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Palling around with Huawei's bare bones phone (pictures)

The Huawei Pal for MetroPCS, it belongs in another decade. Let CNET give you a closer look.

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).
Kent German
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The Huawei Pal has a squat candy bar shape with a small display. If you're expecting bells and whistles, you won't find them here.
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Flip over the Pal and you'll notice something else...it doesn't even have a camera.
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Below the display is an easy to use navigation array that has a retro feel. The keypad buttons are relatively large, but as a whole the keypad is a bit cramped.
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The Micro-USB charging port is on the left side. This Pal is so simple you don't even get a volume rocker.
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Up top you'll find only a 3.5mm headset jack.
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And at the top of the Pal's rear is a single speaker.

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