Verizon: Motorola V710 Updated
Verizon has begun to issue a new firmware update for the discontinued (and sued) Motorola V710. The update is version 8700_02.03.00R but little is known about it at this time. Most stores have not received the update, but will get it over the course of the next week. As always, you should call your local […]
Verizon Motorola V710 Settlement Terms Posted
Though placed on their web site over a month ago, Verizon has finally re-posted their settlement terms for the Motorola V710 class action suit. The settlement does offer a refund of the purchase price of the device and all Verizon accessories, as well as a refund of any early termination fees for people who left […]
Verizon Launches Motorola E815… BT Hindered (Updated)
Update: Verizon has clarified their references below, and now states that the E815 does work with many in-car systems. Apparently, the device does support OBEX contact transfer for in-car Bluetooth systems, and that the hindered OBEX protocols are more directed at sending and receiving files. You can view an official PDF of the E815’s car […]
Alltel Closes Case On New Verizon Suit Over V710
Many sites have reported on this, but, we decided to hold off coverage until we could break new ground (and clarity) on the matter. Here’s the story up to now: A law firm in California (Kirtland & Packard) is suing Verizon Wireless because they fail to note that several of the Bluetooth profiles in their […]
Verizon: iSync 1.5 Supports Motorola V710
Apple has released iSync 1.5, an update to their free synchronization software. In this release, support for the Motorola V710 has been added. Apple notes that the V710, as with all Motorola phones, can only be synchronized via USB cable with iSync currently.
Verizon: Motorola V710 Launches Online *Updated*
Update: The V710 is not on the main online web site, only through the special portal linked below. Also, the portal is only accepting new two-year activations. NE2 and one-year contract customers cannot place an order for the V710 online currently. Verizon has placed the Motorola V710 for sale online. Currently the server appears to […]
Verizon: Motorola V710 Arriving At Radio Shack
The highly anticipated Motorola V710, Verizon’s first phone with integrated Bluetooth, is finally arriving in Radio Shack stores. Most stores have been issued two or less. Retail at Radio Shack is $519.99 for current customers ($100 higher than the Verizon launch price of $419.99). New Every 2 upgrade programs are not available at Radio Shack […]
V710 Giveaway Mentions Sprint
The Motorola V710 promotion site (giving away a Bluetooth headset to some inital V710 buyers) asks what carrier you have, and it lists Sprint PCS. It is worth mentioning that Sprint is not listed as a Motorola carrier anywhere else on their site. Now, this is no guarantee that Sprint will pick up this device […]
CTIA: Motorola V60v & V710 Shown
Sprint has officially announced at CTIA that they will be carrying the V60v, but has stated that it will not be in-stores at launch, and through business channels initially. This usually means that it will be available through TeleSales only. We can only speculate at this time (as the device has not been approved for […]
V710 Adds Flash Memory Support
PhoneScoop has coverage of the new ultra-small T-Flash memory, and the announcement that Motorola has added it to the upcoming V710 (which may be headed to Sprint).