Typical price: £320
What is it: Windows Mobile touchscreen smart phone
What we think: The highs are pretty high but the lows are pretty low -- unfortunately, that combo won't compete well
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 15 October 2008
Tags: storage, microSD, camera, CPU, headset
We like:
Sharp VGA touchscreen; over-the-air software updates; HSDPA support, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and GPS
We don't like:
Velocity Odyssey user interface isn't intuitive; expensive
CNET UK judgement:
Though the Velocity 103 offers a lot in the features department, the Windows Mobile smart phone is going to have a tough time competing in the market space because of its difficult interface, performance issues and high price tag
Full review:
Recognising that Windows Mobile isn't the easiest operating system to master, mobile newcomer Velocity Mobile developed the Velocity Odyssey interface (somewhat similar to HTC's TouchFlo), where you can access your frequently used applications through a shortcuts toolbar and perform actions with various finger swipes. The whole idea behind it was to create an easy-to-use experience and offer an extra level of personalisation to match your smart phone to your lifestyle. Continue Reading...
Latest user reviews
Do you own this product? What do you think of it?
Tell us what you think
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Special Offers from our Sponsors
Latest Mobile phone Reviews
BlackBerry Storm 2
Clicking touchscreen may be useful for clumsy people, but ditching the Qwerty keyboard has its drawbacks
INQ Mini 3G
Sluggish at times, and not the easiest phone to use, but it offers a great range of features at a low price
BlackBerry Bold 9700
Has everything that makes the BlackBerry format great, but other smart phones offer more innovation
on Mobile Phones
Pre-release 'Motorola Droid' turns up on eBay
Desperate for a brand new Motorola Droid? Fret not, because someone's listing a pre-release model, or something purporting as such, on the auction site eBay
More:
