LG Vu (CU920)

Latest - Review by Gizmodo (added 24 November’08)

LG Vu features:

• Integrated GPS
• 2.0 megapixel camera
• microSD memory port
• Music Player for MP3 and WMA
• Networks - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / UMTS 850 / 1900

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Read More Reviews - (updated 24 November’08)

Gizmodo
“The edges of the touchscreen are less responsive than the rest of it—when you flip to the QWERTY layout for text messaging, for instance, you might have to tap the space button more than once, or at least aim for the top of it (in the gallery there’s a picture of me mashing the center of the key HARD but it’s still not registering).”


Phone Arena
“For starters, the touch screen just isn’t on par with the rest of the competition. Also, some of the applications and menus aren’t as intuitive as the others.”
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CNET reviews the LG Vu (CU920) and writes -
“The good: The LG Vu is a super sexy touch-screen phone with a 3-inch display and haptic feedback. Features include AT&T Mobile TV, HSDPA speeds, a 2.0-megapixel camera, a full HTML browser, and quad-band support.

The bad: The LG Vu’s camera lacks flash, and there’s a learning curve involved with the touch screen. Streaming video was a little choppy as well.”

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CrunchGear reviews the LG Vu (CU920) and writes -
“The Good: Simulcast and time-shifted programming on any device with a 3-inch screen and no lag time will have anyone slipping into sloth mode wherever they are. It’s the ultimate time waster.

The Bad: Unless you’re in an area with strong 3G coverage the phone is pretty useless for watching TV. It may be lightweight, but it feels chintzy and unless you have the fingers of a 5-year-old child, the touchscreen will disappoint regardless of the haptic feedback. Did I mention the $299 price tag? Let’s hope the rumors about a $199 3G iPhone are true regardless of the fact that it will be sans Mobile TV service.”

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PCMag reviews the LG Vu (CU920) and writes -
“The LG Vu isn’t quite as slick as the iPhone. But it’s close. Ultimately, it’s the lack of PC syncing and the somewhat lower-quality Internet options that cause me to recommend Apple’s phone over LG’s. The iPhone successfully takes the place of a PDA and an iPod because it serves as an extension of the media and personal information you keep on your PC, and browsing with Safari is truly gorgeous. The Vu doesn’t quite measure up there, although it’s less expensive and packs in features like 3G, instant messaging, and stereo Bluetooth, which are missing from the iPhone.”

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MobileTechReview reviews the LG Vu (CU920) and writes -
“We like the Vu quite a lot. It’s small, light and attractive with that chic look. Yes, it’s plastic and pales in comparison to the iPhone’s modern skyscraper glass and metal shtick, but when compared to mere mortal phones, it’s good stuff. The touch screen is large, lovely and perfect for TV. Better yet, it responds well and the haptic feedback makes it more natural than interacting with lifeless glass. It’s not quite as good as the iPhone’s (other than the quibble with the iPhone’s lack of tactile feedback), but then nothing is. The Vu’s mobile TV experience is excellent (assuming you’re in a covered area), the camera is good and call is very good. Oh, and we really like the HTML browser.”

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LapTopMag reviews the LG Vu (CU920) and writes -
“If the LG Vu’s goal was to deliver a touchscreen phone and silky-smooth Mobile TV to those who can’t afford (or don’t want to pay for) the iPhone, we say: mission accomplished. The Vu is also a better phone than the iPhone, although it lacks niceties such as visual voicemail. If you don’t need a full Web surfing experience on the go and don’t mind putting up with a few other quirks, this is a good choice.”

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Specifications

[Official LG Specifications]

Owners Manual

[Owners Manual]