
Design featuresFull keyboardFull keyboard 
Display
Physical size3.1 inches3.4 inches 
Resolution320 x 480 pixels320 x 480 pixels 
Pixel density

Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is.

186 ppi170 ppi 
Technology

Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes. Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays.

 TFT 
Colors16 777 216  
TouchscreenCapacitive, Multi-touchCapacitive, Multi-touch 
FeaturesLight sensor, Proximity sensorLight sensor, Proximity sensor 
Battery
Talk time5.00 hours
the average is 11 h (649 min)		6.08 hours
the average is 11 h (649 min)		 
Stand-by time14.6 days (350 hours)
the average is 18 days (442 h)		9.7 days (232 hours)
the average is 18 days (442 h)		 
Capacity 1390 mAh 
TypeLi - IonLi - Ion 
Hardware
Processor

Processor - The processor is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Some more powerful smartphones use dual-core and quad-core processors designed to deliver greater performance.

1000 MHz  
System memory

System memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running.

 256 MB RAM 
Built-in storage16 GB8 GB 
Camera
Camera5 megapixels8 megapixels 
FlashLEDLED 
FeaturesGeo taggingAuto focus, Digital image stabilization 
CamcorderYes1280x720 (720p HD) 
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Multimedia
Music player   
Supported formatsMP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WAV, AMRMP3, AAC, M4A (Apple lossless), MP4 
Video playback   
Supported formatsMPEG4, H.263, H.264MPEG4, H.264, WMV 
Radio FM 
Speakers Stereo speakers 
YouTube playerYes  
Internet browsing
Browser   
supportsHTML, WAP 2.0HTML 
Built-in online services supportFacebook, YouTube (upload)Facebook, MySpace, Twitter 
Technology
CDMA

CDMA - Code Division Multiple Access. A technique of multiplexing, also called spread spectrum, in which analog signals are converted into digital form for transmission. For each communication channel, the signals are encoded in a sequence known to the transmitter and the receiver for that channel. The foremost application is digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800MHz band and 1.9GHz PCS band. CDMA phones are noted for their excellent call quality and long battery life.

 800, 1900 MHz 
GSM850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz  
UMTS900, 2100 MHz  
DataHSDPA 7.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 2 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGEEV-DO Rev.A 
Global RoamingYes  
Positioning

Positioning - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. There are three main types: GPS, A-GPS and GLONASS. GPS - This is one of the most widespread global positioning technologies, developed and maintained by the U.S. government. It uses satellites in order to detect your location. Works best in clear weather. A-GPS - A-GPS stands for Assisted GPS and is the industry standard for positioning and navigation. “Assisted” means that it can use local wireless networks, in addition to satellites, for quicker and more precise localization. GLONASS - GLONASS is a global positioning system, developed by the Russian Federation. It’s very similar to GPS, but isn’t so popular in cell phones.

GPSA-GPS, E911 
NavigationYes  
Phone features
PhonebookUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring IDUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID 
OrganizerCalendar, Alarm, To-Do, Document viewer, Calculator, Notes, Memo  
MessagingSMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text inputSMS, MMS, Predictive text input 
E-mailIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Direct Push e-mail, Push e-mailIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange 
Instant MessagingYesYes 
GamesYes  
Connectivity
Bluetooth2.1, EDR2.1 
ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution (A2DP)Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol (AVCTP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP), Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Audio/Video Distribution (GAVDP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP) 
Wi-Fi802.11 b, g802.11 b, g 
USBUSB 2.0USB 2.0 
ConnectormicroUSBmicroUSB 
FeaturesMass storage device, USB charging  
Headphones connector3.5mm3.5mm 
Charging connectormicroUSBmicroUSB 
OtherComputer sync, OTA syncComputer sync, OTA sync 
Other features
NotificationsMusic ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, SpeakerphoneMusic ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Silent mode, Speakerphone 
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer 
Hearing aid compatibility M4, T3 
OtherVoice recordingTTY/TDD 
Regulatory Approval
FCC approval

FCC approval - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions. Every wireless phone device that that is sold in the U.S. has to be tested and approved for sale by the FCC.

   
Date approved

Date approved - Shows the date when the particular phone is approved by the Federal Communications Commission

06 Oct 2010  
FCC ID value: O8F-ROAY link  
FCC measured SAR

FCC measured SAR - The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0 W/ kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.

   
Head1.01 W/kg1.29 W/kg 
Measured in850 MHz  
Body1.29 W/kg0.75 W/kg 
Measured in850 MHz  
Availability
Officially announced19 Oct 201012 Apr 2010 
Shopping information
MSRP price   
 $ 100 

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