Spoke to my dealer regarding the integrated phone..
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Spoke to my dealer regarding the integrated phone..
I know this is a beaten subject, but there still seems to be confusion. Today, my dealer quoted me $2000 installed for the integrated phone option including either a Verizon or AT&T V710 formated phone. He specifically said that the phone MUST be purchased from Mercedes. I think DavidNJ just purchased directly from Verizon, but based on what my dealer said, that phone will not work with the new hardware/software for 2005. He also said it will be available in about a month or so.
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I'm waiting for the phones to come out as well.
But, AFAIK, those with Verizon service will get the Motorola V710 and those with AT&T will recieve the Motorola V600.
Supposedly from what I've learned, the reason that you can't purchase a phone from a regular cellular retailer is due to the fact that MB has something extra done to the phone (either a chip or programming) that allows it to interface with the car.
If you don't want to wait, they are still installing the Motorola V60i's in to the cars.
But, AFAIK, those with Verizon service will get the Motorola V710 and those with AT&T will recieve the Motorola V600.
Supposedly from what I've learned, the reason that you can't purchase a phone from a regular cellular retailer is due to the fact that MB has something extra done to the phone (either a chip or programming) that allows it to interface with the car.
If you don't want to wait, they are still installing the Motorola V60i's in to the cars.