| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $30.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 260 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2008, July. Released 2008, July |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 109 x 46 x 14.7 mm (4.29 x 1.81 x 0.58 in) |
| Weight | 86 g (3.25 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~20.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density) | |
| Features |
Screensavers and wallpapers Downloadable logos |
|
| Platform | OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 7.5MB | |
| Phonebook | Yes | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | No | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones, composer | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | Proprietary | |
| Features | Features |
Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 940 mAh battery |
| Charging |
35W wired 7.5W reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.54 W/kg (head) 1.13 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 30 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Motorola W388
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Motorola W388 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 940mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Motorola W388 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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