LG VX8350 Reviews

1. Poor Design

25 Sep 2009 by Renee

46.7%4.7out of 10

I'm on my second LG VX8350 and now looking for a new phone.  Both of my 8350's had the same problem...
the cheap plastic hinges broke, I'm careful with my phones.  Other cell phones I've had in the past lasted for years with no problems.  I've gone through 2 of these in two years.  This seems to be a flaw in the design and materials used in the phone rather than my being careless or rough in handling the phone.  I'm now on the hunt for a new phone.  I wont buy another 8350.  I don't suggest you buy one either. 

Pros

slim design
video/camera

Cons

cheap plastic hinges flex too much when the phone is opened
camera/recorder comes on unexpectedly when left in your pocket

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2. Ok Free Phone But Just Doesn't Cut It

11 Jun 2009 by vzwfann15

43.3%4.3out of 10

When I got this phone about a year ago, I was very pleased with the look and feel of the phone, considering it was FREE! But since using it alot (I text alot and multimedia message alot) I have found that the hinge is very weak and already I have had 3 replacements from the hinge snapping off and the screen breaking. The phone has a cheap plastic frame which is disappointing, but even with many drops, still is difficult to scratch. The camera quality is poor only slightly better than most 1.3 megapixel cameras. There is no flash and few customizations for the menu (same boring Verizon interface). But, I have been quite impressed with the battery life even after heavy txting and calling use. The voice quality was average at best, voices on the other end sounding staticy. Finally, I do like the idea of reading txt messages on the front of the phone, it being very convenient.

Pros

Good Battery Life, even with constant use

Txt Message readout on the external screen

Doesn't Scratch Easily

Cons

Cheap, plastic feel both inside and out

Same Verizon Menu interface

Voice quality was average (slight static noise)

Few customizations (no games, small selection of included wallpaper and ringtones)

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3.

8 Jan 2009 by Owner

43.3%4.3out of 10

I recently just switched from this phone to an LG Decoy. However when I had this phone I had to have it replaced twice because the plastic around the hindges broke and the screen came off. The first Time this happened Verizon charged me to get a replacement...however the second time they did not because they found it to be a problem that was beginning to pop up. I do not throw my phone and I did take care of it but due to my job I guess I just opened it to much. I found that the volume was also terrible with the phone as well.

Pros

got a good signal for an internal antenna

Cons

Breaks easily

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4. Good Phone.

1 Jan 2009 by LG VX8350 User

83.3%8.3out of 10

It's a great free phone.  I have had mine for almost a year (as in, 1 week short) with no problems.  I use my phone mainly as a music player and for calling (I don't text).

The camera is great for its class.  Considering that it is 1.3 MP, the image quality is very good.  Its camera lens has good color balance, and images are generally better than expected for a 1.3 MP camera.  Digital zoom only works on lower resolutions, which is a con.  Also, there is no flash, so night shots are terrible, even in night mode.  A convenient side button providing access to the camera is quite convenient, and it is designed so that when closed, the camera will be activated only by holding it down.

The music player it ships with is the standard, Verizon VCast player, which isn't great.  The external buttons are nice and volume is good with the phone, but with headphones, the volume could be improved.  Verizon's software isn't the best -- when the phone is closed, the music will continue to play (which is good), but the inside screen continues to be lit, thus wasting battery.  If you open the phone, the external display will remain lit with the Verizon logo.  Again, the external controls must be pressed down to activate the music player, which is a plus.  If you're trying to check the time or something simple like that, pressing any of the buttons will show the information -- you do not have to open the phone.

Call quality is good.  I've never had any problem getting a signal, except inside subway tunnels (no duh).

The proximity of the clear button with the speakerphone button is rather annoying, but you'll get the knack of it.

Battery life is fine... I only charge it once a week.

All in all a good phone.  Very satisfied with it.

Note: it is very bulky for a modern phone.  Some people, like me, will find it a relief over the ultra-thin phones that manufacturers love today.

Pros

Good value.
Good call quality and signal strength.
Camera lens is good.
Convenient external keys.

Cons

Bulky.
Limited choices in colors. (Only red and gray -- get red, I have gray and its a little dull.)
Poor design of music player drains battery.

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5. Owner

26 Dec 2008 by Terry Kramer

43.3%4.3out of 10

This phone is terrible!.  I upgraded from the 8300.  The antenna is a joke.  I live .9 of a mile from the cell tower, but in the mountains.  My old 8300 would always get 2bars evdo and 1-3 bars 1X.  The 8350 gets no bars on either network.  Yet if I plug the 8350 into my Wilson power booster, it get 4 bars on both networks.  The poor signal also is the case of the super quick battery draining that many people have compained about.  If it is on the fringe of the EVDO network, it will constantly attempt to connect, which is big power drain.  I get 6 hours max on a charge.  I have two phone numbers on my account and the second number is still using a old 8300, so I can compare antennas side-by-side in various locations.  Many locations my 8300 will produce 4 bards EVDO and 1X, while the 8350 gets zero on both! Fortunatly I'm within the 30days of purchase, so the phone is being returned to Verizon.  Stay away!

Pros

external antenna jack

Cons

worthless internal antenna

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6. good and bad

12 Nov 2008 by nickavl

83.3%8.3out of 10

this phone when i first got it was great i loved it.  I had the phone for  almost seven months barley any problems, the speakerphone button being so close to the clear button is annoying though. then it died due to idk i just don't leave it in the bathroom with steam.  after the about seven months before it died it did slag some times on button response.  after it died they sent me another one and that's the one i have problem with.  It doesn't get as good of a signal as the old one.  i had used the replacement for a day and then upgraded to the phone i wanted.  the glyde.  I recently went back to this phone (read review of glyde to find out why) and i just think that at times the reception could be better and it could be a bit thinner but over all if you want an average music phone and u like lg then this is for you.  

Pros

design
almost everything

Cons

plastic feel
clear button location
would be nice if had flash

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7. Best LG I've owned so far...

4 Nov 2008 by Anonymous

83.3%8.3out of 10

At first I though this phone was real basic but it funtions better than the Motorola RAZR 2.  The software is fast and has a Titanium UI theme which is pretty cool.  Although the software is nice the newer phones on the market has better software.  But for when this phone came out its real good.  It doesn't lag or freeze like alot of phones now days.  The battery lasts a long time and reception is great.  Very few places (if any) do I have low signal. Vcast loads real good, doesn't have to buffer as much as the RAZR 2 did.  Internal memory is good, could be better if you like lots of downloads.  Wish it had a 2MP camera but it has a 1.3 MP.  Stereo speakers on the back make ringtones and music sound good.  If you like Loopt Mobile don't download it to this device it'll crash it!  I've had this phone for several months and I'm sure its soon going to be replaced by the 8360 but I thought I'd give it a good word before I upgrade.

Pros

Reception
Battery
Software
Memory
Screens
Voice quality
Sound
Vibrate mode
SD memory card slot on side of phone, not behind battery door.
Flash UI theme. Only one but still a cool one.

Cons

Keypad backlight is real dim
Using downloaded wallpaper on external screen not good, cuts edges off.
Loopt software will crash phone! Maybe an update will fix it.
Wish it had micro USB charger.
Default wallpapers and animated wallpapers...same as older models

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8. 8350

16 Oct 2008 by hurricane8350

70%7out of 10

Hi,

After reading the first few negative feedbacks I started second guessing my choice of the 8350. Yes the outside feels a bit cheap, like it may not survive its first drop on the ground. But a leather phone cover may help with that. For the 3 weeks or so I've had it, I cannot complain. I'm hoping that I don't see the day that the hinge and other potential problems occur (as mentioned in prior ads). But aside from the potential problems as listed earlier in this post, I like the phone, and should it continue performing as it has, I'd rate it an solid 7.

I got the phone because my girlfriend's 8300 was nice and had a nice feel, so I figured it was an upgrade to her 8300, but I think, minus the 8300's antenna, her phone had a stronger build.

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9. Stay away from this phone

28 Jul 2008 by Kyle

32%3.2out of 10

I had an 8300 for over a year. I was exceptionally satisfied with this phone because it was completely glitch free. When i accedently smashed it i got the upgrade (more like downgrade) to the 8300. At first i was satisfied with the 8350 but it only went downhill. After about a month it just stoped working, it could no longer get a signal. I got it replaced hoping it was just a manufacture defect. My second 8350 had the same problem and i got it replaced. Im now on my 3rd 8350 and once again its having the same problems. I cant wait to get it replaced tomorrow with a completely knew model. I had high hopes for this phone and i now regret ever choosing it. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PHONE.

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10. 5th LG owned - worst so far

14 Jun 2008 by G

40%4out of 10

I've owned and continued owning LG phones for the past several years. After using my wife's 8300, this seemed like the natural next step for my upgrade. Worst move so far. I've gone thru 4 phones and 2 batteries so far. Battery life at first seems great, then something happens and you get less than a day on a charge. Seems odd.
The phone itself is simple and easy, but the lack of an external key shut-off baffles me. If this phone was meant to be kept in your pocket, ANYTHING will turn the music player on. Sit down - music on, stand up - music on, turn left - music on.. you get the point.

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