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Prizefight: O2 Xda Atom Life vs. HTC P3600i


Round 2: Design



Sometimes, pretty shells can be pretty empty. Beyond the looks factor, we need to consider a product's ergonomics, weight and durability.

3

Both the Atom Life and the P3600i have glossy surfaces, so fingerprints are what one has to live with. There are two problems with the Atom. One, the buttons on the side don't respond too well to key presses and, two, the silver paint on the stylus has a tendency to chip over time.
3

The P3600i has a slightly more curvaceous body, which may work for some but not for others. Overall, it is also slightly larger than the Atom Life. The placement of buttons is also well-thought-out and I like the scroll wheel which comes in handy for one-hand operations.
     
3

The Atom Life is marginally lighter and thinner than its competitor. It has fewer shortcut buttons around the sides, but the directional pad fulfils the secondary task of controlling media.
4

The rounded-ness of the P3600i gives it a slightly pudgier look, though it isn't much larger or heavier than the Atom Life. The greatest advantage it does have is the scroll wheel for volume control and navigation found on its left side.
     

Total

6

7

 

 
« Round 1: Style factor | Round 3: Usability »

    Talkback
TechieTech says...
Obviously, with those pictures above, Atom life looks better. I saw it actually, the side metallic looks classy.

Dec 09, 2007 16:08
 
 
TechieTech says...
I couldn't disagree more that O2 Xda Atom life is a winner even compared to all smartphones and pdas out there. I own one and it's highly recommendable.

Dec 09, 2007 16:16
 
 
techjay says...
Definitely look-wise O2Xda atom-life steals the show when it comes to looks and comfort in holding. But when it comes to performance, is it right to rate it above the HTC P3600i.

Dec 31, 2007 23:01
 
 
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