Internet
The Dare connects to the Internet via high-speed 3G technology. An improvement
over Verizon's EV-DO Rev. 0 technology (with speeds of up to 2.4 Mbit/s),
the Dare runs on the upgraded EV-DO Rev. A technology for broadband speeds
to up to 3.1 Mbit/s.
Storage
The Dare comes with an ample 148.0 MB of internal memory. But should
users need more, a microSD / microSDHC slot accepts memory cards up to 8GB
in size, located on the left edge.
Connectivity
Between Bluetooth, USB, and the Internet, the Dare should be able to
connect to almost anything the user needs it to connect to.
It offers Bluetooth 2.1 with profile support of A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile) to listen to music on Bluetooth stereo headphones,
BPP (Basic Printing Profile) to directly print to Blueooth printers, DUN
(Dial-Up Networking) to use the Dare as a laptop modem, HFP (Hands-Free
Profile) for Bluetooth carkits, HID (Human Interface Device) for devices
such as mice, joysticks and keyboards, HSP (Headset Profile) for wireless
conversations via Bluetooth headsets, and OPP (Object Push Profile) to transfer
files between devices.
To the layperson, this means easy connection to peripherals to communicate
and transfer multimedia files.
It can also be connected to other devices via a physical USB cable, one
of which is included in the box with the phone.
Conclusion
The touch screen takes a little getting used to. With a high-end 3.2-megapixel
camera, multimedia capabilities, and other standard features of today's
high-end products, the LG Dare bursts onto the scene as a state-of-the-art
addition to the world of cell phone technology. Its the Dare's sleek-looking
touch screen design that truly brings it to the forefront of the mobile
pack.
Since both the LG Dare and Apple iPhone share touch screen technology,
users may be unsure which to purchase. The answer depends on the user's
taste. Other than the touch screen and general shape, the two phones are
actually not too similar. The first issue is network: the Dare is on Verizon,
and the iPhone is on AT&T. Users with a strong preference for one network
or the other already have their answer.
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The Dare excels over the iPhone in terms of user-generated visual media.
Both video recording and MMS are offered on the Dare but not on the iPhone.
Also, at 3.2-megapixels, the Dare's camera tops the iPhone's 2.0-megapixel
offering. The Dare is the obvious choice for users whose biggest priorities
are recording pictures / video, and sharing them with friends and colleagues
via text messaging. The iPhone, on the other hand, fares better than the
Dare in terms of internet connectivity and applications.
Undoubtedly, comparisons with the Apple iPhone 3G will be made. And while
the refinement nor the brand-recognition is there, the Dare offers a solid
entry into the playing field of high-end cell phone technology.
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