LG LX290 Black

Built for Sprint, the LX290 is an entry-level slider phone that offers reliable communication functionality. Featured is an array of short cut keys this is a basic phone meant for those who need to keep in touch with their social connections. Advanced features included in the phone all lead towards better communication with your friends. An email client lets you send messages to your friends over the internet. The display gives a crisp color photo experience. Coupled with a 1.3 megapixel camera, you can upload and download photos form Flickr and Photobucket. For a turn by turn navigation, the device is GPS enabled with Sprint Navigation that supports E911. The smart option of communicating hands free includes a Bluetooth A2DP headset along with a speaker phone. The ability to access your phonebook with ease via the voice dialing also gives you an extra experience from the LX290. For PC synchronization a mini USB port is included.

Bottom Line: For your basic communication needs, the LX290 has adequate functionality covering your IM contacts, the ability to SMS and place calls with convenience. File transfer can be performed with the Bluetooth wireless technology over the air. A personalized experience can be achieved by game downloads and customized wall papers from the internet. This is enabled by the phone’s Java application platform. The phones firmware is upgradeable once connected to the internet. Picture caller ID lets you see information from your contacts as you receive their calls. With a dial-up connection, the phone can work as a networking modem.