LG is scheduled to release a Sprint PCS Bluetooth phone in September. The model is the 325 and is a slider-type phone.

 

so its like that virgin mobile slider phone?

 

TLover, thanks very much for this info.

Sorry for clueless questions, but what is LG? And what is a slider-type phone? I'm only familiar with flip-type and standard-type. Thanks.

 

"Lucky Group" - a S. Korean chaebol. Also, FWIW, if you're looking for a good window a/c unit they make some nice quiet models.

 

:lol2:

Thanks!

 

http://us.lge.com/index.do

Instead of flipping open, the phone slides open.

 

Think the V710 could be used on the Sprint network? I know it's a verizon phone, but that V710 sure looks nice. I haven't seen a pick of the 325, but from the sounds of things, I think I'd prefer using the moto phone

 

Where did you get this information. If its true I'll hold out buying a bluetooth phone til then.

 

My friend works for Sprint. He says he's meeting with the LG reps today and will ask them about it. I'll keep you guys posted.

 

Thanks for the link, TLover.

 

I talked to my buddy and LG is releasing a Bluetooth/HFL phone by September. No pricing available yet.

 

this is great. i have been waiting for this. i got a contract with sprint for another 9 months or so. And i have always had one, becuase i keep on getting new phones. And for now they had nothing. i cant wait to use my bluuuuteeeetthhhhhh. :facelick:

 

Apparently, all the Sprint people were oooooing and ahhhhing over the phone so it sounds like it's going to be nice.

 

So can you buy a bluetooth phone and have your provider hook it up? I have Sprint and I like the Motorola V600, but that phone is only offered by AT&T and Cingular

 

It doesn't take much to get the Sprint people to "ooh and ahh" over a phone since they carry such garbage phones. I left them about a year ago since they refused to carry Motorola phones for so long. I've always preferred the sound quality of Motorola phones compared to LG, Samsnug etc. The rest sound tinny to me. I'm one of those weird ones that just uses a cell phone to talk.

 

I have the Sony Ericsson T608. Currently it is the only bluetooth phone that works with sprint. It works with the HFL VERY well. If someone is interested, you can get them on Ebay.

 

The new LG has also been discussed over at Sprintusers.com

http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43487

-phil

 

This would suck. I just spent 200 on the T608 :spankme:

 

LG applied for FCC approval of this phone this week. The FCC authoizaion letter confirms the phone is a PCS Bluetooth phone:

https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/c...cc_id=BEJLX325

The user's guide confirms it is for Sprint:

https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/f...ive_or_pdf=pdf

And here's some photos:

https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/f...ive_or_pdf=pdf

-phil

 

Actually, LG stands for Lucky Goldstar

 

Anyone have news/update?

 

Did some searching and found a picture, (the link above doesn't work anymore). I am guessing this is it.

 

I spend 45 mintues on the phone with Sprint Customer service. After a lot of searching on their side, they re-confirmed the Sept date for the LG 325.

 

Shhaawwweeeettttttttt

We need more options, and sprint is starting to realize there is a demand.

 

From what I was told you can use the wireless jabra headset, and the bluetooth on that will work with the system. You all will have to check to verify. If it doesn't work I'm sure you can return it.

 

On June 22, LG requested that the FCC make the pictures and user's guide confidential until August 6. I expect they will show up on the FCC site then.

-phil

 

Im waiting it out for the Treo Ace. This is gonna be the holy grail of them all! 320x320 display+1.3MP camera+Palm OS+Bluetooth+Keypad+SD slot+one hell of a engineering team= Treo ace

 

.. Palm OS, eh. I am not impressed and more than likely it won't suppose handsfree profile.

 

I have had my 04 TL since January. I have been waiting for a better Sprint phone to come out (I dont much care for candy bar phones). I was going to surrender and just settle for the T608. Glad I did a search, I'm sure that the new phone is worth waiting for.



Mike Seezy,

 

Looks like the release date for the LG has been pushed back to October. :'(

 

any pics of phone?

 

Dude, I posted it on the first page...

 

Bringing this thread back to life since the expected release date was Sept, and we are getting close.

Anyone have any news/rumors?

I have two things:
1) It may not be released until October.

2) https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/f...ive_or_pdf=pdf

Could someone copy text, I can't open it, from the link above and email it to me, aeroengineer@gmail.com ? It should be the user's guide and photos for the LG325.

 

Rebate is $150 for 2yr, $100 for 1 year agreement...new activations or upgrade customers only...the forms have already been released by corporate

10/1/04 is the projected release date.

 

I just got this info via email with Sprint............the lack of information they provide is mind boggling. If only I did not have another year on my contract they would be history. I have been getting the same story since January when I got my car.


I appreciate the opportunity to address your concern.

Please understand that we do plan to launch some new bluetooth phones.
Currently we will not be launching the Bluetooth phone by LG. When we
launch this phone you will be notified regarding the price.

We appreciate your support in this regard.

Marlyn S.
Sprint eCare

Any comments from anyone?

 

big suggestion: Just bite the early termination fee and port your number over to another carrier. you'll be happier.

 

mobilzen,

I would leave them in a minute except I have a family plan and each phone on the plan has an early termination fee. I like the family plan because calls to the same provider are free and with 2 college kids it sure saves lots of minutes!

 

Sounds great but my company pays for my phone and we use sprint. =o)

 

That is very sad.

 

Talked to Sprint yesterday. They are saying mid-Nov for the PM-325.