Some smartphones are big, really big. Actually LG is launching in India a “phablet” phone – the LG Optimus Vu 2. This 5-inch phone will compete against the Samsung Galaxy Notes 2 which is due later this month.
In terms of specifications, this LG smartphone boasts a 5-inch display with 1024×768 pixels and a 4:3 aspect ratio. Furthermore, the Vu 2 comes with a 1.5GHz quad-core processor with 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal memory. Of course, this Android phone will run on Android 4.0.4 Jelly Bean, not the updated 4.2 due next week.
This phablet comes with an 8 megapixel CMOS auto focus rear camera and a 1.3 megapixel camera in the front. In terms of connectivity, the Optimus Vu 2 comes with NFC. That’s a nice feature that only a few phones have such as the Samsung Galaxy S3. Hopefully more and more phone will have this feature as more and more applications become available for it. Otherwise, the Vu 2 comes with standard connectivity functions such as Wi-Fi, 3G (HSPA+21 Mbps), Bluetooth 4.0, HDMI, DLNA and A-GPS.
An accessory that all good phablets should have, is a stylus pen, and the LG Vu 2 is no exception. The Vu 2 comes with a slim rubberdium pen for accurate note taking. Other interesting accessories include a wireless charging pad and a waterproof key remote. This key remote has a dual purpose, to help you locate your phone and to signal any missed call or messages via its LED flash.
The LG Optimus Vu 2 launch in India is the follow up to the one release earlier this year by LG in other Asian countries – the Optimus Vu. The main difference is the quad-core processor and the Android version running on it. I guess LG really want it to compete against Samsung’s Galaxy Notes 2. In the meantime, the LG Optimus Vu 2 is available in three colors, black, pink or white. You can order the Vu 2 directly from LG India at the retail price of Rs. 34,500. (USD 650$).
