The LG GT500, also known as the Puccini, is a mobile that has a little something for everyone. While it's not as flashy some of the other big name phones on the market today, its feature-packed camera, speedy internet connection, and large touch screen are all well-loved characteristics that will make it a highly enjoyable phone for many.



Appearance:

With its standard rectangular shape and grey exterior, the Puccini may look a bit dull in comparison to some other phones, but at 86 g, it's an ultra-slim device that is small and flat enough for you to carry almost anywhere with no trouble. Its enormous touchscreen is also a plus, providing bright, crisp footage.

Opera buffs may have perked their ears at the phone's unique title. Music enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the Puccini has a sound system that lives up to its name. Tailored to turn any set of headphones into high quality sound devices, the Dolby Mobile does its best to eliminate traces of distortion, static, and volume issues. Its media player capabilities won't leave you disappointed either.

Camera:

The phone's camera is by far it's biggest strength. At five megapixels, you have more than enough power and features to keep most shutterbugs happily snapping away. These include autofocus, imagine stabilisation, a LED flash, and geotagging options for when you want to add a new dimension to your vacation photos.

Users can also enjoy a few of the newer, popular features such as the Blink Shot, which prevents those annoying photos where someone inevitably always has their eyes closed. Face recognition is another handy tool that allows you to zoom in automatically on faces, resulting in much better shots.

While we would have liked to see a xenon flash, this is a camera that's more than powerful enough to work in bright and gloomy settings. Best of all, the phone's speedy internet allows you to upload your pictures to your blog or photo site as well.

Internet Connectivity:

This is a phone that will provide you with more than enough power to stay connected. Combine this with a 2100MHz HSDPA, Stereo Bluetooth and USB connection options, plus a handy GPS and a fairly convenient email client, and you have everything you need to keep in touch right at your fingertips.

Memory and Talktime:

With 60 megabytes, plus an additional microSD card, you have more than enough space to store your photos, music, emails, and more. One would think that its plethora of features would have you charging constantly, but with 200 minutes of talk time and 350 hours of standby, it's not as big of a hassle as we feared. However, it's best to keep your charger at hand just in case you plan heavy use.

Verdict:

The LG GT500 is a perfectly lovely smartphone. Its delightful camera, high-speed internet, and bright, responsive touch screen are all features that make it a must for gadget lovers and camera enthusiasts alike. However, this may not be the phone for you if you're looking for a little something more—while its features are fun and convenient, you won't find anything groundbreaking here.