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LG Rumor Touch review

7/10 AVG.
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The LG Rumor Touch currently has an Informr score of 7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 5 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Custom
Operating system
Operating system
Custom
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3"
2+ MP
Camera
Camera
2+ MP
1100 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Top Ten Reviews
Top Ten Reviews

The LG Rumor Touch is a good option for pay-as-you-go cell phone users because it comes with many advanced features and superior calling and messaging options. The phone's large size and operating system are limiting factors, but not ones that get in the way of keeping in touch or listening to music...

- Top Ten Reviews Team, Top Ten Reviews
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

I wholeheartedly thought it felt dated from the second I turned it on.

- Todd Haselton, MobileBurn
Phone Scoop
Phone Scoop

As a strict improvement over the LG Rumor2, the LG Rumor Touch offers significant benefits, including faster networking, a larger keyboard and better social networking support built in. But it still falls behind with a lackluster, and occasionally frustrating interface design. The addition of a...

- Philip Berne, Phone Scoop
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

The Rumor Touch proved to be a warrior in our performance testing. Callers said we sounded very clear, possibly a bit muffled but we had a head cold while trying it out which could easily explain that.  On our end we had no problem hearing them and their voice sounded plenty loud and realist...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena

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LG backs up the Rumor Touch with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Rumor Touch 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"

The LG Rumor Touch's screen size is 3 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
52 MB

Internal memory is 52 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1100mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 1100 mAh battery. LG's performance ratings are 420 minutes.

Rumor Touch Specs

Overview
Release Date January 10, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage 52 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.62 W/kg
Body: 0.87 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. 0
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 2+ Megapixels
Zoom
 15x digital
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
 QVGA (320 x 240 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Proximity
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 1100 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 420 minutes
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.7 x 5.6 x 1.5 cm (4.2 x 2.2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 133 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 600
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3
Video Playback Formats: Unknown
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): LG LN510, LG Banter Touch
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