Three Standout Instruments
Motorola Titan 8800
Weight: 1.4 lb • Talk time: 45 minutes • Antenna: 7.5 inches • Price: $2,195
Nokia Brick 2120
Weight: 1.1 lb • Talk time: 60 minutes • Extendable antenna • Price: $1,795
As portable telephones reach the proportions of a gentleman’s brogue, Global Telecom offers this authoritative guide to the season’s most substantial handsets.
| Model | Weight | Battery Life | Dimensions | Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorola Titan 8800 | 1.4 lb | 45 min talk | 9.2 × 3.1 × 2.4 in | $2,195 |
| Nokia Brick 2120 | 1.1 lb | 60 min talk | 8.4 × 2.8 × 2.1 in | $1,795 |
| Ericsson Executive | 1.6 lb | 35 min talk | 9.8 × 3.4 × 2.6 in | $2,450 |
When selecting a shoe-sized portable, consider first the weight distribution. A handset that sits comfortably against the ear for extended calls will prove far more practical than one that merely impresses at first lift.
Battery endurance remains the decisive factor. Insist on nickel-cadmium cells of at least 800 mAh; anything less will leave the instrument silent before the second meeting of the day.
Finally, examine the antenna hinge. A loose or poorly machined joint will announce itself at the most inopportune moment. Demand a firm, positive click on every extension.