If you're on the move a lot and need the power of hands-free operation and the convenience of push-to-talk communication, the LG VX4700 is right up your alley. This handset offers speaker-independent voice recognition, which allows any user to dial a number by speaking the name of a contact from a phone book, or by speaking the digits of a phone number. When this voice technology is used with the two-way speaker phone and a prominent speaker that lets you talk when the clamshell is open or closed, the VX4700 allows for true hands-free operation. Plus, with a push-to-talk subscription from Verizon Wireless, you can communicate walkie-talkie style with a co-worker or entire teams anywhere in the country.
Design
The phone features a traditional clamshell design with a large, 128 x 128 TFT color display with 65,000 colors, as well as a 96 x 64 monochrome supplementary display on the front cover. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's control pad. Meanwhile, the top right side of the unit houses an antenna while the USB-capable data and charging port is housed on the unit's bottom edge. There's a standard jack to accept universal hands-free headsets, as well as one-touch buttons for volume and speakerphone functions. The phone's push-to-talk system is controlled by a prominent button on the top of the unit.
Calling Features
Robust calling features are at the heart of the LG VX4700. Speaker-independent voice recognition allows you to make calls and access other essential features, all without ever touching the device. Simply place the phone in driving mode and voice commands for contacts, digit dialing, redial, voice mail, driving, schedule and time are all made available so you can control all of the phone's basic functions with the sound of your voice. The VX4700's built-in address book can store up to 500 contacts for quick and easy management of phone numbers and email addresses. The phone comes with built-in ringers that can be associated with specific callers so you can easily identify who's calling you. A built-in 2-way speakerphone makes it easy for you and others in the car to talk handsfree, while the VX4700's GPS location technology pinpoints your exact location when you dial 911.
As mentioned, one of the key features of the VX4700 is its push-to-talk capability. The phone fully supports Verizon's push-to-talk service, which allows for one-touch conversations with anyone else on a Verizon push-to-talk phone. Group-based push-to-talk communication is also supported. It's like a having a CB radio with enough range to cover all of North America.
Messaging, Internet and Tools
The VX4700 covers the messaging basics with support for sending and receiving text, graphics and sound via messages. Getting on the Internet anywhere is easy with the VX4700, as well. Verizon's optional Mobile Web package allows you to read and send e-mails, exchange instant messages and view your favorite web content on your phone. You can check your e-mail, trade stocks online, compare prices while shopping, access flight information, get movie listings and find directions to the theater.
Verizon's Get It Now wireless download service is also fully compatible with the VX4700. This pay-per-download service features application downloads, games and productivity tools. You can also personalize your handset with ringtone downloads using the Get It Now service.
The VX4700 ships with a calendar, an alarm clock and a calculator, so you'll never be without crucial tools on the go.
Imaging and Entertainment
The phone features customizable screen graphics so you can make your phone reflect your personality. Games and other applications are available via the Get It Now service.
Vital Statistics
The LG VX4700 weighs 3.7 ounces and measures 3.80 x 1.93 x 0.89 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 200 minutes of digital talk time, and up to 190 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the AMPS 850/CDMA 850/CDMA 1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
VX4700 handset, standard lithium-ion battery, home charger, user's manual.
