AM/FM CD Receiver with Detachable Face

AM/FM CD Receiver with Detachable Face
Manufacturer: Phase Linear
Product Type: CE

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Product Description
Screaming for technology... Phase Linear provides a full line of MP3 single-din, double-din, and din-and-a-half receivers. Each unit is power packed with features and functionality rivaling pricey MP3 receivers at retail.PRODUCT FEATURES:160-Watts Peak Power;CD-R/RW compatible;Last position memory;Random/repeat/intro;High-speed audible track search;1-Bit D/A converter;24 station presets (18 FM/6AM);EQ- 3 Preset EQ settings;Electronic volume, bass, treble, balance, fader;Detachable face;Hard carry case;Positive Blue LCD;1-Pair Rear pre-amp output;1.5-Volt RMS RCA pre-amp output voltage.

Average customer rating: 3.5

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Motorola KRZR K1m Phone (Sprint)

Manufacturer: Sprint
Product Group: Wireless
Binding: Wireless Phone
ASIN: B000K9PZ7E
2006-11-01

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Amazon.com Product Description

Following in the footsteps of the revolutionary RAZR phone, the new ultra-sleek KRZR K1m introduces a new standard of stunning style and innovation. Powered by the Sprint Power Vision network, the KRZR K1m is a sharp and sophisticated handset for those who have an appreciation for cutting edge designs. In addition to great design, you get Bluetooth wireless technology, an integrated music player, a 1.3 megapixel camera, and support for MPEG4 video capture and playback. Sprint customers, your new phone has arrived.

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<small><b>The KRZR K1m's style is crazy-cool. See it in detail (requires Flash).</b> <small></td></tr></table> <b>Design</b>
Reflecting the design language of the super-slim RAZR line of handsets, the KRZR K1m exudes pure luxury with clean lines, precision detailing and premium materials shrouded within a distinctive metallic gloss front finish. A 1.9-inch color screen on the inside of the flip brings images and videos to life, while a small supplementary color display on the outside cover keeps tabs on your incoming call information and more. The 1.3 megapixel camera is housed above this display. Below the display, you'll find unique touch-sensitive music controls. The KRZR K1m features an internal antenna, so there's nothing to snag or break off, and a MicroSD slot adds ample storage space to store content. A mini USB port is provided for data synchronization.

<b>Calling Features</b>
From L.A. to Lisbon, the KRZR K1m connects you effortlessly with friends, family, and your favorite content. The phone supports voice activated dialing, as well as Bluetooth wireless headsets, so you can cut the wires and talk hands-free. Polyphonic ringtones are supported, and there's a speakerphone for those times when you want to talk while doing other things. Picture and ringer IDs allow you to set photos and ringtones to identify incoming callers.

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<small><b>Thin, light, and oh so powerful. The perfect successor to the legendary RAZR.</b> <small></td></tr></table> <b>Messaging, Internet and Tools</b>
Addicted to IM-ing your friends and coworkers? The KRZR K1m supports all the messaging tools you need, such as MMS, SMS, EMS, and IM messaging capabilities (Sprint Power Communication charges apply). iTap text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users. And because the KRZR K1m is fully compatible with the Sprint Power Vision Network, you can enjoy full-color video clips of live TV, including weather, sports, and entertainment clips from brands you know like CNN, FOX, The Weather Channel, and more (Sprint Power Vision charges apply).

The KRZR K1m ships with a number of handy tools including an alarm clock, a calculator, a calendar, and a voice recorder. It supports the Sync ML data synchronization standard over Bluetooth or USB.

<b>Imaging and Entertainment</b>
Fusing superior form with rich functionality, the KRZR K1m houses a host of premium multimedia features. The ultimate all-in one device for extraordinary imaging, the phone lets you capture your latest jaunt to Cape Town via the 1.0+ megapixel camera, or via video capture and playback capabilities.

Sprint's music store is another service that makes the KRZR K1m all the more desirable. Wirelessly download digital tracks instantly to your phone. Choose from hundreds of thousands of full-length songs from virtually every genre. Select songs directly from your wireless phone and listen to them wherever you go, even download them to your PC (Sprint Power Entertainment charges apply). You can even pause to take a call without missing a beat.

<b>Vital Statistics</b>
The Motorola KRZR K1m measures 4.0 x 1.70 x .60 inches and weighs 3.63 ounces. It operates on the CDMA 850/1900 frequencies. Battery life is rated at 4.17 hours of digital talk time and 440 hours of standby time. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews:

I can't keep my hands off of it!!!.......2007-05-25

I just got my first plan, being on a Pre-paid plan with Boost Mobile before this. Paying 20 bucks every 3 weeks was starting to bug me, and I was beyond paranoid about my minutes. So I decided to get the lowest plan at 30 bucks and get a new phone as well. I looked around and first decided on the Samsung M500, but it wasn't available in the store(I didn't want to put my SSN over the internet). So I went to Best Buy and saw that the KRZR was on sale for half price at 40 bucks. I heard about the lag etc, but decided to give this a try since I heard it was pretty popular. I am really glad that I did buy this phone!
Alright, on to the phone itself. Most importantly, the reception is really good on this phone. I almost always have a clear signal and always have a good quality receiving of calls. Listening to someone talk is always clear, but sometimes I do break up to others when I have 0 bars but still have connection. Overall reception is excellent (4.5 stars).
This phone doesn't look just hot, it is downright SEXY. Put this next to a RAZR and it definitely shows that it's made better, with the glass on the front and chrome body. The back is actually rubber, making the phone really comfortable in your hand. I didn't know this until I actually got the phone. I have never gotten so many compliments about my phone, a lot of people already know it by name yet it isn't very popular yet. The displays are amazing, with full color, and the blue touch screen music icons are pretty cool when you are using the mp3 function. More on that later.(5 Stars+)
The actual firmware on the phone is really cool. I love the way the menus are set up with the transparancy so that you see part of your wallpaper, it makes the menus look more modern. Like people have said, there is lag on this phone, but if you already have a Motorola then you should be used to it, as all of them have lag. NO its not like 2 seconds of lag, its a few milliseconds. The most lag I have is with pictures and the tab menu, but the tab menu can be changed to a list or grid, making it faster.
Construction wise the phone is very well made. The only complaint I have is the cheap usb door on it, since mine broke off on the first day. I can still put it back on, but I'm afraid I'll lose it. Other than that its very well made.(4.5 Stars)
The Mp3 Player and ringtones on this phone are awesome. This is probably going to replace my Toshiba Gigabeat since it's so easy to carry around. I ordered a 3.5mm adapter for the phone, but so far the speaker is really good quality for listening to ringtones, mp3's etc. It get's really loud and is better quality than the RAZR, which is really cool. You can do what I did and get a 1 gb Micro SD card(up to 2) for like 10 bucks and store a little more than 16.5 hrs of music on it, close to 500 songs at 64 bitrate. Also, you can get a data cable for a small fee and Motorola Phone Tools to get free Ringtones and convert video for your phone.(5 Stars)
The camera is pretty cool for the KRZR. The quality isn't amazing, but it is really good for the small lense it has. I took a pic of myself and edited it a little with Paint Shop Pro Photo and it looks like it was taken from a camera. Overall verry good (4 Stars)
I love the BlueTooth capability of this phone. It was nice and easy to set up my headset. All I did was click and hold my Jabra headset until the light turned solid blue, then searched for handsfree on the device. Voila! The headset works! This is an exceptional feature and I highly recommend it for anyone that needs handsfree while driving.(5 Stars+)
I don't have Sprint PowerVision so I don't know how good those features are. The game demo's are sub par, as you get like 2 minutes with each of them, and I don't want to spend the money on buying a new game. Same goes for texting, since I didn't sign up for that either.
Overall, I love this phone! I really can't keep my hands off of it, with its sexy styling, good reception, and good features such as camera and mp3 player with touch screen. The lag doesn't bother me too much, and I bet you'll get used to it, and with the right software this phone is really customizable. Buy a Blue Tooth headset and a memory card and you've got the ultimate phone, complete with mp3 and handsfree communication. Lets recap shall we?

Pros
-Downright SEXY styling-will most definitely grab others' attention
-Very good reception, except for areas of no bars (which seldom occurs)
-Comfortable to use with the rubber on the back
-Mp3 Function will probably replace my 10 GB Gigabeat
-Camera convenient unless you need perfect quality prints
-Good firmware, love the functions
-MicroSD and BlueTooth a good addition to an already amazing phone
-Amazing display, looks sharp
-Good quality construction, looks better made than current RAZR

Cons
-Little bit of lag, but easy to get used to
-Flimsy USB door, gotta watch out not to break it off
-Wierd place for MicroSD, under battery door, hard to open etc.
-Game demos a joke-only 2 min. of trial. Games too expensive
-Waste of money to pay for ringtones etc. from Sprint.

As you can see, my Pro's most definitely outweigh my cons, and my cons are not substantial. A few firmware upgrades can probably solve some of the lag, and the other things aren't too much of a pain. I would recommend this phone to ANYBODY that wants more than just a plain phone and is looking for something exciting and cool. If you don't like it, you do have 30 days to cancel without penalty, according to Sprint. So give it a try! What's there to lose?

*EDIT* I just got my headphone adapter and the Audio quality is amazing! It is as good if not better than my Toshiba Gigabeat, which is really saying something since its from a phone. I strongly suggest you pay the extra 5-10 bucks to buy this add-on.

Regret that I bought this phone.......2007-03-08

First of all I didn't buy this phone from Amazon.
I bought it at Christmas and have had nothing but problems with it. Sprint has been NO help. I have wasted hours on the phone with customer service and have been to three Sprint Repair Centers. One was going to charge me $35.00 just to look at the phone. This phone is 2 1/2 months old and it was an expensive purchase.
There is a serious problem with lag with this phone. You don't see any numbers on the screen until what seems like seconds after you press each number key. It is so frustrating.
Text messaging is a joke. I used to have fun txt messaging. Not anymore. The default of multi-tap will switch to something else after 2 or three entered messages and there is no switching it back to multi-tap. I have to shut down the phone and restart to get it to switch to multi-tap.
I can't wait to get rid of it. I am so thoroughly disappointed with Sprint but I'm stuck in a 2 yr plan now. I wish I had bought the Treo.
Don't make the same mistake I made.

Buy it for the looks..........2007-02-20

The only thing that this phone has going for it is the looks...it is VERY stylish and i get complimented on it every time i use it.

I bought this phone directly from sprint and it has been a complete nightmare!

First of all the phone is rediulously slow as far as when i dial numbers i am on the fourth or fifth one before they come across the screen. Also, when i press any button the response is maybe three or four seconds and i am talking 1-one thousand 2- one thousand...

Second, i was playing a game on the phone and the circular plastic piece in the enter of the navigational keypad came off on my thumb as if it was glued on with elmer's...
and i am not rough with phones. i don't know if it was the sprint version or motorola, but i am ready to throw this phone against the wall, but since i am so vain i give it 2 stars just for the looks. but i am getting rid of it because looks ain't everything.

An Actual Sprint Tech Support Agent.......2007-01-12

Well being a Sprint Tech Support Rep, I have become with all the familiar phones that Sprint has to offer. I am not going to be biased, just straight forward.

PROS
1. It can hold a 2GB micro SD card.
2. You can get telenav services, for ten bucks a month, its GPS thats reliable and re-routes you if you miss your turn.
3. Powervision capable. Speeds of max of 2 MEGS, but average of 400-700 KBPS.
4. Its sexy, attention getter, and stylish

CONS
1. The slot for the memory card is in a horrible position. When I transfer music files, I like it stick the memory card in the adapter b/c the tranfer rate is fater than through USB.
2. The music controls on the front are kind of sluggish.

Other then that, its a good solid phone. It can basically do the same things as the RAZR, phone as a modem and you can watch live tv, but its just smaller.

Does it get any better than this.......2006-12-15

The Motorola RAZR got an extreme makeover in order to reveal this must have mobile phone/fashion gadget.

This phone is perefected in such a way that all the little things that I didn't like about RAZR where taken care of.

PROS:
1. Of course it is the most stylistic phone that I have seen so far.
2. Call quality is very good.
3. Broswer is very practical and usable.
4. Playing music using the touch controls on the flip is very practical and serves like an mp3 player.
5. What I like very much is that I accidentally dropped this phone two times and to my surprise it with stood the fall both the times. I actually was very surprised that it only made very minor scratches which are barely visible. This actually proved that the material is of very good quality.

CONS:
1. The games provided (demo version) times out almost immediately. This defeats the whole purpose of experiencing the game before actually purchasing the full version.
2. The front plate requires cleaning on daily basis as it catches finger prints very easily.

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