Sidekick LX/Sidekick 4

With the i-phone gaining more and more popularity with its summer release, T-Mobile finally decided to release the new Sidekick LX in October. Loyal Sidekick fans have long awaited the “Sidekick 4”, but does it really compare with the i-phone? By the looks of it, the Sidekick LX is just another streamlined version of the original Sidekick.

The new phone is quite slimmer than its bulky predecessors and does have a flatter screen, but still boasts some of the dull original applications. The Sidekick LX does claim to have “the real internet.” Though I’m not sure what that means, I am assuming that this version’s web browsing capabilities will surpass the Sidekick 4 but not live up to those of the i-phone.

The Sidekick comes in two boring colors, blue and brown. All of the features are pretty much the same as the ones before in the series, except for picture messaging. The phone also has a Myspace application built in. Nothing about the Sidekick LX really sets it apart from the Sidekick 4, and nothing about it really compares to the i-phone.

The Sidekick LX is available exclusively from T-Mobile and is retailing for $299.99. I say, keep your Sidekick 4 or just go get an i-phone.


Features and product details from www.tmobile.com:

Swivel Screen
Bluetooth® wireless technology
E-mail
Full QWERTY keyboard
Picture messaging
Text messaging
Real web browsing
1.3 Megapixel camera
Calendar
External caller ID
MegaTones®, Wallpaper, HiFi Ringers®, & Games
Games
Phone book
Speakerphone
Speed dial
Music player
myFaves capable
Personal Information Mgr
Micro SD memory slot


Size:
5.1 x 2.4 x 0.9 inches
Weight:
5.7 ounces
Included battery:
1540mAh Lion
Talk time:
Up to 6 hours
Standby time:
Up to 4 days
Band (frequency):
850 MHz;900 MHz;1800 MHz;1900 MHz