Design and Build
The Motorola XT701 measures 116 x 60.9 x 10.9 mm and weighs 140 grams. Its design reflects the aesthetics of early smartphones with a sturdy build. The device features a 3.7-inch TFT display, which occupies roughly 53.4% of the phone's front, offering a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. This results in a pixel density of about 265 ppi, which was crisp for its time, allowing users to enjoy a relatively clear visual experience. The use of touch-sensitive navigation controls presented a novel way of interaction beyond physical buttons.