If you have big hands or a rough touch, don't get it, it won't work well for you.

1.If someone calls or i making a call can i close the phone and still talk?

- You can set it so that you have to hit end to end a call.. i have mine on slide down.

2. Can i have it closed with the speakerphone on during a call?

- Yes if you do the same thing as in answer #1

3.If i get a call or text message does the music stop playing or will it still play?

- Calls will stop the music to play your ringer and allow you to answer, if you answer and then after you hang up the music will start up again.

4.If i am in a contract how much is full retail of the phone if i want to buy it?

- its around 360

5.Is the earpiece volume loud?

- pretty much. you shouldnt have any problems with it.

If you want to flash a cool phone and it matches your shoes or purse, get it. If you want it to function, keep the 8300 or get an 8600. They have the same features, txt better (easier) and the screen is protected.