HTC Mogul / XV6800 / PPC6800 / P4000
Verizon XV6800 Demo in Stores
The XV6800 demo phone has arrived in the stores along with the i760. This finally means we'll be launching it soon so everyone can finally stop speculating. I'll keep you guys up to date on release date.
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This is definitely legit. They were just dummy phones, not actual working products. They usually send these to us about 3 weeks or less before launching the devices.
These dummies are not for customers to see, or use. They are for internal use only; however I'm just letting you guys know.
The i760 is a very sleek looking phone. The keypad is nicely spaced out, and easy to type on or so it seems. The screen is the same size as the XV6800.
The XV6800 is a bit less sleek looking, and at the same time, not very business-like looking. I was a little disappointed with the look, because I'm not a big fan of the altered buttons on the top and front of the handset compared to the Sprint version.
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These dummies are not for customers to see, or use. They are for internal use only; however I'm just letting you guys know.
The i760 is a very sleek looking phone. The keypad is nicely spaced out, and easy to type on or so it seems. The screen is the same size as the XV6800.
The XV6800 is a bit less sleek looking, and at the same time, not very business-like looking. I was a little disappointed with the look, because I'm not a big fan of the altered buttons on the top and front of the handset compared to the Sprint version.
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Thanks. Yea the new phones that are coming out are long over due. Ive been waiting for this stupid phone since May. The pearl is out on almost every other major carrier so its definitely time. I heard October for the 6800. Windows 6 and the 2.0 camera are g2b clutch. Check this website out. The most legit one Ive seen so far:
http://www.phonearena.com/htmls/Verizon-prepares-15- ... »
What kind of blue is the phone? like the tmob wing?
http://www.phonearena.com/htmls/Verizon-prepares-15- ... »
What kind of blue is the phone? like the tmob wing?
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It's actually the color blue that's in that picture there. I forgot that site had a picture of the blue one heh.
But yeah, the Pearl is finally coming to CDMA carriers, and is quite a nice upgrade of the original.
As for the launch of the 6800 it's late September/early October. Hey, at least Verizon's 6800 is launching with Windows Mobile 6.0 =P
But yeah, the Pearl is finally coming to CDMA carriers, and is quite a nice upgrade of the original.
As for the launch of the 6800 it's late September/early October. Hey, at least Verizon's 6800 is launching with Windows Mobile 6.0 =P
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Oh it looks like the one on that website? oh noooo. I think that that looks SO UGLY. FUGLY ugly lol. The mogul looks a little more business oriented, whereas the wing looks a little bit more fun, but they are both good looking smartphones. I hope verizons doesnt look like the one in that picture to a tee. Either way Im excited to play with it and see if I can incorporate it into both fun and business 🙂
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Unfortunately... yes it does look like that one down to a tee =/ It's the main reason I may end up with the i760 sadly.
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interesting website!
Will the Verizon XV6800 be identical to the Sprint Mogul, for all intents and purposes, save for the cosmetic differences? I am up for renewal later this year, so I have to decide if I am going to stay with Verizon or move to Sprint. Since I live in the upper midwesr, Verizon has better coverage.
thanks!
Will the Verizon XV6800 be identical to the Sprint Mogul, for all intents and purposes, save for the cosmetic differences? I am up for renewal later this year, so I have to decide if I am going to stay with Verizon or move to Sprint. Since I live in the upper midwesr, Verizon has better coverage.
thanks!
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Yeah, besides cosmetics the phone is exactly the same. It's just a shame they made it so damn ugly =(
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As long as it functions well with the features I want, I'm willing to overlook the color and button placement (as long as the button is not in a place that I constantly press it on accident.) Hey, we all have our priorities.
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I appreciate the update. I was wondering if you had any other news of the official release since your last post was on the 11th. I am waiting for this phone to come out to buy for myself and my buisness partner. Thanks
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I have come to my wits' end with VZW. I emailed several CSRs at VZW and spoke to many sales people who all say the same thing, "We don't have that phone and I don't know anything about it or if and when we might have it." Please forward any relevant info to the list or my email: b_at_lz_dot_vg. Thanks for the post, and I hope this is finally happening. I went to some other carriers and started researching a switch to another carrier this week.
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You have to remember...
Verizn Wireless reps are supposed to keep any information on new phones coming out under wraps until they have been officially announced for release...
it could mean someone's job.
I'm sorry you feel so strongly about wanting information. but sometimes we just cant tell you, even though we would like to.
and keep in mind, that not every rep at every store/phone is a full time phone geek.. they just sell what is out. so alot do not know, and really dont care.
just because you care, doesnt mean the rep with the name tag cares.
Verizn Wireless reps are supposed to keep any information on new phones coming out under wraps until they have been officially announced for release...
it could mean someone's job.
I'm sorry you feel so strongly about wanting information. but sometimes we just cant tell you, even though we would like to.
and keep in mind, that not every rep at every store/phone is a full time phone geek.. they just sell what is out. so alot do not know, and really dont care.
just because you care, doesnt mean the rep with the name tag cares.
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good point sohryu. I have been patiently waiting for these phones to come out. I have had ATT and Tmobile in the past and no other company in the US comes even CLOSE to verizons consistency in service
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I can appreciate the sales force following their policies. The gripe I have is that Verizon should have an estimate, roadmap, beta, or early-adopter program for people like me. From what I read on the web, there are many folks like me. Over 1 million iPhones were sold in the first 3 months, with an expected 10 million to be sold in 2008. These phones aren't cheap and the new trend in high-end phones seems to be similar to the iPhone in interface and features. What carriers lost or will lose customer for the 1 million phones sold and the 10 million phones expected to sell in 2008. That's no chump change! My feeling is that VZW needs to rethink their policies and image.
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I can definitely appreciate that view. VZW is definitely the most stringent in their policies and their phone testing; however, I still believe they are the best company out there for wireless in the US at least. One thing is for sure though, that the phones they do have do last a VERY long time bc they are so throughly tested. It would be nice if they did hype up their phones a bit more and have some sort of schedule, but hey, Michael Jordan never bragged about his game did he? lol
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I can also appreciate the longevity of phones, but that is unimportant to me. I prefer the latest phones/features as I use my phone regularly and plan to use it more with the wi-fi /pda/gps integration. In my case I use my phone often, every day for personal and business needs and pay for the broadest range of features and the latest technology and carry a $100-200 plan. I have not purchased a smartphone yet, as there has been none to meet my needs. The HTC Wizard was the first, but is not offered by VZW. With the emergence of so many new smartphones, I have many choices (most not available through VZW) and an expired VZW contract.
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I love how everyone mentions their expired contract on the forums.
if you were going to make the move to the newer better device on a different service you would have... you talked about the iphone, did you cancel your VZW service and go to AT&T?
how about for the new Palm 750?
I can understand you want to have the newest phone as soon as possible, but Verizon does have a Beta test for its phones before release... employees get them... usually higher ups and the tech guys.
if Verizon gave out a phone to you and it had bugs... and you went and told everyone all over the internet forums how buggy and problematic it was... then no one would buy it when it was released...
which is why they do not give out phones to the general public before...
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if you were going to make the move to the newer better device on a different service you would have... you talked about the iphone, did you cancel your VZW service and go to AT&T?
how about for the new Palm 750?
I can understand you want to have the newest phone as soon as possible, but Verizon does have a Beta test for its phones before release... employees get them... usually higher ups and the tech guys.
if Verizon gave out a phone to you and it had bugs... and you went and told everyone all over the internet forums how buggy and problematic it was... then no one would buy it when it was released...
which is why they do not give out phones to the general public before...
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Well, it is what it is. I wasn't all the details on-line, nor did I expect to get flamed. To rebut your assumptions, I am talking to my brother-in-law at Sprint to get me a Mogul or Touch, when available. When I have time, I will also visit AT&T to discuss their offerings. I don't take switching carriers lightly; it's a big deal. I'm not interested in Palm, nor the iPhone, actually.
As for the beta, I'm sure plenty of "kids" would do exactly as you suggest; but I am professional, tactful, and perform development/quality assurance/customer relations for one of the major suppliers to most carriers. Most beta programs require some type of agreement anyway. If you are a loyal customer, I applaud your loyalty; if you're an employee I am d...
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As for the beta, I'm sure plenty of "kids" would do exactly as you suggest; but I am professional, tactful, and perform development/quality assurance/customer relations for one of the major suppliers to most carriers. Most beta programs require some type of agreement anyway. If you are a loyal customer, I applaud your loyalty; if you're an employee I am d...
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