The Sprint Nextel ic502 is the first phone to feature both iDEN and CDMA frequencies, which was expected after Sprint and Nextel merged. This hybrid device is an entry-level Sprint phone in rugged design, popular from previous Nextel Phones. It lacks 800MHz CDMA band and EV-DO high-speed data. Ic502 has phonebook with capacity of 900 contacts; it features alarm, calendar, voice recording and speakerphone.
Pros:
Durable design; better calls than many Nextel phones; loud speakerphone.
Cons:
Dearth of features; low-resolution screen; unresponsive keys; lack of messaging options; strange voice commands service.
Conclusion:
If you just want better calls from your basic Nextel phone, this is the one that makes better calls and still works as a walkie-talkie. The contact list is simple and effective, if a bi tugly on the low-res screen. The subscription voice command service is a strange addition, hopefully not the start of a trend. Otherwise, it’s a tough phone that does what it's supposed to and not much more.