Description
Motorola Milestone A853 Black Android 2.2 3G, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Reconditioned to close-to-new working order, the Factory Refurbished black Motorola Milestone A853 carries the slide-out Keyboard, 3.7" Touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3G, WI-FI, and 5-megapixel camera, GSM Unlocked. Export resellers who want consistent working units for 3G GSM markets and collector shops that prefer a clean example choose the refurbished tier.
The Motorola Milestone A853 is the 2009 GSM/UMTS version of the original Droid, sold unlocked and through carriers outside the United States. It pairs a slide-out QWERTY keyboard with a 3.7-inch 854 x 480 multitouch display, a 5 MP camera with dual LED flash and video recording, GPS with MOTONAV turn-by-turn directions, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a microSD slot. At 13.7 mm it was the thinnest QWERTY slider of its day, and this listing's units run Android 2.2.
Collectors, prop houses, and repair shops are the TG Wireless buyers now that 3G service is gone in the US; export resellers in 3G GSM markets also take unlocked Milestones for buyers who want a keyboard Android phone.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola Milestone A853, 2009 (GSM version of the Droid) |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 2.2 (per listing) |
| Display | 3.7-inch 854 x 480 multitouch with pinch-to-zoom |
| Keyboard | Slide-out full QWERTY, 13.7 mm body |
| Rear camera | 5 MP with dual LED flash, video recording |
| Connectivity | GSM/UMTS 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS with MOTONAV |
| Memory | microSD slot |
| Box contents as sold new | Battery, battery door, charger, data cable, stereo headset, user guide, retail box |
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 Milestone A853 is a GSM/UMTS 3G phone without LTE. US carriers shut down 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile retired 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so it cannot get US service. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Unlocked units work on GSM/UMTS networks abroad where 3G remains live, subject to the band match for the destination market, and the phone runs on Wi-Fi as an Android 2.2 device for collectors and demo use.
Resale fit
- Collector shops that want the GSM Milestone counterpart to the original Droid.
- Export resellers for GSM/UMTS markets where 3G service continues.
- Repair shops sourcing keyboards, sliders, and displays shared with the Droid A855.
- Prop and display buyers who need a 2009 to 2010 Android slider.
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.
