subject: The Revolutionary Mytouch 3g Slide [print this page] . The 3G Slide is a conserative choice for the average phone consumer who are not interested in obtaining a phone with overly complex technology.
The myTouch 3G Slide comes packed with a variety of features to accomodate both new and established smart phone users, including Google's new Android 2.1 operating system and a physical keyboard. However, it also supports a range of add ons designed to let consumers get the most out of their smart phone purchase, and MyTouch 3G Slide accessories like cases and screen protectors are great complimentary pieces for the phone. The MyTouch 3G Slide is a sturdy phone, and feels like it in your hands. At 4.6 inches long and weighing 5.8 ounces, this phone is easy and convenient to take around with you. However, myTouch 3G Slide cases are still a good idea, as you never know when you might accidentally drop your smart phone while on the go.
Perhaps the best thing about the new myTouch 3G Slide is the full QWERTY keyboard it comes with. While more and more smart phones manufacturers these days have opted to go with virtual keyboards, the Slide remains loyal to the physical keyboard. The keys are conveniently laid out, making the keyboard easy to use and reducing the risk of errors. But for those who elect to transition to a virtual keyboard, they can activate it on the 3G Slide and type in portrait or landscape mode at their convenience.
Above the physical keyboard is the Slide's 3.4 inch touch screen. The screen is both clear and bright and offers an HVGA resolution, which is a good offering for a beginner's smart phone. The screen is responsive and also offers support for pinch to zoom features. It's always recommended you purchase a screen protector for your myTouch 3G Slide from retail stores or online vendors.
Beyond the QWERTY keyboard and the touch screen, another bonus of the T-Mobile MyTouch 3G Slide is that it comes with Google's Android operating system. This is the newest iteration of the operating system Google offers, but when Android 2.2 (Froyo) becomes available later in the year, it will be easy to update the Slide through its online wireless internet capabilities. The current version offers more than enough features for all but the most demanding smart phone users, including a full HTML web browser, numerous Google services such as mail and maps, as well as speech to text.
