Description
Sidekick LX 2009 Purple 3G, factory refurbished, T-Mobile GSM unlocked
This listing is the T-Mobile Sidekick LX 2009, the Sharp-built PV300, in purple, supplied factory refurbished and unlocked for GSM networks. It is the 3G Sidekick: a 3.2-inch 854 x 480 screen that swivels up over a full QWERTY keyboard, a 3.2-megapixel autofocus camera with flash, GPS, and the Danger operating system. Buyers searching for a Sidekick LX for sale or a purple Sidekick phone today want it for collecting, props, or export rather than service, and TG Wireless sells it by the lot to the dealers who serve them.
Key specifications
| Model | T-Mobile Sidekick LX 2009, Sharp PV300 |
|---|---|
| Color | Purple (T-Mobile's name for the finish was Orchid) |
| Operating system | Danger OS (Sidekick platform) |
| Display | 3.2-inch F-WVGA TFT, 854 x 480 pixels, 65K colors, swivel-up |
| Keyboard | Full QWERTY with chiclet-style keys under the swivel screen |
| Camera | 3.2-megapixel autofocus with LED flash, video capture, GPS geotagging |
| Cellular | GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900; UMTS/HSDPA 1700/2100 MHz (AWS band IV and band I) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth with stereo A2DP; GPS; no Wi-Fi |
| Storage | microSD expansion slot |
| Audio | 3.5 mm headphone jack, music and video player |
| Battery | 1,250 mAh removable; rated talk time up to 5.5 hours on GSM |
| Size and weight | About 5.2 x 2.4 x 0.6 in, about 5.8 oz |
Condition: factory refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not new and may show light handling marks on the soft-touch shell or the swivel hinge. TG tests each unit before it ships. The listing does not state whether units include the original T-Mobile box, charger, or memory card, so tell your account manager which pack you need.
Network and compatibility
Be direct with your customers. The Sidekick LX 2009 has no LTE radio. All three US national carriers retired 3G in 2022, and T-Mobile retired its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026, so this phone does not register on any US carrier. There is a second limit specific to Sidekicks: the Danger data service that ran email, instant messaging, the browser, and the Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter apps was shut down on May 31, 2011, so those functions do not work on any network anywhere. On a live GSM or UMTS network abroad, with the unlock, the phone makes calls and sends SMS. Offline, the camera, media player, and keyboard work as they did, and there is no Wi-Fi to fall back on.
Resale fit
- Collector and enthusiast retail: the purple Sidekick LX 2009 is one of the most searched Sidekick models, and refurbished units with consistent cosmetics sell more easily than mixed used lots.
- Film, TV, and music video props, where a working 2009 Sidekick is the point.
- Export to markets with live GSM or UMTS service, for calls and texting.
- Parts and display stock: hinges, keyboards, screens, and batteries for owners keeping Sidekicks alive.
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.
