LG Optimus Black

LG Optimus Black / Specs

AKA: LG B, LG Optimus Black Skype Edition

Overview

Regions availableUSA, Canada, Europe
Networks
GSM:850/900/1800/1900 MHz
UMTS:900/2100 MHz
Data:EDGE, HSDPA 7.2, HSUPA
SIM CardYes
World PhoneYes
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 Froyo (Update Available: 2.3.4 Gingerbread)

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Processor1 GHz
Internal Flash Memory
2 GB
RAMUnknown
ROMUnknown
GPSA-GPS
Digital compassYes
FlightModeYes
Hearing Aid CompatibleNo
TTY/TDD

Digital TTY/TDD enables those who are deaf or hard of hearing to use a special TTY device with digital service.

Yes
Noise CancellationNo
SARHead: 1.27 W/kg
Body: 1.43 W/kg
LanguagesEnglish
Manufacturer Warranty1 Year
Accessories IncludedAC Charger, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery

Power & Battery

TypeLithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1500 mAh
Removable BatteryYes
Wireless ChargingUnknown
Video Playback TimeUnknown
Wi-Fi Surfing TimeUnknown
3G Surfing TimeUnknown
4G Surfing TimeUnknown
Talk TimeUp to:
360 minutes (2G)
Unknown (3G)
Standby TimeUp to 7 days

Physical Characteristics

Design TypeBar
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDAYes
MaterialUnknown
ColorsBlack, White
Dimensions [H x W x D]12.2 x 6.4 x 0.9 cm
(4.8 x 2.5 x 0.4 in)
Weight109 grams
(3.8 ounces)
Rugged DesignNo
Antenna TypeInternal
Changeable FaceplatesNo

Display / Screen

TypeColor
TechnologyLCD (TFT)
Colors16.7 million
Resolution480 x 800 pixels
Pixel DensityUnknown
Size4 inches
3DNo
Secondary DisplayNo
SensorsAmbient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
GraphicsYes
ThemesYes
Backlit IlluminationYes
Zoom / MagnificationYes
Screen Orientation LockUnknown
Multi TouchNo
Fingerprint-Resistant CoatingNo
Additional Display FeaturesNo

Input / Navigation

Sleep / Wake KeyUnknown
Home KeyUnknown
Mute KeyUnknown
Input TypeTouchscreen
Navigation TypeTouchscreen
Predictive Text EntryYes
Physical KeyboardUnknown
Voicemail KeyYes
Any Key AnswerNo
Voice CommandsNo
Keypad / Screen LockYes
External Volume ControlYes
External Media Playback ControlsNo

Call Management

Contact List CapacityDepends on system memory
Multiple Numbers Per ContactEmail address, Other fields
Contact GroupsUnknown
Auto AnswerNo
Voice Activated DialingYes
Photo Caller IDYes

Web / Email / Messaging

Web Browsing TypeHTML
BrowserGoogle Android
JavascriptYes
FlashYes
EmailYes
Email ProtocolsPOP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
Additional Email FeaturesNo
Messaging ServicesSMS, MMS, IM (Google Talk)
Push-to-talk (PTT)No

Connectivity

USBMicro-USB 2.0
Bluetooth2.1
Bluetooth ProfilesA2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n
WiFi Encryption-
Mobile HotspotYes
WiMAXNo
Expansion SlotsYes
Expansion Slots InfoMicroSD (up to 32 GB)
PC SynchronizationYes
TV-outYes
DLNA Support

Digital Living Network Alliance standards-based technology to make it easier for consumers to use, share and enjoy their digital photos, music and videos

No
NFC

Near Field Communication is a short-range wireless communication technology

No
UMA SupportNo
Data Tethering CompatibilityYes
Java ApplicationsNo
Brew ApplicationsNo
ECML / Digital WalletNo
PictBridgeNo

Camera

Front Camera
Built-In
Yes
Resolution
Unknown
Zoom
Unknown
Additional Front Camera Info
2 Mpx
Video Capture / Recording
Unknown
Video Recording Parameters
Unknown
Rear Camera
Built-In
Yes
Resolution
5+ megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
LED
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Geotagging
Video Capture / Recording
Yes
Video Recording Formats
H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
No

Audio / Video

Audio PlaybackYes
Audio FormatsMIDI, MP3, eAAC, AAC+, AAC, WAV
RadioNo
Video PlaybackYes
Video Playback Formats3G2 / 3GPP2, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Mobile TVNo
Streaming VideoYes
External SpeakersNo
Headset JackYes
Custom RingtonesNo
Vibration AlertYes
Downloadable RingtonesYes
Ringtone ComposerNo
Ringer IDYes
Haptic Feedback VibrationUnknown
SpeakerphoneYes

Apps

To-Do / Task ListUnknown
CalendarYes
World ClockNo
AlarmYes
StopwatchNo
TimerNo
CalculatorYes
Currency ConverterNo
Document ViewerUnknown
WeatherUnknown
StocksUnknown
MapsUnknown
NotepadNo
Voice Memos / RecorderYes
GamesDownloadable
AppsNo
Included Software / AppsDocument Viewer

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Additional CommentsHDMI port
Skype edition available for Telus, comes with 60 minutes of Skype international calling credits
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