Acer neoTouch review

Network and connections
A high-end Smartphone, suitable both for private users and for work needs. The network receiver is a GSM Quadband, on frequencies of 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz. Signal coverage is therefore optimal in any part of the world, also thanks to UMTS support. To browse the Internet there is a modem with HSDPA technology, which allows reaching high speeds. The HTML browser will take care of correctly displaying every Web page. Furthermore, there is a Wi-Fi antenna to take advantage of distributed networks. Bluetooth and USB output are also present.

Design and features
The exterior look is elegant and refined, with simple lines and silver-colored edges. The dimensions remain compact, with 12 mm of thickness and 130 grams of weight. The front side is almost entirely occupied by the large screen, a TFT of as much as 3.8 inches, capable of displaying up to 65,000 colors. It is also equipped with Resistive Touch Screen technology for direct management of content. The accelerometer, on the other hand, automatically adjusts the images on the screen. Function keys at the bottom help in managing the device.

Main features
The functional capabilities of this NeoTouch by Acer are truly astonishing. The Qualcomm processor of as much as 1 GHz supports elaborate applications that require component power. The Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional platform then makes incredible customization of content possible, to adapt the device to one's own needs. Java support also helps a lot in this. Managing E-mail as well as Office or PDF documents will no longer be a problem. Multimedia content such as Facebook, Flickr and Instant Messaging are also available. The phone section is also complete, with hands-free, voice recorder and support for video calls.

Entertainment and multimedia
Not only in the office, but also an excellent ally in free time. The NeoTouch proves to be complete and indispensable for filling leisure moments. Downloading games, music or videos to play directly from the multimedia player is really easy. The available memory is expandable up to as much as 32 GB, so you can also save videos captured with the digital camera. It has a resolution of 5 megapixels, to deliver high-quality images in any condition. The dedicated functions are numerous, including Geo-Tagging to add geographic information in real time. This is made possible by the built-in GPS receiver, which allows using this Acer also as a satellite navigator. Battery life is long, lasting up to 400 hours in Stand-by.