Description
Motorola W388 Black MP3 FM 900/1800 (export), Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Listed as an export model, the Black Motorola W388 MP3 FM 900/1800 is a Factory Refurbished unit under SKU MOTOROLA-W388-BLACK-RB, described in the source as GSM unlocked and supplied with the original battery, battery door, charger, user manual, and Motorola box. Exporters buy it for 900/1800 MHz GSM markets where a basic phone with FM radio and long standby still sells; it has no use on US networks.
The Motorola W388 is a late-2000s candy-bar feature phone built for export markets: a dual-band GSM 900/1800 MHz handset that was never intended for US networks. It carries an FM radio with RDS, an MP3 player, a VGA camera with 4x zoom, MMS and SMS messaging, a WAP 2.0 browser, CrystalTalk noise reduction, a hands-free speakerphone, a 1,000-entry phonebook, and a battery rated by the source for up to 8.75 hours of talk time and 13 days of standby. TG Wireless supplies the W388 to exporters serving regions where 900/1800 MHz GSM service is still live, and to collectors and parts buyers who deal in Motorola feature phones.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola W388 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked (per source), 900/1800 MHz export model |
| Form factor | Candy bar with color display |
| Rear camera | VGA with 4x zoom |
| Audio | FM radio with RDS, MP3 player, polyphonic ringtones, speakerphone, CrystalTalk |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, WAP 2.0 browser |
| Phonebook | 1,000 entries |
| Connectivity | Dual-band GSM 900/1800 MHz |
| Battery (per source) | Lithium-ion, up to 8.75 hours talk and 13 days standby |
| In the box (per source) | Handset, original battery and battery door, charger, user manual, Motorola 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 W388 is a 2G GSM phone on the 900/1800 MHz bands only, with no 850/1900 MHz support, no 3G, and no LTE or VoLTE, so it never worked on US carriers and the T-Mobile 2G shutdown of August 3, 2026 does not change that. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Its market is export to regions in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America where 900/1800 MHz GSM service is still live, plus collectors and parts.
Resale fit
- Export lots for regions where 900/1800 MHz GSM service is still live and a basic phone with FM radio sells at a low ticket.
- Collector and retro-tech shops that stock Motorola feature phones.
- 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.
