| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $14.99 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 90 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2003, Q3 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 87 x 47 x 22 mm, 77 cc (3.43 x 1.85 x 0.87 in) |
| Weight | 97 g (3.42 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | CSTN, 4096 colors |
| Resolution | 128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio | |
| Features | Second display B/W (96 x 32 pixels) Downloadable screensavers, wallpapers | |
| Platform | OS | FeaturePhone |
| CPU | 624 MHz | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 500 | |
| Call records | 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Triple | 3.15 MP, AF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 0.3 MP, Primary Camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input (iTAP) Organizer Voice memo/dial |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Big2, BubbleTea, PacificStorm | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 220 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Silver, Blue |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Motorola V290
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
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Motorola V290 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. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Motorola V290 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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