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 The T-Mobile Sidekick LX features a swivel-out 3.2-inch screen, full QWERTY keyboard, and 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder (see larger image). |
 The improved Sidekick LX also includes access to streaming online content and GPS-enabled Live Search as well as the ability to add geotag information to photos (see larger image). |
T-Mobile Service
The Sidekick LX operates on GSM 850/900/1800/1900 networks and is compatible with T-Mobile's UMTS/HSDPA 3G network, which operates on the 1700/2100 MHz AWS spectrum. This phone is designed to automatically connect to the best available network (3G or GSM/GPRS/EDGE) to provide faster data speeds when accessing the Web or downloading content from the T-Mobile Web2go content portal. T-Mobile is currently rolling out its 3G network, and it expects by year's end that its high-speed data network will be available in those cities where a majority of its subscribers currently use data services.
In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the via T-Mobile's EDGE network (which stands for "Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution"). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and e-mail on the go.
While this phone is optimized for use with T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network, many of its functions will also work well on the moderate-speed EDGE network. If you plan to access the Internet extensively on your phone, 3G network coverage may serve you best.
Activities that work well on EDGE or 3G networks:
This phone is compatible with T-Mobile's Mobile Backup, a free service that stores your phone's contact information is case your phone is lost, stolen, or damaged, so you do not have re-enter all of your contact information when you get a new phone.
Phone Features
 The Communities screen provides one-click access to your favorite social networking sites. |
 The MySpace app. |
 The Facebook app. |
 The Twitter app. |
The "Communities" section of the Sidekick provides one-click access to the most popular social networking sites, bringing Facebook, MySpace and Twitter directly to you via customized applications that update automatically and put notifications directly on the Sidekick home screen. The GPS-enabled Live Search lets you map your current location and search for a nearby coffee shop or cafe, share favorite spots with friends via integration with Sidekick's messaging capabilities, or view additional search tabs to quickly check real time traffic, gas prices or movie showtimes.
The Sidekick LX also delivers an improved multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera and enhanced video capabilities that make it easy for you to record and share pictures and videos on popular social networking sites. The camera includes an auto-focus function and flash as well as white balance controls, and choice of multiple resolution and quality options. And with GPS capabilities, you'll be able to geotag photos with the exact mapping coordinates where they were shot. The device also includes video capture capabilities. Support for audio and video streaming lets your view and listen to favorite online content from sites like YouTube.
The phone has a 256 MB internal flash memory plus 128 MB RAM, and you can expand the devices memory using optional microSD memory cards (up to 8 GB in size). The phonebook can store a whopping 2000 contacts, with each entry providing multiple fields for phone numbers and e-mail/IM addresses. It also provides support for caller groups and picture/ringer ID.
Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones.
Other features include:
Vital Statistics
The Sidekick LX weighs 6.02 ounces and measures 5.2 x 2.4 x 0.63 inches. Its 1250 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.5 hours of talk time, and up to 192 hours (8 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.
Average Customer Review: 
based on 1 reviews
Not a huge improvement from the original LX.
November 18, 2009
Reviewer: Sergio Lamadrid (Brooklyn, NY) -
I had the original LX for a year before I got this phone. I've had this phone for 2 months now. To be honest I wish I hadn't bought it, just so I could've saved the $250 I spent to get it. While the phone is good, my personal opinion is, is that if you already have the LX, save your money.
Comparing the '09 to the original -
Pros:
Youtube. One of the main reasons I got this phone. I can entertain myself on youtube all day. It's not as advanced as the iPhone, but it does have the basics. Play, pause, fullscreen/normal, volume etc. This is just for basic youtube, don't expect anything flashy.
3G - Enough said. It has 3G Service. Much better, you can even chat on AIM while talking on the phone!
Facebook/Myspace/Twitter apps - Automatically installed, and free. I use facebook all the time, it's a nice little feature when you're on the go.
Better looking design - In my personal opinion the phone design looks a lot nicer, especially the back of the phone.
Much Better Camera - Looks a LOT better than the original LX.
Cons:
Mood lights - One of my favorite things about the old LX, was the lights on the four corners of the phone. They took them off. Just a personal preference of mine, and I know a few others who were dissapointed that the new LX did not have it.
Battery - Now, this might be my battery and not a general issue. However, I noticed that on my old LX, when my phone was low on battery, no matter what I was doing, I would have at MINIMUM 20 minutes to find a charger. Depending on what I was doing, even upto 2 hours. This phone however, once that ! mark appears, you need to RUN to a charger. I've had it where I heard the "battery dying" sound, went to go to the other room and when I came back it was already dead. While the battery life itself IS longer, there's less of a "Warning - Please connect to charger NOW" time.
Not many cons, and definitly the pros outweigh the cons. However, I still personally feel that if you have the old LX, and it's in working condition, to hold onto it. If you can get this phone for less than $200, go for it. If this is your first sidekick in a while; Go for it. Just don't expect much more if you're upgrading from a LX to an LX '09.
Also while it feels that I'm downplaying the phone a lot, don't get me wrong. The phone itself is great. I highly reccomend it to users who want to go on AIM, MSN or Yahoo. There is no AIM/MSN/Yahoo, like on the sidekick.
