LG Nitro 2013

LG Nitro

Pros
The LG Nitro is equipped with a stunning, 4.5-inch HD screen with a notable level of clarity.

Cons

Its design is boring, and the phone’s camera has a shutter lag that sometimes results in blurry pictures.

The Verdict : 6.25/10


This Android smartphone has excellent features and a display that gives competitors a run for their money.

LG-Nitro Review  :



LG has long lagged behind the other big-name makers when it comes to top-tier Android smartphones, but not for a lack of trying. The company has released several Android phones, but none have managed to make a splash among the competition – that is until the LG Nitro. When we compare the pros and cons it’s arguably LG’s best Android phone yet. While there is much about the phone that is unremarkable, the LG Nitro possesses a few premium specs that rival those of our higher-ranked devices.

In terms of design, the LG Nitro is a bore, lacking any striking visual elements. Its plastic backing is textured but uninteresting, and it’s not rubbery or soft enough to easily grip. Fortunately, its high-definition display is anything but. The 4.5-inch screen is the phone’s hallmark feature, with a stunning 1280 x 720 resolution that displays smooth and vivid images with noticeable clarity of detail.

We are also impressed with the Android phone’s speed and available features. The AT&T LG Nitro has 1GB of RAM and a 1.5GHz dual-core processor. Your smartphone is only as fast as your network, but if you happen to be in one of AT&T’s LTE network areas, the LG Nitro performs superbly. It’s speedy and can run multiple programs simultaneously without any system stuttering or slowdown.

Since the LG Nitro is an Android phone, you’ll also find GPS, Wi-Fi connectivity and support for Bluetooth. A USB input allows you to transfer data between the phone and your computer, and an audio jack lets you connect headphones.

Unfortunately, the rest of the LG Nitro proves less than stellar. It has both front and rear cameras and while we appreciate the 8 megapixels, the Android smartphone has significant shutter lag. As with many of the Android smartphones in our lineup, the device also suffers from poor battery life. Screen brightness and battery usage will obviously factor into battery life; yet, even with auto brightness and automatic updating turned off, the battery life drains quickly.

Specifications: 

• Technology: GSM
• Carrier: AT&T
• Form Factor: Bar
• Camera: 8.0 Megapixel HD Rear-Facing Autofocus Camera and Camcorder with LED Flash; 1.3 MP front-facing camera for photos and video chat
• Smartphone: Android™ 2.3 OS
• Touch Screen: 4.5" True HD IPS Display
• Processor: 1.5 GHz Dual-Core Processor
• Frequency: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; UMTS 850/1900/2100 MHz (Tri Band)
• DataTransmission: LTE/HSPA+ 21 Mbps
• Dimensions: 5.27” (H) x 2.67” (W) x 0.41” (D)
• Weight: 4.5 oz.
• Display: Color TFT AH-IPS, 1280 x 720 pixels, 4.5"
• Standard Battery: 1,830 mAh
• Talk Time: up to 7 hours
• Standby Time: up to 10.8 days
• Internal Memory: 4 GB; preinstalled 16GB microSD card
• microSD™ Memory Slot: up to 32GB memory card