Palm Treo 700w / 700wx Reviews

1. Solid Performance, Dependable, Proven Quality

18 Nov 2008 by Dan

83.3%8.3out of 10

I've had a 700wx for 3 months now and I am absolutely hooked.  Having used other OS types in the past, I am a huge fan of the Palm tweaks to the Windows OS.  I updated to WM 6.1 and haven't looked back, I applied a SDHC.cab file to expand storage and have not had a single problem.  I also use Spb Time and Spb Pocket Plus which provide an amazing amount of personalization and features.  I really prefer the 700wx to other options - I like having the QWERTY keyboard, touch screen (w/stylus or finger), expandable memory, speakerphone, Bluetooth, Infrared, Audio/Video Recording, etc. etc.  I tried phones without QWERTY keyboards and hated typing those tiny keys on the screen that don't FEEL, hated typing with the stylus-so slow, I also hated "hidden" keyboards - slide out or fold out - it made the phone feel flimsy/weak.  More moveable parts = more risk for breaking or scratching, friction wear marks... etc.

Trust me - just buy a Treo 700wx or a Treo Pro.  the only thing I wish it had was WiFi, but a SD wifi card fixed that one negative mark.

Pros

Touch Screen
QWERTY Keyboard
TONS of Software/Accessories
Dependable Quality
Long Battery Life

Cons

No WiFi (SD WiFi available)
Thicker than most
Antenna Stub

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2. Great phone, could be better

8 Sep 2008 by Hivolume87

80%8out of 10

I work for Verizon and purchased the phone for $99 that's without any type of discount. I have never had any problems with the O.S. The Sound is just fine, Ive not had any problems with it. It never locks up, or runs short on memory. Good solid all around phone

Pros

Accurate touch screen. Expandle Memory. It's Quick to start programs. Battery life is above average.

Cons

External power antenna, alittle on the bulkier side. No wifi.

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3. Glitches galore

30 Aug 2008 by Brian

50%5out of 10

Software glitches galore.  the phone is possessed, randomly changing to Central Standard time, turning off the blootooth connection, and the sync feature often cuts the phone off when ringing.

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4. Mine Rocks

18 Jul 2008 by Paul

96%9.6out of 10

I got this unit free from microsoft and it is awsome.
got it hooked to exchange server and syncing all my contacts and email. i have had not call issues and its sound quality is way better than me previous phone samsung a930 people are always clear and i have not had anyone complain about my voice. the ringer is LOUD so i hardly ever miss it. video quality is poor thow. i like that i can record any length video but the quality in my opinion should be better especially on the audio for the record it way to sensitive.

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5. great phone

25 Jun 2008 by brentalliston

96%9.6out of 10

I love it it does everything its like having a computer everywhere i go!!! best phone i ever had!!

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6.

13 Jun 2008 by awesomeman

32%3.2out of 10

this phone is a peice of CRAAP!!

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7. Ringer

15 May 2008 by Nate

50%5out of 10

Mine will not ring either, must keep phone on vibrate at all times.

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8. Call quality/Sound

16 Apr 2008 by The Zune Lune

60%6out of 10

The sound quality is exactly why I am considering switching to either the HTC Touch or even the non smart phone LG vx9700.

Friends and family are all so irritated by this phone, I can't stand it. I love the PDA functionality, but the phone quality has persuaded me not to buy another Palm product.

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9. Palm Treo WX

5 Apr 2008 by Bluedevilmsn

62%6.2out of 10

I bought this phone seeking a solution to all of my hi-tech needs. I love most of the features, but have a persistant problem with the phone not ringing and missing calls. People think I'm ducking their calls.... not good! I only find out I have calls if the phone vibrates while I'm holding it, or if I just happen to notice the screen light up when a call is incoming. It will make other sounds, and will play the ring tones on the phone when attempting to program it, but just will not ring. I have already had Alltel replace the phone once, and am getting ready to go back again. I don't know if I would purchase this produce again, and I had a Palm PDA produce prior to this phone purchase.

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10. sound quality

10 Nov 2007 by 66tiger

72%7.2out of 10

Treolover is definitely off with the comment that adjusting TTY "solves all sound problems". I've had mine on TTY full, and many many times I can hear other people fine, but they cannot hear me. This is described by other 700wx users as well on a thread on the palm website.

Does anyone know the solution? It is an intermittent problem.

The rest of the phone I love, but this is highly frustrating to have to repeatedly call people back before they can hear you.

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