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LG Chocolate KG800

The LG KG800, also known as the Chocolate, is the predecessor to the KE800 phone and the European version of the VX8500. Marketed at launch as a high-end fashion phone, this handset's main attraction is its aesthetics, which LG describes as a 'minimalist design.' The KG800 is targeted toward those looking for a fashion phone which is classy, conservative and relatively affordable. In keeping with the minimalist design, the screen is designed to be 'hidden' when turned off, so that it blends in with the rest of the case. Touch sensitive controls light up on the upper face when the phone is opened, but again are designed to be unseen when the phone is closed. The keypad features a checkerboard design to complement the glossy plastic body material.

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LG KG800 (Black Chocolate) Triband GSM World Phone (unlocked)
MSRP $299.99
Release date May, 2006
Brand LG
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Portability of mp3s on micro sd totally rock!
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mp3 player navigation is inconsistent
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Touch sensitive buttons are a PITA
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Features

  • 1.3 MP camera, 4x zoom, flash
  • 176 x 220 pixel display
  • MP3 player, video player with MP4 playback
  • MP3 ringtone
  • Bluetooth and USB connectivity
  • SMS, EMS, MMS, email
  • up to 6 hours of talk time battery life, 200 hours stand-by battery life
  • GSM Tri-band network
  • dimensions: 3.74" x 1.89" x 0.60"
  • weight: 2.93 oz

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Pros
  • USB cable included in basic package
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Cons
  • Fast Port (power/usb/audio) connector in an awkward place
  • took some looking...but r/shack still has a few very good leather skins for this that are excellent for vid viewing and slide functions...but it didnt come from sony...
  • Music player can be hard to use with large libraries
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MSRP  $199.99    Released  January, 2001

The Motorola KRZR K1 is a super-slim flip mobile phone featuring a sophisticated design with luxurious lines, precision detailing, and premium materials. Cited as an all-in-one device, the KRZR K1 features a 2-megapixel camera for capturing still images and moving videos, an integrated MP3 player for listening to your favorite soundtracks, and support for...

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Comments

1.  avatar WillTouchFire said:

Plays music for hours in music only mode, touch buttons don't work that well, the skin from my leg through pants pocket activates touch buttons. Headphone adapter VERY difficult to keep a good connection, I use a small binder clip to keep the adapter connected. The size & quality of the phone is great, camera is decent. Can't wait for the next generation of this phone. Would like the time to be displayed on the mp3 player, wish I could change all of the display fonts, default font is difficult to read.
Nov 02, 2007 2:25pm
2.  avatar tin2 said:

not very durable. broke in 2 months from normal usage.
Nov 11, 2007 9:51pm
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Pros

  • Portability of mp3s on micro sd totally rock!

Cons

  • mp3 player navigation is inconsistent
  • Touch sensitive buttons are a PITA

Comments

"Plays music for hours in music only mode, touch buttons don't work that well, the skin from my leg through pants pocket activates touch buttons. Headphone adapter VERY difficult to keep a good connection, I use a small binder clip to keep the adapter connected. The size & quality of the phone is great, camera is decent. Can't wait for the next generation of this phone. Would like the time to be displayed on the mp3 player, wish I could change all of the display fonts, default font is difficult to read."
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  • mp3 player navigation is inconsistent

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"not very durable. broke in 2 months from normal usage."
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