Motorola RIZR Z3 Unlocked Phone with 2 MP Camera, MP3/Video Player, and MicroSD Slot-International Version with No Warranty (Dark Pearl Blue)
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| Brand | Motorola |
| Model Name | RIZR Z3 |
| Wireless Carrier | T-Mobile, AT&T |
| Cellular Technology | 2G |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 MB |
| Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth |
| Color | Purple |
| Screen Size | 1.8 Inches |
| Wireless network technology | GSM |
| Form Factor | Slider |
About this item
- Quad-band GSM cell phone compatible with 850/900/1800/1900 frequencies and EDGE/GPRS data capabilities
- Iconic slider phone; 2-megapixel digital camera with LED flash and video capture
- MicroSD expansion; Bluetooth stereo music; digital audio player; organizer
- Up to 3 hours of digital talk time and 8 days of standby time
- Unlocked cell phones are compatible with GSM carriers such as AT&T and T-Mobile, but are not compatible with CDMA carriers such as Verizon and Sprint.
- This cell phone may not include a US warranty as some manufacturers do not honor warranties for international version phones. Please contact the seller for specific warranty information.
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Product Description
Product Description
Merging an innovative slider design with an impressive feature set, the MOTORIZR delivers a dynamic mobile package for those socially active, on-the-go consumers who demand style, fun and adventure. Uniquely crafted, the MOTORIZR features a thin, narrow slider form factor with familiar finishes, rich housing materials and a multi-modal design for using the phone in both the open and closed positions. Appealing to the senses, this sleek new device boasts exceptional imaging, vivid color screen, enhanced music features and global connectivity. By offering the desired functionality in a familiar, easy to use design, the MOTORIZR is the companion for effortless style and entertainment on-the-go.
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Merging an innovative slider design with an impressive feature set, the MOTO RIZR Z3 marks Motorola's first venture into the slider-style GSM market. Stylishly wrapped in a package for fashion conscious consumers looking for style and portability, the MOTO RIZR is packed with all the latest mobile technology, including a 2-megapixel camera, stereo Bluetooth compatibility, an advanced music player, EDGE high-speed data capability, and more.
Design
The RIZR Z3 takes the standard slider-style form factor to the next level with a sleek profile, and a unique, spring assisted opening design. It also takes familiar style cues from the wildly popular RAZR flip-phone. A large 176 x 220 color display with 262,000 colors dominates the top of the slider. The 2-megapixel camera lens is discreetly housed on the upper backside of the phone, safely tucked away until ready for use. Up/down buttons are placed on the left side for volume control while a voice button on the right side of the unit allows you to enter voice memos and create voice dialing profiles. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's backlit control pad, which is precision cut from a single sheet of nickel-plated copper alloy. A charging port and USB data cable port is placed on the bottom of the phone. Lastly, a memory card slot is included, allowing you to augment the RIZR's 23.5 MB of built-in memory.
Calling Features
The RIZR Z3's internal phone book can hold up to six phone numbers and three addresses per entry, while the phone's picture ID system allows you to assign pictures to your most common callers. It also supports polyphonic ringtones as well as MP3 ringers, allowing you to use portions of your favorite songs to alert you to incoming calls. A number of ringtones come preloaded on the phone. There's even an included application, MotoMixer, that lets you mix your own ringtones. For times when you want to be discreet, there's a vibrating alert. A built-in speakerphone makes it easy to talk without having the phone to your ear while voice activated dialing makes calling your friends, family and associates as easy as saying their names. And because the RIZR Z3 is Bluetooth enabled, wireless headsets can be configured with the phone for total handsfree operation. Lastly, the RIZR's voice dialing feature makes calling family, friends, and business associates as easy as saying their names.
Messaging, Internet, and Tools
The RIZR Z3 is a messaging and wireless Internet powerhouse. Support is built in for sending and receiving pictures, text, graphics, sound and video via messages. When used in combination with the phone's built-in still and video camera, MMS opens up a whole new world of messaging fun. Instant messaging is also supported, and the phone ships with a built-in email client. The RIZR also comes stock with a built-in web browser for downloads and mobile web browsing.
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 email and text messaging users. With its Bluetooth or USB data capability, the phone can be easily used as a wireless modem for laptops and PDAs for high-speed data transfer over the supported EDGE network when coupled with a carrier data plan.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the RIZR Z3 including a voice memo recorder, a calculator with currency converter, a calendar and an alarm clock. Use the phone's Bluetooth capability to set up a wireless link with a Bluetooth accessory or connect to a computer or hand-held device to exchange and synchronize data. The phone also supports the SyncML PC synchronization standard, and it can be used with Motorola's Mobile Phone Tools PC application to manage and synchronize contacts, calendar, and other data with your PC.
Imaging and Entertainment
As mentioned, hidden behind the MOTO RIZR's eye-catching design is a powerful digital camera that features an LED flash, brightness control, and a night mode. With a dedicated side camera key and a landscape viewfinder mode, you can hold it and use it like a digital camera. Capture stills and then send them to your friends via MMS messaging or email, or send them to your PC via USB or Bluetooth. Frame-worthy pictures be sent from the phone directly to your printer via PictBridge technology.
The phone is capable of MPEG4 video playback when you receive a video message, or if you upload video to the phone via USB or Bluetooth. The RIZR Z3 also supports custom graphics for wallpapers so you can dress up the phone to suit your fancy.
When the feeling strikes you, jam out to your favorite music on the RIZR's advanced music player. And because the RIZR sports a convenient memory slot, you can bring along a ton of tunes--the unit supports cards up to 2 GB (memory cards sold separately). Lastly, Java support is built into the RIZR, making it a powerful gaming companion. You can also use the handset's USB data connection to load more games and files onto the phone.
Vital Statistics
The Motorola RIZR Z3 weighs 3.92 ounces and measures 4.15 x 1.79 x 0.65 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.33 hours of digital talk time, and up to 225 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.
What's in the box
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 3.43 x 1.75 x 0.91 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.25 pounds |
| ASIN | B000LDTGQK |
| Item model number | RIZR |
| Customer Reviews |
3.6 out of 5 stars |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular |
| Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth |
| Special features | internationally-sourced, camera, quad-band |
| Display technology | LED |
| Other display features | Wireless Phone Accessory |
| Other camera features | Rear, Front |
| Form Factor | Slider |
| Color | Purple |
| Phone Talk Time | 3 Hours |
| Whats in the box | MP3, Camera |
| Manufacturer | Motorola |
| Date First Available | November 29, 2006 |
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It's a neat phone, especially the video functionality that lets you pick different color filters, even a negative filter.
I chose the unlocked version thinking I'll have more versatility for travel. However, this means that you have to call T-Mobile to download t-zones so you can send and receive picture and video messaging. It also means, most annoyingly, that you won't get the usual icon to let you know you get voicemail - instead empty text messages _@ lets you know someone left you a message and delta@ lets you know you've checked your voicemail.
Unlike the phone from cellswholesale, amazon did send me a new phone, with the tamper sticker on the box and the protective plastic on the phone. Whereas cellswholesale's phone was for the Chinese market with a Chinese adaptor, amazon's was for Hungaria and Romania, so there was no English handbook. I went online to motorola's website and made the mistake of downloading the upgrade software for the phone hoping the voicemail notification would work. (It didn't work - it only erased a lot of the extras for the European market). Extras also included the PhoneTools 4.0 software with USB connector, which I unknowingly purchased separately.
It's still a neat phone - but the reception is HORRIBLE. Everyone I speak to sounds like they're congested with a really horrible flu and I miss out on over half the conversation. I'm with T-mobile in Northern Jersey and this reception is way worse than for the Nokia phone I had for over 3 years. Also small things I preferred about my Nokia phone was how it placed an icon on the screen to let you know you set the alarm and also Nokia let you know how much time was left before the alarm time. And yes, you need tweezers to remove the SIM card from the Rizr. You can set an analog watch on the lower right, but it's hard to read.
It's too bad I'm returning the phone to amazon. I love the way it feels - solid and compact and its smart multimedia features. It also has an easy-to-use voicedial program. If it wasn't for the terrible reception, I would keep it, but then again, what's a phone for?
A few notes:
- One thing that hadn't occurred to me with the slider design: there's only one display, and it's color. I'm used to using my phone as a watch, but, with this one, I have to poke it to make it turn on the backlight. For this reason alone, my next phone might be a clamshell.
- The vibrator is wimpy, to the point that I miss calls sometimes.
- The battery indicator is screwy - the battery is always completely full until it's empty.
- Getting it configured to work with my carrier (I think they're called ATT this week) was more work than I had expected. Non-technonerd people are likely to need help to get things like web browsing or GPRS working.
Overall it's a great phone, though.
It has good reception, great battery life, good volume. It works great with my AT&T pre-paid account.
I bought a 2 GB micro SD card to put music on it and a Motorola USB to headphone adapter so that I can use my existing headphones.
So far, there are only a couple of negatives. One is that I can't turn the headphone volume down low enough. Even at the lowest volume setting, it is still a little too loud for my liking. I may try to find a set of headphones with built-in volume controls. The other is a very minor issue, but still a little annoying, and that is the lag between when I press the shutter button for the camera and when the picture is taken. Since this is my 1st camera phone, I'm not sure if that is normal or not. When trying to take pictures of a 2 year old, you've got to be fast.
Overall this is a great phone and was well worth the price.
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