Pantech Burst could be a sleeper hit for AT&T (photos)
At just $50, this LTE-ready, Super AMOLED-packing hottie is more than just your basic Android smartphone.
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Pantech has done a very nice job with its Pantech Burst, an Android 2.3 Gingerbread smartphone with a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, AT&T's 4G LTE speeds, original design details, a front-facing camera, and a merely $50 price tag.
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Attention, please
I love the look of the spines.
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Bringing sexy back
This striated finish on the red color isn't one you see much in this industry. It's reminiscent of stylized wood grain.
