LG Decoy (Verizon Wireless)
The LG Decoy is an excellent phone on its own, but the addition of a built-in Bluetooth headset puts it over the top.
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CNET Review
The Good: The LG Decoy comes with a built-in Bluetooth headset that stows away in the back of the phone. It has nice tactile keys, an easy-to-use interface, and features include a 2-megapixel camera, EV-DO, stereo Bluetooth, a music player, and V Cast support. It also has pretty good call quality. The Bluetooth headset also supports A2DP, so you can use it for calls as well as music.
The Bad: The LG Decoy has a very glossy finish that makes it prone to smudges, and the display can be difficult to see under bright lights. The included Bluetooth headset has skinny volume controls, and does not have noise reduction or echo canceling technology.
The Bottom Line: The LG Decoy is an excellent phone on its own, but the addition of a built-in Bluetooth headset puts it over the top.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 174 reviews of LG Decoy VX8610 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 68/100. Comparing these reviews to 832009 other Cell Phones & Smartphones reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 68/100 = Good.
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letstalk.com
Review Summary: The LG Decoy is an attractive cell phone with its sleek finish, slider design, and bright display. But that's not what makes this cell phone stand out. It's actually the integrated Bluetooth headset that is the real show stopper. The LG Decoy comes...
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gadgetreview.com
Review Summary: For the past few weeks I had the luxury of playing with the LG Decoy cell phone from Verizon wireless. It's one of the first phones to feature an integrated Bluetooth headset into the body of the device. After testing, head shaking, numerous phones...
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devhardware.com
Review Summary: What happens when a company that's been in the industry for 50 years sets out to create a device as modern as a high-end cell phone? In this case, the answer is the LG Decoy. Is it just a "me-too" phone trailing in the wake of Apple's phenomenal...
The Verdict: Imagine never again having to look for both your phone and Bluetooth headset, eliminating the need to charge multiple devices. Combined with increasingly enforced regulations regarding talking on a cell phone and driving, the LG Decoy is a friendly,...
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skattertech.com
Review Summary: If you live in California, you are most likely aware of the new law requiring everyone over the age of 18 to use a hands free device to talk while driving. There's a huge market of people looking to purchase a Bluetooth headset to accompany their...
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mobileburn.com
Review Summary: The LG Decoy for Verizon wireless is one of the most novel cell phones on the market. What makes it so special is its built-in Bluetooth headset that stores away in the back of the phone. Michelle tests it out and gives us the lowdown in her review.
The Verdict: The PIM functions on the Decoy were pretty extensive and include an alarm clock, calculator, tip calculator, calendar, world clock, and a notepad. The phone also supports Verizon's VZ Navigator 4.1.1, which includes the latest enhancements for live...
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phonearena.com
Review Summary: The LG Decoy for Verizon Wireless is a unique device unlike any other, by offering a detachable Bluetooth headset located in the back of the phone. In doing so, it is targeted to the on-the-go consumer who always wants to be connected wirelessly to a...
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laptopmag.com
Review Summary: This stylish but pricey slider is the first cell phone to integrate a Bluetooth headset.
The Verdict: The LG Decoy is the first phone to include a built-in Bluetooth headset, and the final product is as stylish as it is innovative. We like the bright, colorful screen, speedy Web browsing, built-in GPS, and V CAST Music and Video package. But given the...
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pcmag.com
Review Summary: The first mobile phone with a built-in, pop-out Bluetooth headset, the LG Decoy VX8610 is a good choice for folks who tend to misplace their mobile accessories. Even better, you don't pay too much of a premium for this innovative feature.
The Verdict: The LG Decoy is a good, midrange slider phone for Verizon with something extra: a Bluetooth headset tucked into the back, so you'll always have it at the ready.
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General
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Product TypeCellular phone
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Form FactorSlider
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Phone DesignSlider
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Integrated ComponentsVoice recorder, Digital camera, Digital player
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AntennaInternal
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Width2 in
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Depth0.7 in
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Height3.9 in
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Weight4.1 oz
Cellular
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TechnologyCDMA2000 1X
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BandCDMA2000 1X 1900/800
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Service ProviderVerizon Wireless
Messaging & Internet
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Cellular Messaging ServicesSMS
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Messaging & Data FeaturesText messages
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Mobile ServicesVCAST
Communications
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Data TransmissionEV-DO
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Wireless InterfaceBluetooth
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Bluetooth ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
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Communication FeaturesInternet browser
Phone Features
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Phone FunctionsCall timer, Conference call, Speakerphone, Vibrating alert
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Polyphonic RingerYes
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Additional FeaturesV cast navigator, VZ navigator
Organizer
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Personal Information ManagementCalendar, Calculator, Reminder, Alarm clock
Media Player
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Supported Digital Audio StandardsMP3, WMA, AAC
Memory
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Supported Flash Memory CardsmicroSD
Digital Camera
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Sensor Resolution2 megapixels
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Still Image Resolutions1600 x 1200
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Video Recorder Resolutions176 x 144 (QCIF), 320 x 240 (QVGA)
Navigation System
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Navigation Software & ServicesVZ Navigator
Display
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TypeLCD display - Color
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TechnologyTFT
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Diagonal Size2.2 in
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Display Resolution240 x 320 pixels
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Color Depth18-bit (262000 Colors)
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FeaturesMirror display
Battery
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TechnologyLithium polymer
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Run Time DetailsTalk - up to 230 min, Standby - up to 330 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesPower adapter , Bluetooth headset, Power adapter
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