Pantech C740 Matrix Phone, Navy (AT&T) | 
| Brand: Pantech
Category: Wireless
List Price: $299.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 1621
Color: Navy
Media: Wireless Phone
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
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Model: C740 Matrix
UPC: 843124001283
ASIN: B001HX36DM
Release Date: October 14, 2008
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| Features:
| • | Quad-band/3G phone in blue with innovative dual slide/double keyboard design | | • | Compatible with AT&T Navigator GPS, Video Share, AT&T Mobile Music, and streaming video from Cellular Video service | | • | 1.3-megapixel camera (with video capture); Bluetooth stereo music streaming; MicroSD memory expansion; access to personal email and instant messaging | | • | Up to 3 hours of talk time, up to 240 hours (10 days) of standby time | | • | Includes: handset, battery, charger, quick start guide, user manual |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Designed to make messaging faster and easier than ever before, the Pantech Matrix features a cool convertible design that slides up to access the alpha-numeric keypad and slides sideways to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard. You'll be able to quickly download video, music and more over AT&T's lightning quick HSPDA 3G network. Additionally, this GPS-enabled phone can access the AT&T Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as its Video Share serve, which enables you to send video of yourself to another compatible phone while making a voice call. Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera, Bluetooth for handsfree devices and stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion, access to instant messaging on the go, and up to 3 hours of talk time. AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T's 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the dual-band UMTS 850/1900 MHz network (also known as WCDMA), making it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services. It also gives AT&T the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services. In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it's fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go. You'll also enjoy quad-band GSM connectivity, which allows you to make calls in more than 190 countries and access data applications in the more than 135 countries where AT&T offers international data roaming. With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Video Share service, which enables you to send a live, one-way video stream to another compatible phone during a standard voice call. The service also allows you to switch the direction of the video stream during the same phone call. (Customers must be in an area served by the company's 3G network and have a Video Share-enabled phone.) A majority of users in the architecture, engineering and construction industries rated the ability to share live video through Video Share highly, according to research commissioned by AT&T. Video Share lets you see progress on a job site or review the day's work without having to drive from an office or other site to do so. You can take advantage of the AT&T Navigator GPS software and service, a full-featured premium navigation application that includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search. With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service and the Internet while on the go. Cellular Video features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. And you get access to AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the, access the Napster subscription music service, stream music video, discover what's playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what's hot with The Buzz music news portal. (A MEdia Max subscription bundle is recommended for accessing AT&T's Internet, video, and music services.) The phone has a built-in web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's MEdia Net service enables you to receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more. 
The innovative dual slide design offers both a full QWERTY keyboard and numeric keypad, and the Matrix comes in red, green, and blue. | Phone Features
The Pantech Matrix features the unique dual-sliding, double-keypad design found on its sibling, the popular Pantech Duo smartphone. When holding the Matrix in a wide, landscape orientation, the QWERTY keyboard slides open for typing out email, IMs, and text messages. And the drop-down numeric keypad is ideal for sending quick texts and dialing on the run. A flip of the wrist initiates either keyboard to address any mobile need. The Matrix's lean design houses both keypads and a large 2.2-inch, 262K-color screen in a device that measures just 0.78 inches thick, 4 inches tall, and 2 inches wide. The front of the face also includes a scroll wheel and dedicated music key in addition to standard send/end and soft navigation keys. The internal 45 MB memory can be expanded via MicroSD memory cards up to 4 GB in size. The internal phonebook can store up to 1000 contact entries, and it supports caller groups and ringer/photo ID. Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 1.2), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server. Other features include: - 1.3-megapixel camera captures still photos and video clips (maximum length based on available memory)
- Messaging: SMS text and MMS picture/video
- Instant messaging and personal email via AOL, Windows Live, and Yahoo!
- T9 predictive text entry
- Multi-lingual support: English, French, Spanish
- Organizer tools: Alarm, calendar, to-do, calculator
- Ringtones: 72-chord polyphonic and MP3
- Pre-loaded games, with more available for download from AT&T
- Flight mode
- USB connectivity, supports USB mass storage
- Bluetooth version 1.2 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures)
Vital Statistics
The Pantech Matrix weighs 4.66 ounces and measures 4.02 x 1.97 x 0.78 inches. Its 920 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3 hours of talk time, and up to 240 hours of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as AT&T's 850/1900 MHz 3G frequencies (UMTS/HSDPA).
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 Think twice before you buy a Matrix December 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased this phone to make texting easier. For that purpose, it is a nice phone. However, after having the phone for 3 days, it slipped off my dresser (onto a carpeted floor) and the screen cracked. I have read other instances of the screen cracking while in the users pocket. I would recommend buying the insurance if you choose this phone.
Another annoying thing with the Matrix is the AT&T addresses (AT&T Now, etc...) in the address book cannot be deleted. Seems like this could be fixed with a software update.
 Pantech C740 Matrix- Navy December 15, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased this as a first phone for my 12 year old son. So far it's been a good choice. The features are more than adequate without being overkill. It's not really a smart phone however and synchronizing data is limited. Better to just put any music and photos on a storage card via card reader and then pop it in the phone.
In order to better maintain parental controls and keep usage costs down, I elected to have a wix block placed on the phone. This prevents data usage. It does allow for SMS texts however and that's fine. Since we have unlimited family text plan, we are able to encourage more concise communication and spend less time using voice minutes. Since kids his age would rather message each other anyway, this arraignment works well. The Pantech C740 works fine for this.
 This phone is great! December 11, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was going to write a review on att but they are down for maintenance, so thought I would write one hear. Got this phone about 2 weeks ago and love it. I love the double slider, the keyboard is small but I love it that way. Might not be too great for a guy though. Phone calls are very clear, and I love the mp3 player. I had trouble finding headphones, and was about to get another phone cause I wanted headphones to listen to music, but I found some at the att store. Just so everyone knows, if you find headphones that say they are compatible with the duo, they will work for this to. They have the same connector. I have internet on my phone, which I do suggest getting. There is not much you can do with any phone now a days without it, unless you just want it for texting and calling. I wanna say that I have read all these reviews saying the battery life sucks and has to be charged everyday. I think the battery is fine. I have had 4 phones, and had to charge them all everynite, and so does everyone else I know with a cell. I would like to know what other phones people had before this one. If you are on it everyday, and searching the net and stuff, then yes, when you go to bed at nite, you will have to charge your phone. Don't think thats a big deal since you are sleeping anyway. I will say the camera kinda sucks, not to bad if your outside, but every little movement makes it blurry. Not a big deal for me though cause I just take a few pics to use as wallpaper. There is no zoom on the camera though and the directions say there is. It was a misprint or something I guess. One thing I really love about this phone is the memory. I already has a bunch, plus a slot for a memory card to hold more. One thing I don't like is that you can't have ringtones more than 300 kb, which sucks. But from what I hear, this is the case with all phones with an mp3 player ( unless its a gophone.) All in all, this is such an awesome phone, and I'm so glad I got it! Go buy this phone, you won't be disappointed!
It's okay but... November 17, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bought this phone about a month ago. I switched from a Motorola Razr V3xxx to this phone because I thought the sliding and full keyboard was really cool. I have service with AT&T. So far it's a great phone except for the battery life and the camera. The battery dies a lot quicker than the one on my Razr and the camera is REALLY not good indoors or in low light. Other than that, really cool phone. If I could buy a battery that lasted longer that would be awesome. I don't really use the camera that much except to add pictures for my wallpaper.
Nice Design but Beware - FRAGILE November 12, 2008
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
By the other review on here so far the Matrix is looking less than bullet proof which I can verify from personal experience.
We purchased the Matrix the first week it was out for our daughter. I personally was leaning towards the ugly yet very tough Samsung Rugby but gave in after seeing the functionality of the Matrix.
Unfortunately my daughter dropped it about two feet onto a carpeted floor while the screen was up and the lcd cracked in the first week. Once it was cracked, it only got worse and within days most of the screen was unreadable. Luckily we had insurance and it has been replaced and it now lives in a zippered hard case anytime it is not being used until someone comes out with a functional case like the Monaco aluminum case available for the Duo (i am told this case will not work with the Matrix despite how close they are in size).
Other than that, it really is a great design for texting and call performance appears to be fine although she does not use it much.
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