LG GT500 review
Network and connections
The mobile carrier Orange offers the GT500, the customized version of the LG GT505. Advanced technologies are used to ensure optimal operating quality. The network receiver is in fact a GSM Quadband, able to guarantee a perfect signal anywhere in the world. UMTS network support is perfectly managed by Dual Mode. To communicate with other devices, you can use Bluetooth or the USB 2.0 data cable. To browse the Internet, the internal modem is essential. It offers high speeds thanks to HSDPA, comparable to home ADSL. The HTML browser will therefore be able to open any page without problems. In addition, you can use Wi-Fi connectivity for distributed networks.
Design and features
The style is simple but elegant. The rounded lines provide dynamism and ergonomics in the grip. The dimensions are in line with the main competitors, ensuring portability without compromise. The front is almost entirely occupied by the screen, a 240x400 pixel TFT, capable of delivering bright images with up to 256,000 colors. It is equipped with Touch Screen technology, allowing intuitive and fast management of all content. Just below are the keys for managing calls, in addition to the central multifunction key. The package includes stereo earphones and a data cable.
Main features
The proprietary platform of the GT500 is complete in every respect. Contact list, appointment organizer, alarm clock, calculator and currency converter are just some of the standard applications. Java support also allows the installation of compatible software, to customize the device according to your needs. The Office package allows you to open and edit the most common document formats, as well as PDF files. This also allows you to send and receive E-mail with attachments. Predictive text is very helpful when composing text, for SMS and multimedia messages. For Internet browsing, the dynamic display provided by the accelerometer is convenient, automatically orienting images based on the phone's rotation. The voice section offers speakerphone, voice recorder and multiconference support, as well as video calling via a dedicated camera.
Entertainment and multimedia
To take photos or record quality videos, you can use the built-in camera. It has a resolution of as much as 5 megapixels which, together with Flash and dedicated functions, allow you to achieve amazing results. There is plenty of memory available for saving data, expandable up to 8 GB via microSD cards. The media player, on the other hand, plays your favorite audio and video files perfectly in various formats. There is also an AM/FM radio antenna, for listening to radio broadcasts on the move. The GPS receiver is also present, turning the GT500 into a satellite navigator.