LG Vu

The LG Vu is a cell phone by LG showcased at the CES 2008. To be used exclusively with the AT&T; Network, the phone resembles the iPhone including the touch large screen, but costs less.

Fast Facts

1. Manufacturer: LG Group
2. Price: $299
3. Debut: January 2008
4. Specs: 4.25" (H) x 2.16" (W) x 0.51" (D)
5. Weight: 3.16 ounces
6. Memory: 120 MB
7. Connectivity: 3G, Bluetooth
8. Carrier: AT&T; Network only
9. Designed to work with AT&T; Mobile TV

Multimedia Uses

The large touch screen also doubles as the phone's media player, supporting music and movie playback as well as AT&T; Mobile TV. A full HTML browser allows for web browsing and access to email, text and instant messaging. The phone also features a two megapixel camera with video capture.

Reviews

The main draw to the Vu is the features of the iPhone, without the same price tag. The touch screen has large buttons, making data entry easier. The drawbacks include poor call quality and poor reception with the built-in XM Satellite Radio.

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