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LG Scoop AX260

REVIEW DATE:07.16.08

LG Scoop AX260
Alltel LG Scoop AX260 : Front Alltel LG Scoop AX260 : Back Alltel LG Scoop AX260 : Keyboard

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By Sascha Segan

A terrific value for the price, the LG Scoop for Alltel is an able messaging phone with a solid midrange feature set. If you're into texting, it's your best bet on Alltel, and it even supports Microsoft Exchange, so you can get your work e-mail.

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Company

LG Electronics U.S.A. Inc

http://www.lgusa.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $29.99 - $219.99 List
  • Service Provider: Alltel
  • Screen Size: 2 inches
  • Screen Details: 176x220 262k color TFT LCD screen
  • Camera: Yes
  • Megapixels: 1.3 MP
  • 802.11x: No
  • Bluetooth: Yes
  • Web Browser: No
  • Network: CDMA
  • Bands: 850, 1900
  • High-Speed Data: 1xRTT, EVDO
  • Special Features: Music

Bottom Line

The low-priced LG Scoop for Alltel messaging is a good choice for text and e-mail addicts on a budget.

Pros

Very inexpensive for a text-and-e-mail phone. Comfortable keyboard. Solid voice quality.

Cons

E-mail program is awkward to access. GPS doesn't work well.

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