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"The FCC approved a new phone manufactured from Pantech, numbered the PN-310. Branded with Verizon Wireless logo, we expect it to be available as the Verizon Wireless PN-310 – an entry level phone with basic functionality. The phone is in clamshell form-factor and has two displays, the internal of which supports 65k colors. It lacks camera and advanced multimedia features, as it is targeted to people who don’t want to spend much on their mobile phone...

Article Courtesy of PhoneArena (click for full Article)

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"Motorola is going MAXX to the XTREME with their latest RAZR handheld. Just when there weren't quite enough variants of the RAZR, they are throwing one more out there. The MAXX is a high-end RAZR that has a 2-megapixel camera, touch-sensitive buttons, microSD expandability, EV-DO and Bluetooth, of course.....

Article Courtesy of ZDNet (click for full Article)

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The Motorola MOTOKRZR K1m has debuted on Verizon Wireless. The phone comes with a $249.99 price tag but there is a $50 discount if you buy online for a 2 year contract, $50 more for a 1 year contract.

The following is from the Verizon Site:

Basic Information
Usage time: up to 250 minutes
Standby time: up to 440 hours
Size: 4.05H x 1.73W x 0.67D inches
Weight: 3.6 oz

Basic Features

Sleek, Slim Design
microSD™ Removable Memory
1.3 Megapixel Camera & Camcorder
Bluetooth® Capable*
TTY Compatible
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4
For details on Hearing Aid Compatibility, select this link
Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC reported SAR 1.03 at ear, 0.84 on body. Actual SAR may vary.

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"Verizon Wireless has launched the LG VX3450, an entry-level handset that picks up where the LG VX3300 left off. At this time Verizon is still carrying both handsets, but the VX3300 is likely to be phased out in favor of its successor....

Article Courtesy of MobileTracker (click for full article)

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"The Samsung SCH-a870 comes loaded with features such as Get-It-Now Compatibility, in order to access the latest in games, ring tones, and wallpapers. It is also Mobile Web 2.0 capable, offering access to news, sports, and weather. VibeTonz, which allows the ring tones to vibrate to the beat of the music, is also available along with the VZ Navigator. VZ Navigator works like a mobile Mapquest, giving directions audibly by cell phone. At no additional charge, the phone comes with a Personal Organizer, Speakerphone, as well as Bluetooth compatibility....

Article Courtesy of MobileWhack (click for full Article)

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"Verizon Wireless has launched the Nokia 6215i. Despite the Nokia branding, the 6215i is actually made by Pantech and originally went by the moniker PN-315.....

Article Courtesy of MobileTracker (click for full article)

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"Verizon Wireless has brought LG Mobile Phones' Chocolate handset to U.S. shores, offering a mix of video and music features that it hopes digital-media junkies will find tasty.

Not to be outdone by the likes of youth-oriented cell phone service Helio, Verizon has snatched up the latest addition to the arsenal of trendy, media-heavy cell phones. LG Mobile Phones' Chocolate is already a hit overseas, with more than 1 million sold since its international launch outside LG's home base of South Korea.

Verizon's American version has extensive music and video capabilities tied to its V Cast media store, which promises instant downloads and a catalog of more than 1.3 million songs in Windows Media Audio (WMA) format....

Article Courtesy of c|net (click for full article)

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"The Motorola Q is being promoted as the thinnest and coolest looking smartphone on the market and it just might be exactly that. It's thin like many standard cell phones, such as the Razr and Slvr but this phone is anything but standard. It runs Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone Edition. With that, you get many of the applications you are used to on your desktop. This includes Internet Explorer, Outlook, Media Player, Calendar, Contacts and Messenger. It will sync your information with your desktop using Microsoft Activesync. If you haven't tried out Windows Mobile yet, give it a whirl. It's one of the best mobile operating systems out there.

The Q also offers what you would expect from any cell phone. It has a built-in 1.3 megapixel camera. It takes decent pictures but it won't replace your digital camera. It also has bluetooth that supports any standard earpiece as well as bluetooth stereo headphones. The Q has a miniSD memory card slot on the side....

Review Courtesy of WJRT (click for full Review)

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Gizmodo has a tip that this will be released August 7th, we'll see. -Peter.

Verizon Chocolate Page

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"Verizon Wireless is expanding its Motorola RAZR offering with the introduction of the RAZR V3m. The handset supports Verizon Wireless' V CAST Music service.

The V CAST Music service, which supports Verizon's EV-DO network, offers more than 1 million songs for download, according to Verizon Wireless. Consumers can grab songs over-the-air (OTA). The RAZR V3m is the first RAZR in the line to support OTA downloads, according to Verizon. The service is accessible from eligible handsets or at the carrier's online store.

Article Courtesy of WirelessWeek (click for full article)

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"Features of the Samsung SCH-a930 include a 262k color (176x220 pixel) internal display and a 4 grey, OLED (176x16 pixel) external display, 1.3 megapixel camera with flash, auto-focus, 10x digital zoom, Bluetooth, expandable memory with microSD memory card slot, speakerphone with dual stereo speakers and voice dialing with advanced speech recognition.

The Samsung SCH-a930 is available for $99.99 after $50.00 instant credit and two-year customer agreement...

Article Courtesy of MobileGuerilla (click for full article)

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"Released for Verizon Wireless, the Nokia 6305i offers excellent performance and a compelling feature set - including a 1.3 megapixel camera, EV-DO high-speed connectivity, and a sliding design. Combining the right set of features with excellent usability and keypad ergonomics, the 6305i has everything in balance. The silver and dark exterior is complemented by a sophisticated 262K-color display. Equipped to stream video clips, the 6305i provides excellent on-demand capabilities paired with Verizon Wireless' VCAST video service....

Article Courtesy of Mobiledia (click for full Article)

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"The LG VX9800 is the latest smartphone from Verizon Wireless to feature Evolution Data-Optimized (EVDO) capability, which means potentially blazing download speeds. But this new handset's main claim to fame is its ability to play both streaming video clips and music tracks. And it does it on a device that is appealing to both the eye and the ear....

Review courtesy of SciTechToday (click for full review)

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"The good: The UTStarcom XV6700 features a full QWERTY keyboard under a slider design and includes Windows Mobile 5, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and EV-DO. The smart phone also has a 1.3-megapixel camera and a speakerphone.

The bad: Unfortunately, Verizon restricts the wireless radios on the UTStarcom XV6700, and call quality and talk time are subpar.

The bottom line: The UTStarcom XV6700 for Verizon Wireless has all the makings of a powerful Windows Mobile smart phone, but it's tripped up by wireless restrictions and mediocre performance...

Review courtesy of c|net (click for full review)

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"Verizon's new smartphone offers good looks with great business features, but a lack of some connectivity options knocks the XV6700 down a few pegs. Business road warriors can find better options in the super-popular Palm Treo 700w.....

Review courtesy of TopTechNews (click for full review)

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"The underpowered Verizon Wireless 8945 makes clear calls, but its features don't measure up well against its competition's. Given its hefty price, we can't recommend this phone. The 4-ounce 8945 is moderately handsome, looking like a 3.5 by 1.9 by 0.9-inch slab of obsidian. The plastic case feels solid, and the hinge has a nice snap to it. Flip it open and you will see a thoroughly average 176-by-220 color screen and a keypad of rather cheap-feeling buttons with green backlights in the corners. A quick-access camera button, volume buttons, and the TransFlash memory card slot are located on the sides....

Review courtesy of ABC News (click for full review)

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"Physically, the RAZR V3c looks exactly like the original V3 - with one minor exception. At the time that Motorola's designers were first working on the V3c for the Korean market, the megapixel camera module they had to work with was just a bit too thick. As a result of that, they had to add that bulge around the camera lens in order to get the module to fit.

Otherwise, the physical attributes are more or less the same. The V3c weighs 97g (3.4oz), and measures 98mm x 53mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.1" x .6"). The top half of the folder design has a volume rocker switch and the smart key button on the left side, and the voice dialing/recorder button on the right side. The external sub-display is still a 65k STN unit that is usable, but not particularly nice. The lower half of the folder houses the battery, antenna and speaker (in the bulge below the keypad), and the miniUSB port that is used for power, data, and wired headsets. The user replaceable battery, with its metal cover, and a rubber covered external antenna port are located on the back....

Review courtesy of MobileBurn (click for full review)

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This phone is designed for music, but physically, no one is going to confuse it with any of the iPod models. At 3.58 by 1.92 by 1.03 inches and 4.16 ounces, the VX8100 is short and dumpy. There are music transport controls -- play/pause, FF/skip and RW/skip on the front flap so you can control your tunes without opening the phone, and the speakers are mounted on either side of the clamshell hinge, meaning you'll get the same stereo sound of music, ring tones or speakerphone chatting if the flap is up or down.

Volume toggle, voice memo key and the stereo headphone jack are located on the left spine, the camera key and miniSD slot on the right. There's a 1.2-inch external color LCD that clearly displays time, date and phone signal strength and status. The VX8100's stumpy antenna makes tight pocket fit awkward, and it doesn't telescope.

Review Courtesy of the i4u (click for full Review)

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Not so long ago, T-Mobile starting selling the pink Motorola RAZR V3 (aka Magenta). Now, Verizon Wireless decided to release the pink version of the Motorola RAZR V3c for the same price.

Features, of course, stay the same: 1.3 megapixel camera with 8x digital zoom, video capture and playback, MP3 player and BREW, Bluetooth and in addition, the Motorola RAZR V3c will also include V CAST multimedia service.

You can get the pink Motorola RAZR V3c for the price of $249.99, after a $100 online discount and a 2-year contract.

Article Courtesy of MobileGuerilla (click for full Article)

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Verizon Wireless today launched the CDM 8945. While it's actually manufactured by UTStarcom, the 8945 is being branded directly by Verizon Wireless. It's the third V Cast Music phone, joining the LG VX8100 and Samsung a950.

Article Courtesy of Mobile Tracker (click for full Article)

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Verizon Wireless plans to launch a child-tracking service called Verizon Chaperone for parents in May as one of several location-based services the carrier will roll out before summer, Autodesk, the company that created the software, said Thursday.

The No. 2 U.S. mobile phone company has deliberated over launching its location-based services, which use a GPS chip in cell phones to locate the devices, for months because of worries over privacy concerns, said Joe Astroth, Autodesk’s vice president of Location Based Services.

Article Courtesy of RED Herring (click for full Article)

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The good: The Motorola Razr V3c comes with a sexy design, improved controls, a megapixel camera, support for 3G networks, and solid call quality.

The bad: The Motorola Razr V3c has poor speakerphone quality, a lower-resolution display, no MP3 player, and no analog roaming.

The bottom line: The Motorola Razr V3c matches the original Razr in almost every way but adds 3G capability and improved call quality.

Review courtesy of C|net (click for full review)

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Samsung Telecommunications America
(Samsung) today announced the re-release of its SCH-a950, which now features V
CAST Music from Verizon Wireless, allowing consumers to download full songs
over the air onto their phones. The a950's fully-integrated music
capabilities enable consumers to download their favorite music and digital
audio content, while the phones intuitive design and external music controls
give users complete control of their mobile entertainment experience. V CAST
Music from Verizon Wireless is the only full-function mobile music service
that lets you download music over the air, onto your Windows PC, and transfer
your own digital music between your phone and your computer.
V CAST Music runs on Verizon Wireless' broadband network, the most robust,
award-winning wireless broadband network in the nation, available to 150
million people in 180 major metropolitan areas. The a950's V CAST Music
capabilities allow consumers to have their favorite tunes with them whether
they're at work, at play or on the go. The number of songs is limited only by
the size of the TransFlash(TM) memory card (purchased separately) that slides
into the phone's memory slot.

Continue reading "Samsung SCH-a950 re-released by Verizon" »

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LAS VEGAS - Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today introduced its SCH-i830, the ultimate tool for the global business traveler, which will be available for Verizon Wireless' large account enterprise customers on January 10, 2006, and for consumers on January 24, 2006. As the latest smart phone collaboration between Verizon Wireless and Samsung, the i830 is much more than a wireless phone - it's similar to a personal computer with a full QWERTY keyboard and access to email and documents, and also comes equipped with quad-band frequency that will work internationally where networks are supported.
The i830 is exclusive to Verizon Wireless and allows international travelers to keep one phone and one phone number almost anywhere they go, via its dual mode, CDMA/GSM functionality. The multifunction device fills the need for a single high-end wireless phone that can be used globally without sacrificing voice capabilities, while delivering ease-of-use and convenience through its design and its ability to handle data and messaging tasks.

Continue reading "Samsung i830 Announced by Verizon" »

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First Windows Mobile-based Treo Smartphone on EV-DO Network Offers High-speed Wireless Data Access for Email, Web Browsing and Downloading Office Documents

For businesses and individuals who want the latest all-in-one mobile communications and business-productivity solution, Palm, Inc. (Nasdaq:PALM) and Verizon Wireless today announced the availability of the Palm(R) Treo(TM) 700w smartphone, the first Treo smartphone to take advantage of Verizon Wireless' BroadbandAccess service on its EV-DO network. The Treo 700w smartphone also is the first Treo smartphone to run the Microsoft Windows Mobile operating system, bringing the hallmark Palm ease of use to Windows Mobile for the first time. It combines a great mobile phone with high-speed wireless data access to email(1) and business applications. The Treo 700w smartphone goes on sale tomorrow and joins the Treo 650 smartphone based on the Palm OS(R) platform on the Verizon Wireless network.

Continue reading "Palm Treo 700w Smartphone Available on the Verizon Wireless Network" »

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Well here you go, for those of you who have been waiting for this device. It is expected to launch on the 10th of January for B2B and the 24th for Retail. This is basically an I730 minus the WIFI capability but with the GSM for International Roaming. Oh boy this is an expensive device. That's all I have to say about that....

Article courtesy of Howard Forums (click for full article)

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Motorola has improved upon the design of its wildly successful Razr V3 GSM mobile phone by developing a new Evolution Data Optimized (EV-DO) version for Verizon Wireless. When it comes to style, the metallic silver Motorola Razr V3c is about as cool as it gets.

Measuring 3.86 x 2.08 x 0.57 inches and tipping the scales at 3.5 ounces, the sexy, slim Razr V3c slips easily into any pants pocket or handbag....

Review courtesy of NewsFactor (click for full review)

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The Motorola E815 has it all in a large clamshell handset with a small price tag. The Moto features a good 1.3 megapixel camera, EVDO, MP3 player, a vivid inner display, TransFlash memory expansion slot, Bluetooth and speakerphone. It was introduced in the summer of 2005 and sells for $199 or less with contract, not bad given the feature set.

On the large side for a clamshell phone, the E815 is bigger than the LG VX8100 with which it competes, though it's smaller than the relatively large LG VX9800 (The V) which houses a QWERTY keyboard. It has a large, bright and colorful inner display and a decent outer display. The phone uses Motorola's standard UI (user interface) which features large icons and easy to read text. Though not as incredibly easy to use as the afore mentioned LG phones with their "Verizon-ized UI", anyone who's used a Moto in the past few years will have no trouble getting around...

Review courtesy of Mobile Tech Review (click for full review)

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Verizon, Cingular cutting prices for popular handset

Motorola Inc. stands to gain from a price war between the two largest U.S. wireless operators over the popular Razr cellular phone this holiday season.

As Verizon launches the first version of the popular handset tailored to its technology, known as CDMA, arch-rival Cingular has been slashing prices on its models, first introduced a year ago.

Cingular, the nation’s largest cellular carrier, is offering up the Razr to subscribers for as little $99, after a 33% rebate. Verizon responded yesterday with an extra $20 rebate for its new version of the phone, bringing its price to $179.

“I’m sure Cingular did it to take some of the wind out of Verizon’s launch,” says analyst Albert Lin of American Technology Research...

Article courtesy of Chicago Business Journal (click for full article)

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Verizon Wireless, the nation’s leading wireless service provider, and LG Electronics MobileComm (LG Mobile Phones ) invite customers to register to purchase the new multimedia LG VX9800 handset before its official introduction in October. Beginning today, Verizon Wireless customers can register for the VX9800 by logging on to www.verizonwireless.com.

Available exclusively to Verizon Wireless customers, the VX9800 uses advanced wireless technology and design to offer a complete multimedia entertainment experience along with the latest in wireless phone communication. Whether streaming news and sports video highlights on Verizon Wireless’ V CAST service, downloading and watching crystal clear V CAST video clips from the hottest names in entertainment, or listening to favorite songs through the phone’s MP3 player and stereo speakers, customers will notice that the VX9800’s overall design typifies the latest in wireless technology....

Article Courtesy of DMN Newswire (click for full Article)

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Verizon Wireless plans to start sending clips of popular CBS shows "CSI," "Survivor" and "Late Show with David Letterman" to mobile phones, marking CBS's first foray into wireless video.

The clips will be available to customers of Verizon Wireless' V Cast video service and are aimed at luring more consumers to use a high-speed wireless network it is building, the company said Wednesday.

Mobile providers are moving beyond traditional phone calls in the hope of boosting revenue with features like video.

TV networks like CBS see this trend as a way to win new viewers and give new options to existing ones. Some, like NBC, are also making agreements with Apple Computer to have whole shows or clips run on its video iPod....

Article Courtesy of News.com (click for full Article)

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Verizon Wireless is joining the GPS party already attended by Sprint/Nextel, with the launch of its new GPS VZ Navigator service. Verizon has teamed up with Networks in Motion, making use of the company’s AtlasBook software. Using cell phone towers to triangulate your approximate position, your phone then connects to GPS satellites for more precise location information. Then, Nateq maps are downloaded onto your mobile (via Verizon’s “Get it Now” service applets), and well, it’s up to you to figure out what to do from there.

The VZ Navigator service can be had for $10 a month, or for your shorter road trips, $3 a day. And yes, you will be charged (on top) for download charges related to your retrieving of maps. Another bummer is that incoming calls will interrupt data transmission; so, tell your mom that you’ll call her back, after you figure out where the heck you are...

Article Courtesy of MobileMag (click for full Article)

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Online Only!
The Motorola V325 gives you style and substance without putting a dent in your bank account. With an integrated speakerphone, Advanced Speech recognition, and stylish design, the Motorola V325 lets you have everything you need, wherever you need to go.

http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/controller?item=phoneFirst&action=viewPhoneDetail&selectedPhoneId=2140

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Click on Verizon's page to be notified of the actual release date.

http://www.vzwshop.com/treo700w/

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The V3c, now available for Verizon Wireless customers, is Motorola's first RAZR to run on a CDMA network, the companies announced Monday.

There is a large portion of the subscriber base in the United States that has not had the opportunity to purchase and use the RAZR due to availability across technologies," said Monica Rohleder, North America public relations manager, Mobile Devices at Motorola Inc.

"With this version, the RAZR is available for the first time to CDMA customers," a Motorola spokesperson told Ziff Davis Internet. "Prior to the V3c launch, the RAZR was strictly a GSM phone for GSM network users."

Article courtesy of PCMag (click for full article)

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The Windows Mobile Palm Treo 700w has gained FCC approval. The FCC filling confirms the Treo 700w name and some other details. They have also published the full user manual as well as new pictures and screenshots of the device.

The Palm Treo 700w runs Windows Mobile 5.0 and is a CDMA-based phone targeted for the U.S. market. It will operate on Verizon Wireless' BroadbandAccess EV-DO network with download speeds averaging 400-700 kilobits per second. It is expected to be available in early 2006..

Article courtesy of Palm Info Center (click for full article)

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We don’t know many kids who’d be stoked to have this as their cellphone — most eight-year-olds we’ve spotted with cellies these days are sporting RAZRs or Sidekicks — but it looks like Verizon has finally started selling the Migo, that emergency cellphone that LG was developing for them (which we first heard about back in August when it was called the VX-1000). Like most of the cellphones-for-kids-and-old-folks that are out there, the Migo is a pretty basic handset that’s primarily meant to be used for emergencies or in a very limited capacity...

Article courtesy of engadget (click for full article)

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From Verizon's website:

The first EV-DO capable BlackBerry device in the country and it can be used in the BroadbandAccess network for dialing up to the internet. The BlackBerry 7130e includes BlackBerry Desktop Software version 4.1. Complete with two-way wireless synchronization of email and organizer information, you can keep connected to the information important to you. The sleek and stylish Wireless Handheld™ provides a superior wireless email and data experience integrated with built-in phone functionality in a single device. It allows you to travel nationwide while still maintaining wireless connectivity to a full suite of applications including email, Internet, intranet access, phone, SMS and organizer. The BlackBerry 7130e is a powerful handheld featuring a large high resolution LCD Screen and an internal high performance antenna. The BlackBerry 7130e is password protected and has a keyboard lock.

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This week we took a look at the LG VX9800, a high-end EV-DO enabled handset from Verizon Wireless that has had some visibility thanks to a large advertising campaign. Think of it as the Sidekick for Verizon Wireless--QWERTY keyboard, landscape oriented screen and a larger than most form factor. It also has that wow factor once the keyboard is revealed. But can it perform?

My first impression of the LG VX9800 was the size, this is no sub-compact meant to gracefully rest in a pocket. There is no way to hide it, the VX9800 is a big handset. Think Sidekick big. But after opening the handset to reveal the larger screen and QWERTY keyboard, the size starts to make more sense. The included stereo speakers on the inside of the phone work nicely with the overall design and provide great sound though I wish they could have been a bit louder.

There are a lot of buttons on the VX9800 thanks to its dual form factor, I counted 79. But that is a bit inflated because you only use one set at a time, when the phone is closed for example there are 26 keys which is about average.

Check out the photo section below to see a comparison shot of the VX9800 and two other phones I had in my office, the Samsung e635 and the Kyocera Slider Sonic...

Review courtesy of MobileTracker (click for full review)

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Americans love the Motorola RAZR so it shouldn't come as any surprise that Motorola extended the brand today with four new RAZRs, all sure to be on sale for the holiday season.

The most exciting new phone is the RAZR V3c. Motorola won't talk about it and Verizon isn't even acknowledging that the phone exists. Motorola has said that the phone will support BREW and the only nationwide carrier with BREW is Verizon. It should hit shelves by the end of the year. Although the V3c looks like a typical steel-gray RAZR, it has much-improved specs: a 1.23-megapixel camera (previous RAZRs have been VGA), high-speed EV-DO data connectivity, and 30 MB of internal memory. You'll also finally find Bluetooth on the RAZR V3c, though if indeed Verizon picks it up, we're pretty sure Bluetooth file transfer will be disabled (as has been their custom with all previous Bluetooth-enabled Verizon phones), leaving the wireless technology solely for use with headsets.

Article courtesy of PCMag (click for full article)

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Verizon LG VX9800
At first blush, it looks like an ordinary candy bar style cell phone: rectangular-shaped with a keypad and display on the front. But it's hinged along the left edge and flips open like a miniature notebook computer, exposing a super-sharp 2.5-inch screen and a thumb keyboard. Flanking the screen is a pair of tiny, but surprisingly decent-sounding stereo speakers.
You can dial with the phone open or closed; if you open it the call goes into speaker mode, which is one of the best sounding speakerphones I've encountered. The phone's performance is good and LG's (www.us.lge.com) user interface is intuitive and straightforward...

Motorola A780
The A780 is the latest model of a line of PDA phones developed by Motorola's China subsidiary. It's based around Linux, rather than using software from Palm or Microsoft.
The A780 is a sleek, smoothly contoured, clamshell design that easily slips into your pocket. It has a phone keypad and window on the front and flips open to reveal a large 320 x 240 pixel color touch screen display inside. A portion of the screen is visible through the window when the lid is closed, effectively providing a second screen. It's a quad band phone that works worldwide and on the Cingular and T-Mobile networks. It has a speakerphone, a 1.3 mega pixel camera, and Bluetooth.
Syncing is done using Motorola's included over-the-air MotoSync software. The phone's EDGE technology for data connects at triple the normal speed....

Review courtesy of SanDiegoSource (click for full review)

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The VX9800 has a long laundry list of compelling features, including a color outer display, a stunning 320 x 256 pixel landscape oriented inner display, Text to speech, EVDO, excellent speakerphone, Bluetooth, stereo speakers, 1.3 megapixel camera with flash, 56 megs of available memory, miniSD card slot, MP3 player, voice recorder, Verizon Wireless Sync compatibility, extremely sturdy build and best of all a QWERTY keyboard with dedicated number row inside.

Verizon targets this $299 with new activation phone at those who need HTML browsing and easy messaging but don't want the price tag, added heft or complexity of a PDA phone such as the Samsung i730 Pocket PC Phone or the Palm Treo 650. The high resolution 262,000 color inner display, stereo sound and strong performance are also perfect for multimedia mavens, and it's currently the best phone on the market to take advantage of VCast media on Verizon's EVDO network.

Review courtesy of MobileTechReview (click for full review)

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