LG enV2 VX9100 Phone, Black (Verizon Wireless)

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Manufacturer: LGIC
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Product Description

More compact and lighter in weight, the LG enV2 updates the original enV with a redesign accentuates both sleek style and easy usability. The front of the enV2 now features a numeric keypad with larger keys, and it opens up to reveal a large 2.4-inch LCD and its signature hidden QWERTY keypad--perfect for all your text messaging and email needs. Advanced features like auto text readout, message sort, and the ability to store up to 300 text messages enhance your mobile messaging experience.

It's compatible with Verizon's V Cast Music Service, which enables you to purchase songs through your phone and download them via Verizon's fast EV-DO data network. You'll also stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service. Other features include a 2.0-megapixel camera with video capture capabilities, Bluetooth connectivity for communication headsets and stereo music streaming, microSD memory card expansion (up to 8 GB), and over 5 hours of talk time.

Flipping open the env2 reveals an easy–to–use QWERTY keyboard that makes texting and emailing a snap.

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.

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.

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. And Verizon's 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.

Slim and powerful, the enV2 keeps you connected and entertained.

Phone Features
Much more easily pocketable, the enV2 has slimmed down to 0.65 inches thin from the original enV's 0.78-inch depth, and it's shorter at just 4 inches tall (down from 4.64 inches). The camera on the enV2 is now flush with the back, where the original had a ring that was slightly raised around the lens. The front of the enV2 has a wide, thin 1.45-inch LCD screen with a 160 x 45-pixel resolution and 262K colors. The keypad features large, widely spaced keys for easy dialing, a dedicated music button, 5-way navigation, and send/end buttons. Flipping open the enV2 reveals the full QWERTY keyboard and a large 2.4-inch LCD (20 percent larger than the previous model) with a 320 x 240-pixel resolution and 262K colors. Dialing function buttons are also duplicated on the internal touchpad.

The phone has a 63 MB internal memory and offers memory expansion up to 8 GB using optional microSD memory cards. The enV2's built-in address book can store up to 1000 contacts, and each entry can store 5 numbers, 2 email addresses, and a picture ID. The phone comes with 23 unique polyphonic ringtones, and it has vibrate and silent modes when you need to keep things quiet. The phone lets you match pictures with callers to identify them, and the enV's voice recognition software supports voice commands from any user, not just a pre-programmed user's voice. What's more, many of the phone's functions can be controlled by the sound of your voice, thanks to advanced voice recognition technology. Text-to-speech technology enables the enV to read emails and text messages to you, if you so desire.

A one-touch speakerphone means you can easily talk hands-free, while Bluetooth (version 1.2) allows you to use your favorite wireless headset. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. It also includes profiles for printing images directly to printers, dial-up networking, and sending vCard and vCalendar items to other phones. You can save up to 20 Bluetooth pairings.

The 2-megapixel camera has four resolution modes for still photos (from 1600 x 1200 for printing to 320 x 240 pixels for sending via MMS). It features a 10x digital zoom, self-timer, night mode, and customizable settings for brightness and white balance. An internal image editor enables you to rotate, zoom, crop, and add color effects. The camera can also capture video with sound and it offers two resolution settings (320 x 240 and 176 x 144 pixels). You can shoot for up to an hour for saving or 30 seconds for sending.

You can easily add new music to your collection while on the go from Verizon's V Cast Music service and listen to them on the integrated digital audio player, which offers compatibility with MP3, WMA, AAC/AAC+ file formats. You can sync your tunes from your PC (Windows Media Player 11 or higher), as well as create and manage playlists right on the phone. The enV2 can also play video clips from Verizon's V Cast Video service, and ti's compatible with WMV, MP4, 3GP, and 3G2 formats.

The enV has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging, too, with support for sending and receiving text, picture, and video messages as well as mobile instant messaging (IM). There's also a complete e-mail client on the device for POP- and IMAP-based accounts. And of course, the QWERTY keyboard makes it a snap to type your messages. The enV ships with a number of handy tools, including a calendar and a voice memo application. An alarm clock and calculator are also included. The enV supports V Cast 3-D games, as well as other 2-D-based games, which are available from Verizon's Get It Now service. You can also customize the phone's wallpapers and screen savers to give your phone a look that suits your style.

Other features include:

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), HID (support for mice or joysticks), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures), PBA (transfer contacts)
USB charging via computer (cable sold separately) and mass storage capabilities
Large in-box for text messages (up to 300)
Dual speakers for stereo music playback
Voice Clarity function auto adjusts listening level and reduces noise for the listener
Speed dial (993 entries + 6 preprogrammed)
Hearing aid compatible = M3/T3
TTY/TDD support

Vital Statistics
The LG enV2 weighs 4.23 ounces and measures 4 x 2.13 x 0.65 inches. Its 950 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.3 hours of talk time, and up to 520 hours of standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 CDMA/EV-DO frequencies.

Product Details

Sleeker, redesigned clamshell phone opens to reveal QWERTY keyboard and large 2.4-inch screen
Access Verizon's V Cast Music and Video service via fast EV-DO data network; GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
2-megapixel camera with video capture; Bluetooth for headsets and music streaming; microSD memory card expansion (up to 8 GB)
Up to 5.3 hours of talk time, up to 520 hours (21+ days) of standby time; measures 4 x 2.13 x 0.65 inches (HxWxD)
Includes: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, quick start guide, user guide

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Customer Reviews

Pocket Dials Like Crazy

Review Date: April 20, 2010

Reviewer: Brandon Sullivan,

The good: Great for texting and entering information into your schedule/contacts/etc. The camera is fairly decent as well.

The bad: Pocket Dials ALL THE TIME! Even with the "keyguard" set, it manages to wiggle free and call your last contact, a contact from 4 months ago, or a completely random contact. I can't tell you all the times I've received a message from a friend along the lines of "What's up? You called me and gave me the silent treatment at 2:14?". Or I will take it from my pocket to see that it's called the following number: 66#9, or 5*, 316-524, or #85960. My fear is that one day it will figure out how to call Norway, and I will be blissfully unaware until I receive my bill for $4700. I was interested in buying the newer version, because for the most part, I like this phone. But an outer touch screen seems like an invitation for trouble. I just might switch carriers and go with the iphone.

Generally OK

Review Date: April 5, 2010

Reviewer: Steve Forstneger, Chicago, IL United States

The phone is extremely user-friendly for people just beginning to use flip phones and heavy texting.

My main complaint is the lock, which is easily unlocked in your pockets. I've unknowingly dialed many people, and that's just annoying.

Good for a texting phone, nothing else too special

Review Date: February 20, 2010

Reviewer: Max Power,

Pros - Good call quality, pretty decent photo quality, great for texting.

Cons - phone looks cool with its full keyboard but its pretty featureless beyond that.

I keep my phone in my pants pocket and it is constantly calling people on its own. The only lock feature it has is deactived by pressing the OK button. Its need a password lock or at least a 2 button combo. Thankfully the vibrate doesnt deactivate itself, it just calls people, generally whoever is at the top of my contacts list so I had to make a fake contact to put at the top.

At the very least I'd like to use its notepad feature but they make it too inconvenient to get to, theres no hotkey to go direct to a saved note, you have to dig through multiple menus.

Initially a great phone, marred by poor quality

Review Date: January 27, 2010

Reviewer: A. Rosenberger, Cali

Not sure if this phone is still offered widely out there anymore, but thought I'd add my experiences with it for anyone now considering purchasing it.

I've had this phone for a little over a year now. At first, it was a dream to use. The full QWERTY keypad inside makes texting a breeze. The phone has a pleasing slim design, and call quality is always satisfactory.

Then the problems began. About six months into use the front keypad stopped working. Basically the phone has an auto key lock feature that you have to press the "ok" key to disable, but eventually the "ok" key became non-functional. After researching on the internet, I found that this is a widespread problem affecting many other users. Ultimately you have to open the phone every time you want to use it which leads me into the next problem...

After about a year of normal use, one of the hinges has cracked and the phone will not stay fully closed. It's probably only a matter of time before the other hinge breaks due to the added stress caused by the dislodged hinge popping out of its socket.

Another minor issue is that the chrome sides wear away, giving the phone a worn ragged look on the exterior, but this is purely cosmetic.

So overall, my experience with this phone is that it is not built to quality standards that will allow it function as designed through your 2-year wireless service contract. It's a shame, because I loved this model when I first started using it. Now I can't wait for the 6-months I have remaining in my contract to pass so I can get a new (functional) phone.

Decent Phone

Review Date: January 21, 2010

Reviewer: Samuel C. Lee,

PROS

Call quality is great. I don't really get any dropped or broken up calls or anything. I like how the phone flips. I like the QWERTY keyboard - it's convenient to use for texting, and the buttons are not too small. 2.0 megapixel camera. The camera quality is pretty good for being a phone camera. Colors come out pretty vivid and real. Built-in ringtones aren't bad. No lag. Good battery life.

CONS

After about 6 months with the phone, phone started to shut off randomly. Gets annoying. The phone is ugly. Keys are sensitive, so sometimes I end up dialing someone's number on accident while the phone's in my pocket. Sometimes the phone freezes on me.

Overall, this phone is OK. It makes and receives calls, but what good are calls if your phone is off? If you have something else, this phone's not really something to envy, no pun intended.