Messaging
Messaging becomes increasing important, so I have paid special attention Message Center on the i605. Pretty much everything is standard you have the Inbox with all the that have been sent to you, then Drafts and Sent Items. Unfortunately, the i605 does not support IMAP or POP3 external e-mail retrieval which in my opinion is a MUST. The user still can e-mail access, but you have to go to the Nextel's web center, and then access the E-mail and IM menu. From there you have a choice between Nextel or Yahoo email. Instant Messaging is also not a standard application, but a menu on the Web, so everything is considerably slower than and not as convenient as having a local application.
Connectivity
Connectivity-wise, the Motorola i605 is first phone to offer Bluetooth capabilities, while the RIM 7250 was the first device to feature this short-range wireless radio. During my test, the phone paired to my PC flawlessly (on the PC I have Microsoft Bluetooth adapter) and I had Serial Port and Dial-up networking available. With the appropriate software, you could wirelessly (within 30 feet / 10 meters) synchronize your phone with our PC.
Connecting Bluetooth headset was also a breeze. I tested a total of 3 different headsets Plantronics M2500, Logitech .. and Scala 500. All headsets paired and operated flawlessly with the i605. The connection range and sound were excellent a lot better compared to the HP 6315 that I currently use.
One started, the OpenWave browser takes you to the main Nextel menu. From there you can download/order ring tones, games, check you e-mail or use AIM, MSN or Yahoo instant messaging. I have never been a fan of web-based applications, since they are very sluggish and usually not very eye-appealing. The Nextel's IM and e-mail are not an exception. It would have been a lot better if they have a java application for IM and E-mail.
