LG GW520

LG GW520:-
Devices like the iPhone and HTC Hero have proved that onscreen keyboards are just as fast to type on and easy to use as physical keyboards, but some people simply prefer the tactile feel of a proper keyboard. What's more, keypads/numpads are simply not up to snuff if you do a lot of texting or emailing. The problem is, phones that feature a proper keyboard tend to be expensive smartphones of the Blackberry or Windows Mobile ilk. LG, however, is hoping to offer a compelling middle ground with the GW520.

The GW520 is a higher end version of LG's other current low cost slideout keyboard phone, the KS360, but it has a few key extras including 3G support and a larger screen. However, this has resulted in a significant price hike. Where the KS360 is available for just £60 on Pay-As-You-Go, the GW520 costs £129. This is by no means extortionate but neither is it completely bargain basement. Of course, the big question is does it justify the extra cost? Well, let's take a look.

General
Network             2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 
Announced         June, 2009 

Display
Type                   TFT
Size/Resolution   2.8 inches  
Others                Full QWERTY keyboard 

Sound
Alert Type          Polyphonic, MP3 ringtones  
Customization     Downloadable 
Audio Player      MP3 player

Memory
External             Up to 16GB, microSD

Camera
Still Images        3.15 Mega Pixels
Video Record    yes

Data/Internet
GPRS               Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots) 
Bluetooth          v2.0 with A2DP 

Battery
Type                Standard battery, Li-Ion  

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