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Written: Aug 22 '02 (Updated Dec 23 '02)
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Pros: Feature rich, long battery life, stylish, light weight
Cons: Some features difficult to access
The Bottom Line: If You're Searching For Motorola Reliability, Plenty Of Features, And An Affordable Price Point, Then The Motorola v120c Might Just Be For You!
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| jonwes's Full Review: Motorola V120c |
Allow me to begin by mentioning that I have worked for Verizon Wireless in the corporate accounts division for six years this month. I have had a great deal of exposure to various handsets, and now I have a perfect forum to share the feedback that I have gathered from a wide variety of clients. My reviews on cellular handsets do not focus on the features of the unit, but rather on the feedback that I receive from my customers, so that you can make a more informed decision when purchasing.
I initially had reserved judgment about the new Motorola v120c. I had heard mixed comments about it and therefore did not feel comfortable writing a review until I gathered more information. Now I have sold this phone to enough customers to feel as though I have a solid backing for my opinion. As a matter of fact, a close friend of mine purchased this model, who previously had a Kyocera 2035.
The Motorola v120c is a stylish handset with a large number of features, including voice activated dialing. The voice activated dialing actually works rather well and can distinguish between different people's voices. For example, the friend I mentioned has his voice recorded for half a dozen entries, while another family member has their voice recorded for yet another set of entries. The phone distinguishes between them well and makes dialing much easier.
One of the features that the v120c has that curtails a great deal of complaint calls is long battery life. Rated at 7 days standby and 3 hours of talktime, it is definitely ahead of the pack. These estimates are not too far off of reality, unlike some manufacturer's ratings. My friend noticed a marked improvement going from the Kyocera to the Motorola.
One complaint call I have received rather often is how to change the ringer. Many people are convinced there is only one ringer melody even after reading the manual at length. After having the phone in hand, I'll admit, it's a little tricky navigating to the selection menu, but it's definitely in there. 32 altogether. The different melodies play at different volume levels, so make sure the one you choose is adequate for the type of environment you'll be using it in. If anyone has a real problem finding this menu, go ahead and e-mail me and I'll send you more information.
The phone books on today's phones are bordering on the ridiculous. This model holds up to 400 names and numbers. I have 132 stored in my personal phone and I thought that was a lot. Apparently not as many as some people out there are using!
The text messaging feature of this phone is easy to use and access. If you have Verizon Wireless service, you can send a text message directly from the website, "www.verizonwireless.com", by selecting "Send a Text Message" on the left side of the screen and then entering the appropriate information. If the customer you're sending the message to has the "Pay as you go" feature on their account, it will cost them $.02 to receive and you $.10 to send. Higher packages incorporate bundled messages. The nice part about the website as opposed to sending messages via the phone directly is that you can click the "Update" button when finished and see the exact time the message was received by the handset! Technology is always moving forward.
The one thing I will say regarding the v120c is that if you live in an area with very weak signal strength, you may notice slightly better reception than what you might experience with the Kyocera line, for example. Several of my customers that live in outskirt areas in terms of cell sites, have noticed the ability to at least get a mild signal with the v120c, where they received little or none previously. Something to take into consideration perhaps.
I hear some people comment on the durability of the phone being in question, but as with most Motorola products, this one has proven to be tough. I have only had one problem regarding durability and that was due to the unit being in the hands of a careless customer.
Overall, I would recommend the Motorola v120c as a good performer with a multitude of features. I do not hesitate selling it, as I know that I won't be getting complaint calls down the road. People find it easy to store in a pocket or a purse, which is important in these days of portability. If you're looking for an upgrade from this model, I'd highly recommend the LG TM-510, which I have also written a review on. Both models are top notch and should provide years of trouble free performance. Two thumbs up on this one!
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I have personally been using the Plantronics M175 headset for over a year with Motorola phones and the increased clarity that is achieved over simply talking directly into the handset may interest many readers. To view my full review on this accessory please visit the link below or search for other reviews by "jonwes":
http://www.epinions.com/content_84610682500
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