LG Viewty KU990 Reviews
LG Viewty KU990 Overview
The LG Viewty KU990 is the new and updated version of the Prada phone by LG. It has a 5 megapixel camera which has a xenon flash, auto focus, and ISO sensitivity adjustment. The KU990 also has a built-in FM radio, an MP3 player, 3G with HSDPA and a video player. For the business user the phone has a web browser and a document viewer, supporting Word, Excel, Powerpoint and PDF files. The KU990 has a 3 inch LCD touch screen with an easy to use interface. While looking sleek and stylish in its shiny black casing, the LG Viewty KU990 is a must have mobile phone.
Latest LG Viewty KU990 Reviews
Overall
Design
Features Usabilityquite exquisite, pretty and easy to use
Lovely phone for to carry around, quite exquisite, pretty and easy to use, sometimes its hard to use the stylus and there is not much to do with the phone. The camera is good but the memory is low so you need to buy a memory card if you want to enjoy your phone, I have the black one.
Overall Design Features
UsabilityKeypad lock and general usability could be improved
I got this phone as I thought it looked a bit like an iPhone, so at first glance, passers by would think it was, oh how wrong I was.
Firstly, its about 3 times thicker than the iPhone which makes it a bit brick like. Secondly, its not particularly good in the ease of use category, for example, it has an automatic keylock, which sounds like a good idea, but it activates after 10 seconds, so you find yourself having to take it off all the time which gets a bit annoying.
This also means that when you have rung, say, the bank, and after listening to the automated message for a bit, you then have to take off the keylock, press another button to put the keypad on screen and then you can type in your numbers. Imagine having to do this every few minutes, damn, its annoying.
The charger plugs into the side and is really sensitive, so if like me, you don't quite get it in right, it wont charge. It is so easy to do this and I have done it many times and been left without a phone the following day.
Its not bad to look at, apart from being a bit thick, but its not worth the hassle that comes with it.
Overall Design Features Usabilitygood touchscreen mobile phone, although there are a few flaws
Very good touchscreen mobile phone, although there are a few flaws, like where the charger port is, its very awkard if you have it plugged in and you are talking it seems to get in the way. The camera could have a cover to protect it and there is no setting to have the flash on when you are recording which is no good if you are filming at night. Other than this its a very good phone.
Overall Design Features Usabilitylovely big screen ideal for playing games and viewing your pics
I think the LG Viewty is great, it has a lovely big screen ideal for playing games and viewing your pics and vids, and the camera is second to none.
The multiview screen comes in very handy too, I love the fact that everything can be done on the touch screen but you will need one of those screen protectors. It has a large memory so you can store everything. The web'n'walk, mobile tv and jukebox functions are just what you need to keep your fingers busy.
I didnt like the fact that it didnt come with any games or that the emoticons in text messaging are so basic, other than that I love my Viewty.
Overall Design Features UsabilityOverall a very nice handset, if you don't need all the singing dancing extras
A stylish and well designed phone, with well laid out menus and an excellent screen, that allows for easy operation, by way of a very sleek touch-screen interface, which is normally quite responsive. The only trouble I found was that the scroll feature can sometimes be a bit hit or miss. The inbuilt features are not top of range, but are perfectly adequate, including a decent well specced camera.
The only truly annoying feature is that when calling an automated call centre, where you have to go through a multi-layered menu system, the phone will repeatedly lock itself after every 15 seconds or so, which means that you have to keep unlocking the on-screen keyboard before you can enter your next key option. It does include a very smart-phone like address book, but there are no in-built office compatible applications.
Overall a very nice handset, if you don't need all the extra features of an often more expensive all singing, all dancing smart-phone.
Overall Design Features Usabilitycamera on the phone is of good quality and the flash is very good
Good phone although texting can be challenging at times as the touch screen recognises the heat from the tip of your finger. The camera on the phone is of good quality and the flash is very good, the camera also features a video recorder that uses DIVX and has software to support where you an edit your videos. Nice design and a good attempt by LG.
Overall Design Features UsabilityOverall I love this phone, my handset is purple, looks fantastic
The phone has a great design and easy to use once you have played with it for a while. Picture quality is not as good as I expected though. Touchscreen is fun. Great for messaging. I was a bit disappointed that messages don't have smileys. Overall I love this phone, my handset is purple, looks fantastic.
Overall Design Features UsabilityLike the touchscreen but does take longer to text
Great looking phone, slim and black. Like the touchscreen but does take longer to text, though have got quicker and only had for a week. Have put free screen protector on to prevent scratches as using fingers, didnt like the stylus. Good sound for music and radio and on music videos that I put on the micro sd card. Great on internet as can swivel pictures, overall a great phone.
Overall Design Features Usabilityis a winner, has everything, touchscreen, MP3, 5.0 Megapixel camera
Besides being a little bulky in the pocket this phone is a winner, it has everything, touch screen, MP3, video, 5.0 Megapixel camera and many more features to drool over. The only thing missing is the games that come with the LG Secret "My Toy" they are motion sensitive games that are completely opperated by the movement of your hands.
Overall Design Features Usabilityhandwriting recognition, great camera and superb screen
Really nice looking phone. Takes a while to get used to a couple of it's idiosyncrasies, like when selecting something you have to click just above the relevant character, rather than on it. Also, it's tendency to lock itself at inconvenient times. Great points are handwriting recognition, great camera and superb screen.
Overall Design Features Usabilitya good phone to own if you like the iPhone but cant afford the tariffs
I like my LG Viewty and would list it as a good phone to own. Like all phones though it has its good and bad points.
Pros, good camera, touchscreen, layout on screen, memory card slot.
Cons, bulky, pen becomes loose after a while which can be annoying.
Overall this is a good phone to own if you like the iPhone but cant afford the tariffs or the phone itself.
Overall Design Features
UsabilityOften I mis-type or press the wrong option which is annoying
The phone is adequate however I find the screen hard to use. Often I mis-type or press the wrong option which is annoying, it works slightly better with the free stylus but its still quite poor.
The features on it are good, except the movie maker, it never seems to save no matter how much memory you have on the phone. The sound quality is great.
Overall Design Features Usabilitymobile phone is fantastic, I cannot fault this phone in anyway
This mobile phone is fantastic, I cannot fault this phone in anyway. It's slimline, lightweight, and easy to function. It has voice active dialling, a 5.0 megapixel camera which takes the most amazing photos.
I would recommend this phone to anyone. It's quite costly being the top end of £200 but well worth every penny.
Overall Design Features Usabilityless than 6 months, and have had one major fault occur with it
I've had this phone less than 6 months, and have had one major fault occur with it - one day I plugged in the headset to ensure it worked properly, ever since the profile has been permanently stuck on headset.
You cannot make or receive a call through the handset and you cannot select any other profile. I have sent the phone back to LG and am waiting for a response.
When I initially took it back the assistant mentioned she had seen this a few times now and suggested it was a programming fault not just a random incident. Has anyone out there had a similar problem happen?
Overall Design Features Usabilityexcellent design and unique sense of style making it an all-rounder
This phone is absolutely fantastic, its excellent design and unique sense of style making it an all-rounder. The phones 5.0 megapixel camera is fantastic with very clear and accurate pictures, the music system plays loud music and can be played through headphones. Although it is slightly larger than other phones it is excellent value for money.
Overall Design Features UsabilityThe phone is very stylish and minimalistic
This is the first touch screen phone that I have ever purchased and I am pleased to say that it wont be my last.
The phone is very stylish and minimalistic with only three actual function buttons on display. I mainly use my phone for texting and the fact that it has a querty keyboard makes it a breeze (most of the time) sometimes it can be a bit over sensitive and it can be quite easy to hit the wrong letters, the stylus pen does avoid this happening most of the time.
The only thing that annoys me about this phone is the rapid 'locking' of the phone, if its left inactive for a few seconds it locks itself and I cant work out how to extend the time.
Overall Design Features Usabilitymy favourite feature is the ability to play divX format video
The LG Viewty is a brilliant phone and I highly recommend it to anyone, the interface is brilliant but it needs some getting used to. One of the best features and indeed one of my favourite features is the ability to play divX format video, I use this feature alot with tv episodes.
Overall Design Features UsabilityUsing the touch screen can be a little tedious at times
The phone is overall very good. The camera is decent enough. Using the touch screen can be a little tedious at times as it is often slow and you find that there is a delay between you touching the screen and something happening. The touch screen is perhaps not as sensitive as it should be. Features are good and graphics excellent. Easy to use.
Overall Design Features Usabilitythe photo and video images are great on it, plenty of storage too
Brilliant mobile phone, easy to use, great features,
the photo and video images are great on it and it also has a good amount of storage space. Would definatly recommend this phone to anyone. It looked complicated when I first got it but I soon got the hang of it.
Overall Design Features Usabilityscreen covers are not that good and you end up with air bubbles
Excellent phone, great display and functions, size is great and easily slides into your pocket. The camera is quite good though the zoom is not that great and you lose some distinction in the picture.
Sound is great on loudspeaker for music and the text functions are great with it all being touch screen it senses your fingers really well and I rarely make a mistake or get an option next to what I wanted though the screen covers are not that good and you end up with air bubbles which is a shame as it takes away from the style and design.
Overall Design Features
Usabilityappears to have it all, some fantastic features, interface could be improved
The LG Viewty appears to have it all, it definitely looks very smart and is very appealing to the eye. It boasts a 5.0 megapixel camera, with 120fps video recording, not only that but HSDPA is built in with 3G.
However, the downsides to this phone include the user interface, it has been poorly designed and after a while, just becomes a pain.
If you are looking for a wow mobile phone, this certainly isn't the one in my opinion, but it's a great every day use phone.
Overall Design Features Usabilityfound it easy to get to grips with the functions & applications
The LG viewty is a nice stylish phone with an excellent 5.0 megapixel camara & good features. I had never owned an LG phone before and found it easy to get to grips with the functions & applications.
Only drawback is it can be quite hard to use the touchscreen without the pen provided. You can often go into the wrong application by mistake and it can be frustrating.
Overall Design Features Usabilitya good phone, almost as good as the iPhone
The Viewty is a good phone, almost as good as the iPhone, but with the added bonus you dont pay for the phone and you have a choice of networks and tariffs. Features are good but not loads, so if you like your applications this phone may disappoint.
The camera quality is great, however sometimes the flash doesn't always work, overall though a very good phone but sure will be outdated very soon.
Overall Design Features Usabilityfun to use and very good value for money
This phone is easy to use, I particularly like the 'pen' that makes the touchscreen easier to use and the facility to write out text messages. The camera and video camera are of excellent quality, both picture and sound. The phone in general is fun to use and very good value for money.
Overall Design Features Usabilityreally cannot recommend the camera and camcorder facility enough
I wanted a phone that made it easy to surf the internet, had a good camera and a long battery life as I have found as phones get more sophisticated the battery life gets shorter.
This phone is ideal, I really cannot recommend the camera and camcorder facility enough, it has a 5.0 megapixel camera with a superb zoom and is so simple to connect to my computer and take the images from it. In fact it is often mistaken as a camera and not a mobile phone at all.
As a design it is surprisingly light given its size, my one criticism would be the width which I am sure is there to house the camera option but a little slimmer wouldnt go amiss.
In terms of usability its touchscreen is just the right amount of sensitivity and as the lock button is on the side of the phone it remains locked even in your handbag. As with all touchscreens they do take a bit of getting used to and I found the instruction manual on the short side - for example it doesnt tell you were the delete button when writing texts is located.
On the whole does the job and has a great battery life.
Overall Design Features Usabilitylove the touchscreen and the internet speed is second to none
Very good phone, takes a bit to get used to but has all the things you want with a phone, great camera and video, I love the touchscreen and the internet speed is second to none to any mobile phone I have had and I have had a lot of phones, battery life can be short if you are a heavy business user but still a great phone.
Overall Design Features UsabilityBeautiul phone with fantastic camera facility
A beautiul phone with fantastic camera facility, easy to use in general, however can be a little slow and also the battery does not last very long at all, if your using the phone function a lot especially.
The stylus is lovely and smooth and hangs very nicely like a 'phone charm' however can sometimes be a bit annoying, getting caught up in your bag etc.
Most of all, the phone is delightful to use, lovely to look at and practical, as long as you keep your charger on you.
Overall Design Features UsabilitySlim and not too heavy, just the right size
This is the best mobile phone I have ever had, the pictures it takes are really clear. I spend half my day checking eBay which loads fairly quickly, its slim and not too heavy, just the right size so that it stands out for me whilst I'm fishing in the bottom of my handbag, the screen covers also last a long time before they need replacing.
Overall Design Features UsabilityBattery has only lasted 8 hours and that's only sending 5 texts
Terrible battery life, I bought this and noted some concerns about battery life on other reviews. I thought I had overcome it by unplugging and re plugging the charger beyond it saying fully charged.
However the last few days my battery has only lasted 8 hours and that's only sending 5 texts, no calls and the backlight switched off, I'm afraid I'll be going back to my Sony Ericsson K800i when I get home which also allows me to voice call when driving (again something the Viewty doesn't do) and leaving this as an emergency spare
Overall Design Features UsabilityTouchscreen a pain to use when an automated call system asks for numbers
Bought this phone six months ago as it was inovative with functions that seemed a must have.
In reality the touchscreen can be a pain to use at times especially when an automated call system asks for numbers, in this scenario you have to press a button on the side then an icon on screen to get a number pad then finally the number, for me this is just hastle.
The battery time from full charge to dead poor, less than a day if the mobile is left switched on without making or recieving any calls, if the battery is alowed to fully drain it is difficult to get the phone to begin charging, I have to remove the battery plug the phone into its charger and replace the battery to get the phone to begin to charging.
Combine this with the quick discharge time and you have an idea how much of a pain this phone can be.
If I could turn the clock back six months I wouldn't buy another Viewty, or LG as I have had battery problems with other LG mobiles.
Overall Design Features UsabilityCamera facilities are the best I've used on a mobile phone
An excellent phone all round & the camera facilities are the best I've used on a mobile phone. Its easy to navigate around the menu's and the side button to lock the phone ensures functions are not enabled in error, for example when the phone is in my pocket (this has been an issue with previous touchscreen phones).
Overall Design Features UsabilityLacks themes and ability to personalise
The LG Viewty is a good all rounder, a few things that I have found to be a pain though.
The pen/stylus that comes with it came right out of its holder and needed to be glued into place. It does not stay fully charged anymore, the lack of themes ability to personalise and it takes ages to browse through pictures when you have taken loads with the not so great camera.
Overall Design Features UsabilityIt didn't take long for my feelings of contempt to subside
My first instinct when presented with an LG handset was to laugh. Not because it looked bad, but simply because it's made by LG, let's face it, they haven't got the best track record (just look at the '3' launch handsets over here in the UK on 3rd March 2003).
However, it didn't take long for my feelings of contempt to begin to subside. It seemed to have all the features I needed, but most importantly it seemed to have a logical menu system - surely a first for LG. The vibrating feedback when pressing virtual buttons on the screen also seemed to be rather a Godsend, making it far easier to know that you've made contact.
Anyway, I semi-grudgingly accepted the handset and have now been using it for quite a few months. Do I have any complaints? Well, no. I wanted to have some, I wanted to say that my initial scepticism was well-founded - that it fell apart in my hands or was just a bit poo ... but it wasn't.
I've dropped it quite a few times and subjected it to some sights a mobile phone really shouldn't have to endure, but it's still kept on going.
In short, it's a great phone. In fact, it seems that this previously unwanted handset really was a perfect replacement for my considerably awful Nokia N95 (but that one's another story ...).
Overall Design Features UsabilityGood phone and features, not compatible with a laptop though
I bought the LG Viewty because of the brilliant reviews it had been having. I also wanted a good camera phone and music player.
However, one thing which nobody seems to have had a problem with other than me is that I have a laptop not a desktop computer and subsequently have been told by LG that syncronisation with laptops is extremely poor and should I wish to download or upload anything then I will need to change my laptop to a desktop (bit expensive).
I am now left with a phone that is less than useless to me and which I am stuck with for the next 12 months (yep I am in a contract). So be warned.
Overall Design Features UsabilityNot only a fab phone it's also a brilliant camera/video phone
I have had the LG Viewty KU990 for almost 6 months now and there are a couple of things that could be improved on
(1) you have to be careful as the touchscreen can start to go at certain points. (because of this I had to replace my phone and I am not heavy handed). (2) if you are a mac user you cant sync very well.
Apart from that its a fabulous phone, I know that they say it's the poor mans equivalent of the iPhone but I would have to disagree as it's not only a fab phone it's also a brilliant camera/video phone.
Overall Design Features Usabilitywas going to buy a camera but the 5.0 megapixels on this is just great
This phone is so pretty, the simple black design is lovely but the only thing that I didn't like about this phone is that it is quite big compared to other phones on the market (rather long and chunky-ish!)
But the features are brilliant, I was going to buy a digital camera but the 5.0 megapixels on this is just great. I found it a bit difficult to use at first but that may have been my own fault for not reading the manual and just through my own stupidity!
Overall Design Features UsabilityEasy to use with or without the stylus that is included
I have found this phone very easy to use, with clear icons that make it easy to navigate around, the camera is excellent, as is the music player.
The only problem I have found is transferring data from my pc to and from the phone, it can be difficult to get to grips with at first. I also love the look of the phone and the touchscreen is an excellent feature, it is easy to use with or without the stylus that is included, very beautiful and slim.
Overall Design Features UsabilityInternet access is very quick and with the large LCD screen is easy to read
I love this phone, the touch sensitive screen is excellent (even with my stumpy fingers). The Internet access is very quick and with the large LCD screen is easy to read. The FM radio is also far better than on any other phone I have had and the MP3 player can store loads of tracks. All in all, an excellent phone !
Overall Design Features Usability6 months now and I still really like it
I've had this phone for 6 months now and I still really like it. In my opinion it's still one of the best on the market. The camera is Fab! and the big screen is great for viewing your pics.
What I don't like is when you are on a call that requires you to press keys you have to take it away from your ear unlock it and bring up the key pad then if you wait about 30 secs it locks again. I recommend this phone to anyone who likes to take pictures especially.
Overall Design Features UsabilityTouchscreen is excellent, scrolling and the jog wheel is a bit fiddley
I do like the phone and think the touchscreen is excellent, scrolling and the jog wheel is a bit fiddley. Some of the instructions and software are not too user friendly, had problems getting the bluetooth working after pairing up to play music through my headset, but then again that maybe me being of limited mental ability.
Have had the phone about six months and have had to send it back under warranty for problems mentioned in previous reviews, first for the battery, after being on full charge then emptying again within 24 hours with little use, they sent me out a new phone which is now back with O2 because it keeps freezing and also turning itself off.
At the moment I,m using my wife's Sony K850i, the phone I also nearly got, I still prefer my Viewty just want it back working with no problems.
Overall Design Features UsabilitySimply amazing phone from LG
Simply amazing phone from LG, I love the 5.0 megapixel camera, the music quality is also really good and it looks professional. The only thing which is hard is to text, the touchscreen texting makes it harder to get to use to easily but I,m sure it becomes easier with time.
Overall Design Features UsabilityThe camera is better than my normal camera
The KU990 does take a while to get used to but once you have figured out how to use it it's a brilliant little gadget. The camera is better than my normal camera and has built-in stability so is always ready when your out and about. Overall it's a great phone, just as long as your read the instructions!
Overall Design Features UsabilityGreat phone, looks fantastic, works like a charm
Great phone, looks fantastic works like a charm only thing is the memory not so great but thats is easily fixed with a mini sd card
Would benefit from having a choice of colours, when purchased it was only available in black although I do beleive it is now available in purple.
Oh and one small thing - when I bought my phone it never came with any screen protectors which I am know only cost a few pence but I had no protector until I could get somewhere to buy some - All phones like this should come with these as standard.
Overall Design Features UsabilityDoes take a while to get used to the touchscreen
This phone has a great look but it does take a while to get used to the touchscreen. Its not great for web browsing as its not responsive when you try to click links, also you cant send very quick messages either which is a pain. Overall not bad but wouldnt go for another no buttons phone again.
Overall Design Features UsabilityIf you want a phone eqivalent to the i-Phone but cheaper, then buy this
If you want a phone eqivalent to the i-Phone but cheaper, then buy this, the only fault is the battery life, but this can be rectified by buying another battery.
Basically a great all rounder with great camera, enough memory(expandable) and well designed. Some people hate the pointer for the touchscreen, no problem just set the screen by using your finger and no need for it dangling from the phone annoying you!
Overall Design Features UsabilityGood looking, good camera, touch pad is poor functionality
This phone is a good-looking one.
It's camera performs well with good clarity. Music is average, less sound. Camera lens got no cover, dust is the problem.
My mobile's metal colour enamel scratches out.
Touchpad is poor in function.
Battery charge lasts enough. You can use up to 2G Memory card.
Overall Design Features Usabilitytouch screen is tempremental
This phone is pretty decent, its got everything you need on there. The only thing about having a touch screen phone is that its tempremental. I have had the phone for about 7 months and already its playing up.
The phone switches itself off every now and again and I cant switch it back on until I take the battery out and re-load it in.
Sometimes, I have charged the phone over night and the next day, without no warning the phone says low battery and cuts off!
They have only just bought out a plastic cover for it which unfortunately, due to the phone being touch screen, doesnt protect the screen so I keep mine in a soft socky pouch that you get.
Overall the features arent too bad, but I have seen other phones with better features, it depends what you want really
Overall Design Features UsabilityI always get compliments with this phone
I bought the LG KU990 on an Orange contract. I have it in black but I wanted it in purple (I would get this one, my sister has it, much nicer)
At first I found it hard to text, yet there are so many ways so it's just trying to find the best way for you. I prefer it with the pen. I also had to get used to the scrolling which can be tricky to master, sometimes when you want to quick text, it's annoying.
The camera on this phone is great, instead of taking my camera and phone out on a night out all I need now is my phone, there are a number of ways to edit pictures too.
I always get compliments with this phone, so if your a stylish go for this phone.
Overall Design Features UsabilityYou should be getting one of these!
The LG viewty is excellent.
I have had it now for 6 months and find it very easy to text, voice call and video call.
The best feature is the camera with a good 5 mega pixels and image stabilizer - this has come in useful on a few occasions.
If your looking to upgrade your phone think about getting one of these!
Overall Design Features UsabilityLet down by poor design faults
I had wanted this phone since it first came out, but I have to say on receiving this phone, it was a real disappointment to me.
I previously had a Sony Walkman and feel that my old phone had far more capabilities than the Viewty.
The touchscreen is temperamental and texting is a complete nightmare, positioning of the buttons on the side was not well thought out either.
If you are a fast texter, forget this phone. As there is no physical keypad, there is no contingency if the touchscreen plays up.
I have had the phone for one week and it has already frozen on me 4 times.
All in all I feel this does not live up to the hype.
A real let down ;o(
Overall Design Features UsabilityIf you txt a lot it is pretty painful
Great phone BUT if you txt a lot it is pretty painful although the writing stick is a useful tool but is not attached to the phone so why include it ?????
Saying that it looks cool and the touch screen is very reactive and you adapt pretty quickly to using it.
Overall Design Features UsabilityExactly what I was looking for
Love my new LG Viewty mobile phone. The name is a bit odd but it was exactly what I was looking for. 4 for the usability because I still feel mobile phone manufacturers will eventually do even more with touch screen devices.
Great mobile.
Overall Design Features UsabilityTHE LG VIEWTY IS GREAT! TOP MARKS!!!
Simply say wow what a phone. I never review stuff but this time I simply had to! Ive had my Viewty for about 1 week now and I really like it. I liked the lg prada mobile phone which had a touch screen as well but was put off by it being a prada and me being a lad. This phone is what I would call the unisex version but is much more. The features are even better now! I really do like this phone and can easily see this being the next big thing! THE LG VIEWTY IS GREAT! TOP MARKS!!!
LG Viewty KU990 Features
- Standard / Candy Bar
- Colour Screen
- Camera
- Memory Card Slot
- Video Recorder
- Touchscreen
- Loudspeaker
- Bluetooth
- USB
- Stereo Bluetooth
- GPRS
- EDGE
- 3G
- HSDPA
- 5.0 Megapixels
- MP3 Player
- FM Radio
Standy Time: Up to 434 hours
Talk Time: Up to 5.9 hours
LG Viewty KU990 Dimensions
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