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LG U8120 Review

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Following the trends towards mobile phones that function as one-stop electronic devices for a wide-range of functions, the LG U8120 is a mobile phone that is trying to be all things to all people. The high points of this phone are its e-mail capability, VGA digital imaging device, and attention to detail when it comes to audio functions. The memory has been expanded over the earlier LG U8120—without adding any extra weight.

The LG U8120 makes it possible to attach JPEG images to contacts in your phonebook, allowing users to pick a contact at a glance—as well as better remember new friends or business partners. Another advanced feature that makes keeping in touch a little bit more personalized is the ability to attach ringtones to contacts. This helps you avoid taking calls from the boss while you’re at the pub—and will let you know to run to answer when it’s that special someone.

Getting in touch is a little more vivid with the LG U8120. This mobile phone features video calling—and the enhanced speakerphone makes sure you’ll hear every word. E-mail is also a nice option that helps you keep current with your messages while you’re away from your PC. Besides its usefulness for business, many users take pleasure in sending their friends and family snapshots right after they’re taken.

The flexible USB interface format allows the LG U8120 to connect with a variety of compatible devices—so you can upload your latest pictures and videos to save memory. One fault is that this phone’s memory can only be described as a bit dodgy; competing phones offer more than twice as much internal memory capacity. It’s also possible that some users may be irritated by the phone’s reliance on access to the 3G network to connect with the media their phone is designed to play and display.

The bottom line is this: the LG U8120 is a sturdy flip phone with a long list of features. The MP3 player and high-powered integrated speaker are not to be ignored, while LG has been generous with their selection of in-packaged accessories, which includes headphones. As a media player and communication device, many users will find the LG U8120 is the mobile phone they’ve been looking for.

The main features of the LG U8120:

  • Enhanced multi-mode digital imaging device
  • Recurring alarm function
  • Video calling
  • Flexible call waiting functions
  • MP3 player
  • Animated screensavers
  • E-mail
  • Calculator (with currency converter)
  • Multilingual support
  • Games
  • Speakerphone
  • Reminders
  • MPEG and streaming video capability
  • XHTML browser (WAP 1.0 compliant)
  • Java™ applications and games

Technical Specifications of the LG U8120:

  • Weight: 120 g
  • Dimensions: 9.6cm x 5cm x 2.3cm
  • Main display: 65,536-colours, 176 x 220 pixels
  • External display: 96 x 64 pixels
  • 32 MB memory
  • Camera: 2x zoom; rotates 180 degrees
  • Mobile phone supports JPEG, other common file formats
  • USB interface
  • Standby time: up to 120 hours

The features that the LG U8120 is missing:

  • GPS
  • FM radio

Accessories available for the LG U8120:

Included:

  • Standard Charger/Travel Charger
  • Stereo headphones
  • Data kit
  • Strap

Also available:

  • Handsfree audio devices
  • Additional batteries and chargers
  • Car kits