March 3rd, 2008
Verizon SMT5800 Review by CNET
No CommentsThe Verizon Wireless SMT5800 comes packaged with an AC adapter, a USB cable, an audio adapter, a soft carrying case, and reference material.
The Verizon Wireless SMT5800 comes packaged with an AC adapter, a USB cable, an audio adapter, a soft carrying case, and reference material.
The front keys are too small: Texting and dialing numbers was more uncomfortable than on the dual-sliding duo, and the Send and End buttons are tiny.
Pro: Great design, good keyboard, bright and sharp display. Fast for a WinMo smartphone with a fast CPU.
Con: Battery life is so-so. No WiFi and no GPS for power users and travelers. No Java VM and not easy to add one.
The SMT5800 supports the wireless Bluetooth 2.0 standard and A2DP protocol for stereo music.
Verizon SMT5800 Cell Phone:
The sliding keyboard provides a familiar interface and allows for quick and efficient input of information, and the slide-to-hide form factor eliminates bulkiness for a sleek and stylish design. It measures just 0.7 inches thin and weighs a svelte 4.2 ounces.

The 2.4-inch color LCD automatically orients itself depending on how you hold the phone. It displays 65,000 colors and has a 320 x 240-pixel resolution.