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AT&T LG Neon GoPhone Review
Qwerty, Bluetooth, 2MP Camera, and Music Player
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The AT&T LG Neon GoPhone is a full-featured Qwerty-keyboard phone with Bluetooth connectivity, web and video capability, a 2 megapixel camera, and music player phone capable of handling multiple file formats. You can get a refurbished Neon directly from AT&T for under $90.
Update: Neon II
This model has been replace by the LG Neon II which I think fixes the complaints listed below.
Qwerty Keyboard
The Qwerty keyboard has nice evenly-spaced round buttons. The left hand side also functions as the number keys which are laid out in the 3 x 3 format but with the zero in the upper left corner. You only need to use these keys when you calling someone who’s not already in your phonebook or using something like a calculator.
2 Megapixel Camera
The Neon GoPhone comes with a 2.0 megapixel camera that is also capable of taking basic web videos. Two megapixels is usually more than enough for taking some good pictures.
The zoom, as usual, is only digital, not optical, so you have to use your feet to get closer if you want to maintain your resolution.
Music Player
MP3, AAC, AAC+, and WMA
The music player on the Neon supports multiple formats in addition to the usual MP3 format. These include AAC, AAC+ and WMA. This should cover iTunes and Windows Media type files. In addition, you have access to AT&T’s Mobile Music service.
MicroSD Slot
You can store your music and other files on a microSD card. The phone takes up to 4 GB cards.
Bluetooth 2.0
The phone features Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity for full access to stereo Bluetooth headsets and car receivers. You can transfer your files from your phone to your PC saving on airtime costs.
Large Screen for Web, Email, etc.
The beautiful 2.4 inch display screen has a 240 x 320 pixel resolution. This makes it more comfortable to use to read and compose messages and emails, and to surf the web.
Mobile Email and Web
You can access email via AOL, Yahoo, and Windows Live plus other accounts through the web interface. You should be able to surf the web without restrictions once you sign up for a Media.Net package which you’ll want to do anyway if you spend more time messaging than talking, which is likely, since you’re considering a Qwerty keyboard phone.
EDGE Network
The Neon is capable of using AT&T EDGE network which is supposed to provide high-speed data transfer (for a mobile phone, anyway).
Productivity Tools
While it's a matter of debate whether cell phone make you more productive, it is good to know that the LG Neon GoPhone comes with the usual assortment of basic productivity tools such as a calendar/personal organizer, alarm clock etc.
1000-entry Address Book
The LG Neon does have a large 1000-entry address book. Surprisingly, some other qwerty-based music phones skimp on this feature by using the memory for other tools.
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Cool, Attractive Phone
The Neon is an attractive phone with lots of cool features plus a Qwerty keyboard ready for the next texting champion!You can get the LG Neon(TM) (Refurbished) - GoPhone - Prepaid directly from AT&T here. If it's not available, consider getting the LG Prime.
Accessories
Accessories available including headsets, data cables, cases, travel chargers and more. You can get them from AT&T, but it's sometimes cheaper to get them from a place like the Cell Phone Shop where you can get LG Accessories 80% off .
Get One?
Here's a quick overview of the contract version of this phone from Joni Blecher of LetsTalk.com
If you're interested in getting this phone, I suggest trying the LG Neon II which is the current version of this phone.
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LG Neon keeps turning off and bad battery life
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i got this phone cuz it looked so cute, plus it was free with a new 2yr upgrade. I HATE THIS PHONE!!!!! it turns off for no reason, the battery life is ...
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