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View Best Sellers   Release Date: Q4 2004 Released For: AT&T - Discontinued The smallest Microsoft Windows Mobile-based Smartphone in North America - the Audiovox SMT5600 includes the Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Smartphones and is the first Windows Mobile-based Smartphone featuring Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, providing a rich new media experience that enables the seamless transfer of media from a PC running Windows XP. The Audiovox SMT5600 with Windows Mobile software provides a dynamic solution for consumers who need to remain connected... [Continue reading Audiovox SMT5600 Review]

• Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Smartphone for compatibility with Windows Mobile applications and designed to match and transpose the Outlook desktop experience
• Built-in CMOS VGA camera with 4x digital zoom and video recording and playback capabilities
• Integrated MP3 audio player via Microsoft Windows Media Player 10 and MP3 ringtone support
• Conference calling with integrated hands-free speakerphone
• Enhanced T9 predictive text for messaging via Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS), MSN Messenger, and email (POP3, IMAP4, SMTP)
• Personal Information Management (PIM) features including Microsoft Outlook, Contacts, and To-Do List
• Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free connectivity and infrared port for synchronization
• WAP 2.0 compliant Pocket Internet Explorer browser with GPRS Class 10 technology for high-speed data transmission
• 64 MB of internal memory and mini-SD memory expansion slot for additional storage with optional card
• PC synchronization via ActiveSync

Technical Specifications
Network:	GSM 850 / 1800 / 1900
Form Factor:	PDA / Windows Mobile 2003 SE
Dimensions:	108 x 46 x 16 mm
Weight:	100 g
Antenna:	Internal
Navigation:	4-Way Keypad
Battery Type:	1050 mAh Li-Ion
Talk Time:	5.00
Standby Time:	96
Memory:	64 MB
Expandable Memory:	miniSD
Imaging
Main Screen:	65000 colors (TFT) 176 x 220 px
External Screen:
Camera:	0.3 MP / 640 x 480 px / 4X Zoom
Audio
MP3 Player:	Windows Media Player
FM Radio:
Speakerphone:
Push-To-Talk:
Multimedia
Wallpapers:	176 x 220 px
Screen Savers:	176 x 220 px
Ring Tones:	MP3
Themes:
Games:	J2ME
Streaming Multimedia:	Windows Media Player
Messaging
SMS:
EMS:
MMS:
Email:	POP3 / IMAP4 / SMTP
Chat:	MSN Messenger
Predictive Text:	T9
Applications
Phonebook Capacity:
Calendar:	Pocket Outlook
To-Do List:
WAP:	Pocket Internet Explorer
Voice Commands:
Calculator:
Connectivity
Bluetooth:	Class 2
Infrared Port:
High-Speed Data:	GPRS (Class 10)
Wi-Fi:
GPS:
PC Sync:	Microsoft ActiveSync
More Information
Website:	Audiovox SMT5600 Website
Discussion:	Manufacturers Forum

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A great "entry-level" option to the smartphone wor

I was in the market for a smart phone, but nothing that was in the price range of a Treo 650 or a Blackberry. So I had a choice to get the Audiovox SMT5600, Nokia 6620, or the Motorola MPX220. After researching and playing around with all of them, I decided on the Audiovox; and now have had this phone for over four months. Anyway, here’s my review.

Body: First look at the phone I thought to myself that this could not be a smartphone, it’s too small. But I got accustomed to its size after a week or so. This is perfect for those people who are on-the-go-business-people types, and want to travel light. One of the deciding factors that made me lean towards the 5600 (other than its size) was its form factor and design; I like that it’s a bar phone and that it was simple yet interesting to the eye…and it wasn’t for the fact that just about every girl said it was cute. The feel of the phone was very pleasing; the steel frame made it cool to the touch, just like a RAZR. However, if the housing was damaged (and you’re one of those people who like their phones immaculate, like me), I was told that you would have to ship it to an Audiovox service center for replacement. Though the keypad looks unassuming, it feels very tactile without even having to look at it sometimes. If your used to a joystick or d-pad to navigate through menus, don’t worry; the rocker is really easy to use. I found that it was a lot easier than using a joystick.

Screen: Like the info says, it’s TFT; so there’s hardly any lag time when cross navigating through menus. The display for the home screen is slightly dim. Images displayed are pretty clear and crisp, yet not that vibrant. This was not a big issue for me because my main use for this phone was for work. The only complaint that I had was that dust would accumulate underneath the screen. If this is a big issue for you, you can bring it to a service center and have the area around the screen sealed.

Camera: Let’s face it. A 0.3MP is not really worthy of having it alongside your 5.0MP digital camera. However, it is a nice bonus whenever it calls for picture time & you don’t have your digital with you. The pictures are a bit grainy at times. But in proper lighting, pictures are decent and distinguishable, as opposed to other phones with a 0.3MP camera.

Media Player: The media player is great for listening to music and watching videos. However, it doesn’t replace a laptop, or portable DVD player for that matter. With its given processor, the media player lags a little bit when doing other tasks on the phone at the same time (e.g. transferring files, configuring phone settings, etc.). Of course the depth of the music is not as deep as the W series of Sony Ericsson, but they are very distinguishable and not tinny.

Phone: Cross navigating through the menus is really simple. However, if you’re heavily reliant on the menu system of Nokia and Sony Ericsson, there will be a higher learning curve. Using Bluetooth on this phone is simple. It picks up devices rather quickly. Speakerphone is adequate; nothing good, nothing bad…its just that conversations you receive through speakerphone is a little bit muffled, especially when increasing the volume of the ear speaker. I use Cingular in Washington State because I make phone calls overseas, and the reception of the phone was great at first. However, over time I started to recognize some static during conversations. I thought it was just the ear speaker, so I used the supplied headsets. The same thing was still happening. At first, I thought it was my service provider. But, after reading up on some forums, and asking some of my friends who used to work for AT&T wireless, I realized it was the phone that was emitting the static sound. For me, call reception being clear is a must…so I was really bothered by this. However, I believe that this doesn’t happen to all 5600’s…and still, I liked the fact that I never dropped a call. Also, the only thing I saw that was a bit of a hassle was the location of the Micro SD card slot, which is behind the battery. This wasn’t really a big issue for me, because the size of the phone had to necessitate some sort of sacrifice. And besides, the max capacity of memory for this phone is 1GB.

Overall, this is a great phone geared towards business consumers who are on the go. However, its simple, yet striking design makes this also a hit for trendsetting and gadget-loving consumers as well. I don’t really understand why some people have a hard time with the user interface of the phone. So what if it’s doesn’t resemble a Nokia interface. The only phones I used before this were SE’s and Nokia’s. And besides, it’s Windows for crying out loud. Unless you’re someone who would rather write and store hard copy documents into a filing cabinet, than use a computer, I don’t see the reason why it’s hard to navigate through Windows Mobile. After all, people who use PC’s pretty much have Windows installed. So shouldn’t the migration of PC to phone be simple because it’s very recognizable? Anyway, I highly recommend this if it is going to be your 1st time using a smartphone before trying out the Treo’s or Blackberry’s. With so many features packed into such a compact phone, it’s easy to forget some of the minor issues that this phone has…you won’t regret it. And if this one doesn’t suit you, just buy another phone that will meet your needs.

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Great smartphone for the price.

I've had my SMT5600 for about 6 months and am VERY pleased with everything about it. Yeah, a PalmTrea 650 would have been nice but I just couldn't afford it, yet craved the capabilities and possibilities of a smartphone. (I'm self-employed). SMT5600 is as small as any other cell phone and fits in my pocket easily. T9 text works well for longer emails, texts, and task entries.

I purchased a mini SD card and have downloaded several 3rd party software applications. Very easy with ActiveSync.

It took a weekend to get familiar with my first foray into smartphones but this is a great phone for the $.

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