You save 50% off with Virgin Mobile - LG Optimus V No-Contract Mobile Phone - Black 2011 - 2012
Overview
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This mobile phone features an Android 2.2 operating system to keep you connected and productive on the go and a built-in digital camera and camcorder to capture still photos and video. A 3.2" touch-screen display makes navigating features simple.
What's Included
Virgin Mobile LG Optimus V No-Contract Mobile Phone
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Combo charger
USB cable, 2GB microSD memory card
Owner's manual
Product Features
Android 2.2 operating system
Allows you to stay connected and productive on the go.
Built-in 3.2MP digital camera and camcorder
Lets you take still photos and video.
Built-in Bluetooth compatibility
For wireless communication with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
Android Market
Provides preloaded apps for your phone (additional fees may apply).
Text and MMS messaging
Makes it easy to communicate with friends and family.
3G and Wi-Fi Internet capabilities
Provides Internet browsing ability (additional fees may apply).
Operates on CDMA 1900MHz networks
For reliable wireless communication.
Color touch-screen display
For simple navigation of features.
Custom polyphonic ringtones
Let you personalize the sound of your phone.
Vibrate mode
Notifies you discreetly of incoming phone calls and messages.
Voice activated
For hands-free dialing.
Speed dial
Lets you call frequently dialed numbers at the touch of a button.
500-entry phone book
Keeps your contact numbers where you need them.
Hands-free speakerphone
Lets you talk while driving.
Up to 6 hours talk time and 168 hours standby
With included rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Specifications
- Warranty Terms - Parts1 year limited
- Warranty Terms - Labor1 year limited
- Product Height4-1/2"
- Product Width2-3/8"
- Product Weight4.7 oz.
- Product Depth1/2"
- Phone StyleBar phone
- Band and ModeCDMA
- Technology Details1900MHz
- Bluetooth-EnabledYes
- Talk TimeUp to 6 hours
- Standby TimeUp to 168 hours
- Battery TypeRechargeable lithium-ion
- Vibrate ModeYes
- Customizable Ring TonesYes
- Voice ActivatedYes
- Downloadable GamesYes
- Speed DialingYes
- Color DisplayYes
- Internet/Email CapableYes
- Built-in Digital CameraYes
- MMSYes
- Text Messaging/Instant MessagingYes
- Touch ScreenYes
- Mobile Operating SystemAndroid
- QWERTY KeyboardNo
- Camera Resolution3.2MP
- MP3 Playback CapabilityYes
- Vibration AlertYes
- SpeakerphoneYes
- GraphicsYes
- Downloadable RingtonesYes
- Changeable FaceplateNo
- External Caller IDYes
- PhonebookUp to 500 entries
- Service ProviderVirgin Mobile
- Device ManufacturerLG
- Wireless Capability3G
- Product LineOptimus
- Product ModelV
- UPC836182002705
Customer Reviews
Posted by: cubeman from Los Angeles on 03/01/2011Had no intention of buying a new phone, but when my company moved and I had no service for most of my waking hours it was time for a change. It decided to look in the world of smart phones. Being a lover of apple products I naturally thought of the of the iPhone, but I was not eager to commit to 80 dollars+ a month for two years. I then discovered this is not just the scenario for the iPhone but for every smart phone from a major carrier. I could afford it but I could not justify the excessive monthly bill. I barely use my phone. My monthly minutes rarely go over 100 and I wasn't sure how much smart I'd need or use. It seemed like I'd be throwing a lot of money away, but I needed a new phone.
I knew there had to be a answer and turns out this phone and Virgin Mobile are the perfect solution for me. 300 minutes is plenty and with unlimited data I could test out the world of smart phones with no commitment.
Porting my phone number only took one 10 minute phone call and 3 hrs waiting. A quick visit to Virgin mobile's web site to set up auto pay and I was good to go. Now I see what I've been missing and it's great. I love being able to stream Pandora at work or browse the web while I'm stuck shopping with my wife or find the cheapest gas price wherever I'm at. The best part is I can do all this paying less per month than I did with my old dumb phone and I get better coverage. I highly recommend this phone for anyone wanting a no strings way to test the smart phone waters. Sure it can't do everything the high-powered phones do but for me phone does just about everything I want it to. Flash support would be nice but the youtube app works really well and the iPhone doesn't support flash either.
Now for the battery tip. When I first got this phone the battery would fully discharge in just a few hours. It would almost completely drain overnight on standby! The phone felt hot, and it would take hours and hours to charge. I thought I must have a defective battery or phone. I did some research and it seems likely that this phone may suffer from a software bug where the radio constantly searching for a signal. This kills the battery. The quick solution is to put the phone into airplane mode for 15 seconds or so and then go back to normal. After doing this my battery life was GREATLY improved. The phone doesn't feel hot anymore and it went from the battery draining 80% overnight to only 10%. Anyone interested in the specifics check out these links.
http://androidforums.com/lg-optimus-v/271220-optimus-v-defective-battery-how-kill-apps.html
http://forum.androidcentral.com/optimus-v/57943-excessive-battery-drain-even-standby.html
This needs to be done every time you reboot the phone. If Virgin is listening, fix this problem or you may be getting a lot of returned phones. Don't let people miss out on this great product and value.
If you get good coverage from sprint in your area and you're thinking of jumping into the world of smart phones or just like saving money, I highly recommend this phone.
What's great about it: Great Value, good phone, great plan
What's not so great: even with fix it'd be nice if the battery lasted longer but I understand most smart phones have this issue
I would recommend this to a friend!
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