Introduction

Being the first phone on T-Mobile's network to support EDGE, the Motorola V330 offers high-speed data transfer speeds of up to 384 kbps, outperforming existing GPRS and cdma2000 1xRTT technologies; allowing users access to news and sports scores, movie listings, and email at broadband-like speeds.

Featuring quad-band frequency access, the V330 delivers all the functionality necessary for a global lifestyle. Through AOL Instant Messenger, busy travelers can stay in touch with friends and family by using the V330 as their portal to the world.

Design

Merging cutting edge technology with distinctive fashion, the Motorola V330 is strikingly familiar to its predecessor, the V300. Featuring a rubberized blue shell, the V330's clamshell design measures a comfortable 89 x 49 x 25 mm and weighing 114 g.

Closed, a 96 x 32 px monochrome screen displays two lines including time, signal and battery strength, phone status information, and even messages to notify users of incoming calls. Above the LCD, a lens to the 0.3-megapixel VGA camera is situated, able to capture images at up to 640 x 480 px in resolution.

Along the left side, volume keys adjust earpiece and ringer volumes during calls and standby. Underneath, a Smart Key allows users to perform frequent basic functions by anticipating likely subsequent actions such as selecting a menu item after it has been highlighted. A Voice Key is located along the right side, used to create recordings or issue voice commands.

A USB-capable data port is housed on the V330's top edge, along side a standard 2.5 mm jack allowing handsfree access through wired headsets. Optional accessories can be attached through the Connector Port located on the bottom, or just a charger.

Flipped open, a 176 x 220 px screen is capable of displaying 65K colors. Positioned below, a 5-way navigation keypad is flanked by Send, Power / End, Browser, Camera, Menu, and Left and Right soft keys. Fairly standard, a numeric keypad allows iTAP predictive text messaging with a few simple key presses.

Out of the box, the Motorola V330 comes with a standard 780 mAh Li-Ion battery, travel charger, hands-free headset, SIM card, and user manual.

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