Frequently Asked Questions
MP3 Player
  1. What devices allow for playing MP3s?
  2. What do I need to do to play MP3s on my device?
  3. Where to I get these accessories -- does Verizon Wireless sell them?
  4. Can Verizon Wireless devices play my iPod music?
  5. Can I turn my MP3s into ringtones?
  6. How do I format and play MP3s files from my Verizon Wireless handset?



  1. What devices allow for playing MP3s?

    The following devices can play MP3s:

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  2. What do I need to do to play MP3s on my device?

    In order to play MP3s on your device, the following components are required:

    1. VZW MP3 capable phone
    2. MiniSD or T-Flash card
    3. Capability to transfer music from PC to a miniSD or T-Flash card


    Accessories required to use the MP3 player are sold separately. This includes a storage card that works with your device, such as a miniSD card, and a PC accessory to move the music files from your CDs or PC to the storage card.  At that point, the storage card can be inserted into your device and the MP3 player within the device can be used to playback your music.

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  3. Where to I get these accessories -- does Verizon Wireless sell them?
    Most major retailers and large computer and electronics stores carry these accessories.
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  4. Can Verizon Wireless devices play my iPod music?
    Currently, our devices support the widely used MP3 format, but do not support iTunes/iPod format at this time.
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  5. Can I turn my MP3s into ringtones?
    No. You can choose from thousands of ringtones via Get It Now getTONES applications.
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  6. How do I format and play MP3s files from my Verizon Wireless handset?

    It varies by type of handset.  Refer to the How to Use Guide: MP3s for details. 

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