Connectivity
 With
Bluetooth 1.1 wireless technology, the VX8300 is able to connect with up
to 20 Bluetooth-compatible devices simultaneously within a 10 meter (30
feet) radius. Also compatible with a several popular Bluetooth profiles,
users can connect the VX8300 utilize a wide range of wireless functions:
- Headset Profile (HSP) supports popular Bluetooth headsets for wireless
communication, and probably the most commonly used profile
- Handsfree Profile (HFP) is commonly used with handsfree car kits, more
popular as more laws are being passed to ban the direct use of mobile phones
while driving
- Serial Port Profile (SPP) emulates a serial port, providing simple
integration for existing applications such as sending faxes
- Dial-Up Networking (DUN) Profile, perhaps the most popular, lets users
connect their laptops to go online over Bluetooth, most commonly accessed
from a laptop by dialing up on a cell phone, wirelessly
- Object Push Profile (OPP) gives consumers a convenient way to send
files, however it is limited to virtual business cards. OBEX (Object Exchange)
is crippled preventing users from transferring multimedia from a PC, however
consumers can use email as an alterative to load multimedia on the VX8300.
- Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) is a new profile that lets
music listeners enjoy music wirelessly through A2DP-compatible Bluetooth
headphones. Able to walk around and enjoy stereo sound without the constraints
of wires, the VX8300 is one of the newest devices to offer this exciting
technology.
The VX8300's Bluetooth offers more profiles than former Verizon Wireless
devices; however, crippling file transfers prevent users from transferring
multimedia from a PC.
Conclusion
The VX8300 is tough to pick apart. Having strengths in imaging, audio,
connectivity, and usability, LG improved what little problems the VX8100
had. Intuitive and stylish design, the Flash-based user interface, dedicated
music keys on the front panel, dual stereo speakers, and vivid dual color
LCDs make using the VX8300 quite enjoyable.
Features commonly found as highlights on other devices show up on the
VX8300. GPS navigation guides travelers to their destination, while EV-DO
lets customers connect online at high-speed data rates.
The integration of Verizon Wireless' services is wonderful as well. VCAST
Music and Video stores provide convenient access to video and music clips,
while the expansion card slot ensures the VX8300 always has more than enough
room. And the VX8300's A2DP Bluetooth technology is versatile, providing
excellent audio quality with the option to pause the music for incoming
calls.
If one were to pick at the VX8300, it would probably be its slow menu
and mediocre 1.3-megapixel camera. Not that it's bad by any means, it's
just not exceptional. But overall, the VX8300 is a technological marvel
for consumers who are looking for a well-rounded do-it-all device.
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