Acer X960

NETWORK
Technology GSM / UMTS
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands UMTS 850 / 1900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2009, February. Released 2009, April
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 106.4 x 59 x 13.7 mm (4.19 x 2.32 x 0.54 in)
Weight 131.5 g (4.62 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
DISPLAY
Type TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Size 2.8 inches, 24.3 cm2 (~38.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 640 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~286 ppi density)
Widget-based UI
Handwriting recognition
PLATFORM
OS Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
CPU 533 MHz Samsung S3C 6410
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 128MB RAM, 256MB ROM
MAIN CAMERA
Single 3.15 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
Single VGA
Video
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, SiRF Star III chipset
Radio No
USB miniUSB
FEATURES
Sensors
Browser HTML
MP4/MP3/WMA/WMV player
Document viewer
Photo viewer
Voice memo
Predictive text input
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Po 1530 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 245 h
Talk time Up to 4 h 40 min
MISC
Colors Black
SAR EU 1.32 W/kg (head)
Price About 270 EUR

Acer X960 Overall Review

The Acer X960 emerged as a notable contender in the smartphone market back in February 2009, blending functionality with the emerging technology trends of the time. It was designed to cater to both business and personal use, featuring a compact 2.8-inch touchscreen that promised easy navigation through its Windows Mobile operating system.

Despite its modest screen size, the X960 packed a resolution that was quite impressive for its time, aiming to offer clear visuals for browsing, multimedia, and productivity tasks. At the heart of the device, a 3.15 MP primary camera allowed users to capture photos and videos, a feature that was becoming increasingly standard in smartphones.

The device was powered by a processor capable of handling the basic tasks expected of smartphones then, supported by 128 MB of RAM. While these specifications may seem limited by today’s standards, they were adequate for the era’s mobile software and applications. The Acer X960 also boasted a 1530 mAh battery, which aimed to provide users with lasting power throughout the day.

Storage options on the Acer X960 were in line with the period’s expectations, providing enough space for applications, photos, and media, with the option for expansion via memory card – a crucial feature for many users.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Compact and easy to handle design.
  • Windows Mobile OS offered versatility for business and personal use.
  • Adequate primary camera for basic photography.
  • Expandable storage was a key feature for media and documents.

Cons

  • Limited by the hardware capabilities of the time.
  • The small screen size may not appeal to users accustomed to larger displays.
  • The operating system has since become outdated, with limited app compatibility.

Acer X960

Acer X960

Acer X960