Sharp GX20

The latest clamshell phone from Sharp, the Sharp GX20 represents a significant evolution in mobile design.. not revolutionary, just better.

For starters, there's a clear 240x320 display, built-in camera with up to 480x640 resolution, polyphonic ringtones and java support for games.

The Sharp GX20 is a tri-band phone, allowing it to be used on GSM networks worldwide. It also supports WAP over GPRS, which combined with the good sized screen makes internet access a lot more fun.

But in addition to all of these, the Sharp GX20 packs some unusual features. Firstly, the camera comes with a macro lens in addition to the standard setting enabling close up shots of small objects.

Also, the Sharp GX20 has a built-in torch/camera flash which comes in several colours including multicoloured disco lights, and all the colours of the spectrum including red (handy for mapreading at night, especially with the macro lens.. trust us on this one!)

It can also send and receive video clips and photos, plus a cracking selection of games for the GX20 unit.

The Sharp GX20 has about the clearest and brightest screen we've seen on any mobile.

Current units are tightly tied in to the Vodafone Live! service, so accessing information services over WAP is very easy with lots of tailored applications.

All-in-all, a versatile little phone weighing just 102 grams and well worth considering!