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Moto: V9 vs Z9
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Posted by: richv77

Ok, which model would you select?

I like them both so far. The GPS is a great addition for the Z9 but it's not a feature I want to pay extra for because I would rarely use it.
Can the Z9 use Google maps like the iPhone...?

Is the V9 a better overall phone in terms of call clarity and reception?

Is the camera and lens exactly the same for both models?

I read the post where the pictures didn't look as nice under florescent lighting on the Z9 but then again no comparison photos were taken using a V9 in the same location. If the hardware is exactly the same for both models then it must be a software issue?

Thanks for your comments.

-Rich

Posted by: kaibob

I don't have either phone and can't be of any direct help. However, PC Magazine has a recent Z9 review that includes some commentary comparing it with the V9. After buying a V551 based on their favorable review, I take every cell phone review that PC Mag does with a grain of salt. But, it's probably still worth a read.

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2282512,00.asp

Posted by: cmatthews

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Originally Posted by richv77

Can the Z9 use Google maps like the iPhone...?

Yes, I have Google maps installed on my Z9, and you can use it to get directions, and mark favorite spots on the map, along with map and satellite views.

Posted by: mrweiser

Does Google maps take advantage of the GPS?

Posted by: cmatthews

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Originally Posted by mrweiser

Does Google maps take advantage of the GPS?

Yes, but not sure how accurate it is, I have yet to see it show the accuracy below 1700 meters.

Posted by: ATnt-RSC

^That's actually a no then. If you had an actual GPS fix, and not an approximate triangulation, it would just show a blinking dot with no error circle.

Posted by: cmatthews

Quote:

Originally Posted by ATnt-RSC

^That's actually a no then. If you had an actual GPS fix, and not an approximate triangulation, it would just show a blinking dot with no error circle.

True,

! Not sure what I was thinking at the time I Posted that.

Posted by: ipodlover77

time to revive a dead topic! lol. Is the z9 worth the change from the v9? the only thing i like on the z9 is the screen size, 2.2 to 2.4. But is that a big enough change? I do like sliders but i heard the z9 is thicker then the v9.

Posted by: Serifan

You could wait on the V9x .

Posted by: ipodlover77

i know, but it doesnt really differ much from the v9. im just trying to decide if the .2 screen increase is a good justification for me to switch.

Posted by: RYOBI

I have had both. The Z9 and the V9. Both are excellent. The Z9 has the GPS, but ya gotta pay like $25 (ATT Navigator, MediaNet) a month for it. However, I had 3 (all new) Z9's that gave me check sim error messages. ATT corp store replaced my sim card twice, reseated the card, nothing seemed to eliminate the problem. The other problem I had was the slider scratched the keypad on 2 of the Z9's.

I am back to the V9. One of the best phones I have used.