Motorola i776w Purple

Made to be a successor to the Moto i730, the i776w integrates a support for Nextel’s DirectConnect Walkie Talkie service. Along with Nextel’s new DirectTalk service, the user is given an option for off network phone-to-phone communication. An extended battery life lets you cruise through the day communicating with your most important contacts as well as organizing your social life. Battery information and picture caller ID can both be seen from the external and the larger displays. Hands free communication is integrated with the speaker phone functionality and the ability to stream stereo through a wireless Bluetooth technology. The color display affords a nice video and gaming experience in your leisure time. For texting capabilities, the device incorporates SMS, MMS for picture and video messaging and a web based email client. It is also possible to browse the internet with the built-in Openwave 7 browser. The Java application platform supports your downloadable games.

Bottom Line: Ease of communication is what the i776w strives at but this in a most stylish manner. Greater personalization is achieved by the device’s ability to support polyphonic and MP3 ringtones. As much as it is meant for your personal organization and social connections, the phone can also convert to a gaming device with your favorite downloadable games. A mini USB port lets you synchronize your PC music with that on your mobile’s music library. Directions are offered step by step with the integrated GPS and its support for the Sprint Navigation. The i776 is a great work horse with the extended battery life which can hold power up to 3 days on standby.