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LG Optimus Chic E720 review

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LG Optimus Chic E720
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4.3/10
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The LG Optimus Chic E720 currently has an Informr score of 4.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 4 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The LG Optimus Chic is an Android-powered smartphone with a robust feature set, including a 3.2-inch touchscreen, tethering capability, 5MP camera with auto-focus, video record (640 x 480), GPS, Bluetooth and WiFi.

The Chic also offers a full suite of basic features, including calendar, alarms, etc., along with native apps for Facebook and Twitter. It also comes with a 3.5mm headset jack and expandable memory up to 32GB via microSD/microSDHC.

The LG Optimus Chic offers a talk time up to 5 hours and a standby time up to 450 hours.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
600 MHz
Processor
Processor
600 MHz
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1250 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

A nice entry level Android smartphone that takes detailed pictures and provides quick and efficient online access

- Joseph Rizzuto, Mobile Syrup
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

Aimed at the fashion-conscious consumer, the LG Optimus Chic has an appealing design with its glossy black plastic body, surrounded by a chrome-like subtle rim. What takes some points out of the design is the weight, and the fact that the touch buttons underneath the screens require significant...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena

I LOVE this phone! This is my first smart phone but it has consistently blown my mind. I would highly recommend it. I'm using Bell on the east coast of Canada. I have read several reviews about the buttons being difficult to push. I haven't found this to be true in the slightest. Maybe I have salty skin. Dunno. The interface is intuitive. The google speech recognition apps is AWESOME!! The camera is a very capable 5 MP. Installing dozens of apps doesn't seem to affect the system much. The browser if very good compared to every other phone I've had. With a bit of understanding of computers, you can set this phone up to be very personalized. The selection of apps is vast and growing incredibly fast. The downside is the potential to drain your battery extremely quick if you keep your GPS on, have a bright background, keep bluetooth on, etc. I've found it necessary to reboot my phone daily to ensure no background apps kill my battery. Keeping the usage to a minumum, the battery will last 3-4 days. On a full charge, I have been able to surf on the net and play games for about 4 hours. The screen is very responsive. (capacitive) It is quite resistant to scratches. Overall, I can't think of any reason not to get this phone for the $250 price tag. It puts a smile on my face every day, and it's been 3 months for me.


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LG backs up the Optimus Chic E720 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Optimus Chic E720 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact LG support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find LG's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.




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Screen Size
3.2"

The LG Optimus Chic E720's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
600 MHz

There is a Qualcomm 600 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
150 MB

Internal memory is 150 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1250mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1250 mAh battery. LG's performance ratings are 6.5 days standby time, 330 minutes.

Optimus Chic E720 Specs

Overview
Release Date November 30, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm 600 MHz
Internal Storage 150 MB
RAM 512 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.29 W/kg
Body: 0.71 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, HSDPA 7.2, HSUPA
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles No
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Geotagging, ISO, Night mode, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, DivX
Video Recording Parameters
VGA (640 x 480 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Multi-touch input method
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1250 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 330 minutes
Standby Time Up to 6.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.2 x 5.8 x 1.3 cm (4.4 x 2.3 x 0.5 in)
Weight 132 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
ROM: 512MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: OTA
DLNA Support: Yes
Brew Applications: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, WAV, QCP
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, DivX
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Viewable document types: DOC, PDF, PPT, RTF, XLS
Games: Yes
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: Document Viewer, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Bebo
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Voice Memos / Recorder

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