I'm due for a new phone soon, and i have been researching about the sidekicks. I find the LX to be a better choice in almost every way. The LX is made by Sharp, and thusly utilizes Sharp's Aquos technology as found in their high end TVs in the Sidekick LX's screen. This makes the screen easy to read in sunlight without draining the battery. Another benefit of the LX is it's keyboard. After trying the keyboard on the slide, it just doesn't compare. The keys on the slide are cramped and hard to read. The screen isn't anything to marvel at and I've heard that the trackball isn't quite as nice on the slide. One obvious difference is the way the phone opens up. I prefer that of the LX. It's easy and retains that original sidekick style....
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