Customer Reviews:
sturdy.......2007-03-29
buy a few if you work in or around construction. it stays really strong until you bump into something hard.
Motorola PEBL U6 swivel holster.......2006-07-03
Having owned a similar holster for a Motorola MPX220, I thought this holster would work out very well. It does handle the job of securing the phone firmly and ratchets in 6 positions however unlike the MPX220 holster you cannot open the phone while in the holster. The top locking tabs at first does not fit the phone well, you must force the phone into place. The tabs tend to catch on the rubber cover for the power cord input, you cannot charge it while in the holster unlike the MPX220 holster design. Overall its serviceable and does the job, but I was disappointed that it was not a bit more versatile. Its not the holster's fault though, more of a design flaw of the PEBL in order to keep it sleek and uniform I suppose (that and that you need a new type of charger input.)
Average customer rating:
- It works! A miracle! It's cheaply made!
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Customer Reviews:
It works! A miracle! It's cheaply made!.......2007-04-18
I own a KRZR. I needed a car-charger for it. This one seemed cool because of it's retractable cord. It IS cool! Has a bright blue light so you know it's on, and the retractable cord is key - I don't need wires sticking out of anywhere from within my car! Works great. I assume this mini-usb charger works for many other things, but all I care about is charging my phone when I use the GPS function, which is a battery-killer.
*UPDATE: After only a few dozen uses, this piece of crap BROKE. The mini-usb plug in part literally fell apart. The plastic isn't well-put-together and after only a few snaps of the retractable cord, it broke into several pieces. This thing is legit garbage.
Amazon.com Review
Motorola's PEBL U6 is the second model in Motorola's high-end "four-letter word" line, following the super popular RAZR V3. The PEBL takes some of the same materials and technologies used in the RAZR and packages them into a completely different kind of clamshell handset. While the RAZR is all about thin, sharp angles, the PEBL is more about design, making use of soft curves and smooth lines throughout.
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Screen shots from the PEBL. |
Click here to get a 3-D view of the Motorola PEBL.
The blue finish on the smooth, rounded exterior of the PEBL U6 manages to be very glossy while still having a visual texture to it. The effect is very cool in person, but the downside is that the phone is an absolute magnet for finger prints. But that's just the cost of high fashion, isn't it?
The PEBL's biggest claim to fame is perhaps not its shape and look, but its unique opening mechanism. A series of custom hinges, a dampening device, and some magnets allow the PEBL U6 to be opened up one-handed in a very smooth, elegant manner. When holding the device, you simply use your thumb to pull the top cover towards the bottom of the device a bit, which releases the magnetic latch that keeps the spring-loaded opening mechanism at bay. At that point you simply move your thumb out of the way and let the spring do its job. The motion is smooth and slow enough not to cause the device to become unbalanced.
Once open, the PEBL's unusual keypad is ready for use. The directional controller and its center select button are very typical of mobile phones, but the rest of the keypad builds on some of the design elements we saw in the RAZR's keypad. The PEBL's keypad and softkeys are completely flat. The actual buttons are hidden behind a single sheet of metal that has a bit of give to it, allowing finger pressure to make its way to the switches underneath. Thin strips of translucent material let light filter in from behind, just as they do on the RAZR's keypad. The net result is a very distinct-looking keypad that probably sacrifices a bit too much in the name of fashion. Individual keys are simply much easier to find and press, even if they don't look nearly as sharp.
The inner workings of the PEBL U6 seem to be stock Motorola. The handset comes in two variations, each of which supports three GSM frequency bands and EDGE data. The North American version supports the 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 Mhz bands. The internal display is a 262k-color unit with a pixel resolution of 176x220. The battery should be good for over 6 and a half hours of talk time, or up to as long as 10 days of standby time according to Motorola. Bluetooth support more than makes up for a lack of infrared connectivity. The only aspect that seems a bit dated is the PEBL's VGA camera. For a high-end handset like the PEBL, you certainly would expect more resolution in the camera, at least it's capable of recording MPEG4 video clips.
Other highlights include 5 MB of internal storage that can be used for MP3 or MIDI ringtones, photos and video clips, and downloaded Java games and applications. The addition of speaker-independent voice dialing and voice commands is welcome, and the PEBL's relatively low weight of 3.7 ounces (110 g) makes it quite pocketable.
Motorola's PEBL U6 is a unique handset. Where it goes, stares and longing gazes will follow. It might not have the full range of high-end features inside, but for the see-and-be-seen crowd, it probably has everything to get the job done.
Pros:
- Unique design
- Automatic opening mechanism
- Bluetooth
Cons:
- Low-resolution camera
- Difficult keypad
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Customer Reviews:
Blue PEBL wonder.......2007-07-11
I love this phone. I love the way you slide open the phone and I love the feel of it. I have noticed a few glitches in the software, sometimes my phone freezes for no reason or if I hit a button it goes to the next menu but then switches back to the previous screen for no reason. The camera is decent too. But comparing this phone to a nextel phone the speakerphone feature is bad- you can barely hear. Overall this phone is really kewl but the phone companies aren't using it anymore because of all the kinks that need to be worked out.
The PEBL is a great phone!.......2006-12-30
I got a Motorola PEBL for Christmas. So far, it has been a great phone. It rings loud and clear, and I can hear the person talking on the other end of the phone just as clear as talking on a regular phone. It is a great color and shape to fit in a cell phone case, and so far it has no problems at all. It has good games on it, and it opens and closes well. I love the Motorola PEBL!!! Its a great phone!!
Beware the Blue.......2006-12-18
An evil unreliable broklen phone waiting to happen. I had to switch this phone THREE times due to cell phone malfunctions that were not my falt at all. The first one I got its LCD screen DIED and shut off by itself while on a flat surface and was left alone, then the replacement they sent me had a nonworking speaker phone after less than a week of use, and the third replacement you can't hear the other person at all! All three phones lasted less than three months combined! Audio and Visual abilities are horrific. Stay away from this phone and you'll stay away from headaches and the desire to chuck it out the window. ZERO STARS IF POSSIBLE! One star is beyond generous.
Amazon.com Review
Motorola's PEBL U6 is the second model in Motorola's high-end "four-letter word" line, following the super popular RAZR V3. The PEBL takes some of the same materials and technologies used in the RAZR and packages them into a completely different kind of clamshell handset. While the RAZR is all about thin, sharp angles, the PEBL is more about design, making use of soft curves and smooth lines throughout.
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Screen shots from the PEBL. |
Click here to get a 3-D view of the Motorola PEBL.
The orange finish on the smooth, rounded exterior of the PEBL U6 manages to be very glossy while still having a visual texture to it. The effect is very cool in person, but the downside is that the phone is an absolute magnet for finger prints. But that's just the cost of high fashion, isn't it?
The PEBL's biggest claim to fame is perhaps not its shape and look, but its unique opening mechanism. A series of custom hinges, a dampening device, and some magnets allow the PEBL U6 to be opened up one-handed in a very smooth, elegant manner. When holding the device, you simply use your thumb to pull the top cover towards the bottom of the device a bit, which releases the magnetic latch that keeps the spring-loaded opening mechanism at bay. At that point you simply move your thumb out of the way and let the spring do its job. The motion is smooth and slow enough not to cause the device to become unbalanced.
Once open, the PEBL's unusual keypad is ready for use. The directional controller and its center select button are very typical of mobile phones, but the rest of the keypad builds on some of the design elements we saw in the RAZR's keypad. The PEBL's keypad and softkeys are completely flat. The actual buttons are hidden behind a single sheet of metal that has a bit of give to it, allowing finger pressure to make its way to the switches underneath. Thin strips of translucent material let light filter in from behind, just as they do on the RAZR's keypad. The net result is a very distinct-looking keypad that probably sacrifices a bit too much in the name of fashion. Individual keys are simply much easier to find and press, even if they don't look nearly as sharp.
The inner workings of the PEBL U6 seem to be stock Motorola. The handset comes in two variations, each of which supports three GSM frequency bands and EDGE data. The North American version supports the 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 Mhz bands. The internal display is a 262k-color unit with a pixel resolution of 176x220. The battery should be good for over 6 and a half hours of talk time, or up to as long as 10 days of standby time according to Motorola. Bluetooth support more than makes up for a lack of infrared connectivity. The only aspect that seems a bit dated is the PEBL's VGA camera. For a high-end handset like the PEBL, you certainly would expect more resolution in the camera, at least it's capable of recording MPEG4 video clips.
Other highlights include 5 MB of internal storage that can be used for MP3 or MIDI ringtones, photos and video clips, and downloaded Java games and applications. The addition of speaker-independent voice dialing and voice commands is welcome, and the PEBL's relatively low weight of 3.7 ounces (110 g) makes it quite pocketable.
Motorola's PEBL U6 is a unique handset. Where it goes, stares and longing gazes will follow. It might not have the full range of high-end features inside, but for the see-and-be-seen crowd, it probably has everything to get the job done.
Pros:
- Unique design
- Automatic opening mechanism
- Bluetooth
Cons:
- Low-resolution camera
- Difficult keypad
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Customer Reviews:
Looks Good, Plays Bad.......2007-01-23
If I could give an award to the best looking phone I ever had, it would definately go to this guy. The way it slides and flips open is also very innovative.
However, the phone itself is mediocre at best. The buttons have no grip; pressing wrong buttons is inevitable. The production quality of the phone is poor. Its pretty much made out of cardborad. I have bad reception and signal. I have people asking me why they cant get ahold of me; the peble is the culrpit. I called T-mobile to discuss this poor phone and they let me know that it was discontinued due to defects. I'm keeping this phone for about 2 more weeks and upgrading ASAP. And yeah, I've only had the phone about 3 weeks to begin with. Like someone else stated above, my outside screen has also cracked and Motorola refuses to fix it w/o me paying big bux. Who puts a flimsy screen on the outside of a phone?! Motorola does. I've been told by many that the cracked screen is common. Overall,I would NOT suggest purchasing this phone.
P.S. to the person above me who says don't go to T-mobile because they have bad reception and signal. How long have we been using cell phones people? We should know by now that your signal and service depends on your service provider but more than that, it depends on your phone too. I've been with T-mobile for 3 years and there ain't no way I'm changing. I think they are great. The Peble is the culprit. I also have bad reception and signal with this phone. If you want good signal, stay with T-mobile, just get a Nokia. Nokia makes top quality phones.
A beautiful phone but with some limitations.......2007-01-13
I love this phone. I love it so much when, having had it for just two weeks and accidentally immersing it in seawater so that it died, I bought another one. My original one was a free upgrade but after two weeks I was willing to spend £100 on a replacement. I liked it that much.
I've now had my PEBL for over six months. I still love it, but some of its limitations have become apparent. I'll list the pros and cons and you can judge for yourself.
**Pro the PEBL**
It's a clamshell - why would anyone ever buy a phone that isn't a clamshell and risk phoning someone up when kicking their bag in a pub (yes, I did this with a normal phone, but fortunately phoned the friend I was in the pub with so we realised; saved a huge bill!)?
Beautiful design and, as yet, I haven't found it at all flimsy
That fantastic opening manoeuvre which is just so cool
Some good standard ringtones
Battery life seems fine
Menus are reasonably customisable and there are lots of useful options
The phone is lightweight, fits in a lady's pocket and that smooth shape works well
Reception seems fine wherever I use it and it's always easy to hear people and for them to hear me
**Cons for the PEBL**
The camera is really pants. The one on my previous Samsung was 10 times better and that was an older phone. The video feature is equally pants.
Texting can be slow... you type quite far ahead of the actual phone sometimes, and I'm no speedy teenager at texting
The software that came with the phone doesn't work with my PC running WinXP (I think this is a conflict with my computer as it is meant to work); however, I have some other Bluetooth software which will work for transferring files and stuff, I just can't use all the address book features that are in the proper software
The main thing about this phone for me is the good design and it's very easy to live with. Despite the poor quality of photos I still give it 5 stars because I think it's that good. It won't suit everyone but that's why there are hundreds of different models of phone out there!
My favorite phone yet!.......2006-12-12
Got this phone through T-Mobile... I love the color (the picture on Amazon is pretty much dead-on), the size/shape (fits nicely in the palm of my hand with no protruding antenna), and the silky smooth finish. It doesn't feel cheap and plastic like my last phone. It takes a little practice to learn how to open it correctly, but once you master the technique, you won't even think about it. I've taken this phone all over the world and used it in China, France, and the USA. Ironically enough, I get zero signal at my home here in Athens, GA but I can be in some small Chinese town that I could probably never find on a map and it works great! The screen on this phone is large and bright and the keypad is easy to use, although it does get greasy very easily. I like the bluetooth feature because I can use it to connect to my PowerBook and sync my address book as well as transfer photos back and forth. The built-in camera is pretty crummy... it's fun to send somebody a picture message but I'd never try to use it for anything serious. My only real complaint about this phone is that I haven't figured out how to clean the outside of it yet. I had it in a bag that also contained a lead pencil, and it ended up with some gray smudges here and there that just won't go away.
Love the phone .......2006-11-05
I moved to T-mobile and I got the peeble in orange. Love the phone, easy to use, no problem at all. Camera works fine, voice comand excellent. Pad to enter the numbers not bad.
T-mobile gave me excellent service. So far A+
LOOKS ARE DECEIVING.......2006-10-20
I have had this phone for about 3mo. This is my 2nd phone in 3mo. The 1st one they sent would not work and I had to send it back. The outside face plate has already cracked. The back cover will not stay on. It is hard to open. The voice dial does not work well. And the photo options are hard to work. I tired to return back to T-Mobile but no luck. BTW if you are with another phone compnay DO NOT move to T-Mobile. I left NEXTEL, I am am so sorry I did. My T-MOBILE experience...BAD SERVICE, BAD SIGNAL!!!!
It does not sound like it, but I think of my self as a level headed consumer...but my entire T-Mobile experience including the PEBL phone is one of the worst I have had with in the cellular industry.
1 Star for a good looking phone.
Amazon.com Review
Motorola's PEBL U6 is the second model in Motorola's high-end "four-letter word" line, following the super popular RAZR V3. The PEBL takes some of the same materials and technologies used in the RAZR and packages them into a completely different kind of clamshell handset. While the RAZR is all about thin, sharp angles, the PEBL is more about design, making use of soft curves and smooth lines throughout.
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Screen shots from the PEBL. |
Click here to get a 3-D view of the Motorola PEBL.
The graphite black finish on the smooth, rounded exterior of the PEBL U6 manages to very glossy while still having a visual texture to it. The effect is very cool in person, but the downside is that the phone is an absolute magnet for finger prints. But that's just the cost of high fashion, isn't it?
The PEBL's biggest claim to fame is perhaps not its shape and look, but its unique opening mechanism. A series of custom hinges, a dampening device, and some magnets allow the PEBL U6 to be opened up one-handed in a very smooth, elegant manner. When holding the device, you simply use your thumb to pull the top cover towards the bottom of the device a bit, which releases the magnetic latch that keeps the spring-loaded opening mechanism at bay. At that point you simply move your thumb out of the way and let the spring do its job. The motion is smooth and slow enough not to cause the device to become unbalanced.
Once open, the PEBL's unusual keypad is ready for use. The directional controller and its center select button are very typical of mobile phones, but the rest of the keypad builds on some of the design elements we saw in the RAZR's keypad. The PEBL's keypad and softkeys are completely flat. The actual buttons are hidden behind a single sheet of metal that has a bit of give to it, allowing finger pressure to make its way to the switches underneath. Thin strips of translucent material let light filter in from behind, just as they do on the RAZR's keypad. The net result is a very distinct-looking keypad that probably sacrifices a bit too much in the name of fashion. Individual keys are simply much easier to find and press, even if they don't look nearly as sharp.
The inner workings of the PEBL U6 seem to be stock Motorola. The handset comes in two variations, each of which supports three GSM frequency bands and EDGE data. The North American version supports the 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 Mhz bands. The internal display is a 262k-color unit with a pixel resolution of 176x220. The battery should be good for over 6 and a half hours of talk time, or up to as long as 10 days of standby time according to Motorola. Bluetooth support more than makes up for a lack of infrared connectivity. The only aspect that seems a bit dated is the PEBL's VGA camera. For a high-end handset like the PEBL, you certainly would expect more resolution in the camera, at least it's capable of recording MPEG4 video clips.
Other highlights include 5 MB of internal storage that can be used for MP3 or MIDI ringtones, photos and video clips, and downloaded Java games and applications. The addition of speaker-independent voice dialing and voice commands is welcome, and the PEBL's relatively low weight of 3.7 ounces (110 g) makes it quite pocketable.
Pros:
- Unique design
- Automatic opening mechanism
- Bluetooth
Cons:
- Low-resolution camera
- Difficult keypad
Motorola's PEBL U6 is a unique handset. Where it goes, stares and longing gazes will follow. It might not have the full range of high-end features inside, but for the see-and-be-seen crowd, it probably has everything to get the job done.
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Customer Reviews:
Horrid!.......2007-03-30
This has to be the absolute worst phone in the world. Menus suck, reception is lousy, it has problems with bluetooth signal quality and is constantly telling me to switch to the handset, the battery life is good for about an hour or two at most of talking, the keypad is hard to use because the directional pad has an awkward shape. I go this phone for free and hate it! I will glady pay money to get a phone that I feel is functional. The only good thing about it is the fact that it has a nice one handed opening mechanism. Thats it. There is nothing else worthy of even mentioning of this unfortunate waste of plastic.
Sleek and stylish, but missing a feature or two.......2007-02-19
Got this phone to replace a V551 (also Motorola)
Pro's
looks good
easy to hold
cool in general
stays in pocket better than the boxy razr or krazr, and doesn't "poke" you with its corners or antenna
scratches less easily b/c of rubberized coating
has a "name dial' voice activiated dial function that does not require your "voice training" each entry
non-color external window is less of a battery drain
decent battery life (I charge about every 3 days)
decent ringtone selection that comes with phone (better than v551)
T-mobile service is great in my area (Los Angeles): better than Cingular
good voice quality and volume (less tin-y than the Samsung I once had)
Cons
No actual voice recorder-- you cannot record your voice while in middle of a conversation-- When not in conversation, you can use 'voice notes' which is like sending a voice-text-message, but you are charged every time you use it, even if you're sending a note to yourself. This is my hands down biggest disappointment with this phone.
Difficult to type on keypad -- I'm fairly young and hip (in my twenties) and still found this more difficult than I expected. given the voice activated dialing, and the fact that you can sync w/ your computer via bluetooth-- it isn't too much of a problem (just enter numbers on your computer, then sync). If you are constantly dialing numbers you don't store in your phone-- this might not be the phone for you.
I'm not big into pictures, music, and data on my phone-- that's why I have a camera, ipod, and a laptop.
If switching companies, and keeping your number, I think Amazon lets you get a temporary T-mobile number. Without a temporary number, T-mobile may shut down your other service before the phone comes in the mail (which happened to me and wasn't cool! Typical, I believe, if you order from T-mobile directly.)
For better or worse, it's a Motorola..........2007-02-05
I have to admit I like Motorola's phone designs. The PEBL has a very solid feel to it, and I really like its whole magnetic opening/closing mechanism.
Unfortunately, the software running on Motorola's phones has always been pretty weak, and the PEBL software doesn't offer any noticeable improvements over what's in my 3-year-old V600. Texting and scrolling are both still quite slow.
Motorola has swapped the locations of the call and hangup buttons from where they were on their older phones. This now matches with phones from other manufacturers, but it was "backwards" for me and took a little while to get used to.
Everything else is pretty much as advertised. Bluetooth works fine. The camera is mediocre but works.
T-Mobile was happy to unlock my phone after 90 days, which was useful on a trip to Europe where I was able to use a local SIM card. The PEBL's quad-band support worked well.
A beautiful phone but with some limitations.......2007-01-13
I love this phone. I love it so much when, having had it for just two weeks and accidentally immersing it in seawater so that it died, I bought another one. My original one was a free upgrade but after two weeks I was willing to spend £100 on a replacement. I liked it that much.
I've now had my PEBL for over six months. I still love it, but some of its limitations have become apparent. I'll list the pros and cons and you can judge for yourself.
**Pro the PEBL**
It's a clamshell - why would anyone ever buy a phone that isn't a clamshell and risk phoning someone up when kicking their bag in a pub (yes, I did this with a normal phone, but fortunately phoned the friend I was in the pub with so we realised; saved a huge bill!)?
Beautiful design and, as yet, I haven't found it at all flimsy
That fantastic opening manoeuvre which is just so cool
Some good standard ringtones
Battery life seems fine
Menus are reasonably customisable and there are lots of useful options
The phone is lightweight, fits in a lady's pocket and that smooth shape works well
Reception seems fine wherever I use it and it's always easy to hear people and for them to hear me
**Cons for the PEBL**
The camera is really pants. The one on my previous Samsung was 10 times better and that was an older phone. The video feature is equally pants.
Texting can be slow... you type quite far ahead of the actual phone sometimes, and I'm no speedy teenager at texting
The software that came with the phone doesn't work with my PC running WinXP (I think this is a conflict with my computer as it is meant to work); however, I have some other Bluetooth software which will work for transferring files and stuff, I just can't use all the address book features that are in the proper software
The main thing about this phone for me is the good design and it's very easy to live with. Despite the poor quality of photos I still give it 5 stars because I think it's that good. It won't suit everyone but that's why there are hundreds of different models of phone out there!
GREAT PHONE!.......2007-01-08
I have had this phone a week now and I LOVE it. Easy to handle, SUPERB quality, AWESOME reception. I have nothing negative to say about this phone.
Amazon.com Review
Motorola's PEBL U6 is the second model in Motorola's high-end "four-letter word" line, following the super popular RAZR V3. The PEBL takes some of the same materials and technologies used in the RAZR and packages them into a completely different kind of clamshell handset. While the RAZR is all about thin, sharp angles, the PEBL is more about design, making use of soft curves and smooth lines throughout.
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Screen shots from the PEBL. |
Click here to get a 3-D view of the Motorola PEBL.
The green finish on the smooth, rounded exterior of the PEBL U6 manages to be very glossy while still having a visual texture to it. The effect is very cool in person, but the downside is that the phone is an absolute magnet for finger prints. But that's just the cost of high fashion, isn't it?
The PEBL's biggest claim to fame is perhaps not its shape and look, but its unique opening mechanism. A series of custom hinges, a dampening device, and some magnets allow the PEBL U6 to be opened up one-handed in a very smooth, elegant manner. When holding the device, you simply use your thumb to pull the top cover towards the bottom of the device a bit, which releases the magnetic latch that keeps the spring-loaded opening mechanism at bay. At that point you simply move your thumb out of the way and let the spring do its job. The motion is smooth and slow enough not to cause the device to become unbalanced.
Once open, the PEBL's unusual keypad is ready for use. The directional controller and its center select button are very typical of mobile phones, but the rest of the keypad builds on some of the design elements we saw in the RAZR's keypad. The PEBL's keypad and softkeys are completely flat. The actual buttons are hidden behind a single sheet of metal that has a bit of give to it, allowing finger pressure to make its way to the switches underneath. Thin strips of translucent material let light filter in from behind, just as they do on the RAZR's keypad. The net result is a very distinct-looking keypad that probably sacrifices a bit too much in the name of fashion. Individual keys are simply much easier to find and press, even if they don't look nearly as sharp.
The inner workings of the PEBL U6 seem to be stock Motorola. The handset comes in two variations, each of which supports three GSM frequency bands and EDGE data. The North American version supports the 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 Mhz bands. The internal display is a 262k-color unit with a pixel resolution of 176x220. The battery should be good for over 6 and a half hours of talk time, or up to as long as 10 days of standby time according to Motorola. Bluetooth support more than makes up for a lack of infrared connectivity. The only aspect that seems a bit dated is the PEBL's VGA camera. For a high-end handset like the PEBL, you certainly would expect more resolution in the camera, at least it's capable of recording MPEG4 video clips.
Other highlights include 5 MB of internal storage that can be used for MP3 or MIDI ringtones, photos and video clips, and downloaded Java games and applications. The addition of speaker-independent voice dialing and voice commands is welcome, and the PEBL's relatively low weight of 3.7 ounces (110 g) makes it quite pocketable.
Motorola's PEBL U6 is a unique handset. Where it goes, stares and longing gazes will follow. It might not have the full range of high-end features inside, but for the see-and-be-seen crowd, it probably has everything to get the job done.
Pros:
- Unique design
- Automatic opening mechanism
- Bluetooth
Cons:
- Low-resolution camera
- Difficult keypad
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Customer Reviews:
horrid!.......2007-03-30
This has to be the absolute worst phone in the world. Menus suck, reception is lousy, it has problems with bluetooth signal quality and is constantly telling me to switch to the handset, the battery life is good for about an hour or two at most of talking, the keypad is hard to use because the directional pad has an awkward shape. I go this phone for free and hate it! I will glady pay money to get a phone that I feel is functional. The only good thing about it is the fact that it has a nice one handed opening mechanism. Thats it. There is nothing else worthy of even mentioning of this unfortunate waste of plastic.
Phone Looks Nice, But Software is Terrible.......2007-03-12
I will refuse to buy any new Motorola products until their software improves. Here are some flaws, which don't seem too frustrating at first, but which corrupt the experience of using the phone:
To find an entry in the phonebook, you can only punch in the first letter of a name - if you have twelve people whose names begin with 'M,' you have to scroll down to find the person you want.
The text message inbox and outbox only save around 50 entries each. My two-year-old Samsung phone without a camera does way better.
Setting an alarm requires you to press around ten buttons. When you change the time of an alarm, you still have to press another button to turn the alarm on.
You can't list multiple entries for someone in the same name. If my dad has three phone numbers you can't click Dad and then see all three - they all show up in the phone book.
There are separate logs for incoming and outgoing phone calls.
I don't care how much fancy equipment the phone has, until the software improves, I am staying away from Motorola products.
green little jelly bean.......2007-01-17
I have been using this phone for nearly three months now. The phone I had prior had been water fried from my younger brother putting it in water, & I needed a replacement immediately. I went to the local T-Mobile dealer in hope for a sidekick 3 but they had none in stock. I settled for the last colored PEBL, my favorite color.
I like this phone mostly for the color. It is unlike any you normally see. I've only seen people with a black PEBL, & one guy told me he wasn't brave enough to walk around with a green phone. I'm definitely not a flashy person, I rather not attract attention, but I do with my little green phone. It has been affectionately named a "jelly bean" by my friends.
The phone itself is quite simplistic to be honest. I went from having a mp3 player and other attributes to this very basic phone. The camera is awesome as well as the video play. The rubber stopper that protects the charger plug broke off two nights after I bought the phone. If you're purchasing the phone, I would attempt to preserve it. When dust collects in the charger plug it becomes extremely difficult to charge. I have had countless days where I'm barely surviving on a bar of battery for a whole day away from my house.
It does some funky things, like it will freeze briefly from time to time if you rush it. I'm a huge text-er( I use 7,000-12,000 texts per month) & the inbox only holds 30 so it gets pretty irritating. The outbox holds between 65-81, depending if you have drafts & the length of the texts.
The phone itself does its job, thats all that matters. Its quite cute, too, I must say.
A beautiful phone but with some limitations.......2007-01-13
I love this phone. I love it so much when, having had it for just two weeks and accidentally immersing it in seawater so that it died, I bought another one. My original one was a free upgrade but after two weeks I was willing to spend £100 on a replacement. I liked it that much.
I've now had my PEBL for over six months. I still love it, but some of its limitations have become apparent. I'll list the pros and cons and you can judge for yourself.
**Pro the PEBL**
It's a clamshell - why would anyone ever buy a phone that isn't a clamshell and risk phoning someone up when kicking their bag in a pub (yes, I did this with a normal phone, but fortunately phoned the friend I was in the pub with so we realised; saved a huge bill!)?
Beautiful design and, as yet, I haven't found it at all flimsy
That fantastic opening manoeuvre which is just so cool
Some good standard ringtones
Battery life seems fine
Menus are reasonably customisable and there are lots of useful options
The phone is lightweight, fits in a lady's pocket and that smooth shape works well
Reception seems fine wherever I use it and it's always easy to hear people and for them to hear me
**Cons for the PEBL**
The camera is really pants. The one on my previous Samsung was 10 times better and that was an older phone. The video feature is equally pants.
Texting can be slow... you type quite far ahead of the actual phone sometimes, and I'm no speedy teenager at texting
The software that came with the phone doesn't work with my PC running WinXP (I think this is a conflict with my computer as it is meant to work); however, I have some other Bluetooth software which will work for transferring files and stuff, I just can't use all the address book features that are in the proper software
The main thing about this phone for me is the good design and it's very easy to live with. Despite the poor quality of photos I still give it 5 stars because I think it's that good. It won't suit everyone but that's why there are hundreds of different models of phone out there!
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