LG GT505 review
Network and connections
A high-end Smartphone offered on the market by LG. The GT505 offers advanced technologies for optimal operating quality. The network receiver is in fact a GSM Quadband, capable of guaranteeing 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, on the other hand, 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, it is possible to use Wi-Fi connectivity for distributed networks.
Design and features
The style is simple but elegant. The rounded lines give dynamism and ergonomics to the grip. The dimensions are in line with the main competitors, thus guaranteeing portability without compromises. The front is occupied almost entirely by the screen, a 240x400 pixel TFT, capable of guaranteeing bright images up to 256,000 colors. It is equipped with Touch Screen technology, which allows intuitive and fast management of every content. Just below are the keys for managing calls, as well as the multifunction central key. The package includes stereo headphones and a data cable.
Main features
The GT505's proprietary platform is complete in every respect. Contact list, organizer for appointments, alarm clock, calculator and currency converter are just some of the standard applications. Java support also allows you to install 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 PDFs. In this way you can also send and receive E-mail with attachments. Simplified writing helps a lot in composing text, for SMS and multimedia messages. For browsing the Internet, the dynamic display provided by the accelerometer is convenient, automatically orienting images according to the rotation of the phone. The voice sector offers hands-free, voice recorder and multiconference support, as well as video calling via a dedicated camera.
Entertainment and multimedia
To take photographs 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 obtain amazing results. The memory available for saving data is plentiful, expandable up to 8 GB via microSD cards. The media player, on the other hand, perfectly plays your favorite audio and video files in various formats. There is also an AM/FM radio antenna, for listening to radio broadcasts on the go. The GPS receiver is also present, to turn the GT505 into a satellite navigator.