http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpGvqflEASE&feature=youtu.be As you probably already know, the LG Optimus G is an awesome but fragile device. With a sheet of Gorilla glass on the front, and a sheet of regular glass on the back, there aren’t many ways you can drop it without it shattering. While reviewing the Optimus G, I lived in fear (I’m… Read more
I have had the pleasure of spending a few days with the two different models of the LG Optimus G, namely the AT&T and Sprint models. Though I have not used them enough for a full review, it has been enough experience to write a first impressions post. First of all, most of the specs are shared between the AT&T and Sprint Optimus G’s. They both have… Read more
The LG Optimus G has been out for quite a while in the US, but we’re just lucky. The rest of the world hasn’t had the chance to buy one yet, but their chance is coming soon. LG announced that they are starting the sale of the Optimus G in other countries, starting with Singapore late this month, followed by other countries soon after. The phone will… Read more
The AT&T LG Optimus G is a pretty impressive phone, with a quad core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4, 2GB of RAM, 4.7″ 720p IPS display, and 16GB of internal memory with an included 16GB microSD. No doubt that this is a high end device. You would think it goes for a high end price, but it’s surprisingly only $99.99 with a new contract from AT&T. Amazon, however,… Read more
We all know the supply problems that exist with the Nexus 4. They’re basically impossible to buy because Google just doesn’t have enough. When asked about it, both companies were either vague or blamed the other. We had our own theories of course, and one of them has been proven right today. An interview with Cathy Robin, the LG Mobile France director,… Read more
Are we surprised? I’m trying to decided if I’m surprised or not. However, as can be seen in a photo taken from this coming February issue of Consumer Reports, in the 2013 Smartphone survey several Android phones are rated ahead of the iPhone 5. I don’t disagree, but if you look back at my top phones of 2012, I am surprised about some phone I’m not… Read more
Note: This article has been cross-posted on TmoNews. With the sudden discovery that LTE on the Nexus 4 “can work” on the AWS band with a minimum of work, LG is taking to the press to officially discuss the lack of the feature. In fact, LG’s reasoning is pretty much exactly what we expected, the Nexus 4 has leftover chip technology from the LG… Read more
By all accounts, the introduction of the Optimus G and Nexus 4 has given LG a reinvigorated spirit as they take out an ad in the Wall Street Journal poking fun at some of their rivals. The full-page ad states unequivocally “We Make Phones Not War,” in very large print with a paragraph underneath that highlights LG’s commitment to innovation through… Read more
Have you been waiting for the LG Optimus G since it’s been announced? Excited for the high end device, but can’t afford a $200 phone? Here’s a great deal for you: the Optimus G for both AT&T and Sprint is $100 off. And even better, the deal applies to both new account and upgrades. For only $99.99, this phone is an amazing deal. The LG Optimus G is… Read more
AT&T fans take note as the carrier launches two notable smartphones today with the release of the LG Optimus G and Sony Xperia TL. The devices are available online and in stores, with pre-orders arriving at some point today as well. The LG Optimus G is similar to the recently announced Nexus 4 hardware and spec wise, featuring a 4.7″ display,… Read more
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