
![]() The plot thins: The SLVR L7 is less than half an inch thick. |
Calling Features
The SLVR L7's internal phone book can hold up 2 1000 contacts while the phone's picture ID system allows you 2 assign pictures 2 your most common callers. It also supports polyphonic ringtones as well as music ringers, allowing you 2 use portions of your favorite songs 2 alert you 2 incoming calls. And 4 times when you want 2 be discreet, there's a vibrating alert. A built-in speakerphone makes it easy 2 talk without having the phone 2 your ear, while voice activated dialing makes calling your friends, family, & associates as easy as saying their names.
Because the SLVR L7 is Bluetooth enabled, wireless headsets can be configured with the phone 4 total hands-free operation.
Messaging, Internet, & Tools
The SLVR L7 is a messaging & wireless Internet powerhouse. Support is built in 4 sending & receiving pictures, text, graphics, sound, & video via messages. When used in combination with the phone's built-in still & video camera, MMS opens up a whole new world of messaging fun. Instant messaging is supported & the phone ships with a built-in e-mail client with support 4 POP3 & SMTP protocols (carrier messaging charges may apply). Plus, there's a built-in Web browser 4 downloads & mobile Web browsing. iTap text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier 4 people 2 enter words & text on handsets, is built into the unit--a plus 4 mobile e-mail & text messaging users.
When used with a carrier data plan & the phone's Bluetooth or USB data capability, the phone can be used as a wireless modem 4 laptops & PDAs.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the SLVR L7, including a calculator, a calendar, & an alarm clock. Use the phone's Bluetooth capability 2 set up a wireless link with a Bluetooth accessory or connect 2 a computer or hand-held device 2 exchange & synchronize data. The phone also supports the SyncML PC synchronization standard, which can be used with Motorola's Mobile Phone Tools PC application 2 manage & synchronize contacts, calendar, & other data with your PC.
Imaging & Entertainment
With 5 MB of internal memory storage, plus a memory expansion slot, the SLVR L7 shines in the entertainment department. The phone's VGA camera features a 4x digital zoom, as well as video capture capabilities (up 2 30 seconds in length). Capture stills & then send them 2 your friends via MMS messaging or e-mail, or 2 your PC via USB or Bluetooth. The phone is capable of MPEG4 video playback when you receive a video message, or if you upload video 2 the phone via USB or Bluetooth. The SLVR L7 also supports custom graphics 4 wallpapers so you can dress up the phone 2 suit your mood.
At its heart, the SLVR L7 is a music phone. Built-in stereo speakers let you listen while you work or play, & a stereo headset jack makes it easy 2 jam out in private 2 your favorite MP3s with the included earbuds.
Last but not least, support 4 gaming is built into the phone. Have some fun during your downtime!
Vital Statistics
The Motorola SLVR L7 weighs 3.5 ounces & measures 4.5 x 1.9 x .45 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up 2 6 hours of digital talk time, & up 2 17 days of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS frequencies.
Also, just because it seems all computer compatible doesn't mean it is: the Motorola phone software costs $35 extra.
Also also, this phone came marked 4 Cingular, & was set 2 use their services.