Internet

Using Verizon Wireless' cdma2000 1xRTT service, the V710 is able to transfer at ISDN-like speeds of up to 144 kbps while browsing or downloading. Short for single carrier (1x) radio transmission technology, cdma2000 1xRTT is a 3G wireless technology based on the CDMA platform. Motorola V710 users surf with the installed Openwave UP 6.2 web browser; rendering pages built upon WAP 2.0 - WML, xHTML Mobile (Extensible Hypertext Markup Language) and xHTML Basic markup languages.

Storage

Internal memory is dynamically shared among the V710's generous 10 MB of available storage. Free space is dependant upon the amount of images, audio, video, contacts, messages, and third party applications stored. But if internal memory isn't enough, the V710 has a TransFlash memory card slot to support external memory.

Connectivity

The Motorola V710 has Bluetooth capabilities. Being limited to 10 meters, the range prevents interference from devices belonging to other people nearby. Users can pair headsets and other devices, however if purchased from the Verizon network, file transfers are disabled. Users wishing to purchase a phone with better connectivity on Verizon will be hard pressed. It seems to be a common trend among Verizon phones to provide minimal transfer capabilities, while conveniently providing the Get It Now menu.

Conclusion

The Motorola V710 was announced to much anticipation. Fans nationwide drooled over initial specs of a 262K color screen, 1.2-megapixel camera, MP3 player, and Bluetooth connectivity. However, as with such high expectations, there were letdowns.

Being publicized as the first CDMA phone with Bluetooth, Verizon angered customers when it crippled the V710's Bluetooth file transfer function, resulting in a lawsuit being filed against it. Verizon, which undoubtedly make a nice profit from Get It Now, decided that Bluetooth would allow users to transfer their own content rather than purchasing it from them.

The 1.2-megapixel camera was lackluster in clarity and color; seemingly a reoccurring problem throughout the Motorola portfolio. In bright environments the clarity is acceptable, however in dim and low light conditions the flash does little to help; but it does makes a good flashlight.

Regardless, it's strengths are abundant as well; most notably the large and bright internal screen able to display an amazing 262K colors. Additionally, the large internal memory and TransFlash card slot ensure users can listen to hours of music on the MP3 player. And even though Bluetooth file transfer is disabled, users can still pair Bluetooth headsets and accessories to the V710. Overall, the Motorola V710 is still a good phone, with great features and a few minor flaws; surely becoming a top seller on the Verizon Network.

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