The team over at Plaffo have been experiencing issues with the LG Optimus 7. The Windows Phone would lock when booting and appear to 'freeze' on the LG logo, rendering the device useless. The problem is reportedly due to faulty boards in affected smartphones, but one would assume a simple return would solve everything with a shiny new Optimus 7, right? Wrong, or so it seems anyway....
There has been some confusion this morning surrounding a tweet that was published by the Italian LG Twitter account. The tweet in question was in reply to another user who queried whether or not the LG Optimus 7 would be receiving the upcoming Windows Phone "Apollo" update, which stated that the device would not be upgraded as confirmed by Microsoft. Microsoft hasn't officially...
The LG Optimus 7 is available unlocked for an incredibly low price of just $159. The special offer is at Catch Of The Day, an Australian deal site, but you'll have to act fast should you wish to snap a purchase as the handset is only at this price for another 13 hours. The Optimus 7 (some hands-on footage) is a solid first generation Windows Phone, packing a 3.8" display, 1Ghz CPU, 5MP...
TELUS has announced that they now have the 8107 (7.10.8107) update available for the HTC 7 Surround and LG Optimus 7. The update, as you may recall, fixes the "vanishing keyboard" bug, as well as some other issues. Bell Mobility recently started addressing the issue, so it's good to see TELUS following suit. Sweden's Tele2 has also reportedly been rolling 8107 out to their Optimus 7...
The LG Optimus 7 has popped up on one of Australia's biggest daily deals websites. Catch of the Day has the first generation WP7 phone for $179, available until the units sell out. These are unlocked handsets for use on Australian carrier Optus. Speculation is that Optus is clearing out what's left of their first generation stock to make way for newer Gen2 phones. The LG Optimus 7...
Norway has the LG Optimus 7 available on NetCom, but the carrier is throwing a free Xbox 360 into the mix. Perfect timing for kids who are writing their Santa lists for Christmas just around the corner. Windows Phone and a free Xbox? Can't say no to that. We're already aware of Telenor advertising the HTC Radar, but it's good to see another carrier picking up the baton. As a bonus,...
We have been keeping an eye out for WiFi tethering to makes its way onto different first generation WP7 devices via Mango and firmware updates, and now it seems that the LG Optimus 7 just got it. According to users on Plaffo, a new update is being pushed for the Optimus 7, which adds the ability to use your phone as a wireless hotspot. Sadly, not all first generation devices will be...
For the most part, the Mango Update event for the day has gone smooth. While some have had to force the update out of hiding, the only major issue we've seen reported involves the LG Optimus 7 or E-900. It seems the Windows Phone is generating a 8018001e Error code during the update process. There is a lengthy discussion going on over at Microsoft Answers but no real solution has been...
Yesterday we reported on how Orange France was to release the update for Windows Phone 7.5 Mango beginning on September 15th. Obviously, that has not happened, but it might not be because Orange was unready but rather Microsoft has them holding off. So it should be of no surprise that they have had their stock of Windows Phone re-flashed with Mango. Evidently, that's the case as Lionel...
The LG E906, which recently cropped up as a "Jil Sander branded design" has earned its GCF (Global Certification Forum) wings. This is significant, as GCF is typically the last certification a device gets before hitting the shelves. The E906 will support both GSM (850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz) and W-CDMA (2100(I)/1900(II)/900(V) MHz) frequencies. Though most of the technical details...
On the heels of Tuesday's Samsung Focus 1.4 update comes some more device-specific updates for the HTC Mozart, LG Optimus 7 and Samsung Omnia 7. The updates are meant to address some significant features, such as battery life, touchscreen response and call clarity. Because they have been tailor-made for certain models, we do not expect that every phone will receive one. However, this...
An LG Optimus 7 Prime WP7 device has been through the wars as can be seen above in the video. This particular handset was ran over by a car and while it may look shattered, it's still responsive and works as normal. The only downside is that you can't see the screen as well as you could. The morale of the story is (apart from don't have your phone ran over by a vehicle) to purchase an...
When people say LG and Windows Phone 7, one remembers the comments made about the platform by the device vendor, which explained how they had high expectations but were utterly dissapointed from a consumer perspective. Advancing months into the future and here we stand with Wired Italy awarding the LG Optimus 7 as best smartphone for value. Not bad, eh? Stated on the article is an...
In what is becoming a regular occurrence these days, Windows Phone 7 got some major screen time on tonight's Hawaii Five-O (CBS). Dano basically sneaks into the "bad guy's" house and breaks out his LG Optimus 7 to snap some photos as evidence. He then "shares" them with his partner (who looks to be using an iPhone; cat fight anyone?). Overall, a nice demonstration of the WP7 camera...
If you have a few minutes, it may be worth checking out LG's new interactive website for the Optimus 7. Featuring aliens, sheep and some fun animation, it gives a nice little tour of the upcoming device (though sadly, no immediate plans for a U.S. release).
After last night's false start, LG has gone ahead and made the LG Optimus 7 official. LG's making the video-sharing DLNA feature the headline for this device, but we're more focused on other specs like the 5 megapixel camera with 720p video, Bluetooth 2.1, a 3.8 inch, 800x480 display, 16gb of storage, and 1500mAh battery. Full press release after the break SEOUL, Oct. 11, 2010 – LG...
LG's Optimus 7 (or E900) is being reported to have voice to text capabilities. This feature would allow users to convert voice into text for email, status updates and sms messaging. No indications on whether or not this is a Microsoft feature, an LG feature or something lost in translation. Regardless it sounds like an interesting feature. The Korean Economic Daily spent some hands-...
The rumors are true, folks. There's actually a Windows Phone here at the IFA conference in Berlin, Germany. It's the LG Optimus 7, aka the GW910 aka the Panther. It's not a full production unit just yet, and it was on hand really to show off DLNA media sharing -- which lets you wirelessly pipe video, photos and the like from your phone to your TV. Photos and video after the break.
Having a less-than-stellar video debut, the LG E900/Optimus 7 gets photographed in somewhat better light.Not too much else to say about this device, although it does look pretty snazzy for a black-slab destined for Europe.[via MobileTechWorld]