Description
T-Mobile Sparq (Alcatel) QWERTY Keyboard FM Radio Camera, Factory Refurbished, T-Mobile GSM unlocked
Factory refurbished T-Mobile Sparq sliders, T-Mobile branded and GSM unlocked, tested and graded by TG, and sold with the original battery, battery door, charger, and data cable but no retail box. The Qwerty keyboard, FM radio, and camera make the Sparq a workable export texting phone for GSM 850/1900 markets, and the lower-cost unboxed kit suits parts dealers and prop buyers.
Alcatel built the Sparq for T-Mobile's prepaid lineup around 2010 as a QWERTY slider for texting: a 2.2-inch 320 x 240 display, a VGA camera with video, an FM radio, Bluetooth 2.1 stereo audio, a microSD slot, and a 670 mAh battery rated at up to 11 hours of talk. Software included Palringo IM, Java Facebook and Twitter apps, Opera Mini, and POP3/IMAP email. Radio is GSM/GPRS on 850/1900 MHz only, which rules out US service now that 2G and 3G are gone. Dealers come to TG Wireless for the Sparq as factory-reconditioned, unlocked units for GSM export markets, period-correct props, collector sales, and parts supply.
Key specifications
| Model | T-Mobile Sparq, manufactured by Alcatel |
|---|---|
| Network status | T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked |
| Form factor | Slider with full QWERTY keyboard |
| Display | 2.2-inch, 320 x 240 pixels, 262K colors |
| Cellular | 2G GSM/GPRS, 850/1900 MHz |
| Camera | VGA (640 x 480) stills; video up to 320 x 240 in MP4 and AVI |
| Media | MP3 and AAC music player, FM radio with RDS, 3.5 mm headset jack |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS 1.2, POP3/IMAP4 email, Palringo IM, Opera Mini browser |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP |
| Expandable storage | microSD slot; phonebook up to 1,000 contacts |
| Battery | 670 mAh lithium-ion; up to 11 hours talk, up to 500 hours standby |
| Size and weight | 4.3 x 2.0 x 0.7 inches, 3.85 ounces |
| Hearing aid rating | M3 |
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. The source package list includes the original battery, battery door, charger, and data cable, and no retail box.
Network and compatibility
The Sparq is a 2G GSM phone on 850/1900 MHz with GPRS data only. T-Mobile retired its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026, and every US carrier retired 3G in 2022, so this handset will not register for service in the United States. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Unlocked units still work on GSM 850/1900 networks abroad, and the phone also serves collectors, prop departments, and parts bins.
Resale fit
- Export to markets in the Americas where GSM 850/1900 voice and SMS remain live.
- Film, TV, and theater props calling for a T-Mobile-branded QWERTY slider of the 2010 era.
- Collector and nostalgia buyers of T-Mobile Sidekick-style messaging phones.
- Parts, batteries, and keyboards for repair shops that still service Alcatel sliders.
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.
