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O2(HTC) XDA mobile phone review
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 O2(HTC) XDA is announced in 2002
Design
Far better looking than the previous models, the XDA appears both smaller and sleeker than its predecessor - a result of the visual illusion as the difference in size is marginal. There are however several other quite tangible differences, coincidentally leaving a larger area of the screen exposed; overall improved build quality and ergonomics; and some weight loss.Weighing in at 104 grams and measuring 106 x 47 x 18 mm, it's compact ad powerful for its size.The 4096-color display is dim, not very bright and crisp, but is a far step above the very dim 256-color versions on even the most recent O2(HTC) models.The display resolution 240 x 320 pixel ideal for small and smart phone.
The left side of the unit holds a spacious volume rocker.
Lacking LEDs of any kind, however, the display - combined with vibration and audible alerts - is the XDA's only way of notifying users of new messages and missed calls. This is common for all O2(HTC) handsets, requiring users to inconveniently have to pick up and activate the device to see whether any alerts are waiting rather than just glance at it.
Ergonomics
The XDA is comfortable to hold and lies well in ones hand.Sporting a simple and user friendly menu in style with other recent O2(HTC) handsets.The plastic keypad has good placed keys, giving it a cheap feel while oddly designed buttons, with the shrunken center keys for no apparent reason, make the phone harder to dial than necessary.What's more, the P910i frustratingly flops all around the place when using both thumbs to enter text, yielding a usability level best suited to very short messages. Thankfully, it's still possible to detach the flip entirely for those who prefer fully touch-based interaction.
Features
Dual band 900/1800 MHz connectivity isn't all the O2(HTC) XDA has to offer: there's also support for GPRS, SMS, and a range of applications such as WAP , Email client, Java MIDP 1.0, FAX/Modem, all of which laptop and handheld users will be pleased to learn is a breeze to utilize either by means of infrared old wireless device,GPRS support is the fastest way to download files with your mobile, and spacious phone book.
As previously mentioned, the XDA is also equipped with , as well as an integrated MP3 player.The latter of which is also the reason for why the 0 MB of internal memory, which initially appears spacious, is quickly stretched to its limits. The XDA also comes with an Secure Digital (SD) and Multi Media Card (MMC) expansion slot located under its battery,a 16-128 MB card comes bundled in the sales package, more space for images audio and video files, less time for PC and communication cable for updating internal memory,
Performance
Audio quality on the XDA was crystal clear, and signal quality was good. The removable 700 mAh Li-pol battery is rated for 3.3 hours talk time or 150 hours standby, which is quite low given the battery's theoretical capacity. Charge time is about 105 minutes.
Availability
The O2(HTC) XDA is now available throughout Europe in some language version.
Conclusion
O2(HTC) XDA is a beautiful phone to hold and use, and it's quickly won our hearts. The typical O2(HTC) design flair is present in abundance, with all the requisite consumer features to back it up.But love doesn't notice such little flaws. |
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