LG’s DARE state-of-the-art touch phone

Posted on June 26th, 2008 by Salomonsson

The word is out, the product is officially available for the public.

Here is Verizon’s LG Dare offers a 3.2-megapixel camera, 240 x 400 touchscreen, microSDHC, Bluetooth 2.0, and a built-in photo editor. Available July 3rd, priced at $199.99 after rebates.

Let’s just put this out there: LG’s Dare is (or will be) the best touchscreen phone in Verizon’s lineup. It’s not quite as feature rich as the Instinct, but it corrects a lot of the Voyager’s flaws, from the touchscreen to the music player.

For a limited time, Verizon is giving away 8GB SD Card to new LG Dare owners who places online order and sign up for $79 Nationwide Basic plan (1350 minutes) or $99 Nationwide Basic Unlimited plan. Not a bad deal.

Apparently, Verizon couldn’t wait much longer either as they already put up the interactive userguide for the LG Dare on their website already.

http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia/mim/lg_vx9700_dare/

Specification

Dare to be different with Verizon Wireless’ newest phone - Dare™ by LG. This new handset will surpass your expectations with a large 3–inch touch screen that recognizes your handwriting and gives you tactile feedback. Zoom in closer to find a 3.2 megapixel camera/camcorder with advanced features like face detection for outstanding image quality. Of course, the Dare sounds just as good as it looks with a music player and Bluetooth® stereo. With HTML web browsing and a host of other alluring features, it’s up to any mobile challenge.

Design

Large 3″ Touch Screen with Tactile Feedback
Virtual QWERTY Keyboard

Camera/Video

3.2 Megapixel Camera & Camcorder
Camera Resolutions: 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480, 320×240
Video Resolution: 640×480, 320×240, 176×144
SmartPic Technology for Improved Image Quality
Face Detection – automatically detects a face when taking a picture
Panorama, Split Shot, & Frame Camera Setting
Image Editor – zoom, rotate, crop, add frames, icons, and write over images

Music

Music Player for MP3, WMA, unprotected AAC, & unprotected AAC+
Preset Sound Effect Equalizer
Multitask While Playing Music
Create and Manage Playlists
microSD™ Memory Port with up to 8GB Support
USB Mass Storage

Bluetooth®

Send all Contacts & Calendar Events via Bluetooth
Print & Send User–Generated Pictures (JPEG) via Bluetooth
Supported Profiles: Headset, Hands–free, Dial–Up Networking, Advanced Audio Distribution (stereo), Phonebook Access, Basic Printing, Object Push for vCard and vCalendar, File Transfer , Basic Imaging, Human Imaging Transfer

Services

Only Available on Nationwide Plans

Nationwide Premium Plan Capable
V CAST Music
V CAST Videos
Text/Picture/Video Messaging/Mobile IM/Voice Mail
HTML Web Browser with Touch Navigation
Media Center – download games, ringtones, and more
Mobile Email & VZ Navigator^sm

General

One–Touch Speakerphone & Speaker–Independent Voice Commands
Calculator, EZTip Calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock, Stopwatch, World Clock, Notebook, Notepad & Drawing Pad with handwriting recognition
Up to 1000 contacts, 5 entries per contact
Device Software Update – Download software upgrades over the air

Specifications

Frequency: 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA
Data Transmission: EV–DO Rev. A
Dimensions: 4.1″ (H) x 2.2″ (W) x 0.5″ (D)
Weight: 3.76 oz.
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3/T3
Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer’s highest FCC reported SAR 1.09 W/kg at ear, 0.987 W/kg on body
Display: 260K Color TFT, 240×400 Pixels, 2.98″
Handset Usage Time: Up to 280 Minutes OR
Handset Standby Time: Up to 360 Hours
3.5mm Headset Jack Capable
Handset Insurance is Available

Enhanced Touch Screen with Virtual QWERTY Keyboard
3.2 Megapixel Camera with Autofocus, Flash & Picture/Video Editing
HTML Web Browser
Bluetooth® Stereo Support for Listening to Music*
microSD™ Removable Memory
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3/T3
V CAST Music – Demo
V CAST Video – Demo
TTY Compatible
Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer’s highest FCC reported SAR 1.09 W/kg at ear, 0.987 W/kg on body. Actual SAR may vary.