Typical price: £299
What is it: Touchscreen 5-megapixel camera phone
What we think: Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a good camera phone with a few extra features
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 September 2007
Tags: lg electronics, shoot, battery life, standalone
We like:
Touchscreen interface; 5-megapixel camera; HSDPA (3.5G); ability to upload videos straight to YouTube
We don't like:
Lack of cover for the camera; lack of Wi-Fi; camera mode switch is a little tough to move
Also known as:
NYX
CNET UK judgement:
This is one of LG's best phones yet. If you're looking for a good camera phone the LG Viewty is definitely worth checking out. From the vibrating touchscreen interface to the YouTube video capabilities and photo-editing app, we liked what it had to offer and think you will too
LG KU990 Viewty History
9 Nov 2007 in Reviews
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11 Sep 2007 in Crave
Sony Ericsson K850i vs LG KU990 Viewty vs Samsung G600 vs Nokia N95 8GB
It's the 5-megapixel camera phone face off -- they're this year's must-have gadget, but which one is the right for you? We take a look at the best camera phones on the market
23 Aug 2007 in Crave
LG KU990 Viewty: The YouTube phone is unveiled
The LG KU990 (aka LG NYX and LG Viewty) joins the 5-megapixel camera phone ranks of the Samsung G600, Nokia N95 and Sony Ericsson K850i
Latest user reviews
May 14, 2009
Posted by: Mister_Andee
"Avoid at all costs"
May 6, 2009
Posted by: denhamsteynor
"Fundamentally flawed"
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