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LG Viewty review

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LG Viewty
LG Viewty
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8/10
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The LG Viewty currently has an Informr score of 8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 7 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
Unknown
Screen Size
Screen Size
Unknown
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1000 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

The Viewty Smart has a gorgeous display and a best-of-class user interface.

- GSMArena team, GSMArena
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The Viewty is a very stylish and fashionable phone, trying to take on Apple's mighty iPhone with its large touch-sensitive display and simple form-factor. It builds on these features by including a 5 megapixel camera, 120fps video capture, and HSDPA 3G connectivity, making it a serious contender to...

- Russell Jefferies, MobileBurn


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LG backs up the Viewty with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Viewty has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact LG support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find LG's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
Unknown

The LG Viewty's screen size is Unknown with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
100 MB

Internal memory is 100 MB. An external, MicroSD expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1000 mAh battery. LG's performance ratings are 13 days standby time.

LG Viewty Specs

Overview
Release Date September 21, 2007
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 100 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.7 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles No
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (Xenon)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, ISO, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, DivX
Video Recording Parameters
400 x 240 pixels
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size Unknown
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1000 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 13 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.4 x 5.4 x 1.5 cm (4.1 x 2.1 x 0.6 in)
Weight 112 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, MSN, Yahoo
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 500
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, DivX
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Radio: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): LG KU990
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