Motorola V400 Phone (AT&T)

by Motorola

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• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001T3O58
• Item model number: V400
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (72 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #219,210 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)

Product Description

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Overview

Compatible with Cingular service, the quad-band Motorola V400G cell phone features an integrated VGA digital camera, MMS with video clip playback, high-speed data transfer, and more, all displayed on a large, high-resolution 176 x 220 pixel, 65,000 color interior screen.

Calling Features

Used simply as a cell phone, the V400G features a 4-way scroll key with multiple dedicated function keys for easy menu navigation. Primary calling features include voice dialing, integrated speakerphone, vibrate mode, ringer profiles, missed call indicator, call log, and a phone book of up to 1000 entries, including picture caller ID functionality. When the phone is closed, its external screen (two lines, 96 x 32 pixels) displays caller ID, date, time, and various status icons, including text message waiting, voice message waiting, battery and signal strength, and voice and message mail. There's even a blue backlight for nighttime viewing.

Messaging and Internet

The advanced MMS capabilities built in to the V400G enable users to send, edit, forward, and receive image, text, audio, and video messages over the wireless Internet, to and from compatible phones or PCs. (Messages can run up to 100k in size.) You'll also get instant messaging capability, messaging templates, SMS two-way messaging, conventional email, and predictive text assistance. Beyond messaging, the V400G's Internet connectivity lets you access online services such as stock quotes, road directions, airline information, entertainment, and more. You can also download Java applications (version CLDC 1.0, MIDP 2.0, 100k per application limit) for which the phone provides 5 MB total (shared) memory. High-speed data transfer and download round out the package. The V400G supports digital TTY/TDD functionality for the hearing impaired.

Organizer

Organizer features include a calendar, calculator with currency converter, date book with event storage, and voice memo.

Fun and Games

For fun, the V400G sports a built-in 640 x 480 pixel integrated digital camera with a self-timer feature. Pictures taken with the camera can be stored in the phone or sent to others via multimedia messaging. The 5 MB of memory available for storing pictures is also shared with whatever wallpapers, screensavers, ring tones, Java applications, or games you may download from the Internet. The V400G also features 24 chord ring tone capability. Users can assign different tones for different callers in the V400G's phonebook, and assign separate tones to denote incoming messages, faxes, and reminders. Wireless multiplayer gaming capabilities and two included games, "Bejeweled" and "Prince of Persia", round out the entertainment perks of this phone.

Vital Statistics

This phone weighs 4.34 ounces and measures 3.50 x 1.90 x 1 inches. Its Lithium Ion batteries are rated at up to 5.25 hours talk time, and up to 175 hours standby time. It runs on GSM 800/900/1800/1900 mode.

Product Description

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the best phones out right now, September 5, 2004

By 

Mrs. Ives - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorola V400 Phone (AT&T) (Wireless Phone)

I've had this phone for about 2 weeks now. I bought it new and unlocked online through Amazon's Marketplace for about $235 (excl. s&h) but saw it on Ebay for $155 and I just thought, "Ugh. I could've had such a better deal". But anyway, before I bought the phone, as a "gadget freak", I've done a lot of reviews on it. Let's start with the phone's PROs and CONs.

PROs:
1) I love the front design and colors of the phone.
2) The 176x220 display is absolutely beautiful! (unlike the Samsung E-105 phone that I had before).
3) The speakerphone is very clear, but I wish it could be somewhat louder.
4) The voice dialing option is quite useful, even though it tends not to work around noisy areas.
5) The camera's pretty good since you can't really expect a "high-tech 2mp+ digicam" out of a cell phone (maybe in a couple of years, but not now).
6) The mp3/polyphonic ringtones come out very true and not so "muffled" if you know what I mean.

CONS:
1) The loudspeaker and speaker overall could be louder.
2) It would be so much nicer if the speaker isn't located in the back of the phone because once you put it down, the volume isn't as loud (that's why you should place it down on the front instead of on the back).
3) It would be nice to use the speakerphone whenever like for a example, when playing a voice recording.

There are a lot of "would'ves" and "could'ves" and "what ifs" but you can't and shouldn't expect a phone to be perfect.

If you were to compare the v400 with the v600, then there really isn't much of a difference besides the "external blinking lights" to tell you which group the person calling you is in. Big deal. It's just a flashy addition to the caller ID option - mainly to "show off". Also, the v600 and the v400 are about the same size - same for its memory capacity. If you're thinking about buying a V600 retail, then you're better off buying the v400 and saving the extra $100 for something else.

Lastly, I'd recommend signing up with 3GUPLOAD.COM for ringtones and downloads. It's only $10 for unlimited downloads a year and you can always share the account with friends that have the same phone (or display resolution) as you! As for free downloads, you can try MY-JUJU.COM even though there isn't as much to choose from compared to 3GUPLOAD.COM.

32 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great phone, but buy it elsewhere, June 30, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Motorola V400 Phone (AT&T) (Wireless Phone)

This is a wonderful phone. Great color screen, great external display, great reception, great camera, great look overall. It's full of memory to store pictures, wallpapers, screensavers, etc. It also has all the fun caller ID features and settings everyone wants. It comes with two addictive games (they drain the battery...don't play too long). The ringer is a little quiet and the vibrating is short and unnoticeable. My only real complaint is that the battery life is much, much, much shorter than advertised. However, I would strongly advise everyone to buy the phone from another company, not amazon.com. There are much better deals on the Internet, and I already regret buying from Amazon. You can find this phone for free on many other websites that are very reliable with FREE 2-day shipping (Amazon charged me a good $12 on top of the sales tax I had to pay). Though Amazon SAYS it includes a hands-free headset, it actually does NOT come with a headset. Cingular includes one Motorola travel charger; Amazon includes NO accessories. This phone deserves accessories (hands-free headset/case) and NEEDS a car charger. Order elsewhere and get them for free! One final tip. A lot of people complain about the battery meter. I agree that the battery reader displayed on the external screen is not very accurate. However, there is a more reliable measure inside the phone. (Settings-Phone level-battery meter)...click that to see where your battery REALLY is). Anyways, overall, this is the best phone for the money I've ever found. It's amazing that such a nice phone is free--buy it while you can!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great phone, but not perfect..., September 28, 2004

By 

Bryan J. Peluso (Oklahoma City, OK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Motorola V400 Phone (AT&T) (Wireless Phone)

I've had this phone for a month or two, and I like it a lot. The screen is fantastic; I was surprised by how sharp and bright the image was. The external display is very nice as well. My friend has a different make of phone with an color external display, but the words on it are so small that they can barely be seen. The keypad is easy to use, except that the blue button in the middle of the directional buttons is a bit too small. I like that you are able to change the ring mode with the side buttons, without having to open the phone.

The ringtones that come with the phone are not very impressive, but that was also the case with my previous phone (Nokia 3560). I think they really, REALLY want you to purchase lots of new ringtones.

I have not used the camera a great deal, but what pictures I have taken look fine. I have yet to view any pictures I have taken with this phone in full 640 x 480 resolution. The camera automatically adjusts fairly well to low-light conditions.

This phone comes with a hands-free speaker phone, but I have not used it much because the sound output is somewhat tinny. I have tried using it in my car, but could not make out anything that was said to me (this could be the fault of my car, though!). I will soon purchase a headset for in-car use.

The instruction manual is pretty much useless. It tells you how to get to different functions, but not how to use them (such as the iMelody ringtone creator).

The reception on this phone is decent, but not exceptional. The battery life on this phone is not as long as I expected... but I must admit that when I first got this phone, I was playing with it A LOT. Also, I work in an area that does not have good cellular coverage, and I would leave the phone on while at work. These two factors surely affect the longevity of the battery.

Now for the main reason I did not give this phone 5 stars: the earpiece volume. With my previous phones, I never had a problem hearing through the earpiece. With the v400, I am frequently straining to hear, even with the volume all the way up. I don't know if it is how I am holding the phone or what...

Otherwise, this is a great phone.