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Motorola KRZR K1

 

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  • User Score (2472)
    7.4 7.4 from 2472 reviewers
  • Expert Score (22)
    7.5 7.5 from 22 reviewers
  • Design (498)
    4.4 4.4 from 498 reviewers
  • Value for money (177)
    4.2 4.2 from 177 reviewers
  • Features (577)
    4.1 4.1 from 577 reviewers
  • Ease of use (539)
    3.9 3.9 from 539 reviewers
  • Performance (3)
    3.7 3.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Sound quality (74)
    4.5 4.5 from 74 reviewers
  • Sound (19)
    3.7 3.7 from 19 reviewers
  • Durability (10)
    4.4 4.4 from 10 reviewers
  • Reliability (11)
    4.7 4.7 from 11 reviewers
  • Overall quality (12)
    4.6 4.6 from 12 reviewers
  • Looks (21)
    4.7 4.7 from 21 reviewers
  • Battery performance (60)
    4.0 4.0 from 60 reviewers
  • Display (189)
    4.6 4.6 from 189 reviewers
  • Weight (19)
    4.3 4.3 from 19 reviewers
  • Reception (26)
    4.3 4.3 from 26 reviewers
  • Photo quality (16)
    3.8 3.8 from 16 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (18)
    4.4 4.4 from 18 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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Users:
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Bright Hub

    Bright Hub
    8.0/10
    8 August 2011

    The Motorola Krzr K1 is a stylish clamshell feature phone. It won't suit anyone seeking a high-tech mobile with high performance but the slim form factor and decent specs may tempt some people. Read more

  2. GSM Arena

    GSM Arena
    12 April 2011

    Motorola has launched a new leader. The popular RAZR is being substituted by the new KRZR, whose glossy materials look luxurious. On the other hand, the innovations made since the forerunner are very few. Is this wrong? Not at all, provided all you need is a new pretty toy. Read more

  3. Tech2

    7 November 2011

    I t’s upto you how you pronounce it—'crazer', 'K-RAZR' or 'kerzer'—but Motorola’s KRZR K1 doesn’t jump out at you like the RAZR did once upon a time. Perhaps it’s because slim and shiny phones are no longer a novelty. Or perhaps it’s because the KRZR is just not different enough from the RAZR to warrant it’s own series. Design Most simply, the KRZR is a narrow and thick version of the RAZR. Read more

  4. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    7 November 2006

    Though the GSM Motorola Krzr K1 has a more attractive color scheme than the CDMA Krzr K1m, some feature differences make it mostly comparable with its sibling. Read more

    • The Motorola Krzr K1 offers good call quality and comes with Bluetooth, a 2-megapixel camera, and a speakerphone.
    • The Motorola Krzr K1 lacks 3G support and external music controls.

  5. MobileTechReview.com

    MobileTechReview.com
    7.0/10
    4 October 2006

    It's hard to get better looking than the MOTOKRZR; the phone will turn heads (at least until everyone has one) and it looks like a $500 fashion accessory. Fortunately, it sells for a good deal less than that, though the price is a bit high for the phone's features. Then again, the ever so fashionable Nokia 8801 will set you back even further, so the KRZR might look like a bargain in some circles. Read more

    • Obvious great looks, small, slim and light. Good call quality and reception, music player and nifty outside touch controls. Very easy to use most phone features thanks...
    • Those nifty external touch controls are too easy to activate (only happens if music player is currently running though). A bit pricey for what you get. Fans of Motorol...

  6. PriceMinister

    PriceMinister
    16 November 2011

    This sleek and sophisticated KRZR is everything you will want and need, with a stunning design and packed full of features including a 2 megapixel camera and a built in MP3 player. Get it while it's hot. Click for 3-D Image 2 Megapixel camera 256 colour TFT display Second external display QCIF Video MP3 and polyphonic ringtones Vibration allert 20MB internal memory GPRS/ EDGE Bluetooth/ USB SMS/EMS/MMS/Email and Instant Messaging WAP 2.0 Java MIDP 2.0 MP3/ AAC player TP... Read more

  7. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    31 July 2007

    The pink Krzr K1 is an attractive phone, but it's also easy to use. Motorola has made some small changes to the original Razr V3's interface that make a big difference. Add to that the camera and music player and this phone is a good all-rounder, and hopefully a sign of things to come Read more

    • Attractive design, New cancel key, Improved predictive text, Stereo Bluetooth, Expandable microSD slot
    • Main screen could be bigger, Lack of auto focus and light on camera

  8. TrustedReviews

    TrustedReviews
    25 April 2008

    The main screen, battery life and camera aren’t as good as they could be, but the handset design is very appealing and Motorola has tried hard to make its flat numberpad more user friendly – and for this user at least, has succeeded. I wonder if the K1 part of the name may indicate we are in for a K2 and K3. Let’s hope these aren’t just more of the same in pink! Read more

  9. LetsGoMobile

    LetsGoMobile
    8.4/10
    11 April 2007

    M otorola was founded in 1928 by the brothers Paul and Joseph Galvin. Company names are often based on a combination of names or the place where the product is made, but not Motorola. Where does the name Motorola actually come from? In 1930, the Galvin MFG. Corporation (as Motorola was then called) built the first commercial car radio. Back then, in America, car radios cost between $ 110 and $ 135, an exorbitant amount in those days, but it still became a hit. Read more

  10. Mobile Choice UK

    Mobile Choice UK
    8.0/10
    16 November 2007

    Motorola has done it again. The KRZR has set its sights on the big time. Read more

    • It's a different take on the RAZR theme but this stylish design is still stunning, while the Motorola user interface has improved considerably.
    • Despite packing two megapixels, its no-frills functionality may put off those who take their mobile photography seriously.

  • User Reviews

  1. Krzr

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: plc, Amazon
    13 December 2011

    I bought this phone as a replacement. My husband loved his old phone, but had trouble keeping it charged and was looking for a new phone. He did not want a smart phone. This was the perfect solution for him. The phone is brand new and is working perfectly. Would buy it again. I also bought another one for myself but couldn't decide between it and another smart phone. The seller was wonderful to work with. In the end, I decided to keep it. Read more

  2. Great phone

    J&R
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: papa, J&R
    28 February 2010

    Very nice basic phone. That's all I'm looking for. Good design, nice keypad, nice size, good basic features. Wish it had more earpiece volume compared to my last LG flip phone. Read more

    • Easy Buttons and Controls, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Strong Signal
    • A little more volume

  3. Sleek. Blue Lightening.

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: ladybug2021, epinions.com
    4 weeks ago

    I've had my Motorola KRZR K1 for one year and nine months. It's served me well in that time, even th Read more

    • Sleek design. Takes a lickin'. Create own ringtones. 2mp Camera and video.
    • Cracked easily. Placement of browser button. Voice Calling doesn't work well. Smudges constantly.

  4. Motorola KRZR K1 Review

    PhoneArena.com
    Reviewer: PhoneArena.com
    14 November 2011

    Just wanted to chime in and differ with the reviewer's comments on reception. He must have had a bad unit, because I've been using my k1 here in the States for about four months on a very poorly-built-out network (T-Mobile), and its reception is quite excellent. I frequently have service with my KRZR when my other device, also T-Mobile, does not. Read more

  5. "Just a simple a phone with bad features."

    CNET
    3.0/10
    Reviewer: reviewsneeded, CNET
    23 March 2010

    I purchased this phone because of its sleek design and because I needed a phone. Being an owner of many phones there is a lot of things I guess I expected and found to be flawed with this phone. For example.. -If you're speaking to someone on the phone and they are giving you a phone number and you write the number in your phone, the number disappears as soon as they hang up (Very annoying). Read more

    • Sleek design, looks nice, memory can be upgraded, Camera is okay.
    • Many software issues. I don't know how they released the phone.

  6. Fine phone

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Tinker, Newegg
    9 June 2009

    This phone does what I want a phone to do and doesn't overload me with features I'll never use. I want a phone that works, is durable, has good reception (I'm on the fringe for all carriers), that I can leave turned-on in standby mode for days, and that doesn't require a magnim holster to carry it around. This does it. Read more

    • I'm very pleased with this phone -- and after all the Nokias and Samsungs and LG's, this is the first time I can say that about any phone.
    • - It's a European model with a euro plug adapter (not a con for me, but y'all are yelling about full disclosure)

  7. Great Little Phone

    Phone Scoop
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: tcaster57, Phone Scoop
    2 October 2009

    I got this phone 2 months ago and I gotta say it's one of the best I've owned so far. Sleek and stylish, it delivers the goods inside and out. Read more

  8. Motorola K1 - sleek and easy to use

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Huomenna, Ciao
    23 September 2009

    I've had the K1 since October 2006 and it has lasted me very well - the phone is still in perfect working order and I have had no major problems with it. The design is very sleek, and available in a variety of colours to suit individual tastes. The keypad lights up when you touch any key which is an attractive feature and useful when using the phone in the dark. The K1 comes with a camera which is useful although the quality is poor, still better than nothing. Read more

    • durable, decent battery life, modern appearance
    • short video recording time, poor quality camera, calendar memory wiping

  9. Sleek. Blue Lightening.

    epinions.com
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: ladybug2021, epinions.com
    14 March 2007

    I've had my Motorola KRZR K1 for one year and nine months. It's served me well in that time, even th Read more

    • Sleek design. Takes a lickin'. Create own ringtones. 2mp Camera and video.
    • Cracked easily. Placement of browser button. Voice Calling doesn't work well. Smudges constantly.

  10. CNET

    CNET
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: jamie44, CNET
    17 July 2008

    I have had this handset for 18 months and whilst generaly OK I have lost count of the number of photos of the inside of my pocket I have taken or the changing ring styles just by catching the buttons on the side of the phone. If you can live with these minor nigles as I could then its great, if they are going to wind you up then dont get it. As for me \i am about to upgrade and am going back to Samsung phones as Motorola have stagnated again!! Read more

    • Nice compact size, most functions easy to use
    • Some menu functions hard to find. Camera button on side

  • WikiFreak Description

The Motorola KRZR K1m is a gorgeous phone with cutting-edge design and features like EV-DO internet connection, video streaming, MP3 capabilities, and two full-color screens. With its shiny metallic-glass front thin design, the K1m flip-phone is a fashion statement. The phone also includes a 1.3-megapixel digital camera with video capture and playback, innovative touch sensor music, integrated GPS navigation, Bluetooth 2.0 technology, Over-the-Air Synchronization and expandable memory up to 1 GB throug…

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The Motorola KRZR K1m is a gorgeous phone with cutting-edge design and features like EV-DO internet connection, video streaming, MP3 capabilities, and two full-color screens. With its shiny metallic-glass front thin design, the K1m flip-phone is a fashion statement. The phone also includes a 1.3-megapixel digital camera with video capture and playback, innovative touch sensor music, integrated GPS navigation, Bluetooth 2.0 technology, Over-the-Air Synchronization and expandable memory up to 1 GB through optional microSD cards. The open K1m feels very comfortable against the ear, and because it’s so narrow, it’s easy to hold. The K1m’s display is very bright and clear, and has a wide viewing angle. The comfortable keypad has a cool aqua-blue backlight. Multimedia is where the KRZR K1m falls apart. The reception and sound quality of the KRZR is good. Voices are clear and had no interference or static. However, if a user’s hand completely covers up the bottom of the phone that houses the internal antenna, there will be a drop in call quality. The earpiece speaker has eight levels of volume, with medium or medium-high sounding best. The speakerphone is clear and not distorted as long as the volume is not turned up to the highest setting. Users can also close the flip while using the speakerphone. The battery delivers 3 hours of talk time and 6 days of standby.

Not only is the 1.3-megapixel camera hardly cutting-edge, but it also lacks a flash. The phone also has decent MP3 capabilities. Users may buy and download songs directly from VCAST, or upload files from a PC via USB cable. However, users may not use iTunes files, but must upload songs from a Windows computer via Windows Media Player 10. VCAST’s video menu took a long time to load on the phone, the interface seemed sluggish, and videos were very choppy. Plus, while the V CAST Music store works smoothly, users have to open the phone and click at least three times before music starts playing. The external touch-sensitive buttons are pretty, but they can be both not sensitive enough. However, the speaker is loud and games played adequately well. The phone uses a USB jack for headsets, but comes with an adapter for standard 2.5-mm headsets. The new KRZR K1m is an improvement on the previous KRZR, but there are other slim phones available with better multimedia options.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Imagine a phone you’ll look forward to. Every time you flip it open, the MOTOKRZR will outshine the rest. It takes crisp photos, offers more entertainment and will help you make the most of your time. With a distinctive metallic and the reflective qualities of a mirror, MOTOKRZR is an elegant phone.

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    MOTOKRZR K1
  • Phone Book:
    picture¹
  • Video:
    MPEG 4 encode and decode
  • Ringtones:
    MP3, polyphonic
  • Camera:
    1.23 megapixel camera with 8X zoom
  • Downloads¹:
    ringtones, wallpaper and screensavers
  • User-customizable Softkey Functions, Main Menu and Shortcuts
    Yes
  • Video capture and playback :
    capture and playback
  • J2ME™ Games¹:
    embedded & space for downloads
  • VibraCall Alert
    Yes
  • Caller Group Profiling¹
    Yes

Release Date

  • First seen
    29 September 2006

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  • Krzr K1 problem

    Has anyone ever experienced this problem with the Krzr K1? Large flip screen turns white at times, while the small outer screen shows date and time just fine. The phone is able to make out going calls; but incoming calls are intercepted by voicemail. Time for a new phone huh!

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