Conclusion: The Android-based Kyocera Echo for Sprint is a flawed first attempt at an interesting concept. Not enough software supports dual-screen multitasking for this gutsy design...
Pros: Dual screens mean you can do two things at once. Dual-screen games are pretty awesome.
Cons: Not enough apps use the two screens. "Simultasking" apps don't work well together. Merged screens have bezel in center and odd aspect ratio. Short battery life in two-...
Excerpt: The Kyocera Echo represents a first for the entire smartphone industry: it is the first dual-screened phone, which is pretty impressive considering that Kyocera isn’t
Pros: + Software that enables dual-screen use is well thought out
Excerpt: We've seen a number of hot smartphones hit the market recently, including the HTC Thunderbolt, Droid Charge, and others.
Pros: Two screens that can be used individually or together, Ability to run two apps at the same time, Easily accessible ports, Comes with spare battery
Cons: 8GB microSD card is a tad on the small side, Heavy @ 6.8 ounces, Battery life
Conclusion: Conclusion The Kyocera Echo is an interesting and innovative phone that’s received more negative press than it deserves.
Pros: Con: Displays aren't impressive in terms of brightness and colors, also disappears in sunlight. Hinge is well-made but awkward to operate. We wish the Echo were faster.
Cons: Price: $199 with a 2 year contract after rebates