Motorola Atrix Cell Phone Review

Conclusions

The Atrix is a top-notch phone with a speedy processor. It handled everything we threw at it, including games, without any hesitations. With the Gingerbread operating system, the Atrix may well be the jack-of-all-trades that does many things and actually does them all well. The USD 100 price point with a two-year contract also adds to the attraction of the phone.

Although the Atrix’s processor may qualify it as the world’s most powerful smartphone, until it is on a true 4G LTE network, it won’t be the fastest.

That said, however, even on AT&T’s slower HSPA+ 4G network, the Atrix provides enough speed to satisfy the average user. Using the phone is easy with the Android Gingerbread operating system. Although we are not a big fan of overlays, the Motoblur overlay does create an easy way to connect with a variety of social networks.

We have mixed feelings about the laptop dock. Although the idea seems good, we would have to use it to see if we really think it would be beneficial. Also, at USD 400, it is pricey when compared to other options like a tablet or a real laptop.

Strong Points

• Solid and sturdy design
• 16 GB built-in memory
• Fast processor
• Good screen
• Expansion slot
• HDMI port
• Good docking options
• Fingerprint reader
• Great for viewing videos
• Has Swype

Weak Points

• On AT&T’s slower 4G, HSPA+ network
• Laptop dock overpriced
• Laptop dock tethering is mandatory at extra cost