LG KM555E

LG KM555E review

Release Date:  Q4 2009
Expert Rating:

• Attractive phone with affordable price
• up to 16 GB memory with microSD

• No 3G

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Finding a mobile phone is not a problem these days as there are loads of departmental and online stores that sell different handsets. The problem lies in selecting the right model that you can purchase. The options in the mobile phone market have gone up tremendously and that makes the selection of appropriate mobile phone quite a task. What you need to do is spend a bit of time into researching about different mobile phones and their specifications. Based on the specs and your budget, you can choose the best mobile phone for yourself. You can also keep track about the latest arrivals or soon- to- be- launched mobile phones. LG, one of the leading manufacturers of the mobile phones have recently announced its new model, which is called LG KM555E. This handset is expected to hit the market by the end of 2009. However, it is to be seen weather LG retains this name for the handset or gives it a new name before its release.

LG KM555E Review – the features

With LG KM555E, you have 3 inches touch screen display, 3 mega pixel camera, Stereo FM with RDS, expandable memory up to 16 GB with microSD/HC cards, etc. Features must be catchy so that the consumers can retain their interest level on the phone for long time. It is a fact that in every second day a new handset is launched and in such situation an existing mobile phone can only sustain with its features and performance. Only time will tell whether LG KM555E can live up to the expectations or not. However, it seems that the mobile phone will be available with cost effective price tag and that will be a big plus for the phone to find its place in the market.

As per the specifications of the mobile phone that were disclosed by LG, let’s find out what the device is offering in a bit detailed manner.

LG KM555E Review - Network and Connectivity

LG KM555E works on 2G network of quad band GSM 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900. There is no 3G and that could prove to be a major disadvantage of the phone. Connectivity features are handled by Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots) with the speed of 32 - 48 kbps and Class 10 EDGE with 236.8 kbps. Wi Fi is there and that is good respite in the absence of 3G. For transferring and exchanging data to/from another phone or any compatible device, microUSB and Bluetooth® can be used. Whereas in case of using USB, a connection needs to be established with the USB cable; while for wireless access, you can use Bluetooth®.

LG KM555E Review - Display

The features are important…. agreed! But, when we first take a look at any new phone, it’s not the features that catch our attention. The look definitely matters. So, most of the phones that are being launched are not just excellent in terms of features but also very attractive at the same time. Let's find out how LG KM555E looks. The handset will be made available in three gorgeous colours such as violet, silver and black. The mobile phone looks extremely classy and suave. Its slick design is sure to catch your attention. Most of the frontal part of the mobile phone is covered by its 3 inches touch screen display. Just above the display, you will find the logo of LG and below the display, you will get the major control keys like call key, end key and menu button. The display of the phone is definitely one of its biggest plusses. The TFT touch screen comes with 256K colours and resolution of 240 x 400 pixels. There is also accelerometer sensor for user interface auto rotate. The phone weights just 90 grams and its measurements are 104.9 x 52.6 x 11.9 mm.

LG KM555E Review - Memory

The features of a mobile phone are good enough only when there is enough memory to support them. There is no point in using such a phone that comes with plethora of features and limited memory option. This restricted memory aspect act as the biggest hindrance in several mobile phones. If the memory is less, then loading music files, games, videos, etc also get restricted. Keeping the importance of good memory options in mind, LG introduced KM555E with 40 megabytes of internal memory that can easily store 300 call record data (100 each for dialed, received and missed calls), 1000 phonebook entries and photocall. 40MB memory is definitely not sufficient to enjoy all the features of the mobile phone and that is why LG KM555E is coming with expandable memory option up to 16 GB with microSD™ (TransFlash) card.

LG KM555E Review - Entertainment- Camera, Music and Video

KM555E is a stylish touch screen mobile phone and its style factor comes to life with its 3.15 mega pixel snapper. The camera is expected to be good as it can click pictures with the resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels. There is no secondary camera, but video recording can be done with QVGA @30fps with the same camera. If the camera is good, it can serve various utilities of the user as he/she is not required to carry a camera every time he/she feels to capture a moment.

Music is another vital feature of a mobile phone. The importance of music in the handsets have increased tremendously that several companies have launched dedicated music phones. LG KM555E also features music option and it comes with a built in audio player. This music player can play different files such as MP3, AAC and WAV. Moreover there is Stereo FM radio with RDS. Video playback is also quite impressive as the mobile phone is loaded with MP4/ H.263 video player.

Powered by Standard Li-Ion 950 mAh battery the mobile phone can provide talk time up to 5 hours and 30 minutes and up to 570 hours (stand by).