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Motorola RAZR2 V9m Phone (Verizon Wireless)
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Our Price: $244.07
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Average Customer Rating:  
Manufacturer: Verizon Wireless
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Binding: Wireless Phone
Brand: Motorola
Color: Silver
Feature: Newest version of iconic clamshell phone with stainless steel frame and large 2-inch, glass-housed 65K color display
Label: Verizon Wireless
Manufacturer: Verizon Wireless
Model: V9m
Publisher: Verizon Wireless
Release Date: 2007-09-04
Studio: Verizon Wireless
Variation Description: Silver
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Features
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Newest version of iconic clamshell phone with stainless steel frame and large 2-inch, glass-housed 65K color display
Access Verizon's V Cast Music and Video service via fast EV-DO data network; GPS-enabled for turn-by-turn directions
2.2-inch internal LCD; 1.3 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom; handsfree speakerphone
Bluetooth connectivity for both communication headsets and music headphones; USB 2.0; MicroSD expansion
Includes: Li-Ion Battery, Headset Adapter, Charger, Quick Reference Guide and User Guide
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Fragile
Comment: This phone is quite cool overall with many features that you can read about from other postings on this site. That said I have to complain that one day my wife was simply opening it and the right hinge just cracked and the broke off. I called Verizon customer service and they were actually quite defensive insisting that it must have been deliberately broken!! I tried to explain the phone must have had an internal material based flaw but this fell on deaf ears and the service rep at first didn't even understand the conceptual nature of the problem. They just chose to play the blame game and in the end rather than buy another phone I used "JB weld" (an epoxy product) to fix it. Obviously there are now a lot of more interesting phones out there but because the V9m still has sex appeal it holds a premium price. I am disappointed in Verizon for their hardball blame oriented attitude towards my compliant and will likely choose another carrier in the future. After all as time goes on the reliability aspect of the Verizon network won't be much better than others so this sales point is fading fast and they seem much like any other phone company -- and Verizon's customer service is going to have to improve for them to stay competitive much longer.
Customer Rating:
Summary: The Best Motorola Has To Offer
Comment: I've owned this phone for around 6 months now, and felt the need to write a brief review. Note - This is for the Verizon version.
Pros:
- Stylish (or at least I've received many compliments on it)
- Slim (a bit slimmer than the original Razr
- Beautiful external screen
- Decent battery life
- Fast operating system (or faster than the Razr V3c I had before this)
- 2MP camera takes pretty good pictures
Cons:
- Cost (I think this phone is overpriced, even for being all of the above)
- The vibrate mode is HORRIBLE (it's really weak and I miss calls - ugh)
- Can't adjust ringer without opening phone
- Micro USB incompatible with previous Razr chargers, accessories
- attracts fingerprints
- music player sometimes gets turned on inside my pocket
Other notes: This phone is NOT wider than the original RAZR, it only looks that way b/c the edges are not tapered as much.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Really nice phone with a few minor drawbacks
Comment: I've had this phone for a few days now, and I really like it. The call quality is by far the BEST of any phone I have had to date. The menus are very straightforward and easy to setup -- though I feel I don't have as much personalization control as I would like.
The things that make this a 4 star phone:
1. Fingerprint Magnet -- there really is no way around this.
2. Extremely limited ring tone selection from factory (obviously designed this way so you will buy more from Verizon).
3. If you are a Verizon customer, as I am, you are unable to see missed calls and read text messages from the huge front screen. This was a TERRIBLE decision on Verizon's part. The touchscreen access buttons they do give you are for the camera, for music, and for voice commands -- useless! This is really the biggest downfall of phone, and its Verizon's fault! Because of this, the big and beautiful front screen is really limited to that -- it looks pretty. It actually serves no real function because Verizon took away the ability to view missed calls and read text messages from it, just so Verizon could push its music service -- UGH, disgusting!
4. The actual "feel" of the phone is nice, though it is wider than most phones and takes a little getting used to.
5. Other reviews have mentioned a hinge problem. My hinge is good and the phone feels exceptionally solid -- though the bottom left corner of my keypad feels and sounds a little loose compared to the rest of the keypad.
6. You cannot change the ring style from the side buttons as with previous Motorola phones -- big drawback seeing you have to actually open the phone to put it on vibrate or silent.
7. Battery life is good -- though definitely not the best of all phones I've had. I will most likely buy the upgraded high capacity 1350 mAh from Motorola.
All in all I would recommend this phone, even though Verizon purposely took away features Motorola intended for users (front touch screen for missed calls and text messages). The camera is great, and best and most important of all -- the call quality is the best I've ever had. Good job Motorola, bad job Verizon.
Customer Rating:
Summary: questions and charger info on razr2
Comment: Question1: i have a razr that's given up the ghost...considering a razr2. does verizon's razr2 allow ring and vibrate simultaneously? with the razr, verizon disabled that feature (originally designed with it by motorola).
Question2: does the razr2 come with a cable to hook up to my laptop USB for downloading music to a microSD card?
Info on chargers for razr2: i found out that you can buy an adapter (t-mobile stores have 'em for $4.99) that allows you to use your razr chargers with the razr2 connector.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Phone Hardware, [...] software
Comment: Replaced my Moto E815 with the Razr2 the day it was released on their website. Used it for about 6 months now.
Pros: Slim, nice external screen, good quality build. And all the other specs that other people have mentioned, camera, etc.
Cons:
Other than the screen and size, this phone is no better than a Regular Razr that costs 1/5th as much. It's smaller, but only slightly. Not enough to make a difference, and it's taller.
The outside buttons are useless. You can start playing music, but you can't stop it, you have to open it up and hit end to stop it. You can start up the voice command, but it's the same as if you pushed the side button, so it's redundant. Starting up the camera is cool, but only to show it off. The outside Controls are basically useless.
The verizon UI isn't that great for doing things fast. The process if creating a new text message and sending it is like 10 button presses.
This phone uses a new type of charger port, Micro USB. It's Slightly smaller than the Mini-USB. The pain is that it's very hard to tell which side is up. You'll always be guessing which way it plugs in. What happened to the old days of the dock chargers?
This phone has a Large outside screen, but it's put put to use well. You can't read a text message unless you open the phone. If you get a call and have a picture for the person, it's a SMALL picture and doesn't use even half the screen. Seems like a waste.
The vibrate is horrible. You can't change volume without opening the phone. Sorry, you can't be sneaky and put it into vibrate mode while it's in your pocket.
Verizon put their same [...] OS on this phone. If they spent some extra time to customize it for this phone, it would be 10x nicer.
VERDICT: If you're like me and stuck with verizon, i feel sorry for you. This phone is decent, but verizon's OS doesn't take advantage of it.
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Editorial Reviews:
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After creating a gadget/fashion icon in the original MOTORAZR, Motorola has upped the ante with the new RAZR2 V9m with cutting edge technology and enhanced features that make it even easier to use. The RAZR2 V9m offers data connectivity via Verizon's EV-DO data network--perfect for surfing the Web as well as downloading music and video from Verizon's V Cast service. It's fully loaded with an arsenal of digital tools, including a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth connectivity for streaming music and photo printing, MicroSD memory card expansion, dual color LCD screens, e-mail access, digital audio player, and full duplex speakerphone. And speaking of cutting edge, the phone's stainless steel internal frame and cast aluminum housing support makes the RAZR2 V9m stronger and more durable than its predecessor. 
Download your favorite new music and stream video from Verizon's V Cast service. | 
Sleeker, smarter, stronger: the RAZR2 V9m boasts a durable stainless steel frame and chemically hardened glass displays.. | 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. 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. With the V Cast Video service, you can 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. Hear a song that you like but don't know the title? The V CAST SongID feature can listen to virtually any recorded music and give you back the title, artist and album. You can then the matching ringtone or full song with just one click. This phone is also enabled with the Get It Now service, which allows you to easily download ringtones, games, and applications. 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. Phone Features
Designed to be even sharper than before, the RAZR2 V9m shaves two millimeters from the original MOTORAZR. Its one-piece housing has no parting lines (meaning fewer chances of break points) and the cast aluminum hinge underwent more than 100,000 lab tests to ensure durability. Even the exterior camera lens is stronger, as it is made with chemically hardened glass. Despite its slimmer profile, the RAZR2 V9m offers enhanced dual screens that make the phone seem larger. The 2.2-inch internal screen offers twice the resolution of the original MOTORAZR while the 2-inch external screen is great for checking caller photo ID, easily reading incoming text messages, and controlling music playback through onscreen controls. Both screens provide 320 x 240-pixel resolutions with support for up to 65K colors. Other Motorola-engineered enhancements include: - Upgraded Interface: With the redesigned, more intelligent interface, you'll be able to search for contacts faster and avoid duplicate entries for the same person while allowing contacts to have multiple numbers. The customizable main menu means you're never more than 2 to 3 clicks away from your favorite applications. And text messaging is easier, with the V9m recognizing what type of message you are sending.
- Talk to Me: Originally designed to address the needs of those with vision impairment, the RAZR2 V9m is able to read the phone's interactive menus, contacts, messages and more aloud--adding convenience to your on-the-go lifestyle. SMS messages on the phone can be read and replied to with pre-programmed text messages without ever having to open up the flip.
- Haptics: Motorola has incorporated breakthrough haptics technology--an interface that creates tactile feedback--that provides vibrating feedback in response to your finger taps. When combined with the virtual music keys, the haptics technology helps you to effortlessly control music playback.
The 2-megapixel camera includes a 4x digital zoom and it can automatically snap up to eight new pictures--letting you choose the best image from a complete series of pictures. You can even print photos wirelessly to a Bluetooth-compatible printer with just a few menu selections. It provides five resolution choices (from 160 x 120 to 1600 x 1200 pixels) and also features a self-timer and controls for brightness and white balance. The RAZR2 V9m is also an impressive video camcorder, providing up to QVGA resolution (320 x 240 pixels). You can record video for as long as you have available space on your MicroSD memory card, or choose a 10-second cap for videos sent via MMS. It supports H.263, H.264, and MPEG4 video formats. 
Control music playback with the virtual digital audio player buttons on the V9m's external screen, which includes tactile feedback. | With up to 2 GB of storage (via optional MicroSD memory card), the RAZR2 V9m can store up to 1000 of your favorite songs. It offers compatibility with Microsoft Windows Media Player 11, enabling easy synchronization and transfer between phone and PC. You'll be able to modify music playback with the flip closed thanks to the virtual contextual music controls that appear on the external screen. And you can keep playing music even while surfing the web, sending text messages, or even using the camera. This phone provides Bluetooth version 1.2 wireless connectivity, and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and audio/video remote control. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server. Other features include: - 65 MB internal flash memory
- Up to 1000 contact entries, each with up to six numbers and two email addresses
- USB 2.0 wired connectivity, with mass storage capability
- Polyphonic and MP3 ringtones
- Voice command and dialing, as well as ability to record voice memos
- PIM functions including calendar, calculator, alarm clock, and world clock
- M4/T4 hearing aid and TTY compatibility
- aGPS capable for E911 emergency location/sGPS
Vital Statistics
The RAZR2 V9m weighs 4.13 ounces and measures 4.06 x 2.1 x 0.47 inches. Its 770 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 3.6 hours (215 minutes) of talk time, and up to 310 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 CDMA frequencies and is compatible with the EV-DO data network.
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