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The Motorola c290

by Eric Bernatchez
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Motorola c290

The Motorola c290

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The Motorola c290 is a basic cell phone, except for a handsfree speakerphone mode built-in. Check out my resources, among which a technical analysis review and a side-by-side comparison.

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Motorola c290 Specifications And Features

Basics:
 • Weight: 3.60 ounces
 • Dimensions: 3.43 x 1.91 x 0.93 in.
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 • Form Factor: flip
 • Frequency Band(s): 850,1900
 • Analog Support (Older Cellular System): yes

Technologies:
 • Cellular System: CDMA
 • Downloadable Applications Format: J2ME
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Telephony Features:
 • Built-in Speakerphone: yes

Memory:
 • Phone Book Entries: 100

Display:
 •  Color Display: yes (65,000)
 • Display Technology: STN
 • Display Resolution: 128 x 160

Customization:
 • Custom Ringtones: may not be free
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 • Custom Graphics: yes

Communications:
 • wap: yes
 • Wireless Data Protocol: 1X

Entertainment:
 • Included Games: yes

Photos And Video:

Music:

Messaging:
 • Predictive text input: iTap
 • SMS: yes

Tools:
 • Calculator: yes
 • Voice Memo/Sound Recorder: yes
 • Alarm clock: yes

Accessibility:
 • Languages Supported: Spanish,English

Battery Performance:
 • Stand-by Time:168 hours
 • Talk Time:204 minutes
 • Battery Type: LiIon
 • Battery Power: 1020 mAh

Other Features:

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** These Motorola c290 specifications can not be guaranteed accurate. Before buying a phone, please double check the availability of any feature that is important to you on the manufacturer's web site.

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