AT&T’s Matrix Pro has been around for some time…which means that most analysts are expected to be finished with their reviews. BrightHand was the first site to start off with a first-impressions post, and has now posted the full review.
They generally liked the device:
The dual sliders on the Matrix Pro are nice, and let you have the best of both worlds–you have a full keyboard for texting but also separate number keys, which is a nice feature. The rounded edges and mirror finish are appealing and attractive, and the overall performance of the device (aside from the camera) is very good.
Most of this smartphone’s shortcomings relate to specific aspects of the hardware; most notably these are the thick overall form factor, the proprietary charge/sync port, the missing headphone jack, the too-smooth number pad, the slightly lower than average phone quality, and the slightly distorted external speakers. All of these annoyances are small, but they do add up.
All in all, the Pantech Matrix Pro is a nicely designed device, but it isn’t for everyone. It’s considerably larger than many other phones, and the call quality isn’t as good as I expected. It would make a good choice for someone who is more interested in texting than talking or who isn’t concerned about having the slimmest, sleekest phone. Taken another way, you could say that it is the jack of all trades, but the master of few–or none.
Get the full scoop here:
http://www.brighthand.com/default.asp?newsID=15073&review=Pantech+Matrix+Pro
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