Finally a winning combination!!
Written: Apr 15 '02
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Pros: Outer LCD display, comfortable design, compact, Tri-Mode, voice dialing
Cons: Inadequate manual for something with so many features
The Bottom Line: This phone is very high quality and just as good if not better than other "name brand" phones! You'll love the outer LCD display, voice dialing, and the overall look!
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| porcelain_doll's Full Review: LG-TM510 Cell Phone |
After enduring 7 grueling and incredibly frustrating months with VoiceStream and their constant array of problems (dropped calls at full signal strength, no signal at all, customer service), I knew I was in the market for a new cell phone and wireless carrier. I loved my Nokia 8290, but unfortunately it was only for use with VoiceStream. I researched a few other phones, but kept coming back to the LG TM510. I was a little apprehensive since it wasn't a "name brand" phone, but it seemed to have all of the features that I was looking for. Once I stopped by a Radio Shack and saw if for myself, I was sold! It is very sleek looking (had to have the silver!), comfortable to hold and to talk on.
One of the features that attracted me the most was the outer LCD display, so that I don't have to flip the phone open each time to see who is calling. There is also a very generously sized LCD display inside, as well. I had considered the Startac 7868, which a friend of mine just bought, but after checking hers out I was glad I made the choice of going with the TM510. I also like the fact that the battery is on the bottom portion of the phone as opposed to the top, as is the case with the Startac. I was pleased that the LG TM510 didn't have 30 annoying rings to choose from as I just want to know when I'm getting a call! I know people enjoy choosing a ring to match their personality, but if you just want to know when you're receiving a call with a basic ring, this phone is for you.
Another plus is the voice dialing... amazing! The manual didn't provide a lot of information but after playing with the phone for a while I finally got names and numbers programmed, and now only have to speak their names to dial their numbers! I love this feature, it is very convenient. While the phone book does not alphabetize, I highly recommend programming the phone as much as possible with the voice dialing, which makes it easier not to have to push a dozen buttons to look the numbers up! The wireless carrier I chose is Verizon, and the reception is great! My friends and family think I am speaking on a land line. I can even get great reception inside of my house, which was never the case with VoiceStream -- the signal would drop a few miles outside of my neighborhood. Over the years I have been with Sprint, AT&T, and VoiceStream, but Verizon was the choice I wish I'd made all along.
With this phone and this wireless carrier, I finally feel as though I have found the winning combination! I feel as though I'm getting my money's worth, and I'm a very happy camper. I purchased this phone through 1800mobiles.com and paid only $89.99 for it with the activation of new service -- a bargain compared to the other prices I've seen it for. I highly recommend! With this combination, you just can't miss!
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Amount Paid (US$): 89.99
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