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View Best Sellers   Release Date: Q3 2006 Released For: Sprint Verizon Wireless The Motorola KRZR K1m meets and surpasses the RAZR standard for slimness, with more than a centimeter shaved off its width. Showcasing a multi-dimensional, metallic gloss finish for visual depth, the KRZR K1m exhibits subtle elegance through magnesium, polished chrome and hardened glass. The solid piece of glass on the front of the phone - a technological first for a large volume mobile - results in a high-gloss luster balancing the velvet-like soft touch finish on the back. Offering an integrated music players and expandable memory up to 1 GB, the KRZR K1m's beats to a slightly different drum boasting touch-sensitive music controls, advanced EV-DO data services and location-based services capabilities... [Continue reading Motorola KRZR K1m Review]

• Iconic ultra-thin clamshell form factor with precision detailing and premium materials within a distinctive metallic gloss front finish
• Built-in 1.3-megapixel digital camera with video capture and playback (H.263 / MPEG4)
• Convenient and innovative touch sensor music controls on the exterior to access music-on-demand services and the enhanced music player for music listening on-the-go
• Integrated GPS navigation for turn-by-turn functionality
• Bluetooth Class 2 technology, Over-the-Air Synchronization (OTA), and Mobile Phone Tools for wireless convenience
• EV-DO technology for high-speed data transmission with WAP 2.0 compliant browser
• Expandable memory up to 1 GB through optional microSD cards

Technical Specifications
Network:	CDMA 800 / 1900
Form Factor:	Clamshell
Dimensions:	103 x 44 x 17 mm
Weight:	102 g
Antenna:	Internal
Navigation:	5-Way Keypad
Battery Type:	Li-Ion
Talk Time:	4.00
Standby Time:
Memory:	25.0 MB
Expandable Memory:	microSD / TransFlash
Imaging
Main Screen:	65000 colors (TFT) 176 x 220 px
External Screen:	65000 colors (STN) 96 x 80 px
Camera:	1.3 MP / Zoom / Video Recorder
Audio
MP3 Player:	MP3 / AAC / AAC+ / eAAC+
FM Radio:
Speakerphone:
Push-To-Talk:
Multimedia
Wallpapers:	176 x 220 px
Screen Savers:	176 x 220 px
Ring Tones:	MP3
Themes:
Games:	J2ME / BREW
Streaming Multimedia:	Sprint TV / VCAST
Messaging
SMS:
EMS:
MMS:
Email:
Chat:
Predictive Text:	iTAP
Applications
Phonebook Capacity:
Calendar:
To-Do List:
WAP:	2.0
Voice Commands:
Calculator:
Connectivity
Bluetooth:	Class 2
Infrared Port:
High-Speed Data:	cdma2000 1xEV-DO
Wi-Fi:
GPS:	VZ Navigator
PC Sync:
More Information
Website:	Motorola KRZR K1m Website
Discussion:	Motorola Forum

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KRZR K1M Vs RAZR V3M (Verizon)

I went for the KRZR when my NE2 time came and finally wound up swapping it for the RAZR. I found relatively few direct comparisons of the two available, so here's mine. Topics are in no particular order; I'm sure each user will have his own priority among them. I realize that some of these issues can be addressed by various fiddling with seem edits, flashes, etc, but this is based on the stock phones. I have no interest in playing music, using funny ringtones, or custom wallpapers so I have no idea how the two compare on those issues.

Looks: KRZR wins hands down. It is so cool looking that people were asking to see it every time I went to make a call. RAZR isn't ugly by any means, but there is a difference. The only problem with the KRZR's looks is that you have to wipe off the fingerprints about every 15 seconds if you want it keep looking nice.

Belt clip: Both phones go into the optional belt clip screen in (safer that way) and the clips work fine. I mention this not because there is a difference but because I never see them mentioned. RAZR also fits screen out with standard battery, but this is probably not a good idea.

Build quality: No edge here that I could see. Both seem very well built, with everything tight, strong components, etc. I didn't drop the KRZR so I can't say how tough the glass front is. I doubt the little door over the USB port on the KRZR will last very long but since the RAZR doesn't have one to start with this probably doesn't matter much. I liked the slight rubber feel to the KRZR

Battery life: KRZR seems to win here. I had some issues with getting the battery charged properly, but once they were settled the battery lasted for a few days of normal use. RAZR is good for maybe two full days with tandard battery but since I charge every night (see below) there is no real difference to me. RAZR is so thin that even with an extended battery it still fits the belt clip and is easy to hold. The KRZR is a little thicker, but you could use extended battery there too if necessary.

Ring/vibrate: Both were fine; any comment you've heard about "weak vibrate" is just silly. If you wear the phones in the belt clip, vibrate will get your attention. I prefer that only I know my phone is ringing; why tell the world? Big edge here to the RAZR though; it switches to ring automatically when you put it on charger and it is set to vibrate. I have mine on vibrate when I'm wearing it; when I'm not wearing it, it's on the charger. The automatic switch is exactly what I want. You can also change styles on the RAZR with the flip closed but not so on the KRZR. I can't imagine why somebody thought it was a good idea to remove that feature.

Keyboard: No question here, the RAZR wins. The keyboard on the KRZR is beautiful; it is also so shiny and low contrast that it is impossible to see under most lighting conditions. It's OK in the dark with the backlight on but in the sunlight it's like holding one of those rescue signal mirrors and aiming it into your eyes. The RAZR keyboard has nice feel and very good contrast in both light and dark. I can use the RAZR keyboard with one hand but not the KRZR because of the narrower body.

Screen: RAZR is bigger, KRZR is a little cleaner looking. KRZR also has backlight adjustment which is nice. Slight edge here to the RAZR for me but most people would find both completely acceptable.

Options: KRZR is much easier to customize; you can set shortcuts for all the arrow keys for example. There is also a "blank" wallpaper which is missing on the RAZR. KRZR wins here.

Voice command: KRZR is better at it. It has more commands and it recognizes them better. Using voice dialing by name, the KRZR usually got it right. I found myself arguing with the RAZR, saying "No, you stupid &#^$%#$, CRAIG not KRIS". I have now learned to "talk like a RAZR" and we understand each other better. With both phones, it's a good idea to think about how names sound before you enter them into the phonebook. If you enjoy being able to ask your phone what time it is, get the KRZR; it has many more voice commands.

Speakerphone: As soon as I turned the speakerphone on the KRZR on, the person at the other end would say "what happened, it sounds terrible". Apparently the location of the speakers on the KRZR is such that they feed back into the microphone. With the RAZR nobody notices when I turn on the speaker. The speaker is louder on the KRZR, which is maybe why the problem, but the RAZR is loud enough.

For me, the deciding factors were (in order) keyboard, speakerphone, ring/vibrate control. I had serious second thoughts on the way to the Verizon store but when I handed the KRZR to the CS rep at the store and she said, "How are you supposed to see this keyboard?" I felt somewhat better.

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Verizon KRZR KM1

I've had this phone for about a week now and I am still torn between keeping or returning it. If it weren't for how beautifully this phone is designed I would have returned it days ago. It looks and feels like a very expensive phone (worthy of it's $350.00 retail price tag) on the outside and is the perfect size for those who like to keep their cellphone in their shirt or pants pocket. The only downside to the KRZR design is that the key pad may feel a little cramp but I think it's a fair trade-off if you want something this compact. The main problem I have with the Verizon KRZR Km1 is the horribly limited and dated Verizon user interface. It looks exactly the same as the one on my 2+ year old LG-VX7000 that it is replacing! Also, although they look the same, the interface on my LG feels much quicker than the one on the new KRZR. I don't know if it is just the phone I bought but sometimes it would take between 1-2 seconds for the menu to pop-up after pressing an arrow key. It would have been nice to have a new user interface to match this beautiful new phone but I guess you can't have everything. (especially with Verizon)

to summarize.

Pro's
1) Beautiful new expensive looking design
2) Excellent build quality (feels 100x more durable than razr)
3) Excellent phone quality
4) MP3 player + ability to download MP3's from your PC

Con's
1) Dated Verizon User Interface
2) Very limited customization options
3) You can't use MP3's as ringtones
4) You can't use your own videos as screensavers
5) 1.3 megapixel camera is painfully slow and takes 0.3 megapixel
quality pictures compared to 2+ year old LG-VX7000
6) No quick alarm for my naps!

I am very interested in seeing what kind of software other carriers have on their KRZR because Verizon ruined this phone.

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Moto KRZR K1m

Don't buy it! I have had mine for 3 months and I already have 2 cracks down the center of the face plate. I haven't dropped it or damaged it in any way. I have also come across 2 other people with the exact same cracks in their KRZR. When I took it into the Verizon store they told me that my warranty doesn't cover cosmetic problems, only phone defects and it would cost $50 to replace the face plate. Also, I was told that the insurance I have would still cost me $50 for the deductible. What a rip-off! Also, the constant finger prints on the face plate are driving me nuts!

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Motorola KRZR K1m

It appears that Motorola has not put the KRZR Km1 on line for mp3 playing and bluetooth. The Km1 is not profiled for streaming music to the much touted Bluetooth S9 stereo headset and motorola does not appear to be offering any quality solutions. I did order an SYN1301B stereo headset ($9) and it did not work. The market appears to be dumping this headset with no alternatives. Any news from Motorola on bluetooth stereo headsets for the KRZR Km1; the call on button to the headset is a feature requirement.

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Moto KRZR

I have had this phone for a couple of months and I feel that it is a total waste of money. Blue tooth is so poor that I have to hold the phone in my hand near the headset to use BT. The features are difficult to navigate to and the signal reception is less than with other phones I've used. Battery life is very poor.

Pros: Great style, light and pretty. Speaker is loud and the display is bright.

Cons: Bluetooth, battery, reception, dependability, UI

My opinion: Don't spend the money!

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