LG Optimus G (E975) Review

LG’s Optimus G could possibly be a new ray of hope for the South Korean smartphone maker. The company hasn’t had many ground-breaking successes in the past but all that could change with its new flagship phone. Our initial impressions were good and the phone certainly looked promising. After playing with it for over a week, here’s our final verdict on the Optimus G. Design and build You’ll either love or hate the blocky design LG has chosen. If you liked the Galaxy S II, then you’ll probably like the Optimus G as well. The chrome trim running along the edge gives it presence and the handset will grab eyeballs whenever you whip it out of your pocket. The glossy finish isn’t just limited to the screen, as the rest of the chassis also gets the same treatment. While this looks nice on display in a store, it’s not very practical. Fingerprints and smudges are a nightmare and you’ll find yourself constantly cleaning the phone. The display can get really smudgy to a point where it becomes difficult to use in sunlight. There’s not a lot of grip on the sides either, which makes the Optimus G very slippery.