Motorola and Sprint are marketing it as a rugged device that can stand up to some tough environmental tests, including water, wind-blown dust and other weather events.

Craig Galbraith, Editorial Director

July 22, 2010

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Motorola i1 Debuts at Boost Mobile; Sprint-Bound July 25

Sprint is rolling out the brand-new Motorola i1 smartphone online this coming Sunday, July 25. If youd prefer a prepaid plan, you can pick it up now at Boost Mobile retail outlets. Not in a hurry?  Youll find it in Sprint retail stores on August 8.

The i1 is the latest Android-based smartphone in whats becoming a crowded market, but this one could be a bargain. Unlike most smartphones that debut at $199, the i1 is available for $149.99 after rebates and if you sign up for a two-year service agreement.

Key specifications include:

  • Push e-mail syncs business and personal e-mail, calendar and contacts

  • Multimedia suite includes a 5MP camera and 3.1 HVGA display

  • Web access, with availability of thousands of applications from the Android market

  • PTT toggle option allows multitasking to view e-mail, messaging and more while talking

  • GPS

Wireless enthusiasts got a chance to see the i1 for the first time at the CTIA show earlier this year. Motorola and Sprint are marketing it as a rugged device that can stand up to some tough environmental tests, including water, wind-blown dust and other weather events. Its also supposed to be able to withstand drops better than other phones. In other words, it can take a licking, but keep on surfing.

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Craig Galbraith

Craig Galbraith

Editorial Director, Channel Futures

Craig Galbraith is the editorial director for Channel Futures, joining the team in 2008. Before that, he spent more than 11 years as an anchor, reporter and managing editor in television newsrooms in North Dakota and Washington state. Craig is a proud Husky, having graduated from the University of Washington. He makes his home in the Phoenix area.

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