Motorola E815 EV-DO Phone (Verizon) Review
April 30, 2006 10:46 AM | Motorola | Comments (0)
![]() Take a closer look at the E815's functions. |
The E815's internal 2.2-inch 176 x 220 screen sports a whopping 262,000 colors for viewing high-resolution video and games. The full-color, 98 x 67 supplementary external screen displays incoming call information, picture caller ID, camera self-portraits, signal strength, battery life, current time, and more. The 1.2-megapixel camera lens and LED flash is housed above this display. An extendable stub antenna is placed on the top right side of the phone, while a TransFlash/MiniSD memory slot is located next to the antenna. A standard 2.5mm stereo headset jack is present, as is a combined charging/USB data port. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's control pad.
Calling Features
The E815 boasts some powerful calling functions that make it a perfect part of a mobile office. The office-quality speakerphone makes it easy to converse without touching the handset--a big plus for car users. Enhanced voice dialing supports voice-to-digit dialing and name recognition for speedy dialing of contacts. The E815's voice recognition software supports voice commands from any user, not just a preprogrammed user's voice. Because the E815 is Bluetooth-enabled, wireless headsets can be configured with the phone for total hands-free operation.
The E815's 40 MB of internal memory can be used to hold up to 1000 contacts for quick access to e-mail addresses and phone numbers. The phone lets you easily assign pictures to your most common callers. In addition to vibrating alerts, the phone supports polyphonic ringtones as well as MP3 ringers, allowing you to use portions of your favorite songs to alert you to incoming calls. A number of ringtones come preloaded on the phone, and more ringtones can be downloaded from Verizon's Mobile Web service. The E815's GPS location technology pinpoints your exact location when you dial 911.
Messaging, Internet, and Tools
The E815 is a mobile messaging, e-mail, and Internet powerhouse. An included e-mail client supports POP3, SMTP, and IMAP4 e-mail standards (when used with optional Verizon data service). The phone's support for multimedia messaging means that text, photos, video, and audio can be sent with ease (Verizon messaging charges apply). When used in combination with the phone's built-in camera, MMS opens up a whole new world of messaging fun. There's also a built-in Web browser for Verizon Mobile Web downloads and mobile Web browsing. 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. iTap text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus for mobile e-mail and text messaging users.
With support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, the E815 is fully compatible with Verizon's V CAST service. With V CAST, you can download and stream high-quality video. Need news and weather? Get the latest Accuweather forecast delivered right to your handset, or stream CNN news headlines. ESPN sports updates, entertainment news from E!, and even Sesame Street content for the kids are all available. V CAST also serves as a portal for enhanced 3D games. Have more fun with a new breed of realistic games.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the E815, including a voice memo recorder, a calculator with currency converter, a calendar, and an alarm clock.
Use the E815's Bluetooth capability to set up a wireless link with a Bluetooth headset accessory, or connect to a computer or hand-held device to exchange and synchronize data. The phone supports the SyncML PC synchronization standard and can be used with Motorola's Mobile Phone Tools PC application to manage and synchronize contacts, calendar, and other data with your PC.
Imaging and Entertainment
Plenty of good times are built right into this handset, and that fun is expandable thanks to the E815's memory slot. The slot supports up to 256 MB of memory in addition to the phone's embedded memory. The phone's 1.2-megapixel camera with flash bridges the gap between phones and quality digital cameras, and it can even capture video. And don't forget that the E815 makes a great MP3 player; load up your favorite tunes and use the phone as a portable jukebox. Embedded animated screen savers and full-screen wallpapers are built in so you can set up the E815 to suit your tastes.
The E815 supports V CAST 3D games, as well as other 2D-based games, which are available from Verizon's Get It Now service.
EV-DO Wireless Broadband Coverage
Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.
Vital Statistics
The Motorola E815 weighs 4.06 ounces and measures 3.70 x 1.95 x 1.01 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.67 hours of digital talk time and up to 280 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the CDMA 850/CDMA 1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Motorola E815 handset, battery charger, lithium-ion battery, battery door, holster, user's manual, quick reference guide, welcome CD-ROM.
Note: The E815 supports Bluetooth Profiles for wireless headsets, hands-free accessories, and file transfer and synchronization with compatible PCs. It does not support all object exchange (OBEX) profiles.






















