Amazing phone...dropped it so many times nothing happens to it.... love the touch screen, and the middle sub screen and the wheel! SIIIICCKKKK PHONE!!!and i ABSOLUTELY LOVEEEEEEE the fm transmitter...one of the reasons i wont switch this phone...i have had it for a year and a half now.
The good: Runs Android - great OS. Finally got 2.1 upgrade (although buggy).<p/>The bad: Sloooowwwwwww. Pocket dials everyone all the time. Difficult to use as a phone.<p/>Summary: Remember when you could call people on your mobile phone? I miss those days. Eris is so doggy slow the phone app delays picking up, or keyboard is delayed when entering conference line codes or deleting VMs. Without a doubt, Verizon has turned a wonderful OS environment into the worst mobile phone experience I've had to date - even worse than the Blackberry Storm (OK, maybe not quite that bad). I'm considering resurrecting my old razor so I can do my job again.
The good: The size and shape of the KIN One is awesome, it fits perfectly in my hand or pocket. Decent battery life, very easy texting because of the lovely spaces between the keys. <p/>The bad: As far as I am concerned, there is limited info on how to work it.I needed to forward an extrememly important text this week and could not find a "how-to" answer anywhere. I am STILL trying to figure out how to forward a text. Other REAL bummer,no back-up so I have to re-input all of my contacts. <p/>Summary: Overall, I really like this phone. I can hear well, it's compact, easier to text and I can easily flip over to FB. It has just been a slow process learning the phone, and maybe that is because, as my 12 year old daughter says the phone was meant for people in their "20's", not 48 year old mothers. :). I am still searching for the forwarding solution so if anyone knows??? Thanks and happy phone shopping.
The good: Great Customer Service<br>Great Coverage even in buildings<br>Easy to Read Bills<br>A lot of choices<p/>The bad: Stuff isn't always done when they say they will<br>Service isn't always great<p/>Summary: I have had Cingular for about 6 years and AT&T for the last 2, as they bought out Cingular. The only real issues I have had, and they can be quite challenging, is that 1) sometimes I don't get a voicemail for a few days after someone left it. All the sudden my phone will ring that I have a message and it will be from days ago. Not working out so well in the job arena. 2) When I called to have options blocked on my son's phone, it wasn't done. This created havoc this month as someone stole his cell phone and used it like it was going out of style. In less than four days, over $400 racked up in charges. Since we thought everything but making phone calls was blocked, this was insane for us.<br><br>Great customer service!!! Even though we didn't report it stolen right away (we thought he must've misplaced it...he is a 12 yo kid), they refunded every penny the other kid charged up! They sat with me on the phone for over 2 hours, going over it line by line and crediting back for every 3rd party purchase/download. It was a lot of time I didn't really have, but the lady, Lisa Goss, was absolutely amazing...patient and very, very nice. I was mad...you can't imagine how mad...and she was just great. Their customer service is usually really good anyway though. I think that is why we stick with them even with the other stuff. You just can't find good customer service anymore. <br><br>I hate the rates, but have shopped around and they are pretty comparable. They have new plans for family talk out that are making my life much more simple...and that is always a plus.
The good: This phone is very consistant with the pros and cons. Good for talk<p/>The bad: I agree with all of the other cons I have read but recently the people I call say that I sound far away and I have to yell into the phone for them to hear me. I use to make fun of those people but now I'm just embarassed.<p/>Summary: I never did like this phone, and now that I can't really talk on it I think it is junk. Anyone know what I can do to maybe fix my problem? Any answers would be appreciated.
The good: BIG keyboard, Big touchscreen, Mobile TV, Full HTML Browser, Does not require data plan, strong/tough.<p/>The bad: UGLY, HUGE, Not a big fan of the gray with titanium trim, touchscreen could be better, space bar is wierd.<p/>Summary: I would definitely recommend this phone if you dont mind a HUGE phone. The phone just looks big and feels big. Great messaging phone with decent touchscreen and outstanding keyboard.
The good: -Great price<br>-Just the amount of minutes needed<p/>The bad: -Limited phones<p/>Summary: I wanted to have a way to contact my 15 year old daughter without spending much money. At first, I was just going to add her to my current cell phone plan, but realized I would end up spending a lot of money on something she didn't even need. All she needed was a way to pick up her phone to call me and say "I'm ready for you to pick me up" and the such...so I went online to do research and found Net10...I KNEW this would work out perfectly...and it has. I am paying as I go...and saving a tremendous amount of money. $0.10 per minute is the best thing that could have ever happened to me.
The good: great plan cheaper than the big guys.<p/>The bad: did not work in Podunk TN.. lol<p/>Summary: All in all i love boost. and at the time you called the rant probably wasnt available. However the rant is a diferent type of phone it does not take sim cards. kinda like the new blackberry does not use them either. however you can use ANY used, new, or refurbished boost or nextel phone with the boost service. I am currently using a blackberry 1700I with my boost service... my wife has the rant and our old phones were the clutch... all pretty good phones and service..<br>
The good: Cheap rates, cheap international/long distance, no contracts, no extra fees, easy to reactivate/add minutes<p/>The bad: No international roaming, not the BEST phones<p/>Summary: Tracfone's service is not one to be disappointed about. Local call quality is good and international calling is just as clear, tower's are great. I don't talk all day and so rates are affordable and make sense. I like my phone but other users might find them simple and may be caught up with the smartphone fad. You can't roam but you can call internationally to over 100 countries and you can enjoy the same flat, low-per minute rate.
The good: american call centers if theirs a problem atlest for me they will fix it and offer me a bill credit great service tookem to texas florda and had great service everyware plus discounts for just about anything their everything plans are awsome<p/>The bad: limited phone selection (but it is growing)need to get online or retail in sprint store employes are jerks <p/>Summary: ive had the big four and of them ill take sprint.<br>att price gowgers<br>tmo charges that even they couldnt explain<br>verizon sucked my phones fetures away blocking this and that
The good: Great Service<br>Helpful Staff<p/>The bad: Not available if you live in Greensboro<p/>Summary: We've had US Cellular for years in southeastern NC. Our experience is 100% positive. The only bad thing I could say is sometimes the place is so crowded we have to wait, but they keep training more agents, who are friendly and helpful. They suggest ways we could save money--ask about their "Partners" program. If your employer uses USC you can get a discount on your personal account. The repair department has helped me out several times.<br> The coverage all over NC is great. I used to work parttime in Greensboro where my co-workers had Sprint and Verizon, which had local towers. Our office was on an interior hallway where neither of their phones would ring. Despite USC having to use another company's towers, people would call me to reach them.<br> Our travels happen in the area bounded by Ohio, New Hampshire and Florida and our service has been great all over. I can't speak for other areas, except for the ski slopes of Colorado, where reception was also great.
The good: Keyboard is nice, text messaging is decent, good web browser, lots of features<p/>The bad: kinda bulky, memory is not the best, not easy to work with, takes a while to process<p/>Summary: This phone is good for those of you who like multimedia phones and love a lot of features. It has mail, an excellent web browser, shortcuts, lots of menu styles, and it has great potential to be an excellent smartphone. But if you're a text message guru, be sure you delete messages often. I text a lot, and several times a reminder popped up telling me my memory was almost full because of text messages (it wasn't even that many messages) and it took 45 minutes to delete all of them. Overall, there are better smartphones out there, but this is not a bad choice.
The good: great texting, QWERTY keyboard, virtual keyboard, nice camera, good service, easy to use<p/>The bad: randomly resets all settings, turns off randomly with one touch, touch screen blacks out, freezes during browser<p/>Summary: The phone is great for multimedia-loving people, and people who get tired of the same thing after a while. Several different ways to text, which is a plus for those who become bored easily. Fun phone overall; many applications and useful tools. Camera takes awesome pictures and messaging is easy and enjoyable. Making calls is easy. Phone will turn off for no reason and reset all settings. With one touch of a button, the phone will black out. Battery life is decent. Overall it's an okay phone.
The good: Great savings, good quality, Innovation in market, No contracts, money saving, no nonsense<p/>The bad: CS really is a hassle, but are not seriously worth stressing over<p/>Summary: I will never use a contract again. I use net10 because you get what you pay for, Its up front, its value. You know exactly what you?re getting for your money. The minutes are cheap, the text are cheaper, net is just as good as anyone.
The good: Clear pricing and no hidden costs<p/>The bad: Limited to their phone selection<p/>Summary: In the few months I've been with Net10 I've grown to really like their service. I know exactly what I'm paying for, how many minutes and texts I have left at any stage and how long they'll last for. As someone who hates all the hidden costs and service fees from banks and cell phone providers, this is a revelation to me. I haven't come up against their spotty customer service, but with the cost savings they offer I can understand if they're cutting corners somewhere. As long as they keep offering me the same rates and coverage, I'll keep using them happily.
The good: Very courteous service. Prompt responses to billing or connection issues. Almost 100% continuous service ( except through the Rocky Mountains ). We drove from Chicago to Vegas; I55 to I44 to I40 to I95, and broke down 16 miles west of Santa Rosa N.M. The whole trip my friend and I had our phones on the console to see whose phone would loose signal first and it was hers. The only time I lost signal was through parts of the Rocky Mtns. Sturdy phones that can take the accidental abuse of daily lif<p/>The bad: Sometimes it's hard to find a store outside of the large metro areas. Website a little confusing.<p/>Summary: I was originally with Primeco starting in 1995 and did not switch when US Cellular took over due to the fact that my contract would be grandfathered in. I have been more than happy with their service and prices. I have no incoming charges, nights for me stayed the same from Primeco free after 7pm, 1000 prime min. free. Free incoming texts. I do not see a need for those "smart" phones since I have a nav system and a 10 disc sirus system in my vehicles, a PS3 at home, laptop and desktop computers at home and work just like everyone else. if you have to have a smart phone you are either a teenager or you are in dire need of a secretary.
The good: T9 text messaging, can operate as a FRS radio (aka DirectTalk mode), stores contacts on SIM (makes migrating away easier!)<p/>The bad: iDEN, J2ME, locked to Nextel, small screen, doesn't use USB for data cable or charging, accessories are expensive, super-limited memory for SMS/text storage, no bluetooth option, GPS is spotty<p/>Summary: My first i560 was fantastic. Bought it in 2005. It was solid and reliable and never gave me trouble.<br><br>Then I lost it in 2007. Every replacement I've gotten has been progressively worse ever since. The cable in the flip has gone bad twice, the battery itself had such poor contact that my phone kept resetting. It will only store 100 text messages at any given time. <br><br>The belt clip for it is great when it's new, but it breaks VERY easily, which was what lead me to lose my first (and best) incarnation of this phone in a mall parking lot.<br><br>Basically, in today's market, this phone is remarkably basic, and it doesn't even do that as well as I'd like. (SexTel merger aside, the voice quality isn't great on this phone.)
The good: In General for this area - Best coverage. Friendly customer service that wants to help you. Now has the biggest 3G network in Northern New England. Free incoming calls. 30 day guarantee. Free battery swaps. Free overage protection (alerts to let yo know when you go over) Androids are coming July 2nd (The HTC Desire looks amazing, feels like iphone). HAS NATION WIDE PLANS COMPARABLE TO AT&T and better than VORIZEN. <p/>The bad: Doesn't get the newest phones fast enough. Agent locations do not always provide the same customer service that retail/corporate locations do (sorry, having worked as both I can now say that.) 3G doesn't work or work as well outside of regional areas as of now. <p/>Summary: If you live in the regional or "wide" area that US Cellular covers you are in great shape with this company. After a year and a half of selling their product I can tell you that they are not full of $H%# when they say "we believe in something better". That being said, there are always going to be people that aren't as helpful as others. So call back and speak to another representative or try going to a retail/corporate store. The company as a whole does try to the right thing for their customers, I assure you.
The good: Inexpensive, has voice mail when I am offline, has always worked. My main reason for a cellphone is emergencies. Much of the time it is turned off. <br><p/>The bad: CSRs difficult to understand due to non-english native and connection to Belize is faint. Recent contact with them has been positive though you need patience. Entering two sets of 16 digit numbers into code entry can be tiring:) Tracfone is not for the faint of heart or impatient. Jitterbug might be a better choice for non-technical seniors. <p/>Summary: Main problem was that my Motorola 120C stopped receiving calls in May 2010, probably because of changes in cell phone standards. Neither internet instructions (I turned the phone into a really inert brick) nor the TF CSR could reactivate it. I was advised i needed a new phone. Radio Shack dealer confirmed that. I bought a new Samsung 301G (from Walmart) and thru CSR was able to activate it and recover much of my unused time from the old phone. As a phone it is fine. The other features are much too convoluted. I tried 'browser' wasted units with it. That's why we have computers folks. Lack of a good manual for the phone is a hinderance. It needs a good menu tree documentation. As a senior i have a short-term memory problem;essential for following these things. Some features of the phone may be unusable. I got voice mail working. I don't text; no reason to. <br><br>The camera works, but it would be nice if there would be a way to send the pictures to my E-mail address. Maybe there is, but with the murky documentation hard to determine. <br><br>I have always bought the year card. That comes out to about $9.00 a month.
The good: Reliable, Cheap, Honest, Innovative<p/>The bad: Not the worlds fastest CS<p/>Summary: have used net10 for about 3 years now and think it will take a world war for me to change. I have come to rely on net10 as a small to medium business owner. We are a small transport company and have a few drivers. Net10 really is the greatest thing. It cuts our operational costs by about 80% in the communications department due to driver abuse of phones.
