The LG Phoenix is an entry-level Android smartphone released in April of 2011. Although a low-cost smartphone, the Phoenix's design and specifications are on par with today's handsets.
Also known as the Thrive, the Phoenix has a 3.2-inch TFT capacitive touch screen with a 320 x 480 display resolution. It has an accelerometer that automatically rotates the user interface to landscape mode when the phone is tilted to 90 degrees.
The Phoenix's 600 MHz ARM II processor and Adreno GPU may be a little bit behind, but it is surely powerful enough to run the latest Android applications.
In terms of internet connectivity, the Phoenix can browse the internet through Wi-Fi and 3G HSDPA networks with speeds up to 7.2 mbps. It runs on an Android Froyo operating system with a powerful Google V8 JavaScript Engine, great for speedy web browsing with the onboard Chrome browser.
In addition, the Phoenix sports a 3.15 megapixel auto-focus camera that is capable of shooting high-quality 2048 x 1536 pictures. The phone package includes a 2 GB microSD card and allows up to 32 GB of memory expansion. With a large 1500 mAh power supply, the phone lasts for 430 hours on standby mode and 7.5 hours of talk time.
The LG Phoenix offers an attractive package for anyone searching for a inexpensive Android smartphone with a solid build design, powerful features, and the versatility of the Android Froyo operating system.
Need to Know: LG Phoenix
1. Entry-level Android smartphone with a low price tag. (The Good)
2. A 1500 mAh battery is impressive enough to squeeze in more than 7 hours of talk time. (The Good)
3. Despite being an Android smart phone, there is no office document or PDF viewer. (The Bad)
4. The 3.2 TFT capacitive touch screen has poor sunlight visibility. (The Bad)
What the Critics Are Saying...
- John V., PhoneArenaJust like the other handful of variants before it, the LG Phoenix is still an acceptable basic Android smartphone, and more importantly, it’s the perfect gateway device in moving people up from feature phones. However, its late arrival on AT&T’s lineup is indeed alarming – espe...
- Nicole Lee, CnetAs far as entry-level Android phones go, the LG Thrive is certainly one of the better options out there. It's also available prepaid via AT&T's GoPhone network, which is another plus for those who don't like two-year contracts. However, if you have a choice of networks, you might consider th...
- Sydney Arnold, PhonedogBased on my previous experience with other Optimus One phones, I had high expectations for the LG Phoenix and it did not let me down. The processor kept up with most everyday tasks and made everything smooth with little to no lag. This may not be a high-end phone, but it is definitely a viable optio...
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Common Questions
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LG backs up the Phoenix with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your Phoenix 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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Manuals / User Guides
- LG Phoenix Manual (PDF)
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