Anyone heard the LG VX8100 release date?

Techdiva · #1 04-13-2005, 02:09 AM

It is going to be released for Verizon. I couldn't find any release info.
Here is some info.:

Release Date:
Q2 2005 <--- ?

Released for Verizon Wireless, the LG VX8100 incorporates all the breakthrough technologies of the VX8000 including high-speed EV-DO, megapixel camera, and video and music on-demand, but goes further with integrated Bluetooth capability for wireless connectivity, and a miniSD slot for external memory. MP3 audio player, dual speakers for stereo sound, and a 3D graphics engine make this a formidable handset in 2005

Also:
LG showed off its VX8100, successor to the VX8000 phone currently being sold by Verizon Wireless that works on the Code Division Multiple Access Evolution-Data Optimized network and has the ability to view on-demand video clips. The VX8100 phone has all the features of the VX8000 (including a 1.3-megapixel camera with a flash and a camcorder that can record up to 15 seconds of video) with the addition of Bluetooth connectivity and a mini-Secure Digital memory card slot for additional storage. Pricing and availability of the phones was not announced.

http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/phone.php?p=665

It looks so much cooler than the vx8000. And it has everything the vx8000 was missing.
I really want it. =)

Techdiva · #2 04-14-2005, 03:29 PM

After calling LG direct I was able to find out that it is supposed to be released this summer. But there was no exact date.

consequenzes · #3 04-15-2005, 10:10 AM

From what I see around the office it looks on or about last week of may to first week of july. They seem a little sour that the 8000 really didn't get time to shine and now the 8100 is right on it's heels. VZW would have rather had the time period that the 6000 had before the 6100 was released. Either way, I want one too, full price or not.

Techdiva · #4 04-15-2005, 05:01 PM

I'm just glad I found out about the 8100 before I was stuck with 8000 for two years. It has a better design and all the features the 8000 is missing. I'm glad I waited! (Even if it's released late, it's definitely worth the wait!)
Thanks for Your Info!

LG Guy · #5 05-05-2005, 09:40 PM

I was in a VZW store 2 days ago and the guy told me the phone should be out next month (June) we can all hope.

KidoBorg · #6 05-07-2005, 09:20 AM

I'll check with our VZ contacts if they can provide some info

vzwlgman101 · #7 06-15-2005, 12:59 AM

Hey Kids, Sorry about my date. I have 2 new dates that have been given to me from LG and Verizon. LG told me that Verizon was getting excited about the LG VX8100 and they were going to launch it mid July. I spoke with a Verizon Wireless spokeswoman and she had actually played with the phone. She said that it was the best phone Verizon has to offer when it releases. She told me that her supervisor said that the phone will be released end of summer so that the LG VX8000 has time to shine.

INFO ON MORE PHONES

Verizon is soon going to be launching several new VCAST phones. LG VX8100, LG VX9800, Samsung SCH-a950, Samsung SCH-a970, and Mot. E815.

Verizon has a new phone called the LG VX3300 that will launch as soon as the LG VX3200 runs out of stock. So if you like the 3200 you better buy one

OrionRSX · #8 06-21-2005, 05:30 PM

I am not sure where everyone is getting "release dates" for the LG VX8100 as I've contacted both LG and Verizon and nobody knows anything OR.. they just can't say yet as they haven't sold enough of the 8000s. By the way, if you have an 8000, I know of several ways to crash it.. They certainly didn't test it out all that well.

vzwlgman101 · #9 07-02-2005, 01:19 AM

SOON LG VX8100 WILL BE RELEASED
the phone will come out July 11th I have checked on our INFOCENTER at work and guess what... there it was. So Kids July 11th is my birthday and this phone will make my day

If you'all have any questions feel free to email me at my personal email address. newone1001@hotmail.com

Incase you think its a spoof its not....I am a authorized dealer. I work at a store called UPTOWN CELLULAR we are a MOOREHEAD Dealer.

My Name is Dru

Can't wait for my phone

PHONE PHETISH · #10 07-05-2005, 02:24 PM

Well I called LG today and the rep told me mid July, so let's hope he's right. I called Verizon last week and they knew nothing. I saw that the Motorola E815 was released today, so I figure there's a good chance the VX8100 will be coming soon, with competition and all. I like the E815 but I have always been a big fan of LG. Both phones have expandable memory, but the 8100 will have a lot more memory on board. Plus I just like the user-friendliness of LG more than Motorola. The E815 is pretty cheap though, $99.99 after the online discount.

Let's keep our fingers crossed! Just hope they don't screw us on the price.

Drew_in_MN · #11 07-06-2005, 06:59 PM

I talked to a Verizon agent at a Circuit City today, July 6th, and he said it will be out Monday, July 11th. I have been talking to this guy about this phone for 4 months. He seems to know what he is talking about. He even said that they should get the phone on or about this Friday the 8th, but can't sell it till the 11th. Also, he said that he was told the price would be $199.99...plus a $50 mail in rebate. Of course this is with a new two year contract. With the "new every two" $100 rebate, looks like this phone will cost me about $50...way cool.

Missoula · #12 07-07-2005, 08:17 PM

I just called Customer Service at Verizon, and they're taking advance orders on the 8100. Overnight first thing Monday AM, July 11, and guaranteed delivery anywhere the next day. Not bad for those of us in small markets, where the phone is not likely to be in local stores any time soon. The "new every 2" price, with rebate, is $49.00.

jservants · #13 07-08-2005, 09:25 AM

I am going to be signing up for a NEW contract, can I get the $100 discount? Also, is it confirmed that price of the 8100 will be $199?

OrionRSX · #14 07-11-2005, 01:44 PM

I was just at the Verizon store near where I live here in San Diego.. and the assistant manager there told me July 17th as the release date. Perhaps this is for THIS store?.. I dunno. We practically know each other on first name basis since I've complained so much about the 8000.

Drew_in_MN · #15 07-11-2005, 06:34 PM

I was told by a salesperson @ a Verizon store yesterday, Sunday July, 10th, that it was to come out today, July 11th. But, she said it would have to be ordered since they would not have it in stock. But today, I was told that it would be released this Thursday the 14th, and out for sale on Friday the 15th. Who knows if any of this is true? It was at a Circuit City store where I was told the 15th. OrionRSX said that Verizon said the 17th. But when the Motorola E815 came out, Circuit City had it for sale on Saturday when the Verizon stores did not have it until Tuesday. So, maybe the 8100 will be out on the 15th at Circuit City and the 17th every where else. Who knows what to believe?

I won't beleve anything until I have ths phone in my hand.