Sprint PCS Phone C290 by Motorola® Fact Sheet

Style and Convenience

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — 04/03/2006, The C290 by Motorola is a stylish and affordable phone that is ideal for customers wanting the convenience of voice communication and Sprint PCS Vision(SM). This phone has a large, vibrant display, and a sleek, compact design, making it a great tool for customers needing to stay connected.

Entertainment

* Sprint PCS Vision capable - Download the latest images, ringers, games, and other applications and make your phone unique to you!
* SMS Text Messaging – Send and receive email, exchange text messages or join a chat room.
* Games – Download graphically enhanced games for one or multiple players that provide hours of entertainment.
* Ringers – Choose from thousands of ringers and identify key callers with Music Tones, ringers of actual songs, movie and TV themes and more.
* Screen Savers – Reflect your interests with thousands of pictures of your favorite TV characters, sports teams, celebrities, artwork and more.
* Web – Check out full-color versions of popular web sites or purchase and download premium applications.

Productivity

* Built-in speakerphone for hands-free operation of the phone.
* Large, vibrant display.
* Predictive Text Input – Compose messages easier and faster with prediction text input using the phone’s built-in dictionary. The iTAP software lets the device predict the text you enter, making sending messages easier and more efficient!
* Voice Memo/Recorder for recording memos, notes and reminders for playback when needed.
* Work on the go with a built-in calendar and scheduler, voice memos and more. This phone also includes a world clock, calculator and alarm clock.
* Customizable Ring Tones and Alerts
* Headset jack accommodates most standard headsets for hands-free operation.
* TTY device capability, allowing anyone who is hearing impaired the ability to communicate.

Specifications

* Dimensions: 1.91” x 3.43” x 0.93”
* Weight: 3.5 ounces.
* 65K color main LCD: 1.1” x 1.38”
* Standard rechargeable Lithium (LiIon) battery provides up to 3.1 hours continuous talk time


About Sprint Nextel
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