LG Accolade VX5600 Phone (Verizon Wireless) Review

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(More customer reviews)Refusing to purchase a smart phone and the $30 / month data plan that must be purchased with it, I opted for an Ipod Touch (for the PDA I need) and the Accolade, for the simple phone I need. It's everything I wanted - just a phone that is easy to use and can hold lots of contacts. The keypad is large even though the phone is compact; the display is bright and colorful. My one drawback is the camera. If a good phone had been available without one, I would have gotten it. The placement of the camera button on the side of the phone was an engineering mistake. It's difficult to open the phone without activating the camera, and I've found no way to disable the camera. Otherwise, this phone is nearly perfect for what I want - a non-data instrument with good sound and easy to use.

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Perfect for your on-the-go communication needs, the LG Accolade VX5600 mobile phone for Verizon Wireless eschews the fancy bells and whistles found on other phones to deliver essential, easy-to-use voice and messaging features that you need to rely on every day. Offering a compact design that's easy to tuck in a pocket or toss in a handbag, the Accolade flip phone offers dual displays, voice command capabilities, and Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free devices.
It also includes an integrated GPS receiver, which enables you to access the Verizon Wireless VZ Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as access the Family Locator service, which helps you track down family members anytime, anywhere. Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera for still photos, mobile Web capabilities with Bing search, access to personal e-mail, speakerphone, and up to 7.67 hours (460 minutes) of talk time.

Key Features
CDMA 1xRTT data network
GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
1.76-inch internal display with 220 x 176-pixel resolution and 262K color depth
Color external screen displays current time, signal strength, battery life, and incoming calls
Full messaging capabilities including Mobile E-mail, Mobile Web E–mail, and Chat
Mobile Web capable with Bing search
1.3-megapixel for still photos with 2x digital zoom, noise reduction (for improving image quality in low-lit environments), customizable brightness and white balance settings, night mode, and self timer.
Bluetooth 2.1+EDR connectivity for communicating wirelessly via hands-free headsets and car kits. You can also wirelessly send contacts and calendar events to other compatible Bluetooth-enabled phones.
Voice command capabilities (speaker-independent) including call, send message, contacts, redial, and more.
Organizer tools including calendar, alarm clock, stopwatch, world clock, notepad, tip calculator, to do list, and calculator
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
Voice clarity feature automatically adjusts voice based on surround noise level
Phonebook stores up to 1000 contacts with each entry storing five numbers, two e-mail addresses, one physical address, one IM screen name, a picture ID, and notes.
Micro USB connectivity with charging capabilities
Voice memo recording
Hearing aid compatible (M4/T4 rating)
TTY/TDD support

Vital Statistics The LG Accolade VX5600 weighs 3 ounces and measures 3.56 x 1.83 x 0.72 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 7.67 hours of talk time, and up to 679 hours (28+ days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies and 1xRTT data frequency.
What's in the Box LG Accolade VX5600 handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, battery door, quick start guide

Verizon Wireless Services
VZ Navigator Capable: 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.

Family Locator: Securely locate your family members' locations from your Verizon Wireless device or the web. The locate feature provides you with the information you need to stay aware and stay in touch, including detailed location information and the address of your family members displayed on an interactive map and the option to receive turn-by-turn driving directions to your family member's location using VZ Navigator. You can also receive updates when your family members leave or arrive at locations that you define such as school, soccer practice, or home, with monitored locations set up within a 1/4-, 1/2-, or a 1-mile radius.

Mobile Web 2.0: 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.

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Casio G'zOne Brigade C741 Phone (Verizon Wireless) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this phone as a replacement upgrade to a LG Voyager, with the touch screen. It was 2 and a half years old, wasn't working as well as it used to. It was my 3rd LG phone. As durable as they were, I had been looking for a more durable replacement, or addition I could use while working. Two years I considered other Casio Gz'One phones as a secondary phone. Their reputations weren't bad. Some minor reliability issues. The biggest turnoff was the added expense. Until I saw this in the Verizon store, and I had an epiphany. It did everything my LG Voyager did, but was armored against everything I would throw against it while working(or playing). The two biggest negatives people say about it is it is too bulky, and it is ugly. The people who said this are obviously shallow, and conceited and are afraid of someone seeing them with it in public. Its lighter then most Nextel phones. And the coverage is way better. No other phone shares the features this does. As for the price, this phone has to be built to a higher standard then most phones. You are paying for water tight O rings. Design, and durability. It isnt as pretty as a Droid, or quick as a Nokia N900. It is a tool, for working class people. You can rely on it in the worst scenarios to call for help, your Mom and your significant other to buy milk on their way home. It just works. Even if it falls in the puddle next to your car on a cold winter morning. Lets see a Droid, or ANY other phone do that.

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Built to military specifications, the Casio G'zOne Brigade mobile phone for Verizon Wireless is ideal for highly mobile and active users who want access to Verizon's always-on Push to Talk service. It's also a great choice for business customers in industries such as construction, public safety and utilities who need devices that stand up to tough work conditions while still delivering high-performance mobile technology.
The tall candybar-shaped Brigade has a small circular display and standard alpha-numeric keypad on its exterior, and it opens up to reveal a 2.9-inch display and full QWERTY keyboard for easy texting and e-mailing. The Brigade also sports an HTML browser and a document viewer for reviewing Microsoft Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations as well as PDFs
The Brigade is compatible with the V Cast Music with Rhapsody service, which enables you to purchase songs through your phone and download them via the fast Verizon Wireless 3G EV-DO data network, and the V CAST Video on Demand service that enables you to watch full-length TV shows plus news, sports, weather, and live entertainment video clips. You'll also stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service. And with the optional Visual Voice Mail service, you'll be able to quickly and easily scroll through your messages and pick the ones you want to listen to.
Other features include a 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder with flash, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, multi-format digital audio player, microSD memory expansion (up to 16 GB), and up to 6 hours of talk time.

Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity thanks to the reliable Verizon Wireless EV-DO, Rev A network
Tough Technology design that can withstand water, shock, dust, vibration, humidity, salt fog, solar radiation, altitude, and high and low temperature storage (conforms to MIL-STD-810F)
Push to Talk capability enables you to quickly connect with one or multiple team members at the same time with just a push of a button. Connect on the Verizon Wireless nationwide broadband network, and get expanded coverage across the United States within the National Enhanced Services Rate and Coverage Area.
Place group calls: Hold conversations with as many as 50 total participants.
Check team member status with Presence: See who is available for a Push to Talk call.
Manage contacts for the entire company online: Add, delete and assign contacts, create groups and more.
Use one number, one device: Make and receive voice calls without needing a second device or phone number.


GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
3.2-megapixel camera with flash and autofocus as well as white balance settings and multishot capabilities
Best Shot camera mode has six presets for a perfect photo finish and automatically changes the setup of the camera based on the background
Video capture capabilities
Digital audio player for MP3, WMA, and unprotected AAC/AAC+ 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. And with dial-up networking capabilities, you can access the Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Connect service to use your phone as a modem. (Learn more)
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB.
Full messaging capabilities including SMS, MMS, Mobile IM, and Mobile Email.
Document viewer makes reviewing Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and PDFs a breeze
Organizer tools including calendar, alarm clock, countdown timer, world clock, notepad
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
Speakerphone with front-facing stereo speaker

Vital Statistics The Casio G'zOne Brigade weighs 6 ounces and measures 4.4 x 2.2 x 0.9 inches. Its 1150 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 6 hours of talk time, and up to 90 hours (3.75 days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies as well as EV–DO, Rev A 3G frequencies.
What's in the Box Casio G'zOne Brigade handset, rechargeable battery, charger, charging cradle, quick start guide, user manual

Verizon Wireless Services
Reliable 3G Network: 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.)

VZ Navigator Capable: 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.

Visual Voice Mail: This innovative service enables you to delete, reply, and forward voice mail messages without having to listen to prior messages or voice instructions. Visual Voice Mail is the ideal tool for the busy mobile professional who may need to prioritize which messages he or she listens to first. Features include on-screen access to voice mail message status, save up to 40 messages for 40 days (or archive permanently), create up to 10 different caller ID-based greetings, and reply via call back, text or even voice mail.

Field Force Manager: Combining a powerful Web-based application with a handset application, the Field Force Manager service provides visibility and control for all of your mobile workers. It's a turnkey wireless-solutions package that breaks 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.


Mobile Broadband Connect: 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 Mobile Broadband Connect tethered modem capability is ideal when you're traveling and need to use your notebook to check e-mail, access corporate networks, or download large files like presentations and reports. And with Mobile Broadband Connect, you won't have to buy an extra PC Card or other devices.

V CAST Music with Rhapsody: Access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks, which delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. For a monthly fee (billed on your Verizon Wireless bill), you can load and reload your subscription songs from your PC to your V CAST Music with Rhapsody phone as often as you want, and take your music on the go.
On PCs running the Windows XP or higher operating system, you can also browse, preview, and purchase music using the V CAST Music with Rhapsody software, which is available as a free download from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody download website. Additional subscription charges applicable.

V CAST Video on Demand: This optional service enables you to watch full-length TV shows plus news, sports, weather, and live entertainment video clips. It features more than 100 full-length programs from leading broadcast and cable networks, ranging from highly-rated drama and comedy series to reality programs and children's programming. V CAST Video on Demand also delivers live sporting events, including NHL hockey games and an upcoming slate of college football games
The service offers unlimited viewing of Basic Videos and the ESPN MVP channel. You can choose from 14 categories, including Entertainment, Kids, Music, Sports, Comedy, News, Pop Culture, Information, Women, Latino, Home & Leisure, Multicultural, Cutting Edge, and Hollywood. Additional subscription charges applicable.

Family Locator: Securely locate your family members' locations from your Verizon Wireless device or the web. The locate feature provides you with the information you need to stay aware and stay in touch, including detailed location information and the address of your family members displayed on an interactive map and the option to receive turn-by-turn driving directions to your family member's location using VZ Navigator. You can also receive updates when your family members leave or arrive at locations that you define such as school, soccer practice, or home, with monitored locations set up within a 1/4-, 1/2-, or a 1-mile radius.

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Samsung Convoy U640 Phone (Verizon Wireless) Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this when I first came out ,and I am sure glad I did, Verizon is out of stock! Let me share with this phone does it all-tough, rugged, but modern and all the basics needed! Let me walk through this, in order of features I love!
1. Battery Life-Hate charging your phone daily? This is FOR YOU..... A CHARGE WITH FULL USE FOR FOUR DAYSSS! WOW! I use my phone SEVERAL HOURS DAILY, and text all the time, and this phone goes down ONE bar in four days! WOW! I love it ...don't even need a car charger!
2. ADJUSTABLE SIZE FONTS FOR TEXTING AND OTHER THINGS-for us middle aged and older folks , this is great! Can adjust size of fonts for texting, wow! Quick text enables you to simply push a button and send a pre-picked phrase (running late, call me asap, etc), and you can add your own phrases and delete at will!
3. GREAT SPEAKERPHONE. works well, loud, and great voice command and Bluetooth connection!
4. Tunes-who needs an iphone and pay tons of bucks a month? Download your own tunes!! MP 3 player
5. Military Spec-water, salt , fog, altitude, shock, dust, solar, cold resistant.....this phone is a manly phone, thick, but still fits in pocket well. Rubber side grips.
6. DON'T NEED TO OPEN FOR ACCESS-can text, read texts, and check voice mail without opening flip
(BTW, lots of folks complain you cant' see the clock as it is not always on -I like that, saves battery, and you can push a button to get time if you want. You CAN leave clock always on but this will shorten battery life.
7. PTT Don't use this feature, but is a nice one.
8. VZ Nav for directions, and automatic location finder to track kids or elderly and find location of phone (and them) on Verizon site.
THIS PHONE IS SUPER.....NOT FANCY, NOT BELLS AND WHISTLES< but solid, LONG battery life, and great Verizon service!

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Built to military specifications to survive extreme shock, water and dust environments, the Samsung Convoy for Verizon Wireless is ideal for highly-mobile and active users who want access to Verizon's always-on Push to Talk service. You'll stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service, and be able to track employees and colleagues with the Verizon Wireless Field Force Manager service. And using the Verizon Wireless 3G EV-DO data network, you can download music via the V Cast Music with Rhapsody service and watch streaming video with the V CAST Video on Demand service. See more details on optional Verizon Wireless services below.
The Convoy includes a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder with video capture capabilities, and you can send snapped images of job sites, shopping trips or nightlife excursions via mobile email or MMS messaging. It's also compatible with text and popular instant messaging services. Other features include Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, memory expansion via optional microSD cards (up to 16 GB), voice commands, speakerphone, high-quality stereo speaker, personal organizer tools, and up to 5 hours of talk time.
The Verizon Wireless Push to Talk service leverages EV-DO Rev. A technology, which provides customers with fast two-way, walkie talkie-style 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.

Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity thanks to the reliable Verizon Wireless EV-DO, Rev A network
Meets military specifications 810f standards for shock and dust resistance, vibration, salt fog, humidity, solar radiation, altitude and low and high temperature storage.
Push to Talk capability enables you to quickly connect with one or multiple team members at the same time with just a push of a button. Connect on the Verizon Wireless nationwide broadband network, and get expanded coverage across the United States within the National Enhanced Services Rate and Coverage Area.
Place group calls: Hold conversations with as many as 50 total participants.
Check team member status with Presence: See who is available for a Push to Talk call.
Manage contacts for the entire company online: Add, delete and assign contacts, create groups and more.
Use one number, one device: Make and receive voice calls without needing a second device or phone number.

GPS navigation capabilities via VZ Navigator service
Clamshell phone with internal 2.2-inch display (176 x 220 pixels, 262K color depth)
External 1.3-inch color display displays current time, battery life, signal strength, and incoming calls. Also includes external music playback controls.
2-megapixel camera/camcorder (Learn more)
Digital audio player for MP3, WMA, and unprotected AAC/AAC+ 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. And with dial-up networking capabilities, you can access the Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Connect service to use your phone as a modem. (Learn more)
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB.
Full messaging capabilities including SMS, MMS, Mobile IM, and Mobile Email
Voice Commands: Voice Dial, Digit Dial Readout, Menu Readout, TXT Message Readout
Organizer tools including calendar, tip calculator, currency converter, notepad, alarm clock, world clock and stopwatch
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
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 Samsung Convoy weighs 3.88 ounces and measures 3.85 x 2 x 0.94 inches. Its 1300 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of talk time, and up to 537 hours (22+ days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies as well as EV-DO, Rev A 3G frequencies.
What's in the Box Samsung Convoy handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, battery cover removal tool, quick start guide, user manual

Verizon Wireless Services
VZ Navigator Capable: 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.

Family Locator: Securely locate your family members' locations from your Verizon Wireless device or the web. The locate feature provides you with the information you need to stay aware and stay in touch, including detailed location information and the address of your family members displayed on an interactive map and the option to receive turn-by-turn driving directions to your family member's location using VZ Navigator. You can also receive updates when your family members leave or arrive at locations that you define such as school, soccer practice or home, with monitored locations set up within a 1/4-, 1/2- or a 1-mile radius.

V CAST Music with Rhapsody: Access this exclusive digital music service for RealNetworks and for MTV Networks, which delivers unlimited monthly access to music on up to three Rhapsody-compatible mobile phones and players and online on multiple PCs and Web browsers. For a monthly fee (billed on your Verizon Wireless bill), you can load and reload your subscription songs from your PC to your V CAST Music with Rhapsody phone as often as you want, and take your music on the go.
On PCs running the Windows XP or higher operating system, you can also browse, preview and purchase music using the V CAST Music with Rhapsody software, which is available as a free download from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody download website. Additional subscription charges applicable.

V CAST Video on Demand: This optional service enables you to watch full-length TV shows plus news, sports, weather and live entertainment video clips. It features more than 100 full-length programs from leading broadcast and cable networks, ranging from highly-rated drama and comedy series to reality programs and children's programming. V CAST Video on Demand also delivers live sporting events, including NHL hockey games and an upcoming slate of college football games
The service offers unlimited viewing of Basic Videos and the ESPN MVP channel. You can choose from 14 categories, including Entertainment, Kids, Music, Sports, Comedy, News, Pop Culture, Information, Women, Latino, Home & Leisure, Multicultural, Cutting Edge, and Hollywood. Additional subscription charges applicable.

Mobile Broadband Connect: 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 Mobile Broadband Connect 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 Mobile Broadband Connect, you won't have to buy an extra PC Card or other devices.

Field Force Manager: Combining a powerful Web-based application with a handset application, the Field Force Manager service provides visibility and control for all of your mobile workers. It's a turnkey wireless-solutions package that breaks 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.



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2-Megapixel Camera/CamcorderSnap photos and videos on the go with this phone's built-in still camera and video camcorder, which features:
Dedicated camera and camcorder key
Video camera and playback
Brightness adjustment
Self timer: off, 3, 5 or 10 seconds
Color effects: normal, black & white, antique, negative, aqua, green
Resolution adjustment: 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120
White balance: auto, sunny, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent
Digital Zoom: up to 10 steps, depending on resolution adjustment
Multi-shot: series shot, divided shot, panorama shot

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