topic Re: Stylo 3 in Electronics

Stylo 3

SchippyLuv — Tue, 17 Apr 2018 18:07:58 GMT

Has anyone received their phone yet? I ordered mine last Thursday and it seems to be stuck somewhere in Texas. Usually by now someone has received their phone and reviews have started - but not this time...

I'm so anxious to either get mine or hear from someone who has theirs. And I love that it has fingerprint ID!

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 11:05:54 GMT

Just received mine. It's charging right now. Not sure what is what - since I have usually received a SIM card that I have to insert. Not so this time, and I don't see it inserted in the slot. But maybe it is.. I will find out.

And what they call a START here guide has more to do with Tracfone than the LG phone (eg, nothing there about charging it). I also think it has more to do with new Tracfone owners. They really need to provide a separate gude for existing Tracfone owners - which talks about transferring service, data, etc.

Later: I looked again, and the SIM card is already inserted behind the battery compartment. Now I will add my 128GB microsdxc card.

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 15:03:58 GMT

My 128 GB micro sd card is working just fine - no reformatting required. Right now I'm downloading Amazon Prime music tot he sd card.

So their claim that the phone only supports up to 32 GB expanded memory was wrong. I guess you can go a lot higher but they are $$ when you go a lot larger.

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 03:47:28 GMT

I think the presenter said it could be expanded to 2 Terabytes, @LexaMom. But she did not seem to know the phone well. She didn't know about the fingerprint scanner until a caller asked about it. She didn't talk about the notification light, which to me was one reason I purchased this one. I really miss having that. I felt like all she wanted to talk about was the camera. I ended up going on Tracfone's website and did a chat to find out for sure if the phone had the features I was interested in before I ordered. Mine has not arrived yet but I'm a current Tracfone user. Have been for years. I'm hoping for a smooth transition.

I hope you are enjoying your new phone!

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 09:48:11 GMT

The presenter said 2 TB, but the Tracfone reps who answered questions insisted it only could be expanded up to 32 GB.

I'm very happy with the phone. The camera really is so much better than the camera on my previous tracfone which was Samsung Sky.

Re: Stylo 3

SchippyLuv — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 15:16:14 GMT

Hi Ricki Lynn,

Thanks so much for your feedback. Mine is scheduled for delivery this afternoon, so I will post again after I've taken it on a test spin...

Re: Stylo 3

SchippyLuv — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 02:20:24 GMT

My phone finally came. I buy a new Tracfone every 9-12 months just for the fun of it. This time I was uprading from a Fiesta to the Stylo 3. I don't notice any size difference between the two phones.

The setup and number transfer was easier than ever. My phone service was switched with all of my promotional minutes in about a 1/2 hour.

This phone preserves all of the features of the Fiesta, like split screen and the 13 mpix camera. What I do notice is that even though this phone still isn't fully HD, my pictures all look better with better color definition and finer details. I don't know what that's about, but I like it.

I'm also looking forward to learning how to efficiently use the note taking feature. So all in all, I'm very happy.

Re: Stylo 3

Stargazer77 — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 16:13:40 GMT

@Qgirl26 I'd like to know more about the notification light and how that works. I had a notification light on my old LG Ultimate 2 and it was the main reason I held onto it for so long and didn't upgrade. I upgraded to a Galaxy Sky and it didn't have a notification light so I installed an app where the person's picture pops up when they call or text. I was thinking about buying the Stylo 3, but I don't like the power button on the back and I also like a physical home button like the Samsungs have (from what I could see the Stylo 3 doesn't have this). Anyway, I'd love to hear a review when you get your phone, which I hope is soon! Happy playing.

By the way, where is the fingerprint scanner located? I like that feature.

Re: Stylo 3

SchippyLuv — Sat, 21 Apr 2018 03:42:31 GMT

Now that I've been using the Stylo for two days, I can honestly say that it is the best and most feature-rich Tracfone I've ever used.

No, it does not have some sort of indicator light for messages and phone calls, but I never used that anyway. I just check my phone from time to time. Any additional lights would just reduce battery life.

The fingerprint ID system is totally genius. It not only works to enter the phone without a hassle, it also acts as my password for most of my apps. It's so much simpler and more secure than traditional passwords.

The note feature is very useful. For instance, tomorrow I'm going house hunting. I've set up three notes, one for each house, with + and - lists. I have more to learn about the note feature, but I have plenty of time to learn...

The camera is better than the Fiesta, and the voice is HD so that when you make phone calls, you can actually hear the other person as if they were in the room with you.

Now I will be happy and well entertained until the next new LG Tracfone comes along...

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Sat, 21 Apr 2018 13:50:11 GMT

I wish there was a way to comment on reviews made in the original QVC page.. but wanted to tell the person who was returning their phone because she didn't like the case.

For the same amount you would pay for shipping, Amazon is setlling a whole bunch of gorgeous cases. Just search for LG Stylo 3 case.

Also - for the person whose screen was fading, there is a setting to set the time that the screen goes away.. go to Setting/Display/ScreenTimeout - and bump up the default value.

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 03:29:30 GMT

@LexaMom wrote:
The presenter said 2 TB, but the Tracfone reps who answered questions insisted it only could be expanded up to 32 GB.

I'm very happy with the phone. The camera really is so much better than the camera on my previous tracfone which was Samsung Sky.

@LexaMom, which Samsung Sky did you have? I have the J3 so it's an older one, looking forward to this new bigger screen. Plus I do not care for the camera on the J3 at all. I had a tough time deciding if I wanted to get the Stylo 3 as my son has the LG Fiesta 2 and I like that one a lot so I thought about going with that one. But my Sky has been acting up and HSN was sold out of the Fiesta 2 and QVC doesn't even show it in their inventory so I decided to just bite the bullet and go for the Stylo 3.

Yes, there was a lot of conflicting info given in the questions and answers, especially with the expansion of the phone. It just seems nobody could decide which way was up. It was really a disappointing demonstration of the phone this time around, IMO. It all seemed clear as mud.

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 03:41:54 GMT

@Stargazer77, I will be sure and come back with a review once I get it set up and can play with it enough to give you good answers. I received it today but have been busy and didn't yet get it out of the box. I also had the LG Ultimate 2 sometime back until I also upgraded to the Galaxy Sky (we probably are following the same tracfone paths, lol). I LOVED the notification light on the Ultimate 2 but without the home button, this one is going to have to work differently. My son's phone (not a tracfone) has a blinking light that comes on in one of the top corners of his phone and that is his notification light. I don't know if this is how it will be or not. I will be sure and let you know. Also, I had the same concerns as you. I don't know if I'll be happy without a home button. Both my sons say they thought the same but they don't have home buttons on their current phones and they said they found it has not bothered them like they thought it would. As for the fingerprint scanner, it's on the on switch, which is located on the back as you said (another concern of mine so I'm hoping that won't bother me). I like that feature a lot also. I type in a password right now and that gets old. So I have concerns but decided to take a chance on it and see.

I will check back as soon as I can to let you know what I think!

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 03:44:22 GMT

@SchippyLuv wrote:
Now that I've been using the Stylo for two days, I can honestly say that it is the best and most feature-rich Tracfone I've ever used.

No, it does not have some sort of indicator light for messages and phone calls, but I never used that anyway. I just check my phone from time to time. Any additional lights would just reduce battery life.

The fingerprint ID system is totally genius. It not only works to enter the phone without a hassle, it also acts as my password for most of my apps. It's so much simpler and more secure than traditional passwords.

The note feature is very useful. For instance, tomorrow I'm going house hunting. I've set up three notes, one for each house, with + and - lists. I have more to learn about the note feature, but I have plenty of time to learn...

The camera is better than the Fiesta, and the voice is HD so that when you make phone calls, you can actually hear the other person as if they were in the room with you.

Now I will be happy and well entertained until the next new LG Tracfone comes along...

It does not have a notification light? I was told by Tracfone themselves that it did, plus from reading other reviews online (not here at QVC). I find that very disappointing. I really miss that feature.

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 03:46:15 GMT

@LexaMom wrote:
I wish there was a way to comment on reviews made in the original QVC page.. but wanted to tell the person who was returning their phone because she didn't like the case.
For the same amount you would pay for shipping, Amazon is setlling a whole bunch of gorgeous cases. Just search for LG Stylo 3 case.

Also - for the person whose screen was fading, there is a setting to set the time that the screen goes away.. go to Setting/Display/ScreenTimeout - and bump up the default value.

@LexaMom, I always wish I could comment on those reviews too. I never keep the cases the phone comes with but always go on Amazon to find a better phone case. They are not expensive and give better protection in most cases. It seems silly to me to return the phone over the case but that's just my opinion.

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 09:54:24 GMT

When I first came to Tracfone - I had a Samsung Note - so I was very unhappy with the Sky..except for losing that monthly wireless bill. The camera on the Sky was terrible.

So the camera on the Stylo 3 was a big reason I upgraded and I am thrilled with it.
The size of the display is very similar to the Note as well. I have no complaints about the Stylo 3, just received a gorgeous case from Amazon, I never had one so don't miss a notification light.

There is a Home icon (the circle) at the bottom of the screen - so you shoudn't need to use the button on the back.

Re: Stylo 3

Cumbercookie13 — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 14:35:54 GMT

@Qgirl26 wrote:
@SchippyLuv wrote:
Now that I've been using the Stylo for two days, I can honestly say that it is the best and most feature-rich Tracfone I've ever used.

No, it does not have some sort of indicator light for messages and phone calls, but I never used that anyway. I just check my phone from time to time. Any additional lights would just reduce battery life.

The fingerprint ID system is totally genius. It not only works to enter the phone without a hassle, it also acts as my password for most of my apps. It's so much simpler and more secure than traditional passwords.

The note feature is very useful. For instance, tomorrow I'm going house hunting. I've set up three notes, one for each house, with + and - lists. I have more to learn about the note feature, but I have plenty of time to learn...

The camera is better than the Fiesta, and the voice is HD so that when you make phone calls, you can actually hear the other person as if they were in the room with you.

Now I will be happy and well entertained until the next new LG Tracfone comes along...

It does not have a notification light? I was told by Tracfone themselves that it did, plus from reading other reviews online (not here at QVC). I find that very disappointing. I really miss that feature.

I have the Stylo 3 and it does have a notification light. It's a little red light in the upper left corner.

Re: Stylo 3

Stargazer77 — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 17:32:58 GMT

@Qgirl26 Thanks, that is very appreciated! I'm particularly interested to hear how you feel about the power button being on the back and how that works with the fingerprint scanner, if it's cumbersome or annoying, etc. Also curious about the notification light. Enjoy playing with your new phone!

I think I'm going to hold off for a while and stick with my Samsung Galaxy Sky (the J3 model). I'll buy some texts online and add a year's worth of time for 50 dollars with the add on at checkout, since my time is up in a couple weeks. Then I can see what comes out down the line or if I want to try out the Stylo 3 eventually. Thanks for the reply.

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:48:57 GMT

@Cumbercookie13 wrote:
I have the Stylo 3 and it does have a notification light. It's a little red light in the upper left corner

Aha!! I do see the light now - it flashes. Never noticed it. Very cool. I do love this phone..

Re: Stylo 3

LexaMom — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:54:36 GMT

To AFTIV, on the reviews page - I used to work for the phone company. Transferring your phone number from one company to another is NOT an instant process. Anytime you do that - the number needs to go through a number of systems to move. You should not have lost use of your old phone until it was complete. Don't expect miracles.

Re: Stylo 3

Qgirl26 — Sat, 28 Apr 2018 23:52:52 GMT

@Cumbercookie13 wrote:
@Qgirl26 wrote:
@SchippyLuv wrote:
Now that I've been using the Stylo for two days, I can honestly say that it is the best and most feature-rich Tracfone I've ever used.

No, it does not have some sort of indicator light for messages and phone calls, but I never used that anyway. I just check my phone from time to time. Any additional lights would just reduce battery life.

The fingerprint ID system is totally genius. It not only works to enter the phone without a hassle, it also acts as my password for most of my apps. It's so much simpler and more secure than traditional passwords.

The note feature is very useful. For instance, tomorrow I'm going house hunting. I've set up three notes, one for each house, with + and - lists. I have more to learn about the note feature, but I have plenty of time to learn...

The camera is better than the Fiesta, and the voice is HD so that when you make phone calls, you can actually hear the other person as if they were in the room with you.

Now I will be happy and well entertained until the next new LG Tracfone comes along...

It does not have a notification light? I was told by Tracfone themselves that it did, plus from reading other reviews online (not here at QVC). I find that very disappointing. I really miss that feature.
I have the Stylo 3 and it does have a notification light. It's a little red light in the upper left corner.

I thought so @Cumbercookie13! Thanks so much for clarifying. Everything I read on the phone said that it did.