This Year's Wireless Must-Have Debuts At Verizon Wireless: The Motorola RAZR V3c

[Andy]

Just like announced...The RAZR for Verizon will be out on the 7th online and the 12th in stores. $199.99 after $100 MIR with 2 year contract.






This Year's Wireless Must-Have Debuts At Verizon Wireless: The V CAST-Enabled Motorola RAZR V3c
Motorola RAZRWIRE Bluetooth Eyewear Combines Convenience with the Ultimate in Cool



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Brenda Raney
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908-306-4834

Monica Rohleder
Motorola, Inc.
monica.rohleder@motorola.com
847-606-1973



12/05/2005


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BEDMINSTER, NJ and LIBERTYVILLE, IL — Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, and Verizon Wireless, the nation’s leading wireless service provider, today announced availability of the Motorola RAZR V3c. Verizon Wireless customers can purchase the Motorola RAZR V3c online at www.verizonwireless.com beginning December 7 and in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores starting on December 12.

In addition to the phone’s coveted ultra-thin design, the Motorola RAZR V3c comes equipped with Verizon Wireless’ V CAST multimedia service. V CAST from Verizon Wireless is the first true wireless broadband multimedia service in the country, allowing customers to view crystal clear video clips on demand. V CAST programming includes content from trusted news sources, the greatest sports and a huge variety of entertainment programs. V CAST runs on Verizon Wireless’ Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network - the largest high-speed wireless broadband network in the United States. The V CAST coverage area, which mirrors the Verizon Wireless EV-DO network, is available to more than 140 million Americans in 171 major metropolitan markets and is expanding coast to coast.

The Motorola RAZR V3c also offers certain profiles of Bluetooth® wireless technology, an office-quality speakerphone and up to 30 megabytes of embedded memory. Weighing in at a mere 3.49 ounces, the surprisingly slim Motorola RAZR V3c balances its productivity tools with a 1.3 megapixel digital camera, video record and playback and speech recognition capability. Other features of the RAZR V3c include:

Video/Camera
1.3 Megapixel Camera
30 MB user storage
2.2” 176 x 220 internal screen 65K TFT color display
1.0” 96 x 80 external 65K CSTN color display
Video Resolution: 176 x144
Camera Resolutions: 160 x 120, 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 1024
Self Timer: 5 or 10 seconds
Color Effects: Normal, Sepia, B&W, and Negative
Fun Frames for Photos
Mobile Media*
V CAST Service –stream and download video clips on the EV-DO network
Mobile Web 2.0SM
Get it Now® Capable
Mobile Instant Messaging (IM)
Picture and Video Messaging Service (MMS)
Two-Way TXT Messaging Service (SMS)
Data & Text
Up to 11 lines text
Up to 1000 phonebook entries to store all your contacts
Tools: Calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock and Voice Memo
Voice/Audio
Polyphonic ring tones, plus 5 VibraCall™ vibrating alerts and silent
Advanced Speech Recognition
Integrated speakerphone
General
Bluetooth – Capable: Supports the Headset and Hands-free Profiles. Does not support Bluetooth
OBEX Profiles.
Handset Insurance: Yes
5-way navigation key
GPS capable for E911 emergency location
TTY compatible
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3
Specifications
1.9 GHz CDMA PCS I 800 MHz CDMA
EV-DO Digital Only
Dimensions: 3.86 x 2.08 x 0.57 inches
Weight: 3.49 oz
Battery: 740 mAH Li-Ion
SAR: Ear-1.14 , Body-1.56
Usage Time: Up to 180 Minutes OR
Standby Time: Up to 200 Hours
RAZRWIRETM
For Verizon Wireless customers who want to take advantage of the RAZR V3c’s cutting edge features, the companies also announced today the availability of the RAZRWIRE – the world’s first eyewear to combine patented Oakley optics with Bluetooth wireless technology. With an embedded Motorola Bluetooth wireless headset into Oakley sunglasses, RAZRWIRE Bluetooth Eyewear lets active and style-conscious consumers experience hands-free, cable-free communications. RAZRWIRE will initially be available in three frame and lens color combi*na*tions, including Platinum/Gold Iridium, Pewter/Black Iridium and Mercury/Gray. Customers can purchase the RAZRWIRE online now and will be able to purchase it in select Verizon Wireless Communications Stores starting on December 12.

Availability
The Motorola RAZR V3c retails for $199.99 after $100 rebate and a two-year customer agreement. Verizon Wireless customers can purchase the Motorola RAZR V3c online December 7 at www.verizonwireless.com and in select Verizon Wireless Communications Stores nationwide starting on December 12. The RAZRWIRE retails for $295.00 and includes the sunglasses, Bluetooth module and a wall charging unit.

For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless owns and operates the nation’s most reliable wireless network, serving 49.3 million voice and data customers. Headquartered in Bedminster, NJ, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). Find more information on the Web at www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Motorola
Motorola pioneered mobile technology in the 1930s with car radios and public safety radio networks, the walkie-talkie in the 1940's and space-to earth communication for the Apollo program in the 1960s. In the 1980s, Motorola revolutionized personalized communications with the first commercial handheld cellular phone. Today, its new smart devices, networks, and software are making communications not just mobile, but seamless. Continuously redefining “the device formerly known as the cell phone,” Motorola also leads the industry in design, with award-winning products like the iconic RAZR. Motorola had sales of U.S. $31.3 billion in 2004. For more information, please visit www.motorola.com.

Note to Editors: Digital imagery of the Motorola RAZR V3c can be seen at: www.motorola.com/motoinfo. For free B-roll/video content on the Motorola RAZR V3c, please log onto www.thenewsmarket.com/motorola. You can receive broadcast-standard video digitally or by video.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Motorola, Inc. under license. © Motorola, Inc. 2005.

Certain mobile phone features may not be available throughout the entire network or their functionality may be limited. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

* Network dependent feature, not available in all areas. Airtime, data charges, and/or additional charges may apply.

[sillybilly]

I can't wait!! Even though the phone is over a year old, I still want it!! Merry X-Mas to me!!

[Andy]

I'd get it for one of my family line upgrades, but I hate the VZW UI.

[WiggyFife]

Originally Posted by Andy84094

I'd get it for one of my family line upgrades, but I hate the VZW UI.

So what your saying is that the menu on the RAZR would be just like the one that resides on my LG VX8100???

If so, that would be cool. I prefer that UI, rather than the one on the E815 I tried. I don't do anything fancy w/ my phones, so I wouldn't mind the VZW UI...

[Andy]

Originally Posted by WiggyFife

So what your saying is that the menu on the RAZR would be just like the one that resides on my LG VX8100???

If so, that would be cool. I prefer that UI, rather than the one on the E815 I tried. I don't do anything fancy w/ my phones, so I wouldn't mind the VZW UI...

Yes, every new Verizon phone that comes out from now on(other than the Nokia 63 or 65 whatever series...lol...sorry) will have the Verizon User Interface on it. I've played with the 8100 that has the UI on it and hate it. You can't customize anything and I don't like the way the menu is set up. I liked the original 8100's with the LG UI on it. The E815 has the standard Moto UI on it, and will continue to do so AFAIK.

[WiggyFife]

Originally Posted by Andy84094

Yes, every new Verizon phone that comes out from now on(other than the Nokia 63 or 65 whatever series...lol...sorry) will have the Verizon User Interface on it. I've played with the 8100 that has the UI on it and hate it. You can't customize anything and I don't like the way the menu is set up. I liked the original 8100's with the LG UI on it. The E815 has the standard Moto UI on it, and will continue to do so AFAIK.

Maybe tonight as I lay me down to slumber, I may start dreaming of a RAZR!!! Like I need a new toy!!!

[Andy]

Originally Posted by WiggyFife

Maybe tonight as I lay me down to slumber, I may start dreaming of a RAZR!!! Like I need a new toy!!!

My Dad wants one really bad. He's been complaining about his current phone(an Audiovox which is now a POS)... He doesn't do much on his phone other than talk a lot, so if it has good RF, we'll give it a try for him.

P.S. Just a few more hours...

[WiggyFife]

Originally Posted by Andy84094

My Dad wants one really bad. He's been complaining about his current phone(an Audiovox which is now a POS)... He doesn't do much on his phone other than talk a lot, so if it has good RF, we'll give it a try for him.

P.S. Just a few more hours...

*drooling & waiting impatiently*!!!

[rallykid]

I love Verizon but I am growing very tired of their crippled bluetooth and universal UI. Every carrier out there that offers a BT phone has not crippled the functionality, someday VZW's phones will catch up with their network.

[Rasputin]

It is up on the site, I have seen pictures of it side by side with the normal V3, and it looks to be less than a 1/4 inch thicker. Well it is about time, glad to know it actually came out the Xmas/holiday season. Now lets see some reviews.

[sillybilly]

People are reporting on HoFo that Circuit City will have the RAZR for sale on Dec. 11th. They will have the phone in their sunday ad and VZW will let them sell it a day early!!

[Andy]

If the sale is good, I might go upgrade one of my lines right then...but I'd rather have some reviews read before I do

[Critic]

Originally Posted by rallykid

I love Verizon but I am growing very tired of their crippled bluetooth and universal UI. Every carrier out there that offers a BT phone has not crippled the functionality, someday VZW's phones will catch up with their network.

Not so. T-Mobile has crippled BT on several of its phones, and you can bet that Cingular will do it too once they decide to agressively push their "MEdia Mall". It all comes down to the almighty dollar.

And while I'm not nuts about the standardized UI, that's another thing you can look for Cingular to ape eventually...especially if it cuts down on training costs and churn.

[twopiece]

Originally Posted by sillybilly

People are reporting on HoFo that Circuit City will have the RAZR for sale on Dec. 11th. They will have the phone in their sunday ad and VZW will let them sell it a day early!!

I won't be surprised if I see people camping out at CC the night before.

[macsesso]

I am very curious to find out if the reception on this phone with an internal antenna is as good as the 815 or 710 with external extendable antennas.

Only then would I consider getting one.

[WiggyFife]

Originally Posted by macsesso

I am very curious to find out if the reception on this phone with an internal antenna is as good as the 815 or 710 with external extendable antennas.

Only then would I consider getting one.

I'm really starting to rationalize getting one!!! I'm in trouble now!!!