Description
Motorola Charm MB502 Bronze 3G Wi-Fi QWERTY Android, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Factory Refurbished Motorola Charm MB502 in Bronze, the T-Mobile 3G WI-FI Touchscreen Google Android phone with a Qwery Keyboard (QWERTY) and rear touchpad, GSM Unlocked and reconditioned to close-to-new working order. The unlocked refurbished grade is what exporters take for 2G GSM markets and what repair shops buy as donors for keyboards and displays.
The Motorola Charm, model MB502, is T-Mobile's 2010 pocket-size Android 2.1 phone with a physical full QWERTY keyboard below a 2.8-inch touchscreen and Motorola's BACKTRACK touchpad on the rear for scrolling without covering the screen. It runs MOTOBLUR for merged social and email feeds, and carries a 3 megapixel camera and camcorder, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth with stereo audio, GPS with navigation, a microSD slot for cards up to 32 GB with a 2 GB card included, Adobe Flash Lite, and up to 9 hours of talk time with the included extended battery, on T-Mobile's 3G HSPA network.
TG Wireless sells the Charm to collectors of early Android keyboard phones, prop departments, and exporters serving live GSM and UMTS markets.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola Charm, MB502, T-Mobile (2010) |
|---|---|
| Color | Bronze |
| Network status | T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 2.1 Eclair with MOTOBLUR |
| Form factor | Candybar with full QWERTY keyboard and rear BACKTRACK touchpad |
| Display | 2.8-inch touchscreen with pinch-to-zoom |
| Camera | 3 megapixel camera and camcorder |
| Expandable storage | microSD slot, cards up to 32 GB; 2 GB card included as listed |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth with stereo audio, GPS |
| Cellular | GSM with UMTS/HSPA 3G (T-Mobile 1700/2100 AWS); no LTE |
| Talk time | Up to 9 hours with the included extended battery (as stated in the listing) |
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 Charm MB502 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE, so it cannot get service on any US carrier: 3G was retired in 2022 and T-Mobile ended 2G GSM on August 3, 2026. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Abroad, the GSM radio works on surviving 2G networks, but its 3G band is the North American AWS pair that few overseas carriers use. Wi-Fi, GPS, camera, and Android apps work without a SIM, which keeps it useful as a prop or Wi-Fi device.
Resale fit
- Collectors and enthusiasts of early Android QWERTY phones and the BACKTRACK design.
- Film, TV, and theater props that need a 2010 Android phone with a keyboard.
- Export to markets where 2G GSM service continues and a compact Android keyboard phone sells cheaply.
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.
