There’s a rumour going about that Motorola’s planning to conquer the world. Well, at the rate they’re churning out new versions of their acclaimed Razr model, we won’t really be surprised if they do so.

Modelled after its anorexic ancestors, the Razr V3x looks like it gained a good few grams as the bulkier version is equipped with 3G capabilities and an awesome 2-megapixel camera.

While lovers of the old version might be unhappy with its bulkier dimensions (19.6mm from 13.9mm and 125g from 95g), it sure does impress for a 3G phone that has the slimmest design in the market.

For guys (or girls) with big hands, it might be a refreshing change compared to the previous versions.

I felt really comfortable with the rubbery texture as I held it in my hand, listening to music with their audio player programme.

Features

One major improvement is its much faster 3G services. I managed to stream clips and watch television programmes at rates which are sometimes faster than what I get watching YouTube on my laptop.

What was really amazing was its ability to have a one-size-fits-all mini-USB connector for the phone. This means that you can listen to music, transfer files from your computer and charge it with just 1 port. Expect similarity to the previous versions: huge flat buttons that’re hard for even those with the fattest fingers to hit 2 keys at once.

They also provide a one-touch video call function for video calls and a 3G button that allows you connect instantly to their services. The Razr V3x has a voice-recognition programme that allows you to activate programmes such as voicemail and redial just by saying the word.

However, if you have a good Singaporean accent, chances are you’ll probably be rejected a couple of times before figuring out the proper way of pronouncing it. The sound system wasn’t too impressive. With Motorola churning out surround sound speakers in its other models, you’d expect something like that too for the V3x. However, with just 1 speaker at the back of the phone, any expectation for sound-blasting audio is soon dashed.

What’s enjoyable, though, is the 2-megapixel camera that allows you to shoot pictures of good quality. They’ve also made cam-whoring easier by providing a macro mode switch below the main screen.

Overall

I liked the feel and aesthetics of the phone. It’s a little bit bulkier, but that’s about that you can complain about. The 3G services are faster and clearer and the camera’s great for those with trigger-happy fingers. I’m also impressed by their multi-purpose mini-USB as well as their one-touch buttons, which make things a lot easier for me.

What I found lacking was the quality of the audio as well as the battery life. A reasonable and average person using the phone for calls and music will find the phone in the red in less than 2 days.