LG Optimus T, LG Optimus S, LG Optimus U, LG Optimus M and LG Vortex rated 4 out 5 by Wireless and Mobile News' Review of Reviews.
The LG Optimus series of phones includes many different phones. In the first series, the name Optimus is followed by a letter that is the first letter of the carrier, expect for Verizon where the Optimus phone is renamed the LG Vortex. They offer optimal features at an optimally low price.
Because the operating system, specs and features are virtually the same, we will round up all reviews of the LG Optimus first series in this article. The differences are in color, casing, and branding. The phones covered include the LG Optimus T, LG Optimus S, LG Optimus M, LG Optimus U, and LG Vortex.
Note: this review does not include the newer Optimus 2X or LG Optimus Black that have different features and specs.
All Optimus S T M U V phones have 600MHz Qualcomm MSM7627 with Adreno 200 graphics, 512MB of memory, Wi-Fi , Bluetooth 2.1, AGPS, a compass, and an accelerometer.
Reviewers noted that, although Optimus S T M U V phones don't have the fastest processors and lack Adobe Flash web browsing, they still feel snappy with quick web browsing and with benchmark tests that are better than the original Droid. They offer incredible value, a reasonable, affordable priced, and a good deal for new users.
Reviewers called the LG Optimus phones affordable entry-level smartphones that are chock full of features, including a bright, sharp touchscreen with adjustments. LG Optimus phones work well for email and Microsoft Exchange. Optimus' call quality was rated good to very good.
Photo quality was rated good to pretty nice. Unfortunately, they lack built-in flash camera and browsing with Adobe Flash. The smaller screen means that typing is a bit cramped.
If you can live with a smaller screen and without flash in the camera and browser, the Optimus S T M U Vortex may be the deal you want.
Here is a list of all the Optimus Phones and features along with links to buy the phones at the best cheapest prices.
LG Optimus S Sprint - 3.2-inch touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3.2MP camera,
Bluetooth, GPS, customizable home screens, Wi-Fi Hotspot, DivX,
microSD, Swype. Differences include Sprint ID pack and dedicated camera key/voice command key. Colors are Charcoal and Blue. Buy LG Optimus S from Wirefly at a discount.
LG Optimus T (P509) T-Mobile - 3.2-inch touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3.2MP
camera, Bluetooth, GPS, customizable home screens, Wi-Fi Hotspot, DivX,
microSD, and Swype. Colors are Black, Burgundy, and Titanium. Differences inlclude
the microSD under battery cover, and lacks dedicated camera key. Buy LG Optimus T from Amazon for one cent.
LG Optimus M (MS690)
MetroPCS - 3.2-inch touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3.2MP camera, Bluetooth, GPS,
customizable home screens, Wi-Fi, DivX, microSD and Swype.
Differences are the shape/feel of case, the microSD is
under battery cover, and it lacks 3G data. Buy from MetroPCS without a contract.
Vortex (V660) Verizon - 3.2-inch touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3.2MP camera, Bluetooth, GPS, customizable
home screens, Wi-Fi Hotspot, DivX, microSD and Swype. Differences are unique name, Verizon network and Bing search is preloaded. Colors are Black or Violet. Buy LG Vortex from Amazon for a penny.
LG Optimus U (US670)
U.S. Cellular -3.2 inch touchscreen, Android 2.2, 3.2MP camera,
Bluetooth, GPS, customizable home screens, Wi-Fi Hotspot, DivX,
microSD. Differences include Home Key first, Menu Key beneath the screen,
and more stock Android. Color is Blue.