Second Smart Phone, Ever and I Love It!
349900
This is my second ever smart phone, my first being the Verizon LG Lucid, which I truly loved. What I didn't like was Verizon. So I had to find a new phone. I was going to get there full size Galaxy S III but the size was so big, I had a hard enough time adjusting to the size of the Lucid, the mini is almost the exact same size as the LG Lucid.

Let me tell you, I love this phone, the picture is so much clearer on this phone than the Lucid, and the colors WOW. I do not watch videos on my phone. I play a few games and text and make calls so I am not a heavy phone user. The biggest complaint I saw was the battery draining down to fast. I have not had the issue at all. I have to try and drain the battery. It will go a good 24 hours and only takes a few hours to charge (I plug it in around midnight, it will be down to about 15%, and it is done charging by 4 am) I do plug it in every night. But then I wasn't expecting the battery life of a non smart phone. I am sure as I figure out more of the phones features that I will it even more.

The one down side that just can't be avoided is that the directions and the language on the phone was in French, this is an international phone and not sold in the US, so I was expecting this. I was able to Google how to change the language to English and down load an English version of the users manual, so it was easily over come.

I am using this phone on a straight talk plan, on the east coast of the US and it works great so far!

Overall, I am very happy with this phone, it meets my needs and then some.
2739839
Love the phone. Verizon signal is very weak where I use this phone so can't take advantage of some of the features...won't send photos at my one bar location...my house! This is my first smart phone, and it's fairly easy to figure out if you sit down with it and go through all the features. I mostly use for calls, texts, and navigation, but have downloaded music to listen to during dental procedures :- ). I don't use for email, nor have I connected the blue tooth to my car.  Small size is ideal since I carry in my front jeans pocket. Got a screen protector but no case to keep it light and thin. It is everything I need/want in a phone and more.
932477
I've had the phone for about a month and I am really enjoying it.  It is solidly built, has great battery life, and the Windows Phone 8.1 operating system is fantastic.  I am a previous Android phone user, and I although I really enjoyed Android phones, I simply enjoy the experience on this phone better.

I'll cover a few areas here that I was concerned with when switching to this phone.

Transfer of contacts/pictures/videos

I used Verizon's backup service for my contacts, and transferred my videos and pictures via usb cable after getting from the micro sd card to my computer.  I did this because I found it to be faster, could backup all my stuff to another source, and reorganized my pictures and videos in one place on the windows phone (sd card).  Windows phone organizes the pictures by the month and year they were taken, which I found helpful.

GPS/Maps

I really loved the free GPS on Google phones, so I was hoping for something similar here.  Windows phone has great maps, but no voice navigation installed, so I went to the Store and got Here Drive Plus.  Really great voice navigation with no monthly fees, so it was a nice find.

Email integration

Windows Phone does this well.  I easily integrated all my email accounts using outlook, including accounts from different service providers and my work email.

Apps

There simply are not as many apps as Apple and Google phones (On the flip side, there are a lot of junk apps on those two operating systems as well).  If this is a deal breaker for you then don't go the windows phone route.  I found most of what I like, but I'm not a heavy app user.  There isn't a Youtube app, but you can get Metro Tube for ninety-nine cents, and it is well worth it.  Works smoothly.  The only other app I couldn't find that I wanted is Radio.com, which I hope comes soon.

Phone function

Call quality is great.  Phone book is easy to navigate, and creating groups of favorites was pretty easy.  Texting, etc. is pretty easy to use on all phones, and is no exception here.  The setting page for the phone is massive, and it was easy to find every possible setting or change that I wanted to make.  I love the tiles and not having to scroll though multiple screens.

Camera works pretty well at 5mp I was expecting junk, but I am pretty pleased with the results so far.  That being said, I always have a point and shoot camera with me anyway for more important shots, as I find them easier to handle for picture taking.

Weather and news apps are two of my favorites.  Especially the news app.  I've always enjoyed the presentation and variety of articles pulled for Bing News, which is now called MSN News.

So, if you are looking for a pleasant change and a phone that fits the needs of both a professional and casual user, then this is it.  If you are in need of every app out there, then look elsewhere
2546891
I love this cellphone! It's fast, easy to use and does everything a more expensive phone can do. As soon as my brother saw how pleased I was with mine I had to order one for him also. We both use the phones a lot for texting and keeping up with the rest of the family. It also takes great photos and I rarely use my digital camera anymore since the phone is always so much more convenient.
674012
I received my factory certified refurbished phone four days ago from Blue-something and couldn't by happier.

I had a HTC One, M7 and that was a good phone, but with the two years of heavy use I was ready to get into something different.  I looked at all the phones S5, S6, HTC M9, I phone, and the mid range ones too.  What I found was, I'm not paying around $700 for just a minor upgrade from Flagship phones from just two years ago (except Apple, two years ago I don't even think they had a camera or big screen).  In addition, to this line of thinking, the S7 is coming in just a few months, so if I'm going to part with that amount of cash I better wait....

The Galaxy S4. Has blazing speed, decent camera, and the perfect size, not too mention runs on Lollipop (very smooth).  You could even root and change that OS if you choose.  I love the expandable memory, and I can swap in fully charged batteries when on the go.  All this for less than the brand new mid range phones, that can't even compete with the specs.

I made the decision to break from the herd and put my money in women and wine, not my phone and I'm tickled.  You will be happy if you do the same.

My Cell Phone Profile:
I play one game (Madden NFL)
30 texts a week avg.
I use my phone hotspot and tethering.
122gb a month in data (yes unlimited :)
I can talk.
I take photos of my dog.
Great reception while talking and walking my dog along the beach.
1300633
This is my first Smart Phone so I there's a lot to learn!  The phone is a real joy to use with the big beautiful screen and the photos it takes are great!  Won't need to carry my camera and GPS around any more.
4226460
I was positively surprised by the Zenfone 2, I used to have Samsung phones, but I think I have a new favourite now.
Very fast working, the CPU is really astonishing.
Nice design, looking way more expensive than it is.
customerfriendly OS.
The quick charger is absolutely a musthave, i Love it.
The only thing that could be better is the battery life, but it is still more than satisfactory as the battery holds a whole day under my heavy usage (music, Netflix and games).
886020
I had this phone for a long time and let my friend borrow it for about a year.
My friend literally beat the phone up and it works perfectly fine (About 3 years of use!). The battery life is also still amazing!

Once you get used to the phone's UI and all it's little features, you will absolutely love it. I am an avid Android user. I had the G1 for a year. When my G1 got stolen, the W610i was my back up. Switching back to a basic phone wasn't easy but I fell in love with this phone again once I relearned the UI.

If you hate bulky smart phones and hate tiny basic phones, this phone is smack dab in the middle. Data plans on phones are overrated.

Great basic phone functions.
Camera is really slow.
Great music player.
Very bright flashlight.
Very loud speaker.
Doesn't use microSD.
Front buttons are PERFECT. They never stick or wear and are easily replaceable if you decided to buy a new housing.
421634
I love this phone. I haven't had any problems popping in my sim card and going. I did have a BLU phone from before for reference. The battery on this thing is AMAZING! I can play games, go on my apps, or leave it idle and it won't drain like before. I wish all phones had such a great battery. The picture quality is really nice for a camera phone. I'm planning on using this as a camera for an upcoming family trip, too! I've had a good experience with BLU phones. That's why I chose to buy another one rather than pick a different company. I know I can trust their materials and manufacturing standards now.
767382
I just bought this phone a couple hours ago, and I love it! I don't follow phones or technology much. I use them for work and play. I've been through a number of them over the years. The last few years replacement has come of necessity and I have always found getting used to the new phone to be a pain. Yesterday, my last phone went for a swim. Today I walked into AT&T and bought this phone and have been loving it. First, the service at AT&T was awesome, they even opened the door as I approached the store. I am not used to this kind of service as my  previous carrier was sprint. The minute my new account was set up, I was able to find the apps I need, sync Email and even find some of the phone numbers I had lost due to the syncing on Google.
The Screen! Wow, this is one of the things I love about this phone, the picture is clear and sharp.
Interfacing with amazon has also  been fun, everything I had for Audible or Kindle is now available to me on this phone, and Prime too! The thought of watching a movie on my phone used to horrify me, but with the new screen I'm liking the idea. It's small but I could manage to see it even with bad eyesight.
4041397
First thing i wanted is a phone with a great design, and great to use, and this is it.
After getting this smart phone, I'm never going back to the regular phones. I love how easily I can check my emails. Everything is easier with this phone. Voice quality is great! Reception inside the buildings is very good as well. When other people's phones stop getting any reception inside the building, I can still use mine. Its great phone, with a great screen.!

Something about the screen, pictures in this phone look so much better then they do in my Dell laptop. and the screen is big, i love that. I always wanted a phone with a big screen.

I use this phone with a bluetooth head-set, works great, no problems at all. People who see my phone always ask questions about where i got it. One great thing about this phone is that its a smart phone, has a big screend compare to other most phones, and a slim design!
3202544
This is by far the best phone for me.  I'm one of those gadgetguys who wants to know everything about a particular gadget to maximize usage.  This thing has almost everything I need and almost too many features for me to learn.  I sync it to my PC Outlook and vise versa, I'm constantly using the Word, and PowerPoint (in fact, I'm typing this review on my mda. I also use it as my MP3 player when I work out. In my business the camera feature is just what I need to clear up any discrepancies. The Notes work excellently - I never need to find a yellow post-it or scratch piece of paper to jot down notes. This is very important- the tech people told me it cannot connect to the internet at a free wifi spot without purchasing the $29.99 monthly fee, IT DOES! I can go to any free hotspot place i.e. library and connect.  It's not the fastest, but it does the job. Reading PDF files is easy and using Excel hasn't been a problem.  Locking and unlocking is simply pressing the on/off button and not holding. If you press and hold then it turns it off.  I even installed my e-sword with all commentaries, dictionary, and devotionals that was available. This thing is my phone, mp3 player, camera, video recorder, audio recorder, Bible, laptop, etc.  This may not be for everyone, especially those that want simplicity. But for those (geeky gadgetguys) who want more capability just in case, I highly recommend the MDA. I can never go back on to those flip phones. Oh, it also is my GPS!!!  And another thing, ask for the free 1 gig mini sd.
3535332
I absolutely love this phone, I bought the 2G Sim as a needed accessory. If you don't know how to use a USB cable, then this phone might not be for you. You have to upgrade the ROM, if you don't your signal will not be the best. You need the latest software, it is not rocket science, t-mobile has directions and the file step-by-step right on their site. That may be why one user can not get a good signal. The keypad you can use your finger, I barely use my stylus. Actually the keypad has big buttons and is much better then a Razor to dial. People get picky over the smallest things, one reviewer said that he lost a stylus. It is a 500$ phone and you are talking about a 2c stylus :) Just buy the official t-mobile stylus and I am sure you will be fine. I also love using this as an MP3 and video player. People are shocked when they see my entire wedding, my entire honeymoon, a collection of music videos and family videos all on my phone using 3GP or MPG4. I am only using 25% of my 2G sim so far, and I pretty much installed the world on it. I love getting the internet when I am in a park or a remote area, let alone pop email from my private pop in the car, or on the go. I also do texting, which it can do as well. Phone, Music, Video, Games, Skype, AIM, yahoo. what more could you ask for :) The windows Mobile 5 is really cool, there are more and more apps coming out for that everyday. You can also take video from this device, try that from a sidekick. You can install apps on the SIM card, which you can not do on a sidekick (correct me if I am wrong). Oh, the one other accessory i bought was a 1/8 to a 1/32 audio adapter, so I can plug i into my Rav 4 aux jack when I am on the go. I often want to listen to sermons and things like that, so I it is a blessing. I am having a lot of fun with this phone, and I highly recommend it. I have had no issues and I am running the latest ROM. OH one more thing, it has a wireless connection, I did get it running on Wireless G with TKIP and/or WPA. Streaming audio works as well, I am not really sure what more you could ask for from a small device like this. blue tooth stereo headphones is a nice touch too. We just had a a baby, and I sent 95 emails, pictures and videos on my phone during the process. Try that with a regular phone. Love the internet connection.

Cons:
The sylus do fall out, even the official T-mobile ones.
The camera is sub par, but useful for taking a quick pick and emailing it.
The video camera isn't good, but OK for emailing quick video.
3890260
Great phone, second one that I purchased based on the previous experience with the first. Great battery life, good signal, nice camera and vibrant display.
4527046
This is my 4th attempt...I can't seem to keep it short!  Anyway, right off the bat, I LOVE this phone.  I looked for over a month, reading reviews, trying to find the perfect phone since my contract was ending (I had a Motorola V3xx). I wanted a smartphone, and thought the iPhone was the way to go...then I found out it had no stereo Bluetooth (unacceptable to me for my next phone), the forced data plan was kinda pricey to be locked into, I didn't like the plastic of the new 3G version, and I heard the battery life wasn't very good.  I also read the same about Windows Mobile phones.  Then I got to the E71.  I'd have to sacrifice the flashy big touch-screen...and I'm so glad I did.  To have a phone with a full QWERTY keyboard on a device this thin (instead of a big-brick slider phone), a beautiful steel frame and battery cover, great tactile feedback and domed keys making up for lack of space between them (even with my big thumbs)...it was so worth it.

Received it in 2 days, popped in my old SIM card, called up and got an inexpensive unlimited data plan (active as soon as I hung up the phone, turned it off and back on), and was off and running!  Web browsing is a blast, e-mailing is great (probably my only complaint with the phone is that I can't SAVE e-mails on it..check for new ones, the old ones disappear..still haven't found a work-around for that yet), there's a ton of freeware out there for the operating system (for AIM/IM programs, even a free voice-guided GPS program I found!), camera is better than the RAZR's (though most do say it's terrible compared to other phones), I've got over 500 songs (any of which can be the ring tone!) on an 8GB card, 4 e-books, and lots of room left...I could go on, but just read other reviews!

If you have the opportunity, hold one...that alone may sell you on the thing!  I don't regret spending the $$$ on this phone unlocked vs. getting a subsidized phone/new contract...the $$$ I will save on the data plan alone will pay for the difference in a lot less time than a contract would take!
3584641
This is an excellent device. I bought the first Galaxy when Samsung was just getting started with their awesomeness. I kept it all this time and upgraded to the Epic 4G Touch... best decision!! It is big, bright, light, beautiful, fast, user-friendly (I'm not techy) and the battery life is great. I love this phone. The only con is that I have small hands so it can be difficult to do one hand functions (swipe screen, click icons, etc). But everything else about it is amazing. Complete cosign of the positive reviews below.
3334926
I've had this phone for about 6 months now, I got it just at the end of January. When I got it, my intention was to try this phone out to see when I get an upgrade (and a data plan more than just pictures) if I would like to get a Windows Phone or and Android. I was a bit skeptical going in, because of the very low specs compared to higher end phones. However, do not let these mediocre looking specs fool you- this phone performs amazing!
When I first got the phone, it was pre-loaded with wp8. This was a fast, fluid, and virtually lag-free experience. After coming from an android dud (Samsung Rugby Smart) it was like a breath of fresh air. This seemingly low power processor was able to keep the phone running smoothly and quickly, with the only sign of its disadvantages being in the camera area. But I'll talk about that later. As for the wp8 OS, I really liked how modern and interesting it was. It didn't resemble iOS or Android, which was nice. I found that most the apps I wanted are found on the app store, but not as immediately as on other operating system's app stores. The apps generally move quickly, but I don't like the vine app. The videos don't loop smoothly and it gets pretty annoying. Some apps are exactly like the Android version while some look like a Windows Phone app... so while this app store is young the apps are varying in design which gets annoying. Also, because of the limited RAM this phone can't download some apps.
The phone will always go back to home if it gets frozen for any reason, so don't worry about the phone locking up and never working. I like the vibrations every time you hit the 3 touch keys, but if you don't like it, it can be turned off. All the hardware buttons are on the right side, with the volume rocker, lock button, and camera. I like the dual click camera button for focusing then taking the picture. On the front of the phone you have the 3 touch buttons, a mic, speaker grille, light and proximity sensor. The back of the phone contains the 5 megapixel camera and the loudspeaker. The bottom has a micro-usb charging port and top has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
I find the camera to be fine, but I've never had a phone with a camera above 5 megapixels to say how it compares to higher res phones. There's no flash, so low light has left a lot to be desired. The microphone is incredibly impressive for the type of phone it is. I went to a rock concert and the audio (not so much video) was great, a good amount of bass and everything could be heard clearly. My friend took a video on his iPod Touch 5 and I think mine came out much better. There is no front camera on this phone.
The phone will sometimes restart, it gets pretty annoying because it's not like you know if you do something that'll make it restart, it just does it whenever it feels like. Don't let that turn you off though, becuase it rarely does it for me.
The screen shows text somewhat clear, but with the low pixel density text gets pixelated and pictures/videos don't come out crystal clear, but you must keep in mind the price range that this device is competing in. The screen is hard to read in direct sunlight, setting the screen brightness to auto can make this more manageable however.
Loudspeaker is louder than my friend's s3, but of course at highest volume it's not amazing sounding. For calls it is very good though.
I updated it to wp8.1 early using the Preview for Developers app, and that operating system fills in a lot of holes that are missing in wp8. If you're considering getting something else because of this, I suggest you try updating to 8.1 first, as this makes the phone much more easily usable and updates the OS to have more modern features.
For a $60 phone, there is really nothing else I can think of that can even compete with this. While the device may seem lacking, it is incredibly fluid for what it has to offer, and is a great glimpse of what Windows Phone is. With many pros and only a few cons, this phone is tough to beat!