A power user's review of leaving the Q for a Sprint Mogul

[gaines]

Exchanging my Q for a Mogul was by far the best choice I could have make as a power user.

The Q is a great phone, but it's still primarily a cell phone. I'm the type of guy who wants to improve and customize his device, and I could only do so much with the Q.

By far the BIGGEST benefit is the promise of getting VoIP to work on the Mogul. There are numerous VoIP options for Windows Mobile 6 and with the SERO unlimited data feature this has got to be the coolest functionality to get working...unlimited calling.

...but what good is unlimited calling over VoIP if you don't have the bandwidth? It seems my Mogul gets up to three times the bandwidth that my Q did (judging by how well it streams video through Orb). That's not including the fact that there should be a software update to EVDO Rev. A making it blazingly fast.

Speaking of unlimited fast data connections, I figured it would be nice to be able to VNC into a server at my office or my home PC if I needed to, however since the Q doesn't have a touch screen it would be very difficult to control. With the Mogul's huge touch screen this is not a problem.

Really, the bottom line is that the Mogul fits a power user much better than the Q. If all you want to do is check your email and place calls, then the Q is a wonderful phone. If you find yourself butting up against the Q's limitations then you might want to think about moving up.

If you want to check out more reviews or are looking for Mogul resources, check out SprintMogul.net

- Gaines

[fareal]

How about the size though, I still haven't seen one in a store. Too big for your pants pocket?

[mjs31]

How about the size though, I still haven't seen one in a store. Too big for your pants pocket?

Agreed...would be curious about size since that is a key factor in the Q

[fareal]

Size comparison
http://tinyurl.com/24g8pj

[K3SRK]

Sprint's "official" specs show them approximately the same size, with the Mogul being slightly thicker and heavier (1.5 oz more).

[gaines]

Numbers can only tell you so much about size. To me it really comes down to usability. The Mogul is not as wide and flat as the Q, but I actually like that better. It still fits in a pocket, although I find myself just carrying mine in my hand or using the included belt holster.

[cdmerchant]

I'm hesitant for two reasons, one of which being the price. I can get the Q for cheap; but the Mogul is brand new; hence a wallet-breaker.

I've compiled a size comparison at Sizeasy - http://www.sizeasy.com/page/size_com...s-Sprint-Mogul

It's obvious the Q is smaller; and the Mogul reminds me of the PPC6700 (rightfully so, since it's the predecessor thereof) - as a very bulky and hand-fitting device; but not built for a pocket.

I used to carry my 6700 in a breast pocket of a sport coat or jacket; and it was a nightmare. Always flopping about when the jacket wasn't buttoned; and it was heavy- so it was noticeable. I eventually conceded to a belt clip.

Regardless, I like a device that can go from casual to power-user easily; making a transition. It's the next best thing to being on a GSM network; and having a casual phone and a PDA for work. The Moto Q accomplishes that for me- and until something else can, I've gotta stick with it.

I agree that the Mogul is likely a better device power-wise, but I just can't afford (in every sense of the word) to use it.

Sincerely,
Chris