LG GT505 review

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Verdict:

LG's hardware has potential, but the GT505 is hamstrung by a lack of bundled applications and external memory.

Review Date: 16 Nov 2009

Price when reviewed: £460

Supplier: http://www.handtec.co.uk

Reviewed By: Barry de la Rosa

Our Rating 2 stars out of 5

User Rating

Details
Part Code	GT505
Review Date	16 Nov 2009
Price	£460
Rating

Hardware
Main display size	3.0in
Native resolution	240x400
Second Display
CCD effective megapixels	5-megapixel
Flash	LED
Video recording format	3GP
Connectivity	Bluetooth, WiFi, USB
GPS
Internal memory	60MB
Memory card support	microSDHC
Memory card included	0MB
Operating frequencies	GSM 850/900/1800/1900, 3G 1900/2100
Wireless data	EDGE, HSDPA
Size	107x56x12mm
Weight	98g

Features
Operating system	proprietary
Microsoft Office compatibility	Word/Excel/PowerPoint/PDF viewers
Email client	POP3/IMAP
Audio format support	MP3
Video playback formats	3GP, MP4
FM Radio
Web Browser	Proprietary
Accessories	headset, USB data cable, mains adapter
Talk time	3.5 hours
Standby time	12.5 days
Tested battery life (MP3 playback)	27h 46m

Buying Information
SIM-free price	£460
Price on contract	Free on £29-per-month, 18-month contract
SIM-free supplier	www.handtec.co.uk
Contract/prepay supplier	www.orange.co.uk
Details	www.lge.com

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User comments

Worst Phone Ever

The screen cracked in my bag, with a cover!
Unlocking feature made it aanoying; constanly apologising to random contacts for ringing them in my pocket.
battery life was laughable and i ended up using a 7-year old blackberry which didnt jam nearly as much as this pile of s#@t

By truthhurts on 15 Jun 2011