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The MOTOACTV is a semi-ruggedized handset for T-Mobile. It bears a slight resemblance to the KRZR line of phones from Motorola, but is made of sturdier stuff.

Some of the external surfaces are covered in rubber to give the ACTV some grip to it. The rubber actually feels good, not cheap. The ACTV is narrow from side to side, so it is comfortable to hold in your hand.

The external display was a little on the small side, but the buttons around the phone's edges all worked well and are easily found.

The keypad of the ACTV is the most interesting thing about it. The entire thing is covered with one solid piece of rubber. This means you can use it with wet fingers and not worry about getting water into the phone's innards. Each key is a little hump underneath the rubber surface. It is quite easy to differentiate between the keys, and they all offer good travel and feedback.

Other than that, there's not much else that sets the ACTV apart from a bevy of other entry-level flips.

ACTV

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