Criticisms
In practice, the GSM RAZR V3 can only support packet-switched data transfer speeds of about 40 kbit/s using GPRS technology. Many GSM phones can support an enhanced version of GPRS called EDGE which supports much higher data transfer speeds.The new revision for the regular V3 (known as the V3re R3442A) has EDGE available.Verizon intentionally restricts otherwise-available functionality in V3c and V3m models. Such phones are unable to transfer files via wireless Bluetooth (OBEX), forcing users to purchase ring tones and transfer photographs to home computers via Verizon’s paid PixPlace service. However, through certain unsanctioned modifications, some of these capabilities can be re-enabled. The V3c and V3m handsets sold through Sprint, US Cellular, and Alltel do not suffer from such limitations.Numerous complaints have risen about dust accumulating between the V3’s plastic screen and LCD glass, possibly through an external side button. Access to the dust requires peeling off the plastic cover, usually followed by a replacement cover.Due to many Sprint customers complaining about less than expected battery life, Motorola has begun to offer free high-capacity batteries to Sprint customers who contact Motorola’s customer service line with battery life issues.