The slim smartphone -- a re-branded version of the HTC Excalibur -- boasts quad-band GSM, EDGE, and Wi-Fi connectivity, along with Bluetooth, memory expansion, and a 1.3-megapixel camera.
Editors' note: Click here to read our full review of the T-Mobile Dash.
 A pleasure to hold and to use for typing and messaging, the T-Mobile Dash finds itself somewhere between the larger and slower Motorola Q and the smaller, more nimble Cingular 3125. With a few simple additions, especially a trackwheel for quicker navigation, the Dash could easily edge out Moto's slim smartphone. Messaging options (including push e-mail and instant messaing) are impressive, the well-implemented Wi-Fi support is a great addition, and multimedia options are strong thanks to the mobile version of Windows Media Player. That said, we were disappointed by the Dash's mediocre calling quality and inability to edit Office documents.
Specifications
Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone Edition
Wi-Fi
1.3-megapixel camera
Bluetooth
microSD memory expansion
AOL, MSN, and Yahoo instant messaging
Integrated music player
Voice tagging
Speakerphone
2.4-inch, 65,000-color LCD
Measures 4.4 by 2.5 by 0.5 inches; 4.2 ounces
Price and availability
The T-Mobile Dash is available from T-Mobile for $150 with a contract and an instant discount of $150. A mail-in rebate of $50 is available, when signing up for a qualifying plan.
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