I don't find it any more solid than my wife's LG Accolade, but always thought her phone was a good quality device, much better than the newer Revere2 or Samsung Gusto that's available now

The Samsung is a handy device that travels well in my pocket

Secondly, I wanted a sturdy device that will take a few bumps and bruises

After hours working the issue, I learned that this device is NOT capable of synching to an Apple product either through the USB cable or Bluetooth.

When I tried to activate it as a replacement phone for the basic phone on my plan, I was told this device was no longer supported by Verizon.

Just hope the 3 is as sturdy as C-2.