Review of the AnexTEK Pocket PC Phone SP230

[Brad Isaac]

Wow! A Pocket PC Phone that actually looks like a cellphone! Those of you who know me, know I'm not a big fan of Pocket PC phones. Well, the AnexTEK model really seems different. It looks cool with it's numeric flip cover and small size. If everything else works ok, it's got "winner" written all over it. In fact, after reading PocketPCReviews.net's review which features lots of pictures and benchmarks, it may just change this stubborn guy's mind.
A first look at the surprisingly handsome AnexTEK SP230 reveals a top-notch design that makes few compromises to either phone or PDA functions.
If you are looking for an all-in-one device this unit might serve you well. It features a Tri-band phone with video transmission, GPRS as well as fairly standard PPC specs but with a generous 64 MB of user-accessible RAM.
AnexTEK is a newcomer in the hotly contested arena of our mobile companions but they’ve got a good many things right.

[bkbroil]

Here's some items of interest from the review
1. Lacks Bluetooth or WiFi capability
2. SPB Benchmark index is about equal to an Ipaq 3600
3. graphics engine is many times faster than that of the iPAQ 2210
4. It will take some 8 hours to fully recharge the battery.
5. 3 to 5 hours talk time and a standby time of around 100 to 150 hours
6. No Hardware buttons (could not use a screen capture because you need a hardware button mapping)
7. Costs $650.00