Hands0n
19th June 2009, 02:40 PM
LG are just about to release their new smartphone, the LG Crystal. It is a touch handset with a subtle difference. I'll not spoil the treat for you, just go watch the video linked to below to find out for yourself.
LG's notions of User Interface (UI) have always been a bit "off" in my opinion. It all starts with their U8xxx series at the beginnings of 3G availability, I really never did get on with those. It didn't really improve much with the Prada, nor with that handset's successor the Viewty. I have always had a bit of trouble getting around and using LG handsets, so much so that I am not one to recommend these.
The LG Crystal is a development of their earlier handset, the Arena. Looking at the BBC video it does seem to have some interesting functions and functionality. But I would need to have one in my hand to play with for a while before I could make my own judgement.
See the video here --> http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/click_online/8077915.stm
Take a look for yourself. What do you think about the LG Crystal's unique UI? Is it for you?
LG's notions of User Interface (UI) have always been a bit "off" in my opinion. It all starts with their U8xxx series at the beginnings of 3G availability, I really never did get on with those. It didn't really improve much with the Prada, nor with that handset's successor the Viewty. I have always had a bit of trouble getting around and using LG handsets, so much so that I am not one to recommend these.
The LG Crystal is a development of their earlier handset, the Arena. Looking at the BBC video it does seem to have some interesting functions and functionality. But I would need to have one in my hand to play with for a while before I could make my own judgement.
See the video here --> http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/click_online/8077915.stm
Take a look for yourself. What do you think about the LG Crystal's unique UI? Is it for you?