LG VX-8100
Played with the 9800-my thoughts on why I like the 8100 better.....
I went into my local Verizon store today and played with the 9800 for quite some time. I love my 8100 but always like to check out the new latest and greatest and knew deap down that if this phone blew me away, I would probably get it. Well, it didn't and I didn't and here are my reasons as to why and my thoughts about it in general........... (see disclaimer at bottom)
It is kind of cool if your looking for a toy. Other than that, I wouldn't choose it for a phone. It was about the size I was expecting, but still bulky. The outside key pad had tiny keys and I didn't like the feel. Outside screen was good, but not as good as the 8100. Another thing I considered about the "candy bar" style is you would have to lock the keys to avoid ...
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It is kind of cool if your looking for a toy. Other than that, I wouldn't choose it for a phone. It was about the size I was expecting, but still bulky. The outside key pad had tiny keys and I didn't like the feel. Outside screen was good, but not as good as the 8100. Another thing I considered about the "candy bar" style is you would have to lock the keys to avoid ...
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I too wanted to take a peek at the 9800. I went to VZW and played with it for 30 mins or so. I was pleasently shocked at the small size of the phone. It felt good in my hands. The screen was nice on the inside and the outside was decent but I dont think it was better than my 8100s outside screen. The camera seemed about the same. I listened to some of the VZW tones and played them against my 8100. They were the same to me. The sales rep said she thought that my 8100 was slightly louder. I am not a text bandit and besides I am pretty fast using the regular numbered keypad. I personally will stay with my 8100. This isnt to say that the 9800 isnt going to be a great seller it just isnt for me. Cost has nothing to do with my decision because VZW...
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