Messaging
Featuring messaging standards commonplace among all devices today, the
VX8300 can send text through SMS (Short Messaging Service), position layouts
with EMS (Enhanced Messaging Service), and attach photos, voice clips, or
recorded videos through MMS (Multimedia Message Service).
Using T9 predictive text, consumers can type easier as the VX8300 predicts
words by using combinations of the English language.
Offered by Verizon Wireless, Mobile IM supports the most popular instant
messaging platforms to allow customers to access AOL Instant Messenger (AIM),
MSN Messenger, and Yahoo! Messenger platforms in real-time. Preinstalled
on the VX8300, users can keep in touch with friends and family on the road.
Data charges may apply.
Entertainment
Including PIM (Personal Information Management) applications commonly
found on cell phones, the VX8300 comes with an Alarm Clock, Calculator,
Calendar with Scheduler, EZ Tip Calc, Notepad, Voice Memo, and World Clock.
Users can also issue voice commands through the VX8300's Advanced Voice
Recognition (AVR) technology. After initial training, the VX8300 recognizes
commands with just the sound of the voice.
Saying "Call (Name or Number)" or "Send Message To (Name or Number)"
lets users communicate without lifting a finger, while other features include
"Go To (Program)" to display the command menu and a list of options, "Check
(Item) to see frequently accessed items such as Phone Status, Voicemail,
and Missed Calls, "Lookup (Name)" to search through contacts, and "My Account"
to access Verizon Wireless account information.
Fairly intuitive to use, the VX8300 offers a more robust voice recognition
system than typically found to lets users access more functions.
Through the VX8300's Simultaneous GPS (Global Positioning System) function,
road warriors will never need to ask for directions again. Integrated with
Verizon Wireless' new VZ Navigator service, the VX8300 offers real-time
instructions to locate and direct users to their destinations. Providing
Location Based Services (LBS) options including maps and turn-by-turn navigation
with written and audible voice directions, the VX8300 locates any address
in the U.S., pointing lost customers towards nearly landmarks, gas stations,
banks, ATMs, and more - over fourteen million points nationwide.
Accessible after a subscription fee, extensive travelers can get VZ Navigator
for $9.99 for unlimited monthly access, or the occasional tourist can use
it for $2.99 per day.
Downloadable Java-based applications can also be installed through BREW
(Binary Runtime Environment for Wireless), a common platform for mobile
devices. With abundant software for business users and gamers alike, consumers
can find mobile versions of popular PC applications and video games reminiscent
of 90s console games. Most cost a fee, some or free.
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