This phone is cute to look at. It has most functions anyone would need if you are into that, text, pics, cellular tv, music etc. It is a bit heavy for a cell phone, kind of clunky. It also has a touchy toggle. I would prefer a definate up/down button. this toggle is a pain.

MarieSmootBryant

Shady Spring, WV

My husband and I both had blackberry but I immedately went back to this phone. He moved on to an Iphone and I am still with this one. It is simple to use and doesn't have all the extra junk I don't need. I can easily call, text or take pics without any problems. Don't waste your money on a more expensive phone with all the extras unless you need them they just slow you down

MeganMcneal

Jacksonville, FL

The exterior of the phone is really attarctive, plus the phone has so many different functions its just incredibile. i love this phone to bits. the picture quality is excellent & the sound quality is excellent. it was a good choice of phone.

Appleflower

Brooklyn, NY

I have been using the LG Shine for about a year now, and I must say, it is a great phone. Right off the bat, it caught my eye with its glossy appearance, shiny screen, and blue-lit buttons. Call clearity is great, and the camera and other tools are very useful.   Having the phone as a student was a great way for me to stay in touch with family, but also helped out when i needed it elsewhere. The built-in camera is clear enough so that i can quickly take a picture of what's on the whitboard as i run from one class on my way to another. Not to mention the super-clear microphone is great for recording either short notes for yourself, or speeches to go back to later.   The available Micro SD slot is what made me keep this phone. I am able to keep plenty of photos and videos, along with my music, on the SD card, making the LG Shine sort of like an old-timey palm pilot.   The one major gripe that i have about this phone is the way the text messaging is set up. The inbox, outbox, draft, and sent folders all share the same small amount of space. It seems that even if you have an SD card in the phone, you are very limited on how many texts you can keep on the phone.   Overall, i LOVE this phone. Its no iPhone, but it gives me everything i need, plus the ability to play my MP3s.

pdunkert

Austell, GA

I am a daily tester and a daily cell phone user. I am also an ex mobile phone company employee. Usually i dont complain about some devices. just knowing that item was a free or discounted device means that something has to be bad about it. Little did i know that because this thing jumps fom 3G to edge network so fast, i would never be able to get or keep a signal very long inside buildings, The software on this item is also sketchy at times. I sometimes get weird messages when dialing numbers. Errors that cant be explained by ATT's tech support group. or the store employees or any online reference source for that matter. I am totally dissatisfied with this unit. The problem is...most errors didnt start taking place until after the 15 day return policy. so i am stuck. and having a new one sent to my home doesnt help much. cause the new one will have the same service connectivity issues. Same phone, same software. I have been looking around and have seen where other users of this phone are as unsatisfied as i am with this device. I should have waited a little longer for a different model. or just spend a little more money on one. This is not a good phone for daily texting or phone use. Its too much hassle with loss of connection.

saviourmachine

New Haven, MO

I was so excited to purchase my LG SHINE phone, mind you it was even before the commercials with LC. I loved the choice of colors and that I could put on lipgloss using the shiny surface of the face. I was very dissapointed though when my phone kept dropping calls when I showed full bars. Also my phone decides to turn off by itself, regardless of if I am on a call or waiting for one. It also doesn't give any warning before suddenly switching off. I happen to look and there it is, a blank screen. I am somewhat tech savy, not as up to date as my daughter, but I haven't really been able to figure out different ringtones for different callers either. Oh another big thing that drives me crazy is that when I am texting, there is a long pause between letters every once in awhile, so that when I am in a hurry I get all pissy because it takes to long to even text "OK see you then". The pics on this camera aren't that great either but hey it's a phone right?? It has been very good however with damage. My phone still looks pretty new and I have had it for over 2 years. It drives me nuts however when the little middle button hits against something in my purse because it keeps making noise until you locate it and move it so nothing touches it. I also have a hard time hearing it ring because the volume doesn't go high enough.

AJBlue121

Redlands, CA

This phone has a mirror, wow.  That is the only feature worth mentioning.  This phone has an automatic internet connection while closed.  You have to "lock" your phone to disable although closing your phone locks the keys, it will still turn the internet on.  Luckily the agents at AT&T don't charge you for the accidental internet use. For games, you have to buy them, the demo is less than five minutes.  Usually a phone has a free game, not demos.  This phone is too expensive for the lack of quirks that can be free on much cheaper phones.  The LG Shine is highly overrated.  I have to wait until my two year warranty is up to get another phone.  If I knew then what I know now I would have stuck to my old phone.  It may not have been "cool", but I had games, a camera and no accidental internet charges.  LG should be ashamed of themselves for overcharging for crap. THank you for the opportunity to let you know what the phone is like.

jcnow

Joplin, MO

My LG Shine phone has not been what I expected.  There are several problems that I have experienced.  1. It does not get good reception.  It is hard to hear the person on the other end and they also have trouble hearing what I am saying.  It is very hard to talk into.  2.  The phone shuts off all the time.  It will shut off on it's own for no reason.  3. The key pad is not easy to use for texting.  The LG Shine does have some good points.  1.  The camera does take good pictures.  2.  You can Bluetooth your pictures to others or a computer.  3.  The video capabilities are not bad.  4.  It does come in nice colors.  Mine is red. Overall, I would not recommend this phone.  It is not user friendly and not a reliable phone if this is your only form of communication.   

DDHANKINS

Fort Smith, AR

When i first get the LG Me 970 cell phone, i thought it was just a good looking mobile, but as today i can say that it's much more than a cell with a mirror. The design it's modern, you can find the cell in silver or in pink. Both of them look really simple and clean, and when you open the cell, you will see a nice blue light that illuminates the numbers The scroll button in the middle help's you to move faster from the menus. The "keyboard" it's a little bit small, so if you have big hands you might have some troubles pushing the numbers that you want. The reception of the cell phone it's perfect, and i had no trouble sending text messages neither. The 2 megapixels camera it's just enough for a cell phone, and since the screen it's large you will see clearly the picture target. You can also access the web through your cell phone service provider, and this is very helpfull in emergencies. The cell has capacity for playing MP3's and you can add an internal SD micro card for more storage space. I must say that this phone it's above average and it's perfect for somenone that it's looking a mobiel fot what's is inteded to: make calls!

everomo

Laredo, TX

Ever since I've been old enough to have a cellphone, I've always wanted the high-tech gadgets. My silver, LG Shine is great! The camera is amazing, the games are popular and chic, the ringtones are savvy, and it has so many cool features! (I don't pay for many of those features, but others have.) It's a slider phone, and unlike the others it's pretty durable; When you open and close it, it doesn't wear out as fast as others have... It's heavy and solid in your hand, not flimsy plastic. However, the entire front of it is like a mirror and easily scratched, but like I said it's metal and tough! You have to have a thumb for technology, as it features a small analog that is similar to the turn-style IPod, difficult for "technically challenged" adults, lol!  I wouldn't recommend this phone to people who experience the dropsies, lol, the faceplate on mine is scratched and scuffed (not terribly), but enough for me to wish I had a cover for it!

deege39

Duluth, GA