What is it: A shiny slider phone with a mirrored front section
What we think: Another super-stylish phone from LG that requires even more polishing than the Chocolate phone
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 8 February 2007
Tags: lg electronics, digital camera, navigate, lg
We like:
Mirrored front section; metal casing; expandable memory slot; world clock
We don't like:
Mirrored section gets dirty easily; keypad; camera looks dated compared with the competition
CNET UK judgement:
If you're looking for an eye-catching phone then the LG Shine won't disappoint. It's stylish, feels well-built and its mirrored front section is great for checking yourself out in. But, as with the Chocolate phone, this phone is focused on fashion -- the feature set might disappoint you if you're looking for a high-tech gadget
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