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jonereb
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Mon Aug 18, 2008 10:35 am |
I've read a few reviews but choosing a new phone is a daunting task. I require only a few features:
1. long battery life is foremost
2. a qwerky keyboard or similar would be nice even though I don't text that often
3. Clam shell design is important so I can't accidentally dial out
4. Good receiver sound so I can clearly hear who I'm talking to
I don't need bluetooth, push-to-talk and I don't web-surf using my phone. My contract with ATT expires soon and I plan to switch to Verizon basic service. Can you help me choose the perfect phone.
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paperstreet
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Mon Aug 18, 2008 6:36 pm |
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I recommend the Chocolate 3 (although it doesn't have the qwerty keyboard you seek), simply for the sound quality is decent on it, reception as well, and battery isn't half bad. Also a clamshell
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jonereb
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Mon Aug 18, 2008 8:16 pm |
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Thanks.looks good. I'd be interested in Chaperone in another year or two since I have 10 and 12 year old kids.and Navigator would be a plus since we do out of town competitve swimming. Finding hotels and restaurants easily would be a plus. What about Chocolate 3's endurance. Can it hold up under normal wear and tear? Can this phone/mp3 player be used in the gym/treadmill? Thanks. Any other phone suggestions would also be appreciated.
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paperstreet
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Mon Aug 18, 2008 10:51 pm |
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You can get a G'z0ne phone for durability, but I think you'll be more pleased overall with the quality of the bells & whistles and regular use of the Chocolate 3. G'z0ne just offers far more durability than a cashual phone user needs, for the most part. EnV 2 is a decent choice as well, especially if you want the qwerty keyboard.
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jonereb
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Tue Aug 19, 2008 11:09 am |
Speaking of durability.I know the new mp4 players with touch screens are not well made. They break easily. What about touch screen phones? Are they dependable, durable?
I like the Chocolate 3 you mentioned. I also like the looks of Samson Glyde. But I know nothing about Glyde's sound quality and battery life. Is there a particular battery I should seek in a phone for long battery life between charges?
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paperstreet
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Tue Aug 19, 2008 3:13 pm |
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The Glyde will have decent talk time for the battery, and just-ok stand-by time. Reception is lacking unfortunately, I would certainly utilize that 30 day grace period and travel with the device to see if it'd work for you. Sound quality is alright, but reception is a pretty key function in my opinion. If you like cameras on devices the Dare has the best camera VZW phones have currently, but no keys and is all touch.
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