It’s finally here: Dell’s initial offering into the U.S. cell market makes a mark already as one of the lightest smartphones on the market. Or maybe it should be said that the Dell Aero barely makes a mark at all, weighing only 3.67 oz.
Compare that to the iPhone 4 at 4.8 ounces. Dell has apparently made a way to shave nearly one quarter of the weight off of a mobile unit, while still offering top of the line features.
The Dell Aero comes with a 3.5” touch screen and operates on the Android platform, complete with apps such as YouTube, Facebook, Android Market and Quick Office.
There’s also a 5-megapixel camera with advanced features for both shooting and editing. A full browser allows you to keep up with social media, check your mobile email and surf the web, while answering your emails or using the GPS. Hands free capabilities are here, as is Wi-Fi access at hot spots.
The Value of a Lightweight
Some newer smartphone users wonder about the benefits of a lighter mobile. Is it more fragile? Prone to getting left behind? What’s the inherent value in a phone that won’t weigh you down?
When operating your mobile much like a personal computer, as these units give you the capability to do, one ounce can become fairly hefty. One hand operation makes any differences much more noticeable.
And this indispensable unit won’t likely leave your side. Who wants to be weighed down any more than we already have to be?
Does Dell Aero Deliver Otherwise
Some reviewers are remarking not only on the Aero’s lighter weight, but its slower, out of date performance.
These complaints stem from the Android 1.5, an outdated mobile operating system that Dell opted to use in the Aero. Why? That’s the question techies are asking around the country and Dell hasn’t responded with anything but more boasts about the slim design and lightness.
Android 1.5 came out in April 2009 (yes, that’s 2009) and the OS has seen four major upgrades since then. So despite the bells, whistles and weight loss Dell has achieved with the Aero, the mobile operating system is lacking. And that’s a heavy matter for many users.
Available for a Deal
The Dell Aero may be slower but it does offer impressive features in a slick, slim and svelte design. With a price tag of $99 with a 2-year AT&T plan this smartphone is sure to attract more than a few who are ready to walk around with a little less baggage.
What are your thoughts on the new phone? Do you notice the difference between the weight of phones? Let us know by leaving a comment!
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What took Dell so long to enter the U.S. market? Sounds like it was worth the wait, though.
I agree that the lightweight phones are a great development…pretty soon the phone will be so light it will feel like part of your hand!