Samsung SCH-A930

I would say go for it. I is a great looking phone. I looks very sharp in black. I have had both the 8100 and 8300 and this phone has just as good reception but with much better battery life(i bought the extended size and it's great). This samsung also has one of the loudest earpieces I have head. You definitely won't have trouble hearing anybody, and the speakerphone is nice and loud and works great with the phone open or closed. I think if you make the switch you won't be disappointed. Hope this helps.