fatpendulum
New member
Hi folks,
While I find myself fairly computer literate, I seem to be behind the times with cell phones.
I have no cell service at my home, but use it a lot while working, driving tractor-trailer.
I am still on my first phone, a Moto V265 that has served me well for 2.5 years now. But, time to upgrade - battery giving me problems, and the charging port is junk.
I've done hours of searching the forums here, and finally decided to try the Moto Slvr l7c. Being I have no Verizon store to look at the phones, I am relying on internet photos and reviews.
I just charged the Slvr, and really don't like it - I find the keys very hard to navigate.
So, here I am asking for your suggestions - here is my short list.....
Must be Verizon Wireless - no other carriers available in my home area (I think)
The phone is only used in the truck - it sits in a cradle on the dash. I opted for the Slvr for the main reason that I don't need a flip phone - I want to view the big screen while it is in the holder.
Big screen - I need glasses for reading only, but don't use them for driving. I need a big bright screen so I can see who is calling etc.
Bluetooth - just ordered a Plantronics 510 to use with my new phone.
Don't need a music player at all - XM radio in the truck.
A good camera would be a plus, but not a necessity - I do carry a small digital with me.
Easy to navigate buttons - I basically "feel" my way on the phone buttons while driving. I really don't like the "feel" of the Slvr buttons at all.
?
I think a touch screen phone would be ideal, and looked at the XV6700, but that is way overkill for me with all the functions. But, the size of the screen and easy of navigation are what I am looking for.
Any suggestions, or am I out of luck and stuck trying to get used to this Slvr?
Thanks
While I find myself fairly computer literate, I seem to be behind the times with cell phones.
I have no cell service at my home, but use it a lot while working, driving tractor-trailer.
I am still on my first phone, a Moto V265 that has served me well for 2.5 years now. But, time to upgrade - battery giving me problems, and the charging port is junk.
I've done hours of searching the forums here, and finally decided to try the Moto Slvr l7c. Being I have no Verizon store to look at the phones, I am relying on internet photos and reviews.
I just charged the Slvr, and really don't like it - I find the keys very hard to navigate.
So, here I am asking for your suggestions - here is my short list.....
Must be Verizon Wireless - no other carriers available in my home area (I think)
The phone is only used in the truck - it sits in a cradle on the dash. I opted for the Slvr for the main reason that I don't need a flip phone - I want to view the big screen while it is in the holder.
Big screen - I need glasses for reading only, but don't use them for driving. I need a big bright screen so I can see who is calling etc.
Bluetooth - just ordered a Plantronics 510 to use with my new phone.
Don't need a music player at all - XM radio in the truck.
A good camera would be a plus, but not a necessity - I do carry a small digital with me.
Easy to navigate buttons - I basically "feel" my way on the phone buttons while driving. I really don't like the "feel" of the Slvr buttons at all.
?
I think a touch screen phone would be ideal, and looked at the XV6700, but that is way overkill for me with all the functions. But, the size of the screen and easy of navigation are what I am looking for.
Any suggestions, or am I out of luck and stuck trying to get used to this Slvr?
Thanks