LG VX3200, Latest Model in LG’s Line of Entry-level Handsets
The LG VX3200 cell phone for Verizon Wireless offers back-to-basics
technology, focusing on making and receiving calls with excellent
performance in a lightweight design.
With a soothing blue front flap and compact dimensions (3.4 by 1.8 by
0.9 inches; 3.5 ounces), it’s decidedly attractive, even bordering on
cute. And its small stature means it can fit in almost any pocket, and
it feels comfortable to use and hold while you’re talking.
The earpiece and the microphone match the blue hue of the front flap,
while a mirrored frame surrounds the phone’s display. The 1.5-inch
(diagonal) screen displays a solid 65,000 colors; it is crisp and
clear and can be seen in dim settings. In natural light, however, the
screen appears faint even on a cloudy day, though you can adjust both
the brightness and the contrast.
The navigation buttons and menus–there’s a choice of two
styles–couldn’t be easier to use. A four-way toggle provides
one-touch access to messages, sounds, the speakerphone, voice memo,
and voice dialing. An OK button in its center allows you to select
options in the text-based menus, while two soft keys open the phone
book and the main menu page. The controls are well spaced and are lit
by a bright blue backlight.
You can organize contacts into groups and assign them one of 32
polyphonic ring tones (there’s also a vibrate option) for caller ID
purposes–particularly useful since there’s no external screen. You
also can pair names with a message tone and a picture, and there’s
room for 99 speed-dial entries.
Other features include a scheduler, a calculator, an alarm clock, a
voice memo recorder, a notepad, a tip calculator, text and enhanced
messaging, and a world clock. Gamers are out of luck, though, and
there’s no Internet browser. But there were some features we were
surprised to see, especially the speakerphone and USB for data/fax and
PC connections.
At $160, the mobile is priced a little on the high side, but you
should be able to find it cheaper with service.