LG RUMOR
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The LG LX260, also known as the LG Rumor in the United States, LG Rumour and LG Rumeur in English and French Canadian markets, respectively, or LG Scoop, is a mobile phone
released by LG Electronics
in September 2007. The phone features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard in addition to the standard 12-button keypad, a 1.3 megapixel camera, and a 176x220 pixel
screen.
in September 2007
. This phone features a QWERTY
keyboard that slides out from the right side. 5-way navigation keys are located on the main panel of the phone, but not present on the keyboard. A 176x220 pixel screen rotates as the keyboard is open, but has no contrast
controls. The 1.3 megapixel camera lacks an LED
flash and a self-portrait mirror but does have negative, sepia, black & white tones, borders and an image enhancer to customize a picture. Basic MP3 playing functions are embedded in this phone, with the capability of expanding music storage via MicroSD card (125 to 1,000 music files depending on file size, encoding method, and card capacity). The music player will not launch unless a card is inserted in the phone, and will not accept a card with the memory that is over 4 GB.
LG Rumor/LG Scoop can be connected with Bluetooth
technology, (stores up to 20 Bluetooth entries), or a proprietary LG USB cable. It can hold 500 contacts with additional numbers, notes and email addresses.
A common occurring issue in the LG Rumor is the device often shuts itself off as well as the ribbon breaking causing the image to blur and contort and the device often does not charge. The charge issue is caused by the pins of the connector on the phone to become worn out and bent.
, Bell Mobility
, Solo Mobile
, Virgin Mobile Canada
, kajeet
, US Cellular, and Alltel
(known as LG Scoop).
There are different colors sold by different cellphone providers.
Rumor
Scoop
with a 4 row QWERTY keyboard instead of a 3-row keyboard. Also, a new interface and IM-like text messaging interface debuted. However, the Rumor 2 does not include video recording capabilities that the original Rumor has. It is not currently offered on Sprint's online store because of the recent release of the LG Rumor Touch.
Mobile phone
A mobile phone is a device which can make and receive telephone calls over a radio link whilst moving around a wide geographic area. It does so by connecting to a cellular network provided by a mobile network operator...
released by LG Electronics
LG Electronics
LG Electronics is a global electronics and telecommunications company headquartered in Yeouido, Seoul, South Korea. The company operates its business through five divisions: mobile communications, home entertainment, home appliance, air conditioning and business solution...
in September 2007. The phone features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard in addition to the standard 12-button keypad, a 1.3 megapixel camera, and a 176x220 pixel
Pixel
In digital imaging, a pixel, or pel, is a single point in a raster image, or the smallest addressable screen element in a display device; it is the smallest unit of picture that can be represented or controlled....
screen.
Features
The LG Rumor/LG Scoop is a phone that was released by Sprint NextelSprint Nextel
Sprint Nextel Corporation is an American telecommunications company based in Overland Park, Kansas. The company owns and operates Sprint, the third largest wireless telecommunications network in the United States, with 53.4 million customers, behind Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility...
in September 2007
. This phone features a QWERTY
QWERTY
QWERTY is the most common modern-day keyboard layout. The name comes from the first six letters appearing in the topleft letter row of the keyboard, read left to right: Q-W-E-R-T-Y. The QWERTY design is based on a layout created for the Sholes and Glidden typewriter and sold to Remington in the...
keyboard that slides out from the right side. 5-way navigation keys are located on the main panel of the phone, but not present on the keyboard. A 176x220 pixel screen rotates as the keyboard is open, but has no contrast
Contrast (vision)
Contrast is the difference in visual properties that makes an object distinguishable from other objects and the background. In visual perception of the real world, contrast is determined by the difference in the color and brightness of the object and other objects within the same field of view...
controls. The 1.3 megapixel camera lacks an LED
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flash and a self-portrait mirror but does have negative, sepia, black & white tones, borders and an image enhancer to customize a picture. Basic MP3 playing functions are embedded in this phone, with the capability of expanding music storage via MicroSD card (125 to 1,000 music files depending on file size, encoding method, and card capacity). The music player will not launch unless a card is inserted in the phone, and will not accept a card with the memory that is over 4 GB.
LG Rumor/LG Scoop can be connected with Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a proprietary open wireless technology standard for exchanging data over short distances from fixed and mobile devices, creating personal area networks with high levels of security...
technology, (stores up to 20 Bluetooth entries), or a proprietary LG USB cable. It can hold 500 contacts with additional numbers, notes and email addresses.
A common occurring issue in the LG Rumor is the device often shuts itself off as well as the ribbon breaking causing the image to blur and contort and the device often does not charge. The charge issue is caused by the pins of the connector on the phone to become worn out and bent.
Specifications
| Type | Specification |
|---|---|
| Modes | CDMA 800 / CDMA 1900 |
| Weight | 4.13 oz (117 g) |
| Dimensions | 4.30" x 2.00" x 0.70" (109 x 51 x 18 mm) |
| Form Factor | Slide, Internal Antenna |
| Battery Life | Talk: 270 minutes, Standby: 240 hours |
| Battery Type | Li-Poly 950 mAh |
| Display | Type: LCD (Color TFT/TFD), 10 line, Colors: 262,144, Size: 176 x 220 pixels |
| Platform / OS | Brew MP |
| Memory | Phone internal: 16384KB, Additional MicroSD memory (up to 4 GB) |
| Phone Book Capacity | 500 |
| FCC ID | -- |
| GPS / Location | Yes, enabled by default |
| Digital TTY/TDD | Yes |
| Hearing Aid Compatible | Rating: M3 |
| Multiple Languages | English, Spanish, |
| Polyphonic Ringtones | Yes |
| Vibrate | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Supported Profiles: HFP, HSP, OPP, DUN, FTP, OBEX |
| Multiple Numbers per Name | Yes |
| Picture ID | Yes |
| Ringer ID | Yes, and text message ID |
| Voice Dialing | No |
| Custom Graphics | Yes |
| Custom Ringtones | Yes, for Sprint. No (custom ringtones available for purchase on Axcess Apps, standard on Alltel phones ) |
| Data-Capable | Yes |
| Flight Mode | Yes |
| Packet Data | Technology: 1xRTT |
| WAP / Web Browser | Yes, dial up and USB tethered |
| Predictive Text Entry | Technology: T9 Predictive |
| Side Keys | Left side: Volume, Camera |
| Memory Card Slot | Card Type: MicroSD up to 4GB |
| MMS | Yes |
| Text Messaging | Yes, up to 140 characters, 25 recipients at a time |
| Text Messaging Templates | Yes (canned messages) |
| Music Player | Yes, Supported Formats: MP3, AAC, AAC+, M4A, MID |
| Camera | Resolution: 1.3 MP self-timer, night mode functions / brightness, white balance controls |
| Streaming Video | Yes |
| Video Capture | Yes, 15 second/256KB "Video Mail" clips, recording time varies by memory card size |
| Alarm | Yes |
| Calculator | Yes [basic], plus tip calculator |
| Calendar | Yes |
| Voice Memo | Yes, ability to record memo and calls |
| BREW | No |
| Games | Yes |
| Unit Converter | Yes |
Availability
As the LG Rumor/LG Scoop became a popular phone for social teens and for business clients who require basic email support, it is currently sold by CDMA cellphone carriers in North America, such as SprintSprint Nextel
Sprint Nextel Corporation is an American telecommunications company based in Overland Park, Kansas. The company owns and operates Sprint, the third largest wireless telecommunications network in the United States, with 53.4 million customers, behind Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility...
, Bell Mobility
Bell Mobility
Bell Mobility is a CDMA and HSPA+ based wireless network and the division of Bell Canada which sells wireless services in Canada...
, Solo Mobile
Solo Mobile
Solo Mobile is a mobile brand in Canada started by Bell Mobility in 2000. Solo is considered a discount wireless brand, offering low price monthly plans with some unlimited options in certain cities...
, Virgin Mobile Canada
Virgin Mobile Canada
Virgin Mobile Canada is a cellular telephone company that was launched on March 1, 2005 as a joint venture between Virgin Group and Bell Canada. Since May 7, 2009, it is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Mobility. - Pre-launch :...
, kajeet
Kajeet
Kajeet is a prepaid Sprint-based mobile virtual network operator that began selling phones to the general public in March 2007 through its website...
, US Cellular, and Alltel
Alltel
Alltel Corporation is a wireless service provider, primarily based in the United States. Before an acquisition by Verizon Wireless, it served 34 states. After the merger, Alltel continues to serve six states, mostly in rural areas...
(known as LG Scoop).
There are different colors sold by different cellphone providers.
Rumor
- Black (Sprint, Bell, Solo, Virgin, US Cellular)
- White (Sprint, Bell, Virgin, Solo, US Cellular)
- Lime Green (Sprint, Virgin)
- Orange (Solo)
- Blue (Virgin, Sprint)
- Purple (Carolina West Wireless)
Scoop
- Turquoise (Alltel)
- Lavender (Alltel, Virgin)
- Red (Alltel)
- Slate/Black (Alltel)
- Citrus/Orange (Alltel)
- Grey (Carolina West Wireless)
Rumor2
In early 2009 LG & Sprint offered a new, updated version of the Rumor called the LG Rumor 2LG Rumor 2
The LG Rumor 2 and LG Script is a Sprint, Bell Mobility, Solo Mobile, Virgin Mobile USA and Virgin Mobile Canada feature phone manufactured by LG Electronics. It is available in black titanium, vibrant blue, purple, gray, and orange. The phones are offered by Sprint in Black, Blue, and Orange and...
with a 4 row QWERTY keyboard instead of a 3-row keyboard. Also, a new interface and IM-like text messaging interface debuted. However, the Rumor 2 does not include video recording capabilities that the original Rumor has. It is not currently offered on Sprint's online store because of the recent release of the LG Rumor Touch.