The LG Optimus G is one of the slimmest smartphones ever produced, and yet it’s also one of the most powerful. If you ask LG to describe it in two words or less, “crown jewel” is probably the best you’ll get.
And it is quite valuable indeed. Its design was the basis for one of Google’s own flagship phones, the Nexus 4. Its main features include a 4.7-inch HD touchscreen display, a 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage. It comes with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich pre-installed and is scheduled to be upgraded to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean in the future. There’s no question that it’s one of the most feature-rich Android handsets out on the market at the moment. And it doesn’t hurt that it looks mighty fine, too.
It’s clear that LG worked very hard to deliver as many great features as possible to its customers with the Optimus G. It tends to get hot fairly quickly during usage, but that’s because it comes with one of the most powerful mobile processors ever created. If you’re inclined to give LG a shot and are looking to make the Optimus G your main device, prepare for your expectations to be met.
Need to Know: LG Optimus G
1. Runs on one of the fastest and most powerful mobile processors ever created. (The Good)
2. Uses a 4.7-inch 1280x720 HD screen in an 8mm thin casing. (The Good)
3. Doesn’t come with Jelly Bean as the default OS. (The Bad)
4. Battery life could be longer. (The Bad)
What the Critics Are Saying...
- James A., GSM DomeOverall, we give this handset an 8.7 out of 10 for design, a 9 for hardware, a 9 for OS and UI, for a total of 8.9 out of 10. It’s still a very good phone, but LG is very close to launching a flagship to follow this unit. The advatange is that its price will probably drop more soon.
- Michael Faro-Tusino, UnleashThePhonesIf your looking for a well rounded handset, with a great camera, great design and a unique Android Skin with some very useful additions, then the LG Optimus G is for you! Sadly, if you’re looking to get a device upgradeable to Jelly Bean 4.2.x, then maybe take a look at the Nexus 4, as LG has stated...
- Dima Aryeh, DroidDogThe LG Optimus G is a wonderful device for both carriers. Each has its small differences, but they’re both great. You can expect insanely fast performance, a beautiful display, solid software that won’t disappoint, and a premium feel. However, the fragility of the glass is an issue you must consider...
- Kunal Gangar, Tech TickerDoes getting an LG Optimus G make sense considering the breed of next-generation smartphones are just around the corner? Admittedly, LG is a bit late to the party but Optimus G is a formidable device. It packs some serious performance and gives a run for its money to devices like Galaxy S III that c...
- Rahul Gupta, The Mobile IndianEverything boils down to this one final moment: is the device really worth its price? The Optimus G is a powerful device and we would not call it an over priced one. It costs between Rs 33,000 to Rs 36,000 in the Indian market. It offers superb performance, a brilliant display and great battery back...
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Common Questions
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LG backs up the Optimus G with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your Optimus G 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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Manuals / User Guides
- LG Optimus G Manual (PDF)
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