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 The Blast could have been a better phone. With a snazzier interface, and robust yet simple messaging options, the Blast could have been a much more interesting messaging phone. We might quibble about the keypad, but the SureType layout works for us, so we'd like to see it pop up on more phones. Still, messaging phones are a special breed, appealing to a younger, more hip audience, and the interface needs to reflect that. Also, except for business users, we can't imagine an audience looking for advanced messaging options, but minimal multimedia. As it stands, the Blast feels like a first generation product, and we'd like to see a refinement once T-Mobile finally rolls out its 3G network. Release: August 2007. Price: $100.
Pros: SureType keypad is better than numeric for messaging. Full range of messaging options, including IM, e-mail and SMS. Nice color scheme.
Cons: Keys are a bit flat, shaped oddly. Call quality was average at best. Messaging options lack compelling interface. Multimedia options are very basic.
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