| Released in March 2010, the Motorola Backflip sees | | | | screen, hence the name Backflip. An accelerometer |
| the fusion of the Android operating system with the | | | | sensor provides an auto-rotate function which allows |
| manufacturer's hardware. The result is a unique looking | | | | the on screen imagery is to be viewed in both portrait |
| handset which combines both touch screen navigation | | | | and landscape forms dependent upon the orientation |
| with a QWERTY keyboard for efficient text entry. | | | | of the phone. |
| The Backflip provides 256 MB RAM and 512 MB ROM | | | | The dimensions of the Backflip are 108x 53x 15.3 mm |
| as its internal memory. In order to store a large amount | | | | meaning it is a relatively pocket friendly handset |
| of data such as media files, a micro SD slot comes | | | | especially given its light weight of 133 g. Its dimensions |
| with a pre-installed 2 GB memory card. This can | | | | mean it is ideally formed for use with two hands when |
| however, be upgraded to up to 32 GB offering ample | | | | using the QWERTY keyboard, or with one hand when |
| storage for the needs of most users. The internal | | | | using the touch screen navigation system. |
| phonebook can store a seemingly unlimited number of | | | | The Motorola Backflip comes with an impressive 5 |
| entries and features the ever popular Photocall | | | | mega pixel digital camera. This operates at a pixel |
| feature. | | | | resolution of 2560x 1920 pixels providing excellent |
| In order to stay connected on the move, the Motorola | | | | levels of clarity and detail within still images. Autofocus |
| Backflip utilises a range of connectivity options so the | | | | and LED flash are provided to simplify the task of |
| optimum connectivity is achieved dependent upon | | | | taking great quality images even in low lighting |
| location and network coverage. In order to stay | | | | conditions. The popular geo-tagging feature is also |
| connected to cellular networks, class 12 versions of | | | | included, which records the location at which a photo |
| both EDGE & GPRS are utilised. HSDPA provides | | | | was taken thanks to GPS. Video can also be shot |
| access to the Internet at speeds of up to 7.2 mega | | | | using this camera and this is in CIF quality at a rate of |
| bytes per second in areas covered by 3G. A faster | | | | 30 frames per second. |
| Internet connection can be attained thanks to the | | | | A wealth of various features provides stunning |
| inclusion of Wi-Fi Technology which utilises the signals | | | | everyday functionality and versatility within the Backflip. |
| provided by wireless Internet routers, allowing users to | | | | These range from social networking features and a |
| surf the web at faster speeds. Micro USB and | | | | versatile media player to an organiser, document |
| Bluetooth connections are both provided in order to | | | | viewer and voice memo/dial. |
| connect the handset to other devices. | | | | Thanks to its unique styling and impressive |
| The TFT capacitive touchscreen measures 3.1 inches, | | | | specifications, the Android operated Motorola Backflip |
| and offers brilliant display quality of on screen imagery | | | | ticks all the boxes for users who are seeking a unique |
| thanks to the ability to display up to 256K colours | | | | alternative within the current range of available |
| within a pixel layout of 320x 480 pixels. The | | | | Smartphones. |
| QWERTY keyboard "flips" out from behind the | | | | |