Huawei Ideos launches Nov. 3 as the T-Mobile Comet

posted by Ken N. / Oct 13, 2010, 9:55 PM

Huawei Ideos launches Nov. 3 as the T-Mobile Comet

The Huawei Ideos is an lower-tier Android device that still runs the most current version of the OS (Android 2.2). The device will be released on T-Mobile as the T-Mobile Comet November 3rd, but no pricing has yet been announced.

The Ideos is powered by a 528 MHz processor, and features a 2.8" screen. These specs aren't impressive when compared to other new Android devices, but the price point, Android 2.2 functionality, and attractive form will certainly draw some buyers.

The Ideos is part of an effort by carriers to offer strong entry level Android smartphones in their holiday lineup, like Verizon's Motorola Citrus, and Sprint's Sanyo Zio. This will convert new smartphone users and lock in more expensive contracts during the generous season. We think it will work beautifully.

source: TmoNews

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Display 2.8" 240 x 320 pixels

Camera 3.2 MP

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon S1, Single core, 528 MHz

Battery 1200 mAh(9.00h talk time)

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6 Comments

1. clevername

Posts: 1436; Member since: Jul 11, 2008

Why would the writer of this article point out that no pricing has been announced and then in the very next paragraph say the price point is something that will atteact people? How could it be if ita unknown? This is pure speculation and bad journalism. If the price point is 150-200 it would compete directly with the high end choices.

posted on Oct 20, 2010, 1:49 AM 0

2. artz1986

Posts: 453; Member since: Mar 11, 2009

Context clues and market trend. Judging by the specs why would it be anywhere near the $150 range? It's a giving that it's going to be a low price point but we don't know what type of low price point...aka unknow

posted on Oct 14, 2010, 4:13 AM 0

3. Sharky

Posts: 259; Member since: Jun 24, 2008

From what I've heard it would be $150-200 UNLOCKED. It would probably be in the sub-$100 bracket on contract and who knows, maybe even free.

posted on Oct 14, 2010, 7:36 AM 0

4. Zio unregistered

AllRight! A TMobile Tap running Android! I gotta have!

posted on Oct 14, 2010, 11:03 AM 0

5. XxVerbalxX unregistered

if only they had more friggin towers

posted on Oct 14, 2010, 2:40 PM 0

6. droiduserguy unregistered

They copied HTC on this one! I highly doubt this thing is worth it with these features!

posted on Oct 14, 2010, 4:26 PM 0

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