LG VX8000 Review
With support for EV-DO high speed data network, a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capture, and dual color displays, the LG VX8000 is the perfect companion in a new era of high-speed wireless content. Design The phone features a traditional clamshell design with a very large 176 x 220 color display and support for a whopping 262,000 colors-- plenty of room for V Cast content. There's also 128 MB of memory built in, so you'll have plenty of space to store your videos and photos. A generous, full-color 128 x 160 supplementary display on the outside of the cover displays incoming call information, battery life, signal strength, graphics, photos and more. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's backlit control pad. The VX-8000 also features a standard jack to accept universal hands-free headsets and up/down keys are located on the left side of the unit. The 1.3 megapixel camera unit is housed on the rear of the unit, and USB data connectivity is available via an adapter cable that plugs into the bottom of the phone. Calling Features The LG VX8000's built-in address book can store up to 500 contacts for quick and easy management of phone numbers and email addresses. The phone comes with built-in polyphonic ringtones plus a vibrating alert. Messaging, Internet and Tools With support for sending and receiving text, picture and video messages, the VX8000 has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging, too. T9 text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit-- a plus for mobile email and text messaging users. Getting on the Internet anywhere is easy with the LG VX 8000. The LG VX8000 ships with a number of handy tools including a calendar and a voice memo application. An alarm clock and calculator are also included. Imaging and Entertainment While the VX8000 is a great platform for watching V Cast video content, it can also capture video that can be shared with your friends and associates via video messaging. The video unit records in MPEG4 format and can capture clips up to 15 seconds in length. Of course, you can also use the camera to capture still pictures, too. In addition to megapixel resolution (1280 x 960), the camera features an LED flash, macro and night modes, a self-timer, and brightness and white balance controls. You can also customize the phone's wallpapers and screensavers to give your VX8000 a look that suits your style. Where It Works Covering over 75 million people in 30 markets: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dallas, Dayton, Houston, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Madison, Miami, Milwaukee, New Haven/Hartford, New Orleans, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Providence, San Diego, Tampa, W. Palm Beach, and Washington, DC. Expanding markets in 2005 Vital Statistics The LG VX8000 weighs 3.88 ounces and measures 3.76 x 1.97 x .93 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 265 minutes of digital talk time, and up to 184 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/CDMA 1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty. What's in the Box LG VX8000 handset, standard lithium-polymer battery, home charger, stereo headset.
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