Display:640 x 480 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~211 ppi density)
Camera:2 MP
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Released:Cancelled
The Ultimate 7150: An Unreleased Gem from i-mate
In 2007, i-mate announced the release of their newest device - the Ultimate 7150. Anticipation and excitement buzzed around this phone, with its sleek design and advanced features. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the device was ultimately cancelled, leaving many disappointed fans. Today, we take a look at what could have been with the Ultimate 7150.
Design and Dimensions
The Ultimate 7150 was certainly a showstopper with its slim and stylish design. Weighing in at just 180g and with a thickness of 18mm, it was light and easily portable. Its dimensions of 110 x 74 x 18 mm made it comfortable to hold and operate, even with one hand. The phone featured a QWERTY keyboard, perfect for those who prefer physical keys for typing. It also had a mini-SIM slot, making it compatible with most networks.
Display and Platform
The display on the Ultimate 7150 was ahead of its time, with a TFT resistive touchscreen and 256K colors. It also boasted a second OLED display, measuring 2.2 inches and displaying 128 x 128 pixels. The handwriting recognition feature made navigating the phone a breeze. Running on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional and powered by an Intel Bulverde 520 MHz processor, the phone promised smooth performance.
Memory and Camera
The device had 128MB RAM and 256MB ROM, which was considered quite impressive at the time. It also had a microSD slot for expandable storage. In terms of cameras, it had a 2 MP main camera and a VGA videocall camera for selfies. The video recording feature added even more value to the phone.
Connectivity and Features
The Ultimate 7150 supported GSM and HSPA networks, with speed up to HSPA. It also had Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/e/i and Bluetooth 2.0 for wireless connectivity. Other features included a file manager, voice memo, and MP3/AAC/AAC+/WMA/OGG/AMR player.
Battery and Additional Details
The phone had a removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery, which was decent for that time. It came in a sleek and classy silver color and was priced at around 300 EUR. Unfortunately, the device never made it to the market, leaving many disappointed.
Although the Ultimate 7150 was never released, it still remains a much-talked-about device among tech enthusiasts. It was certainly a promising phone, with advanced features and a stunning design. i-mate may have cancelled its release, but the Ultimate 7150 will continue to hold a special place in the hearts of those who were eagerly anticipating its arrival.
