- Colorful customizable external display
- VGA camera with 4x digital zoom
- Integrated Bluetooth for wireless data connectivity
- 5 MB internal memory for downloadable applications, ringtones, wallpapers, and photos
- Large 65,000-color display with video playback
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The tri-band Motorola V600 cell phone features Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated VGA digital camera, and MMS with video clip playback. You'll also get "Situational Lights"--a feature that lets you light colors for various types of calls--and much more, all displayed on a large, high-resolution 176 x 220 pixels, 65,000 color interior screen.
Used simply as a cell phone, the V600 features a five-way navigation key with multiple dedicated function keys for easy menu navigation. Primary calling features include voice dialing, integrated speakerphone, vibrate mode, call timers, redial, missed call indicator, call log, any-key answer, auto-answer, auto-redial, roaming indicator, speed dial, linked (credit card) dialing, phonebook look-up, phonebook scroll, mute control, no-answer transfer, one-touch 911, system select, usage alert, and a phone book of up to 1250 entries, including picture caller ID functionality. When the phone is closed, its external screen (two lines, 96 x 32 pixelss) 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 on the secondary display for nighttime viewing.
The basic Motorola clamshell format continues to provide a solid and attractive option for any dedicated cell phone user. Its steel frame is compact and attractive, (the faceplate-changing capabilities seem a bit unnecessary) and it's loaded with all the essential features you'll need for power usage plus a few bonuses. You may find the volume a bit high out of the box, and it goes into hibernate almost as fast as you can dial a number, but these are minor, adjustable quibbles on a truly stellar phone.
Calling Features
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The V600 sports well-placed, well-machined keys, and its compact size does nothing to hinder dialing even for large-fingered users. The solid scroll keys bring you to very intuitive menus presented nicely on a single screen, marked by functional but showier-than-necessary graphics. There are also dedicated external buttons for speaker volume, voice recording, and ring volume.
Messaging and Internet
The advanced MMS capabilities built in to the V600 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 V600'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 V600 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. You can also transfer this data to your PC wirelessly via the phone's Bluetooth capability.
We found the V600's appointment scheduling to be right in line with our fairly basic needs. Other than the universal annoyance of pecking out appointment details with the ten-key letter system (there's no QWERTY keyboard here as you'll find on some of the more recent, albeit early-adopter phones) this phone's organizer features provided enough data entry space for any busy person taking these functions seriously, but no more.
Fun and Games
For fun, the V600 sports a built-in 640 x 480 pixels integrated digital camera with zoom and brightness adjustment functions. 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 V600 also features 24 chord ring tone capability. Users can assign different tones for different callers in the V600's phonebook, and assign separate tones to denote incoming messages, faxes, and reminders. Wireless multiplayer gaming capabilities and two included games, "Bejeweled" and "Stuntman", round out the entertainment perks that ship with this phone.
Conclusions
We liked this phone's very basic camera. It was easy to use and worry-free and the device can be accessed instantly from the phone's top level screen menu. From power on, it only took us a moment to take and save a fairly nice picture. However, photo quality is only adequate; about as good as you'd expect for a cell phone circa 2004, as opposed to a dedicated digital camera. We also found the ring tones included with the phone to be generally pleasant, and it was a breeze to assign a custom tone to a number in the phonebook, thanks again to the easy menu system. The included games were basic and fairly fun (at least once). In "Stuntman", the phone's vibrate mode provided road rumble as a little car skidded around a bland, full-color stunt course. But player beware! Once the game starts, the volume becomes LOUD and is not apparently adjustable. Finally, there is a nutty little feature called Motomixer, which lets you modify various settings on little songs that you can download, emulating a very rudimentary, miniature studio console.
In all, we found the Motorola V600 to be a rock solid, highly effective cell phone with attractive and efficient graphic and audio capabilities. We recommend the V600 without reservations for any serious user.
Vital Statistics
The Motorola V600's security features include call restrictions, phone lock, and new password capability. The phone weighs 4.4 ounces and measures 3.46 x 1.85 x 0.91 inches. Its lithium-ion batteries are rated at up to 390 minutes talk time, and up to 175 hours standby time. It runs on the GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 frequencies. In the box, you'll receive the V600, instruction manuals, a high capacity li-ion battery, a headset/earbud, and a battery charger.
Amazon.com Hands-On Review
Compatible with T-Mobile phone service, the quad-band Motorola V600 cell phone features Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated VGA digital camera, and MMS with video clip playback. You'll also get "Situational Lights"--a feature that lets you light colors for various types of calls--and much more, all displayed on a large, high-resolution 176 x 220-pixel, 65,000-color interior screen.
The basic Motorola clamshell format continues to provide a solid and attractive option for any dedicated cell phone user. Its steel frame is compact and attractive, (the faceplate-changing capabilities seem a bit unnecessary) and it's loaded with all the essential features you'll need for power usage plus a few bonuses. You may find the volume a bit high out of the box, and it goes into hibernate almost as fast as you can dial a number, but these are minor, adjustable quibbles on a truly stellar phone.
Calling Features
Used simply as a cell phone, the V600 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, call timers, redial, missed call indicator, call log, any-key answer, auto-answer, auto-redial, roaming indicator, speed dial, linked (credit card) dialing, phonebook look-up, phonebook scroll, mute control, no-answer transfer, one-touch 911, system select, usage alert, and a phone book of up to 1250 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.
The V600 sports well-placed, well-machined keys, and its compact size does nothing to hinder dialing even for large-fingered users. The solid scroll keys bring you to very intuitive menus presented nicely on a single screen, marked by functional but showier-than-necessary graphics. There are also dedicated external buttons for speaker volume, voice recording, and ring volume.
Messaging and Internet
The advanced MMS capabilities built in to the V600 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 e-mail, and predictive text assistance. Beyond messaging, the V600'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 V600 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. You can also transfer this data to your PC wirelessly via the phone's Bluetooth capability.
We found the V600's appointment scheduling to be right in line with our fairly basic needs. Other than the universal annoyance of pecking out appointment details with the ten-key letter system (there's no QWERTY keyboard here as you'll find on some of the more recent, albeit early-adopter phones) this phone's organizer features provided enough data entry space for any busy person taking these functions seriously, but no more.
Fun and Games
For fun, the V600 sports a built-in 640 x 480 pixel integrated digital camera with zoom and brightness adjustment functions. 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, screen savers, ring tones, Java applications, or games you may download from the Internet. The V600 also features 24 chord ring tone capability. Users can assign different tones for different callers in the V600's phonebook, and assign separate tones to denote incoming messages, faxes, and reminders. Wireless multiplayer gaming capabilities and two included games, "Bejeweled" and "Stuntman", round out the entertainment perks with this phone.
Conclusions
We liked this phone's very basic camera. It was easy to use and worry-free (nothing's going to break off), and the device can be accessed instantly from the phone's top level screen menu. From power on, it only took us a moment to take and save a fairly nice picture. However, photo quality is only adequate; about as good as you'd expect for a cell phone circa 2004, as opposed to a dedicated digital camera. We also found the ring tones included with the phone to be generally pleasant, and it was a breeze to assign a custom tone to a number in the phonebook, thanks again to the easy menu system. The included games were basic and fairly fun (at least once). In "Stuntman", the phone's vibrate mode provided road rumble as a little car skidded around a bland, full-color stunt course. But player beware! Once the game starts, the volume goes LOUD and is not apparently adjustable. Finally, there is a nutty little feature called Motomixer, which lets you modify various settings on little songs that you can download, emulating a very rudimentary, miniature studio console.
In all, we found the Motorola V600 to be a rock-solid, highly effective cell phone, with attractive and efficient graphic and audio capabilities. We recommend the V600 without reservations for any serious user.
Vital Statistics
The Motorola V600's security features include call restrictions, phone lock, and new password capability. The phone weighs 4.4 ounces and measures 3.46 x 1.85 x 91.0 inches. Its Lithium Ion batteries are rated at up to 450 minutes talk time, and up to 240 hours standby time. It runs on GSM 800/900/1800/1900 mode. In the box, you'll receive the V600, instruction manuals, a high capacity 750 mAh lithium-ion battery, a headset/earbud, and a battery charger.
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47 of 49 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Motorola v600 Proves 4x as Powerful. Sony Surrenders.,
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This review is from: Motorola V600 Phone (T-Mobile) (Wireless Phone)
Don't buy this phone if you're looking for a toy. This isn't the best camera, or the best mp3 player, or the best ringtone jukebox, although it performs very well on each.
Buy this phone if you are looking for a rock solid reliable communication tool with nice feel and nice looks that also happens to have a decent camera, a rich polyphonic speaker, and an extraordinarily crisp and vibrant screen. This is a quad band phone. Most phones are single or dual band. If this isn't important to you, you don't need this phone. This is the most solid and reliable *quad* band phone readily available at a reasonable price, allowing you to make and receive calls on all four international frequencies. If you combine this with a no-roaming charges plan in the USA, then whenever your phone can see any tower, you can place a call. In Europe, you can buy pre-paid sim cards without worrying whether they have towers supporting a USA bandwidth. Saves a ton of money and aggravation versus trying to use your USA phone and USA "International" calling plan. CONS: - Does not use the phone book name lookup from the Motorola Mx200 which lets you press the letters of the name only once per key instead of using T9. On this phone, one keypress jumps to the first name starting with the 1st letter on the key, 2nd press of the key jumps to names starting with 2nd letter on the key, and so on. - Realtime bluetooth phone sync requires separate software purchase. (Or not, since you can download the software from various European Motorola sites.) - If you buy a custom metal case, check fit-and-finish at a retail mobile store near you. One batch had a 0.5 millimeter gap on the left edge between the case and the phone. PROS: - Price has dropped from the $400 intro cost earlier this year. - The color screen is bright and clear under any conditions. - Battery life is phenomenal. If you "condition" the new phone by running the battery down fully the first two times before recharging it at all, you will have up to a full week standby if you are in a reasonable digital coverage area. Even in marginal coverage, standby is several days. Talk time is several hours, even on speaker. - Reception is better in low signal areas than any other phone I've used. Generally, flip phones are a compromise between style and performance. A Nokia brick will place and receive calls where flips show no signal. This phone seems to outperform even the Nokias. This may be thanks to the 4 bands; when other phones have tried the two carriers they can reach, this phone can still try two more. - Quad band phones are the best choice to combine with a "no-roaming-fees-anywhere-in-continental-USA" plan. - Swappable metal case, in default satin aluminum, midnight blue, or burgundy. These are easy to swap, and make the phone seem less of an appliance while remaining suitable for the board room. - Phone book stores all contact points for a name under the same entry, and a simple left-right on the joy-pad selects the default contact point for that name. This means less scrolling in the phone book. Works better with Outlook's multiple numbers per contact than other phones I've used. - Settings profiles with customizable everything. For folks who may be occasionally on call, there is an amazingly loud Nextel style warble tone you *will* notice even in the pit at a NASCAR race. If for some reason you ignore the tone, it can follow with a reminder every couple minutes till you press a key. - In a surprising change for Motorola, this phone (and its siblings in the same vX00 line) is packed with "joy" features such as a multi-colored (customizable) indicator light that can be set to a subtle glow or pulse in a range of colors, so even in silent mode, you can tell from acros the room if it's a business call or a personal call. I've been using this phone since the week it was launched. By way of comparison, I also own a Siemens (tri-band, dual mode, supports *analog* towers not just digital, important in rural USA 2 years ago), a Samsung (triband competitor to this phone with a flash for the camera), a Nokia (latest with the flipout keyboard), a Blackberry, and a Danger Hiptop aka Sidekick. If limited to one device, I prefer the Sidekick if it will be my only email access for an extended (5+ days) trip in the USA. I prefer this v600 for everything else.
34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is THE BEST.,
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This review is from: Motorola V600 Phone (T-Mobile) (Wireless Phone)
I bought 3 cell phones this month: a Nokia 6800 for me because I thought the pull-out keyboard feature would be great; a Nokia 3100 for my mother; and the Motorola V600 for John.
I programmed all the phones and the Motorola V600 was superior in EVERY WAY. I actually went through all the trouble of doing without a cell phone for 2 wks. (Amazon.com wasn't carrying them then) to exchange my Nokia 6800 for a Motorola V600. The picture quality on the Nokia 6800 camera was HORRIBLE compared to the V600. The keyboard was more difficult and awkward on the Nokia; the setup and use of the V600 is just so superior!! (I promise you that you will regret choosing the Nokia 6800 once you have tried the V600.) Usually when you have a connection problem with a phone it is the carrier - but all of the phones worked fine with AT&T. What is frightening is that I really RESEARCHED all the phones and really wanted to read an amazon.com review as I just don't trust other reviews because most of them only print the "good" ones. At Amazon, I know that I'm reading the actual experiences. If I had not bought this phone for John, I never would have discovered it. The other phones were small and felt awkward. And the Nokia 3100 is so difficult to turn on that my mother literally has had to use the end of a pencil to turn it on! (I couldn't exchange hers as she had used it too much.) But the V600, even though small, feels GREAT! Very comfortable. All the bells and whistles, but with the V600 - you can actually FIND the bells and whistles. I just cannot say enough good things about this phone. I do recommend that you buy one of the leather cases for the V600 when you order the phone to help protect it though.
38 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing!,
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This review is from: Motorola V600 Phone (T-Mobile) (Wireless Phone)
This phone is by far the best cell phone on the market.
The integrated camera takes surprisingly clear pictures and, unlike the Samsung E715 which I had to return, the images are full-screen when saved as the wallpaper. The keypad layout is perfect and the phone feels sturdy as if it is built to last. One feature I have come to appreciate is the ring volume control on the side of the phone. It prevents the user from having scroll through a bunch of menus and setting controls within the phone's software. Great for if you're in a hurry. The reception is good, however I found the Samsung E715 with the internal antenna to have a stronger signal than the V600. Also, it only comes with 1 full-length game and the other two are very short demos. Everything else regarding this phone is flawless and if you don't like something about it, chances are you can fix it because everything is very customizable. Amazon says that the phone does not contain a PIM, alarm or Internet Browser, but it actually DOES contain all three features.
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