Manufacturer: AT&T Model#: SX.56 Weight: 6.93lbs Height: .70"     Width: 2.86" Length: 5.08" Average Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

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User Submitted Siemens SX56 - Windows Mobile Phone Edition 2002 - SA-1110 206 MHz - RAM: 32 MB - ROM: 32 MB 3.5" TFT ( 240 x 320 ) - IrDA - GSM 900/1900 - AT&T Reviews (cont...)

I have the TMobile version of this phone and it works well on the TMobile network since TMobile only uses GSM1900 across North America. But this SX56 version of the phone is sold "locked" to only operate on AT&T's network.

This is a problem with many AT&T GSM phones but it's particularly an issue with the SX56 because there aren't any suitable replacements (yet) with comparable functionality that support GSM850.

Date: 2004-02-06
what is better. Pocket PC phone or a smaller form factor?
This is an excellent choice if you need to do lots of email and sometimes check attachments while on the road. Also good for sms and messenger, as it is easier to input text in the screen with the stylus than with the tiny keys of regular phones. But if your needs are more about reading email (not answering it) and having calendar and contacts synchcronized with your server or PC, a smartphone or any other new generation phone is a bettter choice because of the form factor. The big size is a price you have to be willing to pay for the luxury of working confortable in a bigger screen.

Agree with all the other reviews, the AT&T service is bad, but I have found that this phone has much better reception than the Orange smartphone and Motorola smartphones in the AT&T network.

If you are a frequent Intl traveler, be aware this is not a tri band phone... check the networks of the places you travel more frequently before buying this.

Date: 2004-02-01
Pretty Good for the price I paid
I bought this phone directly from AT&T for 99.00 USD. And I love it, recently Siemens posted free upgrade to WM 2003. The best feature which I like during my limited use (less than week) is to take notes while talking to someone. I dont think this is possible in any other phone (unless you have PDA phone). Reception of AT&T in my area is pretty good so no issue with coverage. The only reason for giving 4 star is less memory and little bit big size than normal phone (but yes this is not a normal phone).

Date: 2004-01-28
Great phone - Miss the phone pad
Terrific phone for business folks on the go. All the connectivity and apps you need in one hand. let me take that back. you actually do need 2 hands for perfect performance. That is the only thing I do miss. But am willing to sacrifice due to the great display.

Was lost in Jersey last week, connected to internet, found directions and phone to the location, made the call and then was able to jot down notes.

Hopefully with Cingular trying to acquire ATT it will speed up the improvement of the GSM service coverage. As you all know ATT is spotty, when the coverage is good it is good when it ain't it is horrible.

Would recommend this phone to anyone who wants to eliminate their PDA, synch with outlook, and access email/internet while on the go.

Would have been 5 stars if ATT service was better. But let's admit it, they all stink.

Date: 2004-01-25
BEST DAMM PHONE OUT THERE
This phone is amazing, it is God's gift to us. It does everything I want in a phone and much much more. Sure it a little bit big but what can you say it performs a million functions. Listen I have had my share of phone, is by far the best. All I have to say is what more can you ask for....