Conclusion
The SPV 550 has its faults, of that there is no question, but at the same time there are a lot of features that make up ground overall.
The boot up time of the phone itself is dire; it’s just hard to comprehend why it takes so long to get to the point where you can make a call. The speed of the software when in use is also a let down, especially when compared to the recently reviewed M500; they are in different leagues.
The accessories, while useful, were lacking any quality and seemed more of an after thought than anything else. The upside to that in the case of the SPV C550 headset is that it’s a simple audio jack, so finding a competent replacement should not prove difficult.
The features list is really what makes this phone stand out. There is so much on this device and the menu list is testament to that, a whole three screens full of options are just the beginning. The quality and depth of these applications is what saves the SPV C550 from being a complete waste of time.
Put aside the speed issues, and the SPV C550 is a complete handset that provides every application you could possibly need as a mobile user, and more.
If you hardly ever switch your phone off and have regular access to a charge point then you could do far worse than the SPV C550 as a Smart Phone, just as long as you have enough patience to put up with its quirks.
Pros
- Excellent application suite
- Good interface navigation
Cons
- Excessive ‘boot up’ time
- Slow user interface
- Poor battery life
- Poor volume and speakerphone capabilities
HEXUS Where2Buy
Scancom.co.uk currently have stock.
