Motorola V171 Prepaid Phone (Net10) with 300 Minutes Included

by Motorola

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.4 x 1.8 x 0.1 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000BF1OW2
• Item model number: V171
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #266,773 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

This update to the tried-and-true Motorola V66 features all the rock-solid features of its predecessor, plus a gorgeous color screen. You'll also get polyphonic ringtone capabilities, instant messaging, and enhanced text messaging -- making the V171 the perfect complement to a Net10 prepaid wireless account, which includes voice mail and text messaging services.

Design
The phone features a sleek clamshell design with a 98 x 67 color display with 4096 colors. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's control pad. There's also a standard jack to accept universal hands-free headsets.

Calling Features
The V171's built-in address book that can store up to 250 contacts for quick and easy management of phone numbers and other contact information. The phone also comes with built-in polyphonic ringtones (20 of them!), and there's even a built-in composer so you can fashion your own ringtones. A silent vibrate mode is available, too, for times when you want to keep things discreet. And perhaps most importantly, the integrated airtime balance display shows you how much airtime you've used and how much is left, allowing you to keep an eye on your minutes.

Messaging
The V171 covers the messaging basics with support for sending and receiving messages that contain text and graphics. The phone also supports instant messaging. iTap 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 text messaging users.

Tools and Entertainment
In addition to offering customizable ringtones and graphics, the V171 ships with three games to keep you entertained while you're on the go. Plus, a calculator with a currency converter, as well as an alarm and stopwatch, are included.

Vital Statistics
The Motorola V171 weighs 3.14 ounces and measures 3.43 x 1.80 x .93 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 450 minutes of digital talk time, and up to 300 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the GSM 850/1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Motorola V171 handset, lithium-ion battery, AC charger, SIM card, user's manual.

Product Description

The Motorola V171 is crafted with sleek, compact style and compelling communications features to keep you in touch with ease.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good little phone, November 16, 2005

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MellsBells (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorola V171 Prepaid Phone (Net10) with 300 Minutes Included (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I like this little flip phone. The service has been good and the features are easy to use. The only reason I give 4 stars is because I am not sure how long the phone will last. The flip part is a little weak, but we will have to see. It was really easy to add minutes, and you can do it right from your Net10 phone.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works just fine, August 16, 2006

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Pat K. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorola V171 Prepaid Phone (Net10) with 300 Minutes Included (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I've been using this phone with the Net10 service since March, and have to say I am very happy with it. Coverage areas have been great.
I don't use a cell phone very often, so this was the most economical way for me to go. Although the phone doesn't have all the bells and whistles like other phones have....it gets the job done!

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Worst Customer Service, December 12, 2007

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Danny A. "da" (Dallas, TX, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorola V171 Prepaid Phone (Net10) with 300 Minutes Included (Wireless Phone Accessory)

They may have the cheapest rate, but you'll pay for it with the worst customer service on the planet. Just try and get the correct address to return your phone....good luck. Phone tree hell is more like it. Once you get there, the outsourcing to overseas operators who haven't a clue should just about kill anybody's patience.

In case you need to return your phone, here is the correct address: Tracfone Return Center, Bright Point Reverse Logistics, 1251 Perry Rd, Plainfield, IN 46168.

I'm sending my phone back today....I'll let you know if I ever receive my refund. Yikes, what a terrible company to deal with.....you are warned!!!

update: Sorry, I forgot to post this long ago. I did receive my refund. I'm re-living the nightmare as I write this...I may not sleep tonight.