The Motorola i9 Stature is the sexiest Nextel phone we've seen. Apart from the disappointing camera, it offers decent features and admirable photo quality.
Kent German
Kent was a senior managing editor at CNET News. A veteran of CNET since 2003, he reviewed the first iPhone and worked in both the London and San Francisco offices. When not working, he's planning his next vacation, walking his dog or watching planes land at the airport (yes, really).
The Motorola i9 has all the hallmarks of a Razr design. Though we'd like to see something completely new, it is the most stylish Nextel phone we've ever seen.
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Nice display
The i9 has a large, vibrant external display. Using hidden touch controls, you can access the main menu an all of the i9's features without ever opening the phone.
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In profile
Of course, the i9 casts a trim shadow. On the left spine, you'll find the calling controls and a Micro-USB slot.
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From behind
The i9 has a pleasant soft-touch material on its rear cover, but we didn't like the location of the camera lens.
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Keypad and controls
The i9's buttons are flat and somewhat slippery. Yet, we did like the brilliant internal display.
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Show it off
The i9 might just catch a few looks on the street.
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Take it away
The slim and compact i9 travels well.
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Say cheese!
The camera lens has a flash, but no self-portrait mirror.
