Pantech Matrix PRO unboxed on video

Pantech's Matrix PRO is certainly an interesting update on the original Pantech Duo, and although we're not super-intrigued by a handset that can't be updated to Windows Mobile 6.5, we're not going to let that get in the way of some unboxing good times -- and they must be good, because PocketNow's Brandon Miniman sounds delighted in this video. We won't hold you back -- it's after the break.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 8:40AM]

FUGLY

wake me up when the new iPhone's out!

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:48AM]

you mean two while i cant say much else there will be the iphone ganum which will be very powerful and the iphone lite which will be smaller

[Sea Urchin Posted Feb 20th 2009 8:42AM]

Boring...............let's unbox something interesting.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 8:45AM]

Not bad

[Luppers Posted Feb 20th 2009 8:49AM]

"IE 6.5 totally let us down..."
"We aren't intrigued by something that isn't upgradable to winmo 6.5"

Is John Kerry the new editor and chief of Engadget, or did you go right for Flipper the dolphin?

[l3it3r Posted Feb 20th 2009 9:10AM]

Even if they never release an "official" update for this phone (and others like the Diamond or Touch Pro) for Windows Mobile 6.5, you'll still be able to run it. I've tried the 6.5 Beta on my HTC Fuze / Touch Pro already and it's certainly interesting. I'm sticking with 6.1 for now though, but maybe my Kaiser (ATT Tilt) will get the 6.5 Treatment for now...

[Luppers Posted Feb 20th 2009 9:28AM]

Do you run the Fuze, Verizon or Sprint?
Reason being, the modified Sprint TP OS is awesomely refined in comparison.

[l3it3r Posted Feb 20th 2009 11:27AM]

I use the ATT Fuze, not running stock ROM. I've compared my modified Fuze to my friend's Stock TP and the TP fails in every way. Get a modifed ROM on your Fuze ASAP if you have one, it makes it 100,000 times more useful and MUCH faster.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:22AM]

well where are we?

have to say this is the sought after pantech duo 2. well i really liked the matrix and i like this one even more

ok secondly i is a little thick but better than the ocean 2

lastly is att's plan to release pro versions of all their messaging phones? it may be because they have the propel pro and the matrix pro

well i know i am getting one

Please visit my site at touchhacker.com

If you have questions or comments about phones email me at [e-mail]

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:23AM]

i sure hope you can upgrade this to 6.5 (please microsoft/att/pantech let us!)

[Ineed911 Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:23AM]

I am confused... In your editorial "Ten reasons why Windows Mobile 6.5 misses the mark", you (engadget) seem to be suggesting that there is no need to upgrade to 6.5 - so why does lack of upgradability (sp?) matter now?

I am merely saying this as it seems to be contradictory to a previous position, and it seems to be a pop-shot at this device for the wrong reason. This looks like a pretty decent device - even though it is a little chubby.

[Donald Posted Feb 22nd 2009 4:53AM]

It's Engadget, they rarely ever make sense, except when it comes to Apple & how great they are.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:46AM]

"insert matrix pro into sleeve for protection"
i snickered at that

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 11:09AM]

well this is the rumored pantech duo 2 i saw last year from th FCC

anyway i will get this phone it looks pretty cool

I wonder if it is able to be upgrade to wibnmo 6.5, I sure hope it is

i will get this the day it comes out

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if you have questions email me at [e-mail]

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 11:53AM]

I am 98% sure that I have seen this phone being sold in a nefarious technology shop in Canal street, on my holiday to NYC at the beginning of January.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 12:09PM]

wow thats kind of scary what shop?

[GON Posted Feb 20th 2009 12:59PM]

Adam, email me at [e-mail] if you have any questions.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 20th 2009 4:04PM]

gon your email isnt working

if you need to talk to me my email is [e-mail]

[Rohan Singh Posted Feb 20th 2009 10:24PM]

Hahahahaha. Epic fail.

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 21st 2009 3:21PM]

no offense but F U!!!

[(Unverified) Posted Feb 24th 2009 2:33PM]

Specifications

* Dimensions: 4.17 x 2.0 x 0.85 inches
* Weight: 4.3 ounces
* Battery Details: 1320mAh Li-polymer battery
* Talk Time: Up to 3 hours
* Standby Time: Up to 10.4 days
* Technology: GSM/GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA*
* Frequency: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (GSM/GPRS/EDGE); 850/1900/2100 MHz (UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA)*
* Operating System: Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
* Memory: 256 MB ROM and 128 MB RAM with microSD expandable memory (sold separately)
* Display: 2.4 inches; QVGA screen; 240 x 320 pixels
* Sliding 12 key and QWERTY keyboard
* *3G service is not available in all areas

Voice & Calling

* Speakerphone
* Voice Command
* Voice Dialing

Messaging

* Mobile Email*
* Text Messaging -- send/receive short messages*
* Multimedia Messaging -- send/receive messages comprised of text and images*
* Mobile Instant Messaging -- send/receive messages in real time using AOL® Instant Messenger, Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo!® Messenger (available via MEdia Net download)*
* MEdia Net Internet Browsing -- gives you access to email, Web sites, games and more on your wireless phone*
* *AT&T service required

Software & Connectivity

* Stereo Bluetooth® v2.0 capable
* MicroSD Memory Card support -- store songs and other media files up to 32GB (microSD card sold separately)
* aGPS supports AT&T Navigator -- for turn by turn navigation*
* Tether to your laptop as a high-speed modem*
* *AT&T service required

Organization

* Alarm Clock
* Calendar
* Notepad
* Calculator
* Tasks
* World Time
* Voice Note

Camera & Video

* 2 megapixel camera with up to 4x digital zoom
* CV -- watch streaming video on your device*
* Video Share -- share a live or recorded video during a call*
* *AT&T service required

Personalization & Entertainment

* AT&T Mobile Music -- includes integrated MP3 music player, MusicID, XM Radio and more*
* Windows Media® Player 10 Mobile for music and video on the go
* Audio File Formats -- MP3, WAV, AAC, WMA, and Real® files
* Video File formats -- MPEG4, WMV and more

Included Accessories

* Battery
* Travel Charger
* Data Cable
* 3.5mm Audio Adapter