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Review: ZTE C88

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Mar 14, 2008, 3:48 PM by Eric M. Zeman

The C88 is the first from Chinese manufacturer ZTE to enter the U.S. market. ZTE has grand plans, and hopes to eventually be one of the top-five phone makers in the world. See how the C88 marks its entry here and sets the tone for what lies ahead.

The C88 is one of the first handsets from Chinese manufacturer ZTE to become available in the U.S. That being the case, we decided to really give it a run for its money. How does it compare to similar models from Samsung, LG and other manufacturers? If simple and elegant flip phones are your thing, the C88 should be on your short list. It may be a little plain in styling, but there's something to be said for understated looks these days. None of the C88's features will shock you into awe, but they serve their purpose well.

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About the author, Eric M. Zeman:

Eric has been covering the mobile telecommunications industry for 17 years at various print and online publications. He studied at Rutgers Newark and University of Kentucky, and has a degree in writing. He likes playing guitar, attending concerts, listening to music, and driving sports cars.

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ZTE C88

2" display 176 x 220 pixels
800 mAh battery

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ddsindpls

Mar 15, 2008, 9:58 PM

Where's the lead paint on this thing?

Just wondering. There have been so many recalls on Chinese Products around here lately.

neurocutie

Why ? are you in the habit of biting your phones ? Having teething problems ?

I would like to know about Java support on this phone, though...

and it seems like the review is compromised due to the fact that the reviewer did not test the phone i...
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