Motorola A3100 review
Network and connections
The American company offers a decidedly competitive and complete new device. The A3100 is equipped with a GSM Triband receiver, capable of operating on the 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz frequencies. It also integrates Dual Mode, which allows it to also take advantage of UMTS support. In this way, signal coverage is optimal in any situation. As for Internet browsing, there is a built-in modem with HSDPA data traffic management. Pages will therefore be displayed extremely quickly, just like with home ADSL, with the HTML browser. But that's not all, since Wi-Fi support also allows you to take advantage of distributed networks. Of course, Bluetooth is also present for exchanging files with compatible devices, as well as the USB 2.0 data cable output.
Design and features
The lines of this Smartphone are truly simple yet elegant, giving it that touch of class that sets it apart. The body is a one-piece shell, with rounded edges for greater comfort in the grip. Portability is also very good, given its compact dimensions: 119 grams in weight for a thickness of 13.7 mm. On the top stands out the large screen, a 2.8-inch TFT with a maximum display of 65,000 colors. It features Touch Screen technology, which allows for practical and fast management of the entire device, with your fingers or with the dedicated stylus. The sales package should include the USB data cable and the earphones.
Main features
The Motorola A3100 comes with the powerful Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional platform, which together with the Qualcomm processor at 528 MHz guarantees boundless operability. It is in fact possible to install compatible applications to best customize your device, thanks also to Java support. The basic functions are absolutely complete: contacts address book, agenda synchronized with the calendar for appointments, alarm clock and calculator. The voice section is also notable, thanks to the built-in speakerphone, voice recorder and multiconference support. In addition, the dedicated front-facing camera allows you to make video calls. The Office package allows you to manage any type of document, so you can send and receive E-mail with attachments without any problem.
Entertainment and multimedia
To complete the features of this incredible Smartphone, the designers deemed it necessary to integrate a good digital camera, with a resolution of 3 megapixels with autofocus and Zoom. The photos obtained are of good quality, easily stored in the standard 128 MB memory, expandable up to 16 GB with microSD type cards. There is also a multimedia player, supporting various audio and video formats, so you always have your favorite music with you. Portability is truly incredible, thanks to the 1170 mAh lithium battery, which guarantees battery life of up to 12 days in Stand-by.