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also known as LG VX9700
LG Dare ReviewsLG Dare Reviews
3 Jul 2008
LG Dare Review
LG has been a leader in the touchscreen non-smart phone market since 2007 with their introduction of the PRADA GSM model in Europe. Since then, they have developed and released additional touchscreen phones, such as the Voyager, Glimmer, Vu, and Viewty; each with their own unique features. The newest device to be released is the Dare, which is available through Verizon Wireless...
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1. Dare is pretty good but watch out with text issues.
Yesterday by tweety6704@aol.com
83.3%8.3out of 10
Well, I have had my Dare for 3 weeks and everything about has been good. The keyboard and scrolling does take some time to get use to. Also if you have nails I would use them. After playing with it for a day I got pretty use to it. Just know that when you use the option to text regular or with the keyboard. Just remember where the clear and the space buttons are. I also like that when you turn it and you get the full keyboard, you get more symbols. My other phone had nothing. Here you can do smiley faces, ( ), 's I mean it's really nice. The only thing you have to remember is to uppercase after a period. But I think that helps with writing skills anyway so it doesn't bother me. The only problem I am having right now is I charged it, then had to cut the charge short. And since then if I get a text it will sometimes have the notification above the unlock button so I can't get to it. I am going to go to verizon and figure out why this is happening. I would think that it would be pretty sad to have it freak out like that after that. I hope they can either fix it or give me a new one so I can just watch it. (and not remove from the charger) I paid good money for it, I don't want it F*ed up already.
But I say if you want a fun new phone, get it. Just remember to protect it and be gentle. It's not just a regular phone.
If anyone has any similar issues with texting let me know.
Its a very fun phone, hip, sleek, etc.Watch out, it needs to be babied
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2. Great phone
19 Nov 2008 by Harland
96.7%9.7out of 10
I have had the phone for about two months now and it is the best phone I have had... of course the last new phone I had was 4 years ago and a motorola 815. This phone has lots of features that are pretty cool, some I am sure I will never use. the camera is very handy as I find myself looking for a camera at times and it is good that this 3.2MP camera is so accessable. the only feature I was frustrated with at first was the scrolling feature as it was selecting the item I touched rather than scrolling. My son discovered that if you leave you finger on it a little longer and then scroll it does not select the item. That discovery made a big difference. I would recommend this phone. it is pretty fun. I just wish all the ad ons from Verizon weren't so expensive $$.
Excellent phone, easy to usepricey add on services from Verizion, can add an MP3 that you already own as a ringtone. at least not that I have figured out.
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3. Lovin' it
18 Nov 2008 by Frisco
96.7%9.7out of 10
What an incredible phone. I love the virtual keyboard, never want for a real one again. I can use this to manage calender appointments so easy, contacts, music, pictures, etc. It is an amazing device. The only drawback I've found is that there is virtually no information on where to find or how to download and use the Rhapsody media player. I had the same problem with my Creative Zen mp3 player. WTF? Do these people think we old guys are pre-programmed to know how to use these things? I spent an hour on the phone with a Verizon rep to figure it out, but at least they have people to help you, unlike so many companies, such as Creative. And Verizon has always had good customer service every time I've called. Nevertheless, I give the phone itself a 10, if not the LG people who can't understand why instructions are needed for some people.
Easy to figure out menus. Intuitive.Scrolling is just a tad problematic as it keeps selecting items while I'm trying to scroll. It's not as smooth as the iphone. Also, no instructions for using Rhapsody media player.
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4.
16 Nov 2008 by Anonymous
80%8out of 10
Alright, I'm in need of a new phone: LG Glimmer, LG Dare, Prada phone, or other?
Anyways, I'm reallly liking this Dare, but soooo many different people are coming up with soooo many different problems. And I'm not the one for trouble-shooting? I lovee everythingg about it! But, it lacks a physical keyboard? (Not a "QWERTY" keyboard, just the letters on the numbers...!) And I think I'll have a hard time adapting to a touch-keyboard or whatever. IDKK?
EVERYTHINGG! but...no physical keyboard... :/
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5. dare
16 Nov 2008 by Anonymous
90%9out of 10
i love my phone i researched it alot and definatly has been my best phone so far i love the touch screen and the batery life is ery long thos is defenitly a good phone to get there are cool things to do on it and has an easy touch screen unlike some phones it is thin and very easy to handl the only thing s i would not get it if you constanly keep it in your pocket becaouse its a littl to big to put in your pocket
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6. I LOVE My Dare
13 Nov 2008 by Maria Myrback
93.3%9.3out of 10
I love all the features this device has. The virtual keyboard is fantastic and I'll never use a phone with a regular KB again. I've had absolutely NO trouble with it like others have reported. The touch screen does need to be manhandled a little bit but all in all this is the best phone I have ever had.
Virtual keyboard, web access, sending pics to family, friends and the web. shortcut menu, star menu...everything.Needs more apps
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7. LG Dare one of the best verizon has to offer!
9 Nov 2008 by VZW_user
90%9out of 10
I have been using the LG Dare for about 3 months now. Hands down one of the best phones i have used. I am a fan of the interface and the responsivness of the touch screen. Most people who have issues with the touch screen should try recalibrating the phone with a stylis or something with a smaller point then jsut a finger tip. This will dramaticly help with response and accuracy. Overall the phone is very nice. The Dare has more then enough features for an every day user. Texting is easy, and the camera is great. I dont really have any complaints, but for those who do most likely think phones are some kind of miricle device. Dont forget phones with all these features are just like computers and every now and then you have to restart them. Instead of complaining about an issue its better to find a solution. Just like when the phone auto crashes when you click on the display setting option. simple solution that fixed mine. go to settings and tools and security and reset the defaults. hasnt happened since.
great design
size is perfect
just wish 3rd party apps were available but thats not too big of a deal
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8. Horrid!
8 Nov 2008 by HouseofDreams
46.7%4.7out of 10
I had three LG Dares in three weeks! The first keep resetting it self, the second had a clicking in the ear, and the third the screen would go black and not come back on.
It was the most frustrating phone I owned. I really wanted to love this phone.
Easy to use
Issues, Issues, Issues,
Clicking in ear
Dead Screens
Reboots self
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9. this phone ROX!
31 Oct 2008 by Dennis da Menace
96.7%9.7out of 10
This phone is a excellent rebuttle to the I-Phone, camera features, lots to explore, is the best in the U.S. market, like everything else you have explore it to realize its full potential. Qwerty keyboard takes a little practice, handwritting recognition is unique, but is iffy, voice alert, name & number, no Wi-Fi, and case accessories is lacking, I kept my screen protector on. web browsing is a bit expensive with the Verizon network $1.99 per MB! Smaller than I Phone and a bit flashier. Overall..If you have Verizon, and dont want to switch to ATT and love the I Phone, Definately get it!
Camera features picture editing, bright flash, face detection, smart pic, Icons can be dragged and dropped on screen, voice commands.Handwritting recognition, Web browsing 2 much$
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10. GREAT!
27 Oct 2008 by Anonymous
96.7%9.7out of 10
just got it as a glyde replacement
i love this phone it has no issues and it is fun functional and everything you could ask for
everything!none at the moment
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