The Verdict is in for the Motorola Cliq XT

The Motorola Cliq XT was introduced to the world at the 2010 Mobile World Congress. Motorola Cliq XT is the fifth generation of the androids offered by Moto in the U.S. and the fifth ever introduced by T-Mobile. Although the Motorola Cliq XT bears some resemblance to the previous Motorola Cliq, the design puts forth more sleekness and sophistication. We can thank Swype for the on-screen keyboard , and a much more feature-packed connected media player. The Cliq XT does have its' flaws.

The screen is a tad bit smallish and checking out the T-mobile homepage will reveals that it only runs Android 1.5., but the pluses far outnumber the minuses. It's a nice option for consumers who prefer something with a smoother physique than the Cliq and have no problem with the lack of a physical keyboard, still as with most finer things in life, these luxuries will cost you more. According to T-Mobile's website ,the suggested retail price is $399.99.

Design Specifications

The Motorola Cliq XT appears, in my eyes, to be the Cliq minus the physical keyboard, but appearances can be deceiving. The similarities between the two models are far outweighed by the differences between the in terms of design. Let it be noted that the XT is taller, wider, thinner, and lighter than the Cliq when you compare the two inch for inch and ounce for ounce. Having no slide-out keyboard, gives the XT thinner profile so the smartphone slides into a clothing pocket with ease and is on the lighter side in terms of weight yet still has a sturdy feel to it.

Opting for no slide out keyboard also permits the Motorola Cliq XT to be suitable for pocket storage. A peek at the phone's back reveals a texture that is leathery and lends extra toughness to it. T-Mobile and Moto include another back cover so users may opt for a softer touch if the tougher feel is not to their liking. Check out T-Mobile's site for in depth views of the handset. I based my comparisons on measurements obtained from the Macworld website since they have always been an accurate source.