Product Review
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The latest additions to Eten’s line of Windows Mobile based phones-X610, which is the successor of Eten X600 with similar look but packs a lot of features in it. Like, the new one is running on Windows Professional 6.1 and packs the full SPB Shell personalized interface...And you must be burned with curiosity over what are the significant changes after ACER acquired glofiish in this affordable Windows 6.1 device. Let’s check it out!
It comes with a battery, a charger, a data cable, 2 styluses, a handsfree headset, a CD ROM and a user’s guide as well as a wrist strap.
The new Eten X610 looks alike its predecessor the X600, with the glossy look and feel solid definitely an eye candy, however, it is also a fingerprint magnet.
The new Eten got rid of a full row of keys from its face compare with the X600. It remains the accept/reject call keys, GPS and one providing access to the QuickBar shortcuts menu only. They are with tactile feedback.
The bottom part of the phone contains the microphone, microSD card slot, mini USB port and the telescopic stylus. Unfortunately, you have to take off the stylus before release the back cover.
The volume rocker, voice commander, the small soft reset button and the 2.5mm headset jack are on the left side of the phone.
2 megapixel fixed-focus camera with flash is located at the back of the phone. And it is secure in the hand and fit well in a pocket with its rubbery-like back.
The User interface of X610. The new Eten features the full version of SPB Mobile Shell, just like the one in HTC Touch. It definitely looks good. It got large buttons and icons to make it easier to use with your finger.
The X610 runs the latest version of the Windows Mobile Professional 6.1. Inside is a 400 MHz Samsung SC3 2442 processor. And there is a shortage of memory hamper with 128 MB ROM only. Normally, the Windows Mobile should have 256 MB ROM.
The new Eten has a built-in GPS receiver with SiRFstarIII chipset which is doubles as a personal navigation device.
The battery life of X610 is reasonable but if you are a keen user of Wi-Fi you might find you need to charge daily. The personalized interface offers plenty of ways to get to your favorite applications easily with one hand, and looks pretty good. It features Window Windows Mobile Professional 6.1, Wi-Fi and GPS but in a reasonable price. The X610 is definitely a good choice and worth considering if you're on a tight budget.
Eten glofiish X610 Video Review
