Description
Motorola A780 Silver RB, Factory Refurbished, GSM, lock state not stated
Silver Motorola A780, listed as Motorola A780 Silver RB, a factory refurbished unit reconditioned to close-to-new working order. The Linux clamshell with its internal touchscreen is a collector item above all, so shops that deal in early smartphone history and prop houses are the buyers, with export to live 2G GSM markets as a secondary outlet. Lock state is not stated in the listing.
The Motorola A780 was a 2005 Linux-based smartphone in a clamshell with a touchscreen inside, a numeric keypad on the outside of the flip, a stylus, a 1.3 MP camera, Bluetooth, GPS with offline maps, and an SD card slot. It ran Motorola's own Linux/Java platform rather than Symbian or Windows Mobile, and it was sold mainly in Europe and Asia on tri-band GSM with EDGE data.
TG Wireless offers the A780 to collectors of early Linux phones and unusual Motorola form factors, to prop departments, and to exporters with live 2G GSM markets.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola A780 |
|---|---|
| Color | Silver |
| Network status | GSM, lock state not stated |
| Year | 2005 |
| Operating system | Motorola Linux/Java platform (MontaVista Linux) |
| Form factor | Clamshell with internal touchscreen and stylus, external keypad |
| Camera | 1.3 MP |
| Connectivity | Tri-band GSM with EDGE, Bluetooth, GPS |
| Expansion | SD card slot |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Motorola A780 is a 2G GSM phone with GPRS or EDGE data and no 3G, LTE, or VoLTE. The source lists tri-band GSM. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile switched off 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so this handset gets no service on any US network. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets with live GSM service, collectors, film and TV props, parts, and display units.
Resale fit
- Export lots for regions where 2G GSM service is still live and a simple tested handset sells at a low ticket.
- Collector and retro-tech shops that stock working feature phones from the 2000s.
- Film, TV, and theater prop departments that need period-correct handsets.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and store fixtures.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
