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The T-Mobile Dash 3G brings some nice upgrades, including 3G support, GPS, and a 2-megapixel camera. The smartphone features a cool design with a pleasant, full normal keyboard.

Other highlights include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and lots of messaging options. The Dash 3G does not include the Inner Circle feature or UMA support. The screen dimensions is a bit little. Price is a little high compared to the competition. Way overdue, the T-Mobile Dash 3G is a deserving upgrade to its precursor with the addition of such features as 3G support, GPS, and a revised design.

The poor T-Mobile Dash has been pulling duty ever since October 2006 and even though it’s received a minor face-lift and Windows Mobile 6.1 upgrade over time, it’s definitely time for the smartphone to retire. As significantly, T-Mobile shoppers need and merit something more recent and it seems like the T-Mobile Dash 3G is ready to deliver. The Dash 3G is the carrier’s version of the HTC Snap, which was introduced at CTIA 2009 and just lately launched on Sprint.

It brings a number of welcome additions, for example GPS, a better camera, and 3G support–something that was missing from T-Mobile’s other top messaging, the Edge BlackBerry Curve 8900. The design of the Dash 3G is also heaps better than the Sprint model, offering a slimmer design, a soft-touch finish, and a roomier keyboard.

However, we are a little disappointed that the Inner Circle email feature wasn’t included on T-Mobile’s model.

Also, at $169.99 with a 2 year contract, the price is a little high when you compare it to some of the competition like ATT’s Nokia E71x that goes for $100 and Verizon’s impending version of the Snap, the HTC Ozone that may go for $50. Overall, though , it’s a very nice upgrade for current Dash owners and any T-Mobile buyers searching for a fast messaging smartphone. The T-Mobile Dash 3G should be available beginning July 8.