Verizon Wireless Razzle Phone (Verizon Wireless)

From Verizon Wireless
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #1060 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Blue
* Brand: Verizon Wireless
* Model: TXT8030VW
* Released on: 2009-11-13

Features

* Unique swivel, tilting bar design with music player on one side and QWERTY keyboard on the other
* Access V CAST Music with Rhapsody service (subscription and PC downloads); GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
* 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD memory expansion to 16 GB; access to personal email and instant messaging services
* Up to 4.75 hours of talk time, up to 366 hours (15+ days) of standby time
* What’s in the Box: handset, 1 GB microSD memory card, rechargeable battery, wall charger, USB cable, quick start guide, user manual

Editorial Reviews

From its sleek, easy-to-use layout, to its unique swivel, tilting bar design, the Verizon Wireless Razzle is packed with a wealth of mobile multimedia and navigation options. It’s compatible with the V Cast Music with Rhapsody service, which enables you to purchase songs through your PC and then transfer them to the phone’s included 1 GB microSD memory card. You’ll also stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service, and be able to keep track of family members with the Family Locator service. See more details on optional Verizon Wireless services below.

The Verizon Wireless Razzle boasts a unique tilt-and-swivel design for more comfortable text messaging and quicker access to the built-in music player.
The swivel bottom of the Razzle has a music player on one side and a full QWERTY keyboard on the other, allowing you to quickly type text messages or make phone calls. The Razzle also features a 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos only, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, memory expansion via optional microSD cards (up to 16 GB), multi-format digital audio player, speakerphone, and up to 4.75 hours of talk time.

Key Features

* Runs on the reliable Verizon Wireless voice and data network (1xRTT data frequency)
* GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
* 2.2-inch display (220 x 176 pixels, 262K color depth)
* Full QWERTY keyboard
* Unique swivel, tilting bar design switches from music player to keyboard
* 1.3-megapixel still camera (Learn more)
* Digital audio player for MP3 and WMA formats. Sync music from your PC to the phone and create and manage playlists right on the device.
* Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile–enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
* Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB (a 1 GB card is included with the phone).
* Full messaging capabilities including SMS, MMS, Mobile IM, and Mobile Email
* Organizer tools including Calendar, e-diary, notepad, alarm clock, world clock, stopwatch, tip calculator
* Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
* Voice commands
* USB mass storage
* Phone book with up to 1000 entries with multiple contacts
* 2.5mm headset jack
* Bilingual Interface: English/Español
* TTY compatible
* Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4

Vital Statistics
The Verizon Wireless Razzle weighs 3.8 ounces and measures 4.5 x 2.4 x 0.5 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.75 hours of talk time, and up to 366 hours (15+ days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies and 1xRTT data frequency.

What’s in the Box
Verizon Wireless Razzle handset, 1 GB microSD memory card, rechargeable battery, wall charger, USB cable, quick start guide, user manual

Verizon Wireless CDM8975 Phone, Black (Verizon Wireless)

From Verizon Wireless
List Price:     $299.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #8605 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Black
* Brand: Verizon Wireless
* Model: CDM8975
* Released on: 2008-08-25

Features

* Clamshell phone with walkie talkie-style communication using the Verizon Wireless Push to Talk network
* Access Verizon’s V Cast Music and Video service via fast EV-DO data network; GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
* 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth for stereo music and dial-up networking; MicroSD expansion (to 8 GB); access to IM and personal email
* Up to 4.75 hours of talk time, up to 89 hours (3.7 days) of standby time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, charger, quick start guide, user manual

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
More than just a sleek clamshell phone, the Verizon CDM8975 is ideal for highly-mobile and active users who want access to Verizon Wireless’s always-on Push to Talk service. This phone is also compatible with the V Cast Music and V CAST Music with Rhapsody services, which enables you to purchase songs through your phone and download them via Verizon’s fast EV-DO data network. You’ll also benefit from the phone’s A-GPS receiver, which enables you to access Verizon’s VZ Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions. Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth connectivity for handsfree devices and dial-up networking, MicroSD memory expansion (up to 8 GB), digital audio player, access to personal email and popular instant messaging services, and up to 4.75 hours of talk time.

Verizon Wireless Service
With support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, you’ll enjoy fast access to the Internet and Verizon Wireless multimedia services (additional charges applicable), with average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps and peak rates up to 2 Mbps. (Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.) The V Cast Music service enables you to download songs instantly to your phone, or purchase music through your PC and transfer the files to your phone. If purchased from your phone, you’ll receive two copies of the song: a Windows Media Audio Pro Plus format at 64Kbps stereo is sent to your phone, and a Windows Media Audio 9 format at 160Kbps stereo is sent to your account in the V CAST Music online store for downloading to your PC. V Cast Music offers nearly 2 million songs, with more being added all the time.

In addition to the V Cast Music service, this phone is also compatible with the Verizon Wireless V CAST Music with Rhapsody, which enables you to access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks. V CAST Music with Rhapsody delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. In addition, customers who purchase music over-the-air are able to download the master copy of the songs or albums to their PCs free of digital rights management (DRM) software that restricts how and where music can be played.

With this GPS-enabled phone, you’ll be able to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps. And the Chaperone service lets you easily locate your loved ones from your Verizon Wireless phone or PC in real time. After defining a zone, such as an area designating a school or summer camp, you’ll be sent an alert via text message when the Chaperone handset enters or leaves the zone.

Getting on the Internet is easy using the Verizon Wireless Mobile Web 2.0 package, which allows you to read and send e-mails, exchange instant messages and view your favorite web content on your phone. The Verizon Wireless Media Center wireless download service is also fully compatible with this phone. This pay-per-download service features application downloads, games and productivity tools. You can also personalize your handset with ringtone downloads using the Media Center service.

With BroadbandAccess Connect (subscription required), you can use your smartphone as a modem for your notebook when you connect the two using a USB cable–or open a Bluetooth connection–enabling you to access the Internet or your company intranet. The tethered modem capability is ideal when you’re traveling and need to use your notebook to check email, access corporate networks, or download large files like presentations and reports. And with BroadbandAccess Connect, you won’t have to buy an extra PC Card or other devices.

Phone Features
The Verizon CDM8975 clamshell phone has an internal 2-inch LCD screen with a 176 x 220-pixel resolution and support for 262K colors, and it’s complemented by an external color screen (96 x 96 pixels, 65K colors) that displays current time, signal strength, battery life, and incoming calls. This phone has an expansion slot for MicroSD cards, and it’s compatible with cards up to 8 GB in size. It has a phonebook that can store up to 500 contact entries, each with space for multiple number and support for photo and ringer IDs. You can also save up to 500 Push to Talk (PTT) contact as well as up to 100 group contacts with up to 50 members per group.

The Push to Talk (PTT) feature phone allows you to use your phone like a walkie-talkie to communicate with an individual or group of individuals who are also Verizon Wireless Push to Talk subscribers. To make a PTT call, simply select a contact, then press and hold the phone’s red PTT Key to talk. On a PTT call, only one person can talk at a time. Once you have finished talking, release the PTT Key , and listen for the other party to reply.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server (additional charges applicable).

The 1.3-megapixel camera provides four resolution options for still photos–1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240, and 160x 120 pixels–and the phone features a dedicated key for accessing the camera/camcorder function. Other features include white balance settings (auto, sunny, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, and darkness), portrait and landscape capture modes, multiple shutter sounds, the ability to add color effects, and a self-timer. You can choose from two video capture modes–short for sending via messaging or as long as you have room on your optional MicroSD memory card for saving to our PC.

The digital audio player offers compatibility for MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC/AAC+ formats, and the phone includes external music controls on the top of the clamshell face below the secondary screen. You can create and manage playlists right on the phone and the library can be organized by artist, genre and album. This phone also has a music-only mode (or flight mode) where the cellular radio is turned off, enabling you to still play music.

You’ll be able to keep up with your personal email with built-in connections to MSN Hotmail, AOL, and Yahoo! accounts. In addition to SMS text and MMS multimedia messaging, you can also access popular instant messaging (IM) services (AIM, MSN, Yahoo!). T9 predictive text entry technology makes it easier for entering text while composing email and text messages.

Other features include:

* Voice Commands
* Tools: Calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock, Stop Watch, World Clock, Notepad
* Embedded Ringtones, Vibrating Alerts and Silent
* 2.5mm Headset Jack
* Bilingual Interface: English/Espanol
* GPS Enabled/E911
* Advanced speech recognition with dedicated Voice Dial Key
* In Case of Emergency Contacts
* TTY Compatible
* Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4

Vital Statistics
The Verizon CDM8975 weighs 3.2 ounces and measures 3.7 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.75 hours (285 minutes) of talk time, and up to 89 hours of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies as well as the Verizon Wireless EV-DO data network.

T-Mobile Sidekick Phone, Black (T-Mobile)

From T-Mobile
List Price:     $299.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #11273 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Black
* Brand: T-Mobile Branded
* Model: Sidekick
* Released on: 2008-08-01

Features

* New Sidekick messaging phone sports a slightly smaller, thinner and lighter design, 2.6-inch high-resolution screen
* Compatible with T-Mobile’s MyFaves service–unlimited calling to your five most called contacts
* 2-megapixel camera; digital audio player; Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music; MicroSD expansion (512 MB card included)
* Access to personal email and instant messaging services; English and Spanish language; multi-format digital audio player
* Includes: handset, rechargeable battery, charger with AC adapter, 512 MB MicroSD memory card, USB cable, wired stereo handsfree headset, changeable shells (black and green), quick start guide

Editorial Reviews

Combining the best features of the earlier iD and LX models, the T-Mobile Sidekick is a great way to chat on popular instant messaging services, connect with friends on MySpace, and easily record and share photos and videos. This new model for 2008 sports a slightly smaller, thinner and lighter design than previous Sidekicks, and it offers a high-resolution 2.6-inch slide-out display and changeable custom covers. The new Sidekick also features an integrated Spanish user interface–the first for a Sidekick device. Other features include a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, MicroSD memory expansion (512 MB card included), digital audio player, Bluetooth stereo music streaming, Spanish language support, two interchangeable shells (black and green) and up to 5 hours of talk time.

T-Mobile Service Options
This phone operates on GSM 850/1900 networks and can handle high-speed data connectivity via T-Mobile’s EDGE network (which stands for “Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution”). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go.

It’s compatible with T-Mobile’s myFaves service, which allows you to call up to five of your most common contacts–on any network, even landlines–without using any of your minutes. Learn more about myFaves from T-Mobile.

Download cool new games, HiFi Ringers (real songs by today’s hottest artists), MegaTones (instrumental versions of songs), and wallpapers quickly, as well as stay connected via the Web, instant messaging, and email.

Phone Features
When closed, the Sidekick has a candybar-style with an extra-large 2.6-inch LCD screen featuring a 400 x240-pixel resolution and a 65K color depth. You’ll enjoy enhanced web surfing with the PC-like, full-size layout or standard Sidekick screen-size layout to scroll and read a page. Use the Mini Page function to zoom out on an overview of an entire Web page. You can even save images from Web pages to the microSD card. The mid-section of the phone with the screen swivels up to reveal the full QWERTY keyboard with chiclet-style keys, which makes typing out messages a breeze.

The phone has a 64 MB internal memory, which enables you to store up to 25 ringtones, add up to five slides to multimedia messages, and record up to 60-second voice messages. The memory can be expanded via optional MicroSD media. The phonebook can store a whopping 2000 contacts, with each entry providing multiple fields for phone numbers and email/IM addresses. It also provides support for caller groups and picture/ringer ID. You can transform the look of the Sidekick from standard black to metallic green with the included bonus shell.

For true individualization, you can design a completely unique shell unlike any other using a dedicated online Sidekick site via SkinIt at sidekickshells.com. Doing so is as simple as uploading a personal photo or graphic design, or selecting your own text, shapes, icons or logos. The final design is custom-printed onto the shell, then shipped. Once the design is complete, customers can share their work of art in a public gallery that will be hosted on sidekick.com.

The Sidekick comes with black and metallic green shells.
This phone provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 1.2), and includes profiles for mono and stereo headset, handsfree, dial-up networking, object push, file transfer, and basic print. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. It also offers USB 2.0 wired connectivity.

Other features include:

* Digital audio player compatible with MP3, AAC, and WMA formats and support for playlists
* Access to personal email (POP, IMAP) with support for push email
* 2-megapixel camera/camcorder
* Share videos via email, Bluetooth or picture messaging
* Quick Find searches across all applications
* Speakerphone
* 3.5mm headphone jack
* Built-in SyncML offers an easy way to sync your phone and PC’s contact list and calendar via USB or Bluetooth
* Instant messaging support: AIM, ICQ, Windows Live, and Yahoo!
* Organizer tools: Calendar, to-do, alarm clock
* Java J2ME (Java 2 Micro Edition) for downloadable games

Vital Statistics
The T-Mobile Sidekick weighs 4.5 ounces and measures 4.7 x 2.3 x 0.7 inches. Its 1030 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4 hours of talk time, and up to 96 hours (4 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.

T-Mobile Dash Phone, Black (T-Mobile)

From T-Mobile
List Price:     $349.99
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Product Description

The exclusive T-Mobile Dash! The T-Mobile Dash is a sleek Smartphone with a full QWERTY keyboard that brings e-mail and familiar Outlook functionality right to your phone. Using Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile®, T-Mobile Dash delivers important information and e-mail on the go. Now you can have your Outlook calendar and contacts up to date and always with you. Easily check e-mail and access Internet information virtually anywhere with T-Mobile’s EDGE network or blazing fast T-Mobile HotSpot wireless broadband. As a bonus, T-Mobile Dash also supports myFaves rate plans, which allow customers to choose their top 5 contacts and make or receive unlimited phone calls for one low price.
Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #9109 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Black
* Brand: T-Mobile Branded
* Model: Dash
* Released on: 2007-02-21

Features

* Smartphone with Windows Mobile 5.0 OS and full QWERTY keyboard–great for messages and editing documents on the go
* Compatible with T-Mobile’s MyFaves service–unlimited calling to your five most called contacts
* 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music streaming; MicroSD expansion; access to email and instant messaging
* Up to 5 hours of talk time, up to 216 hours (9 days) of standby time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, travel charger, wired handsfree headset, USB cable, case, quick start guide

Editorial Reviews

Exclusive to T-Mobile, the quad-band T-Mobile Dash is everything you need to stay connected. Perfect for business or leisure applications, the Dash is a slim Windows Mobile Smartphone that’s comfortable to hold and provides crystal-clear calling. Send, receive, and reply to your personal and business email easily with the built-in full QWERTY keyboard and the convenience of integrated Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile software. You can even browse the Web using the included Wi-Fi connectivity or built-in EDGE data support. Other highlights include myFaves compatibility, Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music streaming, a MicroSD memory card slot, a 1.3-megapixel camera with video capture capabilities, and up to 5 hours of talk time.

T-Mobile Service
The T-Mobile Dash operates on GSM 850/900/1800/1900 networks and can handle high-speed data connectivity via T-Mobile’s EDGE network (which stands for “Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution”). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go.

It’s compatible with T-Mobile’s myFaves service, which allows you to call up to five of your most common contacts–on any network, even landlines–without using any of your minutes. Learn more about myFaves from T-Mobile.

Download cool new games, HiFi Ringers (real songs by today’s hottest artists), MegaTones (instrumental versions of songs), and wallpapers quickly, as well as stay connected via the Web, instant messaging, and email.

Phone Features
Under the hood, the Dash features 23 MB of built-in flash memory, a memory card slot for more memory, and a speedy 200 MHz OMAP 850 processor. Up front, the large 2.4-inch 320 x 240 QVGA touch-screen supports over 65,000 colors, while the rear of the device houses the 1.3-megapixel camera. The design of the Dash is clean and uncluttered, with most of the buttons easily accessible with one hand. Just to the right side of the display you’ll find convenient up/down keys for volume adjustment and handy keys for browser control. There’s also a handy HTC JOGGR control pad with variable speed, drag, and hold functions that makes document viewing a pleasure. Meanwhile, call answer and end buttons surround a five-way toggle that allows you to navigate and control the Windows Mobile interface. A full QWERTY keyboard resides underneath the large display. As mentioned earlier, a microSD memory expansion card slot is provided, and USB/Bluetooth connectivity is included for convenient data transfers.

The Dash’s phone and PDA functions are designed to provide an integrated, seamless experience. The included Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone software with Direct Push technology gives you instant access to your emails, calendar, and contacts at anytime. That means wherever and whenever, you’ll be connected. A single main screen summarizes all the important information you need to make it through the day. Here you’ll get message notification, upcoming appointments, dialing functions, tasks, and more all in one spot.

As a phone, the Dash features all the functionality folks expect from an advanced cell phone, including a handsfree speakerphone, polyphonic ringtones, a vibrate mode, and picture and ringer ID. Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile combines email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes into a single application that seamlessly integrates with the Dash’s phone functions. Meanwhile, headsets, car kits and other wireless peripherals can also be paired with the unit via Bluetooth.

Staying productive on the road is made possible by the Microsoft Office Mobile suite, which includes Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile. Meanwhile, the File Explorer application makes it easy to browse the files on your Dash.

Like all T-Mobile phones, the Dash supports voicemail, caller ID, conference calling, call forwarding, call waiting, call hold, built-in paging, and access to T-Mobile’s 411 service.

Using T-Mobile’s EDGE-powered Internet service, you can surf the Web with the bundled Internet Explorer application, or use MSN, Yahoo!, or AOL messenger services to stay in contact via instant messaging. Plus, the inclusion of Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) in the Dash allows you to surf the Web or check your email at blazing speeds when you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. With the purchase of T-Mobile Hotspot data service, you can get online at thousands of locations coast-to-coast. Lastly, robust SMS and MMS functionality is built into the Windows Mobile interface, too.

One of the most important tools bundled with the Dash is Microsoft ActiveSync, which allows you to quickly synchronize your device’s tasks, calendars, email, and contacts with your desktop. You also get Exchange ActiveSync, an application that lets you synchronize data with an Exchange server. Syncing can be done via USB or wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Another great feature of the Dash is that it supports Windows Media playback right out of the box. With Windows Media Player, you can play streaming and downloaded video and audio content in a variety of formats. You can also keep favorite tunes loaded on a memory card and listen to your music wherever you roam.

The Dash can take 1.3-megapixel pictures, and while the camera is great for taking stills, it can also function as a camcorder, allowing you to capture video to the unit’s memory. An integrated media application organizes your captured photos and videos. For gamers, the phone supports Java-based and Windows Mobile games.

The Dash also sports an airplane mode feature, which allows the user to safely use the non-wireless functions of a phone (such as music, games, or organizer functions) on an airplane during flight.

Other features include:

* Predictive text input anticipates what you’re typing to make sending messages faster and easier
* Voice-activated dialing: Call someone with simple voice commands when your hands are busy.
* Voice Notes: Record messages as reminders or just for fun.
* Caller ID pictures: See a photo of your caller to quickly decide whether to answer.
* Conference calling: Talk to two people at the same time.
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PAN (personal area networking)

Vital Statistics
The T-Mobile Dash weighs 4.23 ounces and measures 4.39 x 2.46 x 0.51 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of digital talk time, and up to 216 hours (9 days) of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.

Motorola Adventure V750 Phone, Silver/Black (Verizon Wireless)

From Motorola
List Price:     $399.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #7371 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Stainless/Black
* Brand: Motorola
* Model: MOTV750
* Released on: 2008-07-28

Features

* Rugged, stylish clamshell phone built to military standards for shock, vibration, dust and water resistance
* Talk instantly to friends and colleagues using Verizon’s Push to Talk; compatible with VZ Navigator directions, V CAST Music and Video downloads, and Field Force Manager service
* 2-megapixel camera; digital audio player; Bluetooth for handsfree communicatnoi and stereo music; MicroSD expansion to 8 GB
* Up to 3.8 hours of talk time, up to 83 hours ( 3.5 days) of standby time
* Includes: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, quick reference guide, user guide

Editorial Reviews
A rugged Push to Talk phone designed for the most extreme conditions, the Motorola Adventure V750 is ideal for the highly-mobile and active individual. It meets military specifications for extreme conditions including shock, vibration, dust, solar radiation, high-temperature storage, high and low temperature operation and altitude. And with Verizon’s Push to Talk capabilities, you can easily see which friends and colleagues are available and speak to them instantly. Other features include a QVGA screen optimized for outdoor and indoor viewing, A-GPS location capabilities, MicroSD memory expansion (to 8 GB), digital audio player (compatible with Verizon’s V Cast Music and Rhapsody over-the-air download services), Bluetooth connectivity for both communication headsets and stereo music streaming, 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, and up to 3.8 hours of talk time.

Verizon’s Push to Talk service leverages EV-DO Rev. A technology, which provides customers with fast two-way communication with one person or a group of people. In addition to the simplicity of one number, national coast-to-coast coverage and no hidden charges or fees, this service also offers Presence Information, which shows you who is “on” and available to receive a Push to Talk call.

The ruggedly refined Motorola Adventure V750 is ready for anything–indoors or out–combining Mil Spec 810F certification, Push to Talk communication, VZ Navigator turn-by-turn directions, and Field Force Manager capabilities.

Verizon Service Options
With support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, you’ll enjoy fast access to the Internet and Verizon’s multimedia services (additional charges applicable), with average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps and peak rates up to 2 Mbps. (Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.) The V Cast Music service enables you to download songs instantly to your phone, or purchase music through your PC and transfer the files to your phone. If purchased from your phone, you’ll receive two copies of the song: a Windows Media Audio Pro Plus format at 64Kbps stereo is sent to your phone, and a Windows Media Audio 9 format at 160Kbps stereo is sent to your account in the V CAST Music online store for downloading to your PC. V Cast Music offers nearly 2 million songs, with more being added all the time.

In addition to the V Cast Music service, this phone is also compatible with Verizon’s V CAST Music with Rhapsody, which enables you to access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks. V CAST Music with Rhapsody delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. In addition, customers who purchase music over-the-air are able to download the master copy of the songs or albums to their PCs free of digital rights management (DRM) software that restricts how and where music can be played.

The V Cast Video service enables you to stream or download video clips to your phone from a variety of news, entertainment, sports, and weather channels, including CNN, ABC News, E!, CBS Sports, The Weather Channel, and VH1.

Verizon’s Mobile eMail gives you access to your Windows Live Hotmail, Yahoo Mail and AOL accounts so you can read, write, and reply. Access your address book, receive e-mail alerts and more, right on your Verizon Wireless phone. Getting on the Internet is easy using Verizon’s Mobile Web 2.0 package, which allows you to read and send e-mails, exchange instant messages and view your favorite web content on your phone. Verizon’s Get It Now wireless download service is also fully compatible with this phone. This pay-per-download service features application downloads, games and productivity tools. You can also personalize your handset with ringtone downloads using the Get It Now service.

With this GPS-enabled phone, you’ll be able to access Verizon’s VZ Navigator service (additional charges applicable) for voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions, heads-up alerts, local search of nearly 14 million points of interest in the US (such as landmarks, restaurants and ATMs), and detailed color maps.

This phone is also compatible with Verizon’s Field Force Manager service, a powerful Web-based application combined with a handset application that provides visibility and control for all of your mobile workers. It’s a turnkey wireless-solutions package that’s breaking new ground in resource tracking and management. It is composed of three solution modules:

* Location and Tracking uses rich, detailed mapping to show the location and location history of field workers; provides location information when users clock in and out; shows where they are when they accept and complete jobs; creates an audit trail to validate job information for customers; and generates turn-by-turn driving directions.
* Electronic Timecard gives employees an automated way to capture their time, and gives employers the ability to export this information into many current payroll systems for processing.
* Job Dispatch provides an automated way to manage customer service requests, dispatch field personnel, and track job progress through completion.

Phone Features
The Motorola Adventure V750 thrives in harsh environments, meeting military-specs for extreme conditions including shock, vibration, dust, and solar radiation. With no-slip surfaces, the V750 is tough enough to handle active work or an invigorating hike, yet it’s refined enough to hold its own at a meeting or nightclub. This high-performance Push-to-Talk phone offers instant connectivity–even in remote areas–for fast, easy connections with a press of a single button–handy when climbing rocks, scaffolding, or the corporate ladder.

The V750 has dual LCD screens, with an internal 2.2-inch display with a 240 x 320-pixel resolution and support for 65K colors and an external 1.6-inch, 65K display (120 x 160 pixels) that sits above music playback controls. It has a 128 MB internal memory that can be expanded via MicroSD/MicroSDHC media up to 8 GB in size. The phone can store up to 1000 contact entries, each with multiple contacts per entry and support for photo and ringer ID.

This phone provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 1.2), and includes profiles for mono and stereo headset, handsfree, dial-up networking, object push, file transfer, and basic print. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server. It also offers USB 2.0 wired connectivity and support for USB charging.

The digital audio player is compatible with MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC/AAC+ formats, and you can synchronize music from your PC as well as create and manage playlists right on the phone. The 2-megapixel camera has four resolution settings (1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, and 320 x 240 pixels), and it can capture video clips for as long as you have available memory (in QVGA resolution). The camera also features a number of color effects that can be added to images, a self timer, and brightness and white balance controls.

In addition to voice communication, you can also quickly and easily sent SMS text messages as well as MMS picture messaging. The iTap text entry technology is built into the unit, making it easier to enter words and text on handsets.

Other features include:

* Meets Military Specifications 810F standards for: shock, dust, vibration, solar radiation, altitude, high & low temperature storage, and high & low temperature operational
* Tools: Voice Commands, Calculators, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, and Notepad
* Speakerphone
* Voice memo recording
* Speaker-independent voice commands
* USB 2.0 connectivity
* 2.5mm headset/headphone jack
* Bluetooth version 1.2 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), BIP (for sending images to another device), BPP (basic printing profile for text, email), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PBA (transfer contacts)
* TTY compatible
* Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4

Vital Statistics
The Motorola Adventure V750 weighs 3.9 ounces and measures 4 x 2 x 0.65 inches. Its 1170 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.8 hours of talk time, and up to 83 hours of standby time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA frequencies as well as the 1xEV-DO rA data network.

Sanyo SCP-2700 Phone, Pink (Sprint)

From Sanyo
List Price:     $229.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #11808 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Pink
* Brand: Sanyo
* Model: SCP2700KBL
* Released on: 2007-07-17

Features

* Messaging phone in pink with full QWERTY keyboard, dedicated text and emoticon softkeys
* GPS turn-by-turn directions via Sprint Navigation; access to social networking sites as well as both personal and corporate email
* 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos; Bluetooth for handsfree devices; speakerphone; voice dialing; voice memo recording
* Up to 4.8 hours of talk time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, charger, battery door, quick start guide

Editorial Reviews

Perfect for the seasoned texter or beginner of any age, the Sanyo SCP-2700 from Sprint offers a full QWERTY keyboard as well as dedicated text and emoticon softkeys to give you one-touch access to adding flair to your messages. And with the optional Social Zone service, you can post mobile photos and updates from virtually anywhere to Photobucket, MySpace and more.

This handset is compatible with Sprint Navigation, which provides full-feature GPS navigation including voice and on-screen, turn-by-turn driving directions and more than 10 million business listings. You can also sign up for the optional Sprint Family Locator service, which uses GPS technology to locate your child’s phone and displays the location on an interactive map. Other features include Bluetooth for handsfree devices, a 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos, threaded text messaging, voice-activated dialing, and up to 4.8 hours of talk time.

This GPS-enabled phone provides optional access to Sprint Navigation for driving directions on your mobile phone–by voice and onscreen. Along the way, turn-by-turn directions will be announced in a clear voice and displayed on your phone. For example, Sprint Navigation will say, “Go 1.2 miles and turn right on Elm Street.” As you approach the turn, you will hear, “Turn right on Elm Street.” Sprint Navigation also provides proactive traffic alerts with one click re-routing. And it’s easy to find restaurants, banks, cafes, hotels and more from over 10 million points of interest across the U.S.

This phone also offers the Sprint Family Locator capability, an optional GPS service that allows you to locate your loved ones from your phone or the web. Convenient features like Safety Checks enable parents to receive automatic notification (via email or text message) at pre-scheduled times. Other parental-friendly features include teh ability to restrict incoming/outgoing calls to Contacts only, lock/unlock data capabilities, and input up to three special numbers that are always available.

The Social Zone application is your gateway for keeping up with all your favorite social communities such as Photobucket, MySpace, and more. From the easy-to-use dashboard view, you can respond to friend requests, view and send messages, post comments and update your status or profiles, all from your phone. You can also use your phone’s camera to take photos, then upload them straight to your networking sites without closing the application.

With Sprint Mobile Email, you’ll get easy access to your favorite home email services including AOL, Yahoo!, Gmail, and MSN/Windows Live Hotmail and more. And Sprint Mobile Email Work enables you to access email from corporate servers, including Microsoft Exchange 2000, 2003, 2007 and Lotus Notes Domino versions 6.0, 6.5 and 7.0 (with the latest software update).

You can also can easily stay in touch with family and friends using Sprint Messaging, offering threaded SMS text messaging and the ability to share pictures and video with MMS seamlessly in one application. It also offers Sprint IM with access to Yahoo! Messenger, AOL’s AIM service and MSN Messenger.

Stay Sporty with Sprint
With NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, instantly connect to the NASCAR information you want, when you want it. Follow NASCAR action from practice to race day with real-time leaderboard and alerts. Get exclusive access to your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver with real-time driver stats, breaking news and more. Live in-car audio, race radio, NASCAR on SPEED and other audio/video only available on select phones. Visit sprint.com/speed for details.

To access, just text “NASCAR” to 7777 on your Sprint phone or visit the Sprint Digital Lounge to download NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile (standard text messaging and data rates apply).

This phone also provides access to NFL Mobile Live–your all-access pass to the NFL from DRAFT to Super Bowl. Stay on top of every game with real-time red zone alerts, game center scores, stats, and more. Manage your fantasy football team like a pro with up-to-the-minute insights, analysis, stats and alerts. Access by texting “NFL” to 7777 on the handset to download NFL Mobile Live from Sprint Digital Lounge (standard text messaging and data rates apply).

Phone Features
Blending the practicality of a full QWERTY keypad with a vibrantly colorful designs, the Sanyo SCP-2700 offers a wide range of mobile features at a nicely affordable price. It has a 2.2-inch LCD screen (320 x 240 pixels, 65K colors) that sits above a navigation area and the handset’s full QWERTY keyboard. The keyboard includes a dedicated text messaging key–in one touch you’re taken to your contacts list where you can create a message–as well as a dedicated emoticon key, which helps add humor or other expressions to your text messages. And with threaded SMS text messaging, you see the full conversation for each contact in a chat-like interface. Organized conversations make it easy to go back and see the history of any conversation.

The internal phonebook can store up to 600 contact entries with seven phone numbers, three email addresses and one web address per contact entry. Other features include a speed dial function that can store up to 98 numbers (plus one for voice mail), a history of your 60 most recent calls, and caller ID (number, picture, ringer). The phone has a 16 MB internal memory, which cannot be expanded.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server (additional charges or subscription applicable).

The 1.3-megapixel camera can snap still photos in three resolution options (1280 x 960, 640 x 480, and 320 x 240 pixesl), and it features up to a 12x digital zoom (depending on your selected resolution, three quality settings, brightness and white balance controls, multi-shot capabilities, fun frames, several color tones, and a self-timer. This camera does not include video capture capabilities.

Other features include:

* Wireless Backup to manage contacts list in the event that the phone is lost, stolen or damaged
* Voice-activated dialing: Say the name of the person you want to call, and the phone dials the number automatically.
* Speakerphone
* Voice Memo Recorder–up to 1900 recordings
* Organizer tools: alarm clock, world clock, stopwatch, countdown timer, calculator
* 72-chord polyphonic ringers, vibrating alert (4 distinctive)
* 2.5mm stereo headset jack
* Bilingual User Interface–English and Spanish supported
* /T4 Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Rating
* TTY Capable
* Downloadable screensavers, ring tones, applications and games

Vital Statistics
The Sanyo SCP-2700 weighs 3.4 ounces and measures 4.3 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches. Its 840 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.8 hours of talk time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA frequencies; 1xRTT Voice & Data Capable.

Samsung Propel a767 Phone, White (AT&T)

From Samsung
List Price:     $299.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #4899 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: White
* Brand: Samsung
* Model: a767
* Released on: 2008-10-29

Features

* Slider phone with full QWERTY keyboard and dedicated messaging button for easy text and instant messaging
* Compatible with AT&T Navigator GPS, Video Share, AT&T Mobile Music, and streaming video from Cellular Video service
* 1.3-megapixel camera (with video capture); Bluetooth stereo music streaming; MicroSD memory expansion; access to personal email
* Up to 5 hours of talk time, up to 240 hours (10 days) of standby time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, charger, user manual

Editorial Reviews

Get the word out to friends, family, and instant messaging buddies with the Samsung Propel slider phone from AT&T, whose face slides up to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard that makes typing a breeze. You’ll be able to quickly download video, music and more over AT&T’s lightning quick HSPDA 3G network. Additionally, this GPS-enabled phone can access the AT&T Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as its Video Share serve, which enables you to send video of yourself to another compatible phone while making a voice call. Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for handsfree devices and stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion (to 8 GB), access to personal email, and up to 5 hours of talk time.

AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the dual-band UMTS 850/1900 MHz network, which provides download speeds ranging from 700 Kbps to 1.7 Mbps, and upload speeds ranging from 500 Kbps to 1.2 Mbps. This makes it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services, and it gives you the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services.

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you’ll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it’s fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go. You’ll also enjoy quad-band GSM connectivity, which allows you to make calls in more than 190 countries and access data applications in the more than 135 countries where AT&T offers international data roaming.

With 3G connectivity, you’ll be able to access AT&T’s Video Share service, which enables you to send a live, one-way video stream to another compatible phone during a standard voice call. The service also allows you to switch the direction of the video stream during the same phone call. (Customers must be in an area served by the company’s 3G network and have a Video Share-enabled phone.) A majority of users in the architecture, engineering and construction industries rated the ability to share live video through Video Share highly, according to research commissioned by AT&T. Video Share lets you see progress on a job site or review the day’s work without having to drive from an office or other site to do so.

You can take advantage of the AT&T Navigator GPS software and service, a full-featured premium navigation application that includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search.

With 3G connectivity, you’ll be able to access AT&T’s Cellular Video (CV) service and the Internet while on the go. Cellular Video features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. And you get access to AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the, access the Napster and eMusic subscription music services, stream music video, discover what’s playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what’s hot with The Buzz music news portal. (A MEdia Max subscription bundle is recommended for accessing AT&T’s Internet, video, and music services.)

The phone has a built-in web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T’s MEdia Net service enables you to receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more.

Phone Features
The Samsung Propel’s face features a large 2.2-inch LCD screen, which offers a 65K color depth and 220 x 176-pixel resolution and sits above a standard five-way navigator, two soft keys for navigating menus, and send/end keys. It also includes a dedicated one-touch messaging key, making text messaging, instant messaging and mobile email quick and simple. The face slides up to reveal full QWERTY keyboard with integrated numeric keypad and dedicated camera button. The phone has an internal 50 MB memory, which can be expanded via optional MicroSD memory cards (up to 8 GB in size). The internal phonebook can store up to 1000 contact entries, each capable of storing multiple phone numbers and supporting caller groups as well as picture/ringer ID.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server.

The Propel offers a full range of email, text, and multimedia messaging options. It includes support for mobile email services such as AOL, Yahoo!, and Windows Live. You can also keep up with your instant messaging buddies using the built-in IM application that connects to those same services.

Other features include:

* 1.3-megapixel camera with digital zoom and video capture capabilities
* Digital audio player with support for MP3 files
* 72-chord polyphonic and MP3 ringtones
* Organizer tools: calendar, alarm, world clock, notes, memo, currency converter, to do
* Voice recording capabilities
* T9 predictive text entry
* USB connectivity (cable not included)
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), BPP (basic printing profile for text, email), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), SPP (serial port profile)

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Propel weighs 3.8 ounces and measures 3.85 x 2.23 x 0.5 inches. Its 1000 mAH lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 240 hours (10 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as AT&T’s 850/1900 MHz 3G network (UMTS/HSDPA).

Samsung Instinct Phone, Black (Sprint)

From Samsung
List Price:     $449.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #8935 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Brand: Samsung
* Model: SPHM800ZKS
* Released on: 2008-09-01

Features

* Award-winning phone featuring 3.1-inch touchscreen with vibrating feedback, GPS navigation, visual voicemail
* Access Sprint Mobile Broadband Network via EV-DO Rev. A connectivity; Sprint TV and Sprint Music Store enabled; access personal and corporate email
* 2-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth for handsfree devices and stereo music streaming; MicroSD expansion up to 8 GB
* Up to 5.75 hours of talk time; measures 4.6 x 2.2 x 0.5 inches and weighs 4.4 ounces
* Includes: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, USB cable, 3.5mm headphones with microphone, carrying case with stylus, quick start guide

Editorial Reviews

The Samsung Instinct takes touchscreen phones to the next level with a 3.1-inch touchscreen with haptic feedback, advanced features including Visual Voicemail, and access to Sprint’s EV-DO 3G network–perfect for surfing the Web as well as downloading music and video from Sprint’s Music Store and TV service. It also includes GPS capabilities for turn-by-turn navigation provided by the optional Sprint Navigation service. Other features include a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion up to 8 GB, voice dialing capabilities, and up to 5.75 hours of talk time.

Sprint Service Options
Supporting the EV-DO Rev. A high-speed data standard, Sprint’s Mobile Broadband Network provides blazing fast speeds on the nation’s largest mobile broadband network (based on covered square miles), covering more than 15,000 cities and 1,400 airports. With EV-DO Rev. A, peak download data rates increase to 3.1 Mbps and peak upload data rates increase to 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds improve to 600 kbps to 1.4 mbps and average uplink speeds increase to 350 to 500 kbps.

The Sprint Music Store enables you to buy, download, and then jam out wherever you are with new songs or old favorites. Offering a growing selection of more than 1.6 million songs, the store provides you two copies of each song–one for the phone and another for the PC, as well as the ability to burn songs to a CD using Windows Media Player. Save your songs to a memory card with a capacity that’s right for you. Use the Sprint Music Store to listen to music while sending text messages, browsing the Web, or playing a downloaded game. And get over 30 channels of music–Hip Hop, Top Hits, Latin Pop, music videos and shows from NPR, Sporting News and more–treamed to your phone.

With Sprint TV, you can make your cell phone your always-on source for news, weather, sports and more. This comprehensive video service combines high-quality streaming audio and video from channels including the NFL Network, ABC, The Weather Channel, Fox Sports, E!, CNN, The Discovery Channel, and more.

Nicely slim, the Instinct measures 0.5 inches thin and weighs 4.4 ounces.
This GPS-enabled phone provides optional access to Sprint Navigation for driving directions on your mobile phone–by voice and onscreen. Along the way, turn-by-turn directions will be announced in a clear voice and displayed on your phone. For example, Sprint Navigation will say, “Go 1.2 miles and turn right on Elm Street.” As you approach the turn, you will hear, “Turn right on Elm Street.” Sprint Navigation also provides proactive traffic alerts with one click re-routing. And it’s easy to find restaurants, banks, cafes, hotels and more from over 10 million points of interest across the U.S.

With Sprint Mobile Email, you’ll get easy access to your favorite home email services including AOL, Yahoo!, Gmail, and MSN/Windows Live Hotmail and more. And Sprint Mobile Email Work enables you to access email from corporate servers, including Microsoft Exchange 2000, 2003, 2007 and Lotus Notes Domino versions 6.0, 6.5 and 7.0 (with the latest software update).

Phone Features
Named “Best in Show” in the third annual Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Award competition in April at CTIA Wireless 2008, the innovative Samsung Instinct speeds up the user experience like no other touchscreen phone and brings your most-used applications and contacts within a single finger tap. With the Instinct, you don’t have to listen to voicemail anymore. Just one quick glance at the Visual Voicemail display and you’ll know who called and when–and even delete messages without having to listen to them first. The device also offers a Speech to Action button providing many functions using speech activation for calling, texting, picture messaging, traffic, movie, sports, news, weather and search.

It has a high-tech look with large, vibrant touchscreen a 240 x 432-pixel resolution and support for 262K colors for excellent depth. And whether you use your finger or a stylus, the Instinct responds to every touch with a slight vibration. This localized tactile feedback, called haptics, transforms the virtual QWERTY keypad and other screen interactions into a sensory experience.

This sleek, stylish device offers three dedicated keys on the lower portion of the device to make operation of the device very straightforward and easy to navigate–phone, back and home. The phone key always takes you back to essential voice calling and features including speed dial, visual voicemail, contacts and the dial pad. The back key is a consistent way to take a step back in the operation. The home key provides quick access to the four menus of functionality included in the user interface:

With Live Search, you can use that GPS technology to search for the nearest gas station by location, price or even grade of gasoline.

* Favorites provides one-touch access to the things you do most, making customization and personalization extremely simple. Web sites, TV channels, text messaging friends and much more can be saved in the Favorites menu so the items used most are always at the user’s fingertips.
* Main includes applications such as Messaging, Voicemail, GPS Navigation and more.
* Fun takes you to Music, TV, photos, games and more.
* Web provides a fast, real Internet experience and all things Web-related, including weather and news.

This phone provides Bluetooth version 2.0 wireless connectivity, and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, audio/video remote control, and printing. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. When connected to a Bluetooth device, caller information for incoming calls will be spoken through the Bluetooth device. Decide to answer the call without ever looking at your phone.

The 2-megapixel camera can capture images up to 1600 x 1200 pixels for prints up to 8 x 10 inches. It features a 2x digital zoom, “fuzzy picture” warning that lets you know if you’re about to take a bad picture, and easy viewing of photos by simply swiping your finger across the screen to move from one photo to the next. It also includes a video camcorder function that lets you record video clips up to 2 MB (approximately 6 minutes) for sending via messaging or for as long as you have space on an inserted MicroSD memory card for saving.

The music player is compatible with MP3, WMA, AAC/AAC+, and KOZ digital audio formats, and it will play in the background even while sending text messages, browsing the Web, or playing a downloaded game. This phone is also compatible with 72-chord polyphonic ringtones, and it includes a vibrate silent mode.

The phone is compatible with text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messaging, as well as POP3 personal email accounts. It includes XT9 predictive text entry (the new version of the T9), with such features as a word prediction list and spelling correction that spots transposed letters and missed keys, as well as instant integration into all applications on the device.

Other features include:

* Live Search for Sprint, powered by Microsoft, provides easy access to directory information on-the-go, GPS-enabled directions, interactive maps and one-touch click to call access
* Store up to 600 contact entries, each with fields for five phone numbers, an email address, a web site, and notes
* Organizational tools: Calendar, calculator, alarm clock, world clock, stopwatch and notepad
* Speech to Action feature let’s you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record voice memos right on your device
* Sprint Mobile Sync: Load contact info to your phone and sync with PC, any time you add, edit or remove contacts it auto updates the back-up PC contact list.
* Speaker-Independent Voice Dialing: Say the name of any entry in your phone book and the number is dialed automatically without using the keypad. This feature is speaker-independent, so there is no need to train the phone to respond to any one person’s voice. Receive an audible status report of your phone’s coverage, signal strength, and battery strength.
* Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3/T3
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PBA (transfer contacts)

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Instinct weighs 4.4 ounces and measures 4.6 x 2.2 x 0.5 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.75 hours of talk time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO frequencies.

LG Incite CT810 Phone, Silver (AT&T)

From LGIC
List Price:     $499.99
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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #6674 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Color: Silver
* Brand: LG
* Model: INCITE
* Released on: 2008-05-04

Features

* Business-oriented smartphone with Windows Mobile 6.1 OS, Wi-Fi networking, and 3-inch touchscreen
* Tri-mode 3G-connectivity; compatible with AT&T Navigator GPS turn-by-turn directions, AT&T Mobile Music, Video Share service, and Mobile Banking
* 3-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music streaming; MicroSD expansion to 32 GB; direct push email; access to instant messaging; digital media player
* Up to 8.7 hours of talk time, up to 504 hours ( 21 days) of standby time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, charger, USB cable, getting started guide, quick start guide, CD with user guide

Editorial Reviews

Blending premium capabilities with ultramodern design, the LG Incite for AT&T features a brilliantly colorful 3-inch touchscreen that offers a choice of on-screen virtual keyboards with haptic keys that provide vibration feedback. Built for business with the power of the updated Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system, you’ll stay easily connected to your business and personal data on the go with support for a wide variety of email accounts as well as the ability to edit Microsoft Office documents.

You’ll be able to quickly download video, music and more over AT&T’s lightning quick HSPDA 3G network–and it’s compatible with 2100 MHz 3G networks in foreign territories. In addition to access to AT&T Mobile Music (compatible with Napster and eMusic subscriptions), this GPS-enabled phone is compatible with the AT&T Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as its Video Share service, which enables you to send video of yourself to another compatible phone while making a voice call. This phone also features Bluetooth connectivity for both communication headsets and stereo music streaming, Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), 3-megapixel camera, multi-format digital audio player, MicroSD memory expansion up to 32 GB, and up to 8.7 hours of talk time. The LG Incite’s software has also been updated; learn more below.

Enjoy intuitive, single-handed operation thanks to the LG Incite’s 3-inch touchscreen.
AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the dual-band UMTS 850/1900 MHz network, and this phone is also compatible with 2100 MHz 3G networks (found in international territories). The AT&T 3G network provides download speeds ranging from 700 Kbps to 1.7 Mbps, and upload speeds ranging from 500 Kbps to 1.2 Mbps. This makes it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services, and it gives you the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services. (For use outside the United States, an AT&T international data plan is recommended.)

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you’ll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it’s fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go. You’ll also enjoy quad-band GSM connectivity, which allows you to make calls in more than 190 countries and access data applications in the more than 135 countries where AT&T offers international data roaming.

With 3G connectivity, you’ll be able to access AT&T’s Video Share service, which enables you to send a live, one-way video stream to another compatible phone during a standard voice call. The service also allows you to switch the direction of the video stream during the same phone call. (Customers must be in an area served by the company’s 3G network and have a Video Share-enabled phone.) A majority of users in the architecture, engineering and construction industries rated the ability to share live video through Video Share highly, according to research commissioned by AT&T. Video Share lets you see progress on a job site or review the day’s work without having to drive from an office or other site to do so.

You can take advantage of the AT&T Navigator GPS software and service, a full-featured premium navigation application that includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search.

With 3G connectivity, you’ll be able to access AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the go, access the Napster and eMusic subscription music services, stream music video, discover what’s playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what’s hot with The Buzz music news portal.

It’s also pre-loaded with AT&T’s Mobile Banking application, which is compatible with accounts from banks including Wachovia, SunTrust, Synovus, and BancorpSouth. Mobile Banking from AT&T affords you the flexibility to stay on top of your banking needs while you’re on the move, enabling you to check your account balance, securely transfer funds between your eligible accounts, view and pay bills, and review your transaction history. AT&T customers pay no additional fee to access mobile banking and, because the application resides on the handset, the service is optimized to reduce the number of new page views necessary to complete a transaction. Minimal data usage charges apply and vary based on individual use.

The Incite comes fully loaded with a GPS receiver (and access to AT&T Navigator for turn-by-turn directions), a 3-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth stereo music streaming, and MicroSD memory expansion to 32 GB.
Phone Features
Sleekly sophisticated, the LG Incite’s 3-inch touchscreen offers a 240 x 400-pixel resolution with a 65K color depth. It presents you with a choice of on-screen virtual keyboards–a full, QWERTY keyboard in landscape mode and a 20-key keyboard in portrait view–with haptic keys that provide vibration feedback. You can navigate by simply using your fingers to move through the Incite’s friendly user interface, manipulating the scroll button to the upper right of the screen, or using the included stylus. A configurable, drag-and-drop favorites menu provides quick access to the applications that matter most to you. The phone comes with physical send/end keys on the front of the face, as well as physical volume up/down keys and a jog dial on the right side. It also has an automatic screen and key lock to prevent unwanted tapping.

The Incite has a 256 MB ROM/128 MB RAM internal memory, which can be expanded via optional MicroSD memory cards up to 32 GB in size (currently tested to 16 GB). The Outlook Address book can store an unlimited amount of contacts, and it provides over 40 data fields, including 12 phone numbers, 3 emails, 2 physical addresses, and picture ID.

The Incite connects to business and personal e-mail access through Microsoft Direct Push and AT&T’s Xpress Mail service. The Incite also supports Microsoft’s System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008, an enterprise-grade mobile solution for managing and protecting Windows Mobile 6.1 phones. Mobile Device Manager helps companies provide its mobile workers with software updates and applications over the air, as well as security-enhanced access to company data.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer–sending contacts, calendar events, tasks, notes, and pictures to other Bluetooth-enabled users. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server. You can save up to 9,999 Bluetooth pairings–more than enough to satisfy all your gadgets.

The 3-megapixel camera provides five resolution settings–2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200 (default setting), 1024 x 768, 640 x 480, and 320 x 240 pixels–and it offers a landscape viewfinder for a real-camera feel. Other features include a 2x digital zoom, panorama shot capabilities, white balance and brightness settings, and a self timer. Once you’ve shot an image, the internal image editor can crop and rotate it as well as add color effects. You can also capture video clips for as long as you have available memory (or up to 600 KB for sending via MMS messaging). It provides four resolution options–400 x 240, 320 x 240, 176 x 144 (default), and 128 x 96 pixels.

The digital audio player (Windows Media Player 10 Mobile for Pocket PC) is compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC/AAC+/eAAC+ formats, and it allows you to multitask in other sections of the phone while continue to play music. Playlists are auto-arranged by artist/album/genre, and you can also play videos in WMV, MP4 and 3GP formats. The phone also includes an FM radio tuner.

Other features include:

* Organizer tools: Alarm clock, calendar, notepad, calculator, world clock, tasks, Stopwatch
* Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
* Four unique ringtones with silent and vibrate modes
* Speaker-independent voice commands; voice-activated dialing
* Voice memo recording
* ActiveSync synchronizes Outlook, Office, and contents from Microsoft Exchange Server to keep personal information organized and updated
* AT&T Xpress Mail for accessing IMAP and POP3 email (up to 5 accounts) through your mobile device, viewing PDF attachments, and accessing corporate e-mail address books
* Instant messaging via AOL (AIM), Yahoo!, and Windows Live
* Java 2.0 support for downloadable applications and games
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), BIP (for sending images to another device), BPP (basic printing profile for text, email), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), HID (support for mice or joysticks), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PAN (personal area networking), PBA (transfer contacts), SPP (serial port profile)

Vital Statistics
The LG Incite weighs 4.23 ounces and measures 4.21 x 2.2 x 0.55 inches. Its 1300 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 8.7 hours of talk time, and up to 504 hours (21 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.

Samsung Instinct s30 Phone, Charcoal (Sprint)

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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #14606 in Cell Phone Accessories
* Brand: Samsung
* Model: Instinct s30
* Released on: 2008-09-01

Features

* Improved touchscreen smartphone with built-in instant messaging, improved Web-browsing, and easy access to both personal and corporate email
* Sprint Mobile Broadband Network via EV-DO connectivity; Sprint TV and Sprint Music Store enabled; GPS turn-by-turn directions via Sprint Navigation
* Visual Voicemail; 2-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music; MicroSD expansion (to 16 GB); digital audio/video player
* Up to 4.6 hours of talk time
* What’s in the Box: handset, battery, charger, MicroSD card adapter, wired stereo headset, USB cable, printed documentation

Editorial Reviews

The sleek successor to the iconic Samsung Instinct touchscreen phone, the Samsung Instinct s30 raises the bar with built-in instant messaging, an improved Web-browsing experience through both the default browser and Opera Mini 4.2 and pre-loaded demo games including Guitar Hero World Tour. It also offers a thinner streamlined design for a smoother feel in your hands along with a 3.2-inch touchscreen with haptic feedback. You’ll enjoy the blazingly fast speeds of Sprint’s EV-DO Rev. A Mobile Broadband Network as well as GPS navigation capabilities for accessing the optional Sprint Navigation turn-by-turn direction service and access to Sprint TV’s video-on-demand with full-motion video and vivid sound.

The Samsung Instinct s30 offers a built-in instant messaging, an improved Web-browsing experience and popular game demos.
Other features include a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion up to 16 GB, voice dialing capabilities, and up to 4.6 hours of talk time.

Sprint Service
Supporting the EV-DO high-speed data standard, this phone enables you to download and stream high-quality video, straight onto your phone. Where coverage is available, EV-DO connectivity provides average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps, with peak rates up to 2 Mbps. With Sprint TV, you can make your cell phone your always-on source for news, weather, sports and more. This comprehensive video service combines high-quality streaming audio and video from channels including the NFL Network, ABC, The Weather Channel, Fox Sports, E!, CNN, The Discovery Channel, and more.

The Sprint Music Store enables you to buy, download, and then jam out wherever you are with new songs or old favorites. Offering a growing selection of more than 1.6 million songs, the store provides you two copies of each song–one for the phone and another for the PC, as well as the ability to burn songs to a CD using Windows Media Player. Save your songs to a memory card with a capacity that’s right for you. You also get several streaming-radio applications, including Sprint Radio with more than 150 channels.

This GPS-enabled phone provides optional access to Sprint Navigation for driving directions on your mobile phone–by voice and onscreen. Along the way, turn-by-turn directions will be announced in a clear voice and displayed on your phone. For example, Sprint Navigation will say, “Go 1.2 miles and turn right on Elm Street.” As you approach the turn, you will hear, “Turn right on Elm Street.” Sprint Navigation also provides proactive traffic alerts with one click re-routing. And it’s easy to find restaurants, banks, cafes, hotels and more from over 10 million points of interest across the U.S.

With Sprint Mobile Email, you’ll get easy access to your favorite home email services including AOL, Yahoo!, Gmail, and MSN/Windows Live Hotmail and more. And Sprint Mobile Email Work enables you to access email from corporate servers, including Microsoft Exchange 2000, 2003, 2007 and Lotus Notes Domino versions 6.0, 6.5 and 7.0 (with the latest software update).

The handset also features a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion (to 16 GB), and Visual Voicemail.

Phone Features
Ideal for those looking to simplify and increase the productivity of their business and personal lives, the Samsung Instinct s30 brings your most-used applications and contacts within a single finger tap. With the Instinct, you don’t have to listen to voicemail anymore. Just one quick glance at the Visual Voicemail display and you’ll know who called and when–and even delete messages without having to listen to them first. It has a high-tech look with large, vibrant 3.2-inch touchscreen a 240 x 432-pixel resolution and support for 262K colors for excellent depth. And the Instinct s30 responds to every touch with a slight vibration. This localized tactile feedback, called haptics, transforms the virtual QWERTY keypad and other screen interactions into a sensory experience.

The Instinct s30 offers a Speech to Action button, which provides many functions using voice activation including call, text, picture messaging, traffic, movie, sports, news and search. Speech to Action brings seamless integration with Sprint Navigation, powered by Telenav, with GPS-enabled audio and visual turn-by-turn driving directions, one-click traffic rerouting and more than 10 million local listings.

Tips and Tricks

* Sharing GPS Directions
It’s simple to share driving directions. Just touch Main > Navigation > Drive to > Recent Places, then select a previous destination and pick any recipient with a mobile phone number. Touch Share and send it to an email or a mobile phone.

* Find Movies Near You
To find out what’s playing in your area, touch Web > Movies. See an updated list of what’s showing by title or find out what’s playing near you.

This sleek, stylish device offers three dedicated keys on the lower portion of the device to make operation of the device very straightforward and easy to navigate–phone, back and home. The phone key always takes you back to essential voice calling and features including speed dial, visual voicemail, contacts and the dial pad. The back key is a consistent way to take a step back in the operation.

Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking–surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server (additional charges or subscription applicable).

The 2-megapixel camera can capture images up to 1600 x 1200 pixels for prints up to 8 x 10 inches. It features a 2x digital zoom, “fuzzy picture” warning that lets you know if you’re about to take a bad picture, and easy viewing of photos by simply swiping your finger across the screen to move from one photo to the next. It also includes a video camcorder function that lets you record video clips up to 2 MB (approximately 6 minutes) for sending via messaging or for as long as you have space on an inserted MicroSD memory card for saving.

The music player is compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC/AAC+ digital audio formats, and it will play in the background even while sending text messages, browsing the Web, or playing a downloaded game. This phone is also compatible with 72-chord polyphonic ringtones, and it includes a vibrate silent mode.

Other features include:

* Live Search for Sprint, powered by Microsoft, provides easy access to directory information on-the-go, GPS-enabled directions, interactive maps and one-touch click to call access
* Visual Voicemail allows you to listen to messages in their order of preference and manage them with a simple tap of the screen
* True HTML Web experience from both the enhanced embedded browser and the addition of Opera Mini 4.2 with a desktop-like browsing experience
* Store up to 600 contact entries, each with fields for five phone numbers, an email address, a web site, and notes
* Messaging services: SMS text, MMS multimedia, instant messaging, email
* Personal Organizer: Calculator, Calendar (sync with Outlook or personal), Alarm Clock, World Clock, Stopwatch and Notepad
* MicroSD memory expansion (up to 16 GB)
* Speed dialer can store up to 99 numbers
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PBA (transfer contacts)

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Instinct s30 weighs 3.88 ounces and measures 2.17 x 4.57 x 0.48 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.6 hours of talk time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO frequencies.