The handset will be available for about $100 after rebate

Jun 22, 2006 09:23 GMT  ·  By

Verizon Wireless and LG Electronics MobileComm USA, Inc. announced the availability of the LG VX8300 phone, the latest addition to the line-up of V CAST Music-enabled phones. Incorporating many of the popular features from its predecessor, the LG VX8100, the LG VX8300 features significant upgrades including a slimmer, more streamline form factor, OLED external screen and microSD external memory.

V CAST Music lets customers play music on their wireless phones. V CAST customers can browse, preview, download and play high-quality digital music from their LG VX8300 over Verizon Wireless' broadband network or in the Verizon Wireless V CAST Music online store.

With V CAST on the LG VX8300, customers can view video clips from the hottest names in entertainment, news, sports and more in the palms of their hands. V CAST is currently available to more than 150 million Americans from coast to coast.

In addition to the upgrades, the stylish LG VX8300 offers a classic clamshell design, exchangeable vCards with Bluetooth wireless technology, and a variety of other features, making it the perfect entertainment and communication device. The LG VX8300's advanced dual external stereo speakers ensure that music playback is crisp and vibrant, and the 1.3 megapixel digital camera enables Verizon Wireless customers to capture all of life's special moments in perfect detail. With the external microSD drive, it is easy to save up to 1,500 photos, up to one hour of video, or transfer your favorite songs from your music collection between your PC and your phone.

To get V CAST from Verizon Wireless, customers simply equip their LG VX8300 with a V CAST VPak subscription for $15.00 monthly access added to their Verizon Wireless calling plan. Unlimited basic video clips are included, but application download fees apply for 3D games, music and premium video.

The LG VX8300 is available for $99.99 after a $50.00 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement.