Editorial Review

Stubbiness is in! The CDM180 phone from Verizon Wireless takes the classic clamshell design and widens it a bit, enabling the phone to sport a unique widescreen display under the flip. Plus, the CDM180 features dual 262,000-color displays, a speakerphone, a VGA camera with video capture, voice dialing, and more.Read more

Features

• Full color screen
• All Digital Phone
• Digital Camera with Flash
• Voice-Activated Dialing
• Speakerphone

Editorial Review

Billed as an entry-level phone, the Motorola v188 is actually a feature rich beauty with quad-band global coverage capability. Instant messaging, MP3 ringtones, dual displays, USB connectivity and gaming support are all here-- a significant step up from entry level phones of the past. It's the perfect companion to T-Mobile service.Read more

Features

• Entry Level phone with a stylish and slim clamshell design
• Quad band world phone that operates on 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• Talk handsfree with the 2 way integrated speakerphone
• External caller ID so you can see who's calling before you answer your phone
• Includes phone, charger and user documentation.

Reviews (48)

Mediocre
The plasma screen cracked within one month of purchase. The phone never fell nor did I treat it roughly. It just cracked in my pocket.
Utter Krap
I'm really not that selective about cell phones.I don't want a camera, I don't care what it looks like, I don't need no fancy bluetooth garbage.I just want a phone that will call people, and I really like voice dialing, which was one of the reasons I selected this phone.That was where my disappointment began.
This thing is built like a tank!!!
First of all I agree that the speakerphone is not the best but I'm here to tell you that this thing is built like a tank.I have dropped this phone no less than 50 times; on sidewalks, subway, running, etc., and it just keeps going and going.Yes, it's a no frills phone but I challenge you to find a tougher phone. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

Billed as an entry-level phone, the Motorola v180 is actually a feature rich black beauty with quad-band global coverage capability. Instant messaging, MP3 ringtones, dual displays, USB connectivity and gaming support are all here-- a significant step up from entry level phones of the past. It's the perfect companion to Cingular Wireless service.Read more

Features

• The sleek feature-forward model V180 offers mobile movers and shakers hip style without the hot price tag.
• Polyphonic speaker for MP3 ring tunes and MPEG4 video playback
• Large, vibrant color display with picture caller ID
• Stylish clamshell design with integrated speakerphone
• Includes phone, charger and user documentation.

Reviews (66)

Very Bad Workmanship
The quality of this phone is a joke. The first problem was the hinge of the flip up part.It started having problems almost immediately with with the hinge sticking and cracking from regular use. In less than a year in had shorted out completely.The only good things about it a couple of loud ringers.DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
Great Basic Phone
If you're not a techy person, don't talk a lot and looking for a simple phone, this is a good one. I've had this phone for over a year with T-mobile. I never had any problems with my lcd screen that the other reviewers have experienced.
Buy some thing else
The worst cell phone I have ever owned. PLEASE PLEASE dont waste your money on this paper weight. The screen gave problem on day 3, ever since then there has been some kind of problem or the other with this phone. We have two as part of a family plan and both have the exact same problem with the display screen. I hope Motorola people are reading this. Never again will I buy ANYTHING motorola. They just lost a valuable customer. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

This sexy slider from Kyocera is designed to be the center of all your good times on the go. With support for Virgin Mobile's "VirginXL" wireless content services, MP3 playback capabilites, a memory card slot, a VGA camera with flash, and a speakerphone, the Slider Sonic is a high end phone for high energy fun.Read more

Features

• 1.9" color high quality display (176 x 220)
• Music player that supports WMA and MP3 audio formats
• 300K pixel VGA camera w/ flash and video record and playback
• Transflash removable memory slot
• Limit 5 phones per customer.

Reviews (23)

Good Phone
This is a good phone and it does a lot of things I just wished it was smaller and that the sound on the MP3 player was louder when using headphones

Best Phone I've Ever had (I've had 5)
I'm 13 years old, and I recently purchased this phone to replace my Motorola V276 prepaid cell phone (Had that for like a month, had to get a new one because they charge you a dollar a day even when you dont make calls. So it was way too expensive, it cost $45 in prepaid cards after only a month) Anyway, this phone is excellent.
Could be better.
I needed a cell phone, and I didn't want to be attached to contracts so I knew I was going to have prepaid. Virgin Mobile seemed the best for Pre-Paid (believe me, I reserched like every phone company). This phone is decent for camera/video/mp3. The phone, itself, is a slider phone. I thought I'd try a slider after I had a bar and a flip phone. If you do buy this phone, BUY A COVER! Since there's nothing to cover your main screen, it gets scratched easily. It looks terrible in the light. The functions of the phone are pretty much basic. Virgin Mobile's network is great too. (And if you look at other phone reviews, the phone itself doesn't have to do with the bars you get) The only thing I don't like is how virgin Mobile makes the icons.
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Subjects:  1. Qualcom Kyocera   

Features

• This tri-mode, folder-style CDMA phone sports a large color screen and other top features
• Compatible with Sprint PCS ergonomic game pad
• Large LCD color screen features 65,000 colors (128x160 pixels)
• Equipped with automatic no-training voice dialing
• Comes with a voice memo that can record messages up to 10 minutes long

Reviews (60)

Samsung VI660 is defective
Stay away from the Samsung VI660 phone. It definitely has a defect in the hinge mechanism. I have had TWO of them - both of which quickly cracked in the same location - between the hinge and an indicator light.
Great solid phone
This is the best phone I ever had.After I used it for two years my husband continues to use it.No problems at all.

Get a free unlocked Motorola RAZR v3i instead!
Why settle for less, or commit yourself to a specific cellular provider and service plan, when you can get a complimentary unlocked top of the line Motorola RAZR v3i cell phone that works with any cellular service provider and any SIM card. I got mine free at this web site:ilikethis.info/razrv3i ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Sprint PCS Wireless Web    2. Sam Sung    3. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

Building on the success of the small, pocket-friendly Motorola i830, the new i836 sports a sleek new design and added features like multimedia messaging and group connect technology that make this a must-have upgrade. If you like style that is perfectly fused with functionality, give the i836 a serious look. Plus, with Nextel's legendary Direct Connect walkie-talkie technology, speakerphone capability and a vibrant color screen, the i836 is the right tool for getting the job done.Read more

Features

• Stylish, lightweight design – lightest walkie-talkie phone on the market
• Vibrant color display with (65K)
• Java and GPS-enabled for location-based services including turn-by-turn driving directions with Telenav
• Group Connect walkie-talkie – connect with 20 people nationwide, instantly
• Multimedia Messaging – send/receive messages with audio and image attachments

Reviews (15)

Run away from this phone & Nextel
I had 3 different i836's and all had the same problems.The phone looks great but it ends there.The battery life is short & the signal sucks - I went from an i205 that I had for 5 years - to the 836 which cut off 36% of my calls (according to Nextel's own records) - this phone is the worst phone I ever used - it goes from full signal (5 bars) to no service all day long - just back and forth. I use about 6000 minutes a month and I need a dependable phone and service provider.I wasted hours and hours arguing with Nextel and got nowhere. After 2 months of torture I cancelled my service with Sprint / Nextelthey charged me $200 temination fee and refused to allow me to return the $100 i836.I went into Verizon, got a Kyocera phone and it works great. I'm paying more for my monthly service, but it just works - with no hassles.The i836 is now a $300 paperweight. I would rather stick needles in my eyes then deal with Sprint / Nextel again. What a way to treat a 9 year loyal customer Nextel.Way to go.......

I want my money back
For looks it is a nice phone, for everyday use... Dont waste your money. Not good signal, terrible sound on the speaker and very delicate to most regular use. I used for a long time the i90c... I miss it even though it was a bigger phone. I would not recomend it.

Nice Looking Piece Of Junk!
This phone is awful, I upgraded because my i80 (?) an old nextel brick was just too big and it snapped in half. this phone is the smalles they make right now. It has horrible battery l;ife, I am on my second battery because it will just cut out without warning when I am on the phone and have barely used it after a full charge. the signal is terrible, I don't have reception in places that I did with my older phone. the case scratches and chips easily and it just doesn't work!! If I paid for the phone I would have given it up long ago, but I use it for work heavily, dc and phone - when the battery is charged it does work fine. Another annoying thing is the volume buttons on the outside of the phone are easily pressed if the phone is in your pocket and will take itself off of vibrate without you knowing.
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Editorial Review

WIth an innovative sliding design, Bluetooth and a VGA camera, the boldly designed PM-325 from LG makes a powerful statement while keeping you up to date with the latest wireless technologies. It's a great companion for Sprint PCS users who want the power of PCS Vision functionality.Read more

Features

• Bluetooth® enabled camera phone with sliding keypad
• Vibrant 65,536-color LCD screen
• Integrated CMOS Digital Camera
• Side Button Triggers Voice-Activated Dialing and Memo Recording
• Unobtrusive Internal Antenna

Reviews (39)

Why can't I rate it lower?
I've had this phone for over a years.Well not this phone specifically, this model.My first one had some operational issues (lost settings, camera issues, buttons not responding, no over-the-air update working) so Sprint said to take into the store for evaluation and update.They couldn't even get it sync up with their systems.So they ordered me a refurb.
Worst cell phone I have ever owned
Nothing wrong with mine specifically i.e. it is not in need of repair. Neat design. Camera is useless. Has MUCH MUCH worse reception than OLDER Sprint phones in same areas. I drop calls constantly. Hard to believe older phones worked better. Battery life is horrific, worse I have ever had across all cell phones I have owned. Gives about 30 seconds battery warning before shutting down. I compare this to same service provider, same locations, older Sprint phones and it is absolutely terrible. Sub-par is an understatement. You'd be better off buying a refurb Sanyo. At least it will perform basic functions properly.

Buyer Beware
I got this phone with my new contract with Sprint. I wasn't expecting it to be perfect, especially considering my experience with cellular phones in the past, they're hardly indestructible and all of them have their flaws. However, it would power off randomly, which I accepted as just a minor inconvenience.
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Subjects:  1. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

Compatible with Sprint cell phone service, the Sanyo PM-8200 includes a built-in VGA digital camera with an LED flash, push-to-talk capability, voice dialing, Internet capability, and much more, all displayed on a 1.8-inch, 65k color LCD screen.Read more

Features

• Feature-packed with VGA camera and flash, speakerphone, dual-displays and more
• VGA camera includes 640x480 resolution, flash, zoom capabilities and auto-focus.
• Vivid dual-displays in 65,000 colors for life-like images
• Built-in speakerphone and voice dialing make communication a breeze
• Includes phone, rapid wall charger and user documentation

Reviews (44)

Not horrible, but I wouldn't recommend it!
I have had this phone for about 9 months.I never really had any problems with the phone such as reception or battery life.Actually, I was sort of surprised at how long I could go without charging.Speakerphone always sounded clear on my end, but occasionally the other person was unable to hear me clearly.The camera is fairly easy to use.My problems with the phone have just recently begun.The first thing to happen was that the END button stopped working completely and I could not end calls, a big problem when you weren't planning to leave a voicemail!The only other option was to close the phone to end calls.Shortly after that, the phone couldn't recognize it was closed.It thought it was always OPEN!I couldn't see who was calling from the external screen and at times, the phone would answer itself.More recently, my TALK button has been shorting out, as well as the OK button.Sprint is willing to offer a replacement phone for $35 or a new keypad for about the same.I am stuck with this phone until I'm eligible for a free phone or I can switch carriers altogether.Choose wisely!

Will not Charge!
Had this phone a little over a year, same problem as everyone else. Won't charge. Shows charged, but then make one call and it is dead.

Horrible sound quality.Stay away!
I have had this phone for almost a year now, and although the signal reception is great, the sound quality on this phone is HORRIBLE!I have to ask the person calling me to repeat themselves at least once every call because the voice quality is so muddy.My wife has a different (and cheaper) phone and it sounds MUCH better.The only reason I have put up with it this long is I do not use my phone very often.I would not recommend this phone to anyone.This phone sounds worse than any other phone I have owned.Stay away from this phone!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Sprint PCS Wireless Web   

Editorial Review

At first glance, the Samsung D357 might look like just another flip phone. Look a little deeper, though, and you'll find high-powered features galore. Start with a speakerphone, add a dash of speaker-independent voice dialing, and sprinkle in Bluetooth, EDGE high-speed data, and wireless modem capabilites. Top it all off with support for push-to-talk instant communications, and you've got a recipe for serious wireless bliss. Plus, you can take advantage of Cingular's excellent coverage and add-on services.Read more

Features

• Tri Band; GSM 850 MHz, GSM 1800 MHz, GSM 1900 MHz
• Use AOL®, Yahoo! ™, and ICQ mobile instant messaging to stay in touch with friends, family while on the go
• Personal Organizer (Calendar, Calculator, Scheduler, Memo, Task, Currency Converter)
• Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyAdvanced voice recognition (Voice Command); Speakerphone
• Personalize with Music Tone ringtones and downloadable graphics

Reviews (2)

The Worst Phone I Ever Had
I've been through quite a few phones in the past couple years (Nokia, LG, Motorola, and now this Samsung) and I have got to say that this is by far the worst of the bunch. This phone fails at almost everything that makes a cellphone good. The reception is terrible (A two minute conversation takes 10 minutes because you and the person on the other end always need to repeat yourselves), It does not keep your contacts organized very well (multiple entries for the same person if they have more than one number...), a ludicrous "Push to talk" feature that is entirely worthless...even the alarm clock is needlessly complicated.
I hate this phone!!
I bought 2 of these phones in April because of the Push to Talk feature.
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Subjects:  1. Sam Sung    2. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

The LG 225 features a sleek, lightweight clamshell design boasting an internal 65,536 color LCD display that is 128 x 160 pixels. There is also a large 96 x 64 pixel external 65,000 color LCD display which shows time, date, signal strength, battery life while in standby mode. When the phone receives a call, the external LCD displays Caller ID. For ease of use the phone has side volume keys and a one touch access to activate the digital camera. Inside the phone you will find a 5-way navigation key and two soft keys that make this phone extremely user friendly and easy to operate. There is also a dedicated speaker phone button for when you want to be truly hands free or when you need a group to participate in your call. Read more

Features

• Built-in Digital Camera
• Sleek, lightweight clamshell design boasting an internal 65,536 color LCD display that is 128 x 160 pixels
• Web Browsing and two-way text messaging
• Built-in speakerphone gives you true hands free operation when speaking with just one or on a group call
• Limit 5 phones per customer

Reviews (3)

I was a STi user and dropped them like a Rock!
There was a time when STi was one of the best Pay as u go services until they added their every day fees. There is no way to look at your account usage which should be added now that they charge a fee. When you have to roam get ready to pull out your credit card cause it's extra in most areas. Do a search for cellguru.net and find out about the better offers available. But not STi. I liked when there was not a everyday fee and put up with the roam where I just would drive where there was no roam. The minutes I paid for went 85% towards there daily fees. The phone was just a regular flip phone nothing special.

Awesome Phone -Great Service!
I recently switched from a contract cellular plan to a prepaid plan because I was tired of paying high bills, outrageous telecom taxes, etc.After I did a lot of research with various prepaid cell phone companies I selected STi Mobile and could not be happier.They have the lowest rates; no hidden fees; and their minutes don't expire.Who could ask for more?
Don't buy, worst ever phone plan and customer service
I bought STi Mobile prepaid phone and service. This is the worst ever service I ever received. The customer service folks are deaf or dump but you have to repeat same sentence several times. There is always noise. Read more

Editorial Review

With the stylish Samsung e635 you get a high-resolution camera with 4x digital zoom and a large, bright color display in a sleek, sliding form factor. Add that to instant messaging capabilities, a speakerphone and support for wireless internet connectivity, and you've got a great mobile companion. See it in action.Read more

Features

• Slider phone form that's smaller and slimmer yet stacked with powerful features
• Take quality pictures and share with friends and family via their e-mail or compatible phones
• Send photos and text messages or chat with friends via AOL, ICQ and Yahoo!
• Decide how best to use your e635's memory. Dedicate it for photos? Games? Ringtones? You make the call
• Built-in speaker-phone allows you to free your hands and go truly wireless while working or when gathering friends around for a group call

Reviews (39)

Great Phone, Minute Setbacks
I've had this phone for a couple of months now, and so far, no major complaints.
A mixed bag review
I have been using this phone for the past 6months and have had a mixed review to present.
Excellent Style and Quality
I have had this phone for about a month now and am very familiar with its operation and features. When I first took it out of the box, I was extremely impressed by its looks. The black and silver contrast against one another very well for a beautiful finish. The screen is extremely large and very shiny when the LCD is not lit. It does collect fingerprints easily, but simply wiping the screen on a shirt or something for a few seconds cleans it right up.
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Subjects:  1. Sam Sung    2. Flip Fold   

Editorial Review

This basic phone from Motorola just got better. Like its predecessor, the V60p, it has push-to-talk capabilities, but with the addition of a color main screen and a larger supplementary screen. With a push-to-talk subscription from Verizon Wireless, you can communicate walkie-talkie style with a co-worker or entire teams anywhere in the country. The V65p more than pulls its weight as a cell phone, text messenger, and wireless web client, as well.