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Motorola MILESTONE#7943

Released: 2009

Motorola MILESTONE

Overall Score

16.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7943)16.9
Performance(#7710)34.7
Camera(#9729)12.5
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#7869)14.0
Build(#4354)14.2
Connectivity(#7253)28.3
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Motorola MILESTONE features a compact design with dimensions of 115.8 x 60 x 13.7 mm and a weight of 165g, making it portable yet sturdy.
  • Its 3.7-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 265 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a 600 MHz Cortex-A8 CPU and a PowerVR SGX530 GPU, paired with 256MB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, but it does not support optical image stabilization and records video at 480p.
  • Battery capacity stands at 1400mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo), offering basic smartphone functionality.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The MILESTONE includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio experience.
  • Overall, it combines essential features for basic smartphone use, though it may feel limited by modern standards.
  • Special features are minimal, focusing primarily on core functionalities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2009
Announced2009
DescriptionDistributed as Motorola DROID in the USA

Display

Size3.7"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPU600 MHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX530
Memory133MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@24fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery (BP6X)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions115.8 x 60 x 13.7 mm (4.56 x 2.36 x 0.54 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SAR1.49 W/kg (head)     1.50 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 10.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, Motonav software

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass