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Manufacturer: Pantech & Curitel Part number: VMUTX1UTKITARN
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- Editors' review
- User reviews
- Specifications
- Manufacturer info
- Bottom Line:
- If you want an attractive yet affordable basic camera phone, the Virgin Mobile Arc is one of the better options in Virgin Mobile's lineup.
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CNET editors' review
Virgin Mobile Arc price range: $54.42
- Reviewed by: Nicole Lee
- Reviewed on: 07/22/2008
- Released on: 07/22/2008
The good: The Virgin Mobile Arc is a basic yet stylish camera phone, with decent call quality and an affordable price point. It also has Bluetooth and voice dialing.
The bad: The Virgin Mobile Arc has a slightly crowded keypad and bad photo quality.
The bottom line: If you want an attractive yet affordable basic camera phone, the Virgin Mobile Arc is one of the better options in Virgin Mobile's lineup.
User reviews
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Love my new Arc phone!
by renzo79 on December 24, 2009
Pros: 1. Color screen
2. Digital camera
3. Web browsing
4. Ease to setupCons: Small keypad, keys should be bigger,
phone volume at maximum should be
louder.Summary: I've been with Virgin Mobile for several years and the Arc is my
fifth model of cellular phone. By
far it is the most technologically
advanced phone from this ...Summary: I've been with Virgin Mobile for several years and the Arc is my
fifth model of cellular phone. By
far it is the most technologically
advanced phone from this carrier.
I'd recommend it to both current
users of VM and new customers who
want a terrific, easy to setup
and use phone. -
They are to harsh on phones that are not smart phones
by tay-luv on August 2, 2009
Pros: i love dat it has a stylish and unique design even tho it has no contract and the call quality is soo great
Cons: i dnt like the angle of the phone when your talkin 2 som1 it very uncomftorable
Summary: its a great phone if u dnt wanna pay mnthly payments then this phone is for u!
Summary: its a great phone if u dnt wanna pay mnthly payments then this phone is for u!
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Excellent quality for the price
by mitzie2007 on May 17, 2009
Pros: it has a camera for those spontaneous kodak moments, sound quality is good and gets reception where I live that greatly surpasses that of Boost Mobile. I haven't used the blue tooth so I can't comment on those.
Cons: Texting is minimally difficult as there isnt great space per text message, and the quality of the photos are diminished at best if not holding the phone perfectly still or using in bright light. My zoom seems to not work tho I figure it is my phone
Summary: I like the phone and would purchase it again. The camera was very important to me and so was my reception abilities and not changing phone companies.
Summary: I like the phone and would purchase it again. The camera was very important to me and so was my reception abilities and not changing phone companies.
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Lead exposure--This phone is not suitable for kids.
by readmyreview on April 22, 2009
Pros: Virgin mobile's prepaid service is great for those who don't talk a lot
Cons: Handling the cord of this phone's charger exposes you to lead (Check the manual carefully!). Definitely not suitable for kids! Do a little research and choose a phone that is not as toxic!
Summary: I like Virigin's inexpensive service and we've had 3 Virgin phones. After carefully reading reviews I purchased this phone for my child. Buried deep in the manual is ...
Summary: I like Virigin's inexpensive service and we've had 3 Virgin phones. After carefully reading reviews I purchased this phone for my child. Buried deep in the manual is the warning (required by the state of California) that handling the cord of the phone's charger exposes you to lead and you should wash your hands after doing so. This is apparently a common problem in electrical cords because lead is often added to the plastic coating. But there are many phones which apparently don't have so much lead (such as the Cyclops), assuming that the makers are complying with California law in their disclosures.
If you download the manual of any electronics you are considering purchasing, you can search for this safety warning. It can be hard to search for the word "lead" but there is a specific statement required which includes the word "California". (Note that there are various exceptions where the warning is not required, such as for infrequently handled cords).
Let's send a message to companies that it is unacceptable to market products to kids (or anyone) that will expose them to lead--choose a different phone! CNET you are the professional reviewers, you should be checking these things for us! -
It's a basic phone
by Geronimo2012 on April 1, 2009
Pros: the design
the little shortcut keys so u can acces ur account
ok call qualityCons: the camera is horrible!
the speakerphone is not loud enoughSummary: the arc is an ok phone. i like making calls with this phone because calls are always clear. it's not a contract phone so there is no need to ...
Summary: the arc is an ok phone. i like making calls with this phone because calls are always clear. it's not a contract phone so there is no need to worry about a monthly bill
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Excellent value!
by lei77 on December 14, 2008
Pros: Price, design, reliable.
Cons: Picture quality is not great.
Summary: The camera could be a little better, flash would help. But for forty dollars, the phone has exceded my expectations.
Summary: The camera could be a little better, flash would help. But for forty dollars, the phone has exceded my expectations.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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just got it!! mad good!!
by brad0101401 on November 2, 2008
Pros: ok camera.. good battery.. bluetooth is good..
Cons: it wont let you download ring tones from the browser on the phone
Summary: get it its nice!!!
Summary: get it its nice!!!
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Pantech & Curitel
- Part number: VMUTX1UTKITARN
- Bottom Line: If you want an attractive yet affordable basic camera phone, the Virgin Mobile Arc is one of the better options in Virgin Mobile's lineup.
General
- Phone Design Flip
- Width 0.8 in
- Depth 0.7 in
- Height 3.8 in
- Weight 0.2 lbs
Cellular
- Service Provider Virgin Mobile
Messaging & Internet
- Messaging & Data Features Text messages
- Downloadable Content Ring tones,
Chat park,
Graphics,
Games Communications
- Wireless Interface Bluetooth
Phone Features
- Additional Features TTY compatible
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories desktop charger,
Battery Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details 1 year limited warranty
Manufacturer info
- Manufacturer profile
- Browse Pantech & Curitel products on Shopper.com
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- Manufacturer:Pantech & Curitel
- Address:
11240 Warland Dr., Cypress, CA 90630
