"I'll never use all those features." YES YOU WILL!
Written: Feb 17 '01
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Pros: Small, long battery life, lots of features.
Cons: Voice activation not always reliable, awkward to hold.
The Bottom Line: Get it if you'll use all the features. Otherwise, opt for a cheaper phone.
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| mahn's Full Review: Sprint TouchPoint 2200 Cell Phone |
This is a great phone. It has features that I didn't think I'd use but I do now. Voice activated dialing, the speakerphone, programmable rings, the tools (i.e. calculator), and even the games were just extras at first. Now I can't imagine going without any of these! The games are great for waiting rooms or while my car warms up. The calculator is great for banking, figuring out tip, etc. The speakerphone isn't great for conversing but when you are on hold (or listening to your mom go on and on), it is very useful. The rings let you know who's calling without even looking at the caller ID. The voice ring (where you can record the ring) is good for at least laughs. All of my friends are very impressed with all these features packed into such a tiny phone. Speaking of tiny...
I only have two problems with this phone. First is not really the size as it is the shape. It can be very awkward to hold comfortably. And forget about resting it on your shoulder. It'll slip right off! Luckily, I have small hands, but I can't imagine a person with bigger hands using this phone with any comfort.
Secondly, (and this is a small 'con') this phone takes a little too long to power up. After holding the power button down for 3 seconds, it takes approximately another 30 seconds to a minute for the phone to be ready to use, depending on the service area. It doesn't sound like a long time, but in an emergency situation, this could be a big problem!
Overall, I love the phone. It is not for those with big hands or for those who are buying it only for emergencies. I use it in place of a landline and recommend it to most people.
Recommended:
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Amount Paid (US$): 200
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