What is it: Pocket PC with FM radio and GPS
What we think: Small, light and packs quite a punch
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 January 2007
Tags: O2, O2 XDA Orbit, PCs, navigation software, navigation
We like:
Small and tidy in the hand and pocket; built-in GPS; FM radio; neat mini trackball; good battery life
We don't like:
No 3.5mm headset slot; difficult to get at the flash memory slot
You might also need:
microSD cards
CNET UK judgement:
The XDA Orbit is one of those Pocket PC phones that seems to have more built in than its tiny frame should ever manage to hold together. In fact, it isn't much bigger than your average mobile phone
Full review:
If you've read our review of T-Mobile's MDA Compact III you may get a sense of déjà vu with O2's XDA Orbit, as the devices look similar and share many features. But the Orbit is the first XDA model to come with built-in GPS and bundled navigation software, so T-Mobile needs to start watching its back and keeping a close eye on what O2 is up to. Continue Reading...
O2 XDA Orbit History
19 Jan 2007 in Digital Living
This Pocket PC has everything, including built-in sat-nav, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a camera and even a mobile phone. Could it be the ultimate all-in-one device?
Latest user reviews
September 28, 2007
Posted by: doops
"Entirely delightful"
March 13, 2007
Posted by: w k
"Entirely delightful"
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