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Review: Motorola MC35 ENTERPRISE DIGITAL ASSISTANT

Motorola’s track record for combining sophistication with durability isn’t great. (See: RAZR.) But they redeem themselves with the MC35. This PDA/cell phone hybrid not only houses a speedy Intel 416 MHz processor, but also withstood 3 consecutive 6-foot drops and a splash of beer without any loss in performance. We would have liked more RAM […]
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Rating:

9/10

WIRED
The ultimate gadget for outdoor productivity. Solid frame and non-slip design. Runs Windows Mobile 5.0 Premium Phone Edition. Large 2.8-inch QVGA screen easy to read in direct sunlight. Versatile 2.0 megapixel camera doubles as barcode scanner. Loud and clear speakerphone. Integrated GPS and SDIO slot.
TIRED
Tough for a PDA, but not military or industrially certified for water, shock, or dust. Uninspired gray monotone design.

Motorola's track record for combining sophistication with durability isn't great. (See: RAZR.) But they redeem themselves with the MC35. This PDA/cell phone hybrid not only houses a speedy Intel 416 MHz processor, but also withstood 3 consecutive 6-foot drops and a splash of beer without any loss in performance. We would have liked more RAM and a higher res screen-especially for the price. But it's hard to complain, given the inclusion of EDGE, 802.11(b and g), and Bluetooth connectivity, solid push email performance, and extras like an integrated flashlight.