T-Mobile users will be glad to know that they can now get the long-promised myTouchG3 phone. In fact, those who pre-ordered should have already received the sleek touchscreen smartphone, and those want to grab one can go to the T-Mobile retailer near them and snag a new one for $199 and a two-year contract.
This model mirrors the HTC Magic found outside the U.S., with a 3.2 inch touchscreen display and a virtual keyboard.
Reviewers say the phone, which has gone through several name changes on its way to market, is an improvement on the first T-Mobile G1 in nearly every category, and is smaller as well.
While some will regretfully note the lack of a hardware keyboard, others point out that most of the new smartphones at this pricepoint have virtual, not physical, keyboards. While users may be used to this feature (or lack of a feature) some would prefer the physical keyboard.
The Bluetooth stereo support is standard on the new phone, and it has an adequate video and still camera, at 3.2 megapixels.
It accepts a micro SD memory card, although you have to open the battery cover to find it. The autofill choices are more numerous on the G2, and the dictionary seems to do a better job of finding the word you’re after, making typing go more quickly.
The OS is still Android 1.5, and there are a growing number of apps for the system.
This new offering fully committed to Google’s Android operating system only reinforces the fact that Android will be supported in the future and continue to be stronger. Apps like Webdatamation’s FileDroid, will continue to provide an avenue for businesses to reach new customers and provide useful services to the smartphone community.
Ask about Android development next time to speak to one of our staff.
