T-Mobile announces Windows Mobile-enabled Dash

The slim smartphone -- a re-branded version of the HTC Excalibur -- boasts quad-band GSM, EDGE, and Wi-Fi connectivity, along with Bluetooth, memory expansion, and a 1.3-megapixel camera.

The Dash (which we saw last month at CTIA IT in its HTC Excalibur incarnation) looks set to give the Motorola Q, another thumbboard-equipped Windows Mobile handset with a slim form factor, a serious run for its money. While the quad-band device lacks the 3G capabilities of the EV-DO-enabled Q, the Dash comes armed with an ace up its sleeve: built-in Wi-Fi. The phone also packs in Bluetooth, microSD memory expansion, an integrated music player, and a 1.3-megapixel camera. During our hands-on look at CTIA IT, we were impressed with the Excalibur's -- er, Dash's -- roomy keypad and bright LCD, and we also liked the velvety feel of the case.

Specifications

Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone Edition
Wi-Fi
1.3-megapixel camera
Bluetooth
microSD memory expansion
AOL, MSN, and Yahoo instant messaging
Integrated music player
Speakerphone
2.4-inch, 65,000-color LCD

Price and availability

Available soon on T-Mobile, the Dash will retail for USD350, or USD200 with a two-year contract. The carrier is also offering a USD30/month data plan for unlimited Web browsing and access to T-Mobile HotSpots.
10/11/2006 12:16:23 PM
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