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LG KP500 Cookie

 

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  • User Score (3326)
    7.7 7.7 from 3326 reviewers
  • Expert Score (14)
    6.7 6.7 from 14 reviewers
  • Design (328)
    5.8 5.8 from 328 reviewers
  • Value for money (156)
    5.0 5.0 from 156 reviewers
  • Features (597)
    5.2 5.2 from 597 reviewers
  • Ease of use (485)
    4.7 4.7 from 485 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    5.1 5.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Sound quality (169)
    5.6 5.6 from 169 reviewers
  • Sound (10)
    5.6 5.6 from 10 reviewers
  • Durability (19)
    4.9 4.9 from 19 reviewers
  • Reliability (131)
    5.0 5.0 from 131 reviewers
  • Overall quality (163)
    5.1 5.1 from 163 reviewers
  • Looks (88)
    5.4 5.4 from 88 reviewers
  • Battery performance (147)
    4.7 4.7 from 147 reviewers
  • Display (83)
    5.3 5.3 from 83 reviewers
  • Weight (10)
    6.1 6.1 from 10 reviewers
  • Reception (68)
    4.9 4.9 from 68 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (10)
    5.1 5.1 from 10 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
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7-8
(6)
5-6
(7)
3-4
(1)
1-2
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Users:
9-10
(658)
7-8
(487)
5-6
(253)
3-4
(170)
1-2
(145)

  • Expert Reviews

  1. PhoneArena.com

    PhoneArena.com
    12 November 2011

    Demand for mobile phones with touch-sensitive screens has increased a lot during the last year and all kinds of models appeared on the market. However, only a small number of them are intended for the common user, who is not looking for a lot of extras, such as an 8-megapixel camera and GPS, he’d rather want a reasonable price and a modern appearance. Read more

  2. Bright Hub

    Bright Hub
    8.0/10
    20 May 2011

    The LG Cookie is a cheap touchscreen phone with a good array of functions. Its slim design and good camera functions make it popular among younger users. Read more

  3. CNET

    CNET
    6.5/10
    31 August 2009

    The LG Cookie KP500 had us torn because, on the one hand, it's an affordable touchscreen phone that works well for the most part, but, on the other hand, it has flaws. The most apparent issue is the lack of any juicy features to make it really stand out from the crowd. It's a shame that such a well-designed handset doesn't have 3G, for example. If all you're looking for is a touchscreen phone that does the basics, then this is it. Read more

    • Slim design, good photo viewer.
    • Lack of 3G, lack of 3.5mm headphone jack.

  4. recombu.com

    6.0/10
    17 June 2011

    This isn't an iPhone but then it's not trying to be. This is a simple, affordable touchscreen phone but LG has had to make plenty of sacrifices to bring the price down. If you're desperate for a touchscreen phone and aren't really looking for features then this is great but if you want an iPhone-like experience then we'd suggest looking elsewhere. Read more

  5. GSM Arena

    GSM Arena
    30 January 2009

    It's not exactly scientific but the LG Cookie simply makes sense. Smart and confident, though never self-important, it doesn't seek to impress but is straightforward, credible and convincing. Great handling, attitude and a distinct identity are not guaranteed even in the high end, and that's something the LG KP500 Cookie should be proud of. The price tag seems the all too convenient excuse for the middling spec sheet. Read more

  6. YugaTech

    YugaTech
    18 December 2008

    LG Mobile is the first one to introduce an affordable, full touchscreen phone in the market. Banking on the popularity of touchscreen devices and marketing it to folks with a limited budget, LG is poised to grab a segment that might just bite the cookie. Read more

  7. fwd.channel5.com

    8.0/10
    27 October 2008

    This Cookie isn’t a monster but it is a perfectly decent budget handset that happens to have a touchscreen. A great way to sample tomorrow’s tech at yesterday’s prices. Read more

    • Squint at the Cookie from across a crowded bar and you might just see an iPhone. At that distance you won’t notice the plastic case and low-ish res (240x400) screen, w...
    • A touchscreen handset without Wi-Fi or 3G is like America without an idiot President - it looks good but just isn’t very exciting. The Cookie’s web surfing is slow and...

  8. Tech2

    6 June 2009

    I was completely taken aback when I saw the box with the pricing of this touch screen handset the LG KP500 cookie - Rs. 13,990. It amazed me that a large screen touch sensitive handset would cost so little. This could well be the cheapest totally touch screen handset on the Indian market, but what I’m sure you'd need to know is if it's still worth even that price. Let me clue you in this entry level touch screen handset. Read more

  9. Mobile Choice UK

    Mobile Choice UK
    6.0/10
    10 December 2008

    If you are looking for a stylish yet affordable handset, then the LG Cookie could be for you. Just don’t expect all the trimmings to boot. Read more

    • A slimline, eye-catching touch-screen device with an appealing price tag.
    • Its slack of features, include no 3G, HSDPA or 3.5mm headset port, may ultimately put some people off.

  10. MobileBurn

    MobileBurn
    5 February 2009

    The LG KP500 "Cookie" is a full touchscreen device with a finger user interface and a price tag that won't ruin your budget. It features a 3 megapixel camera and a slick UI. Russell gives us his thoughts on it in this review. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. works in Costa Rica

    Amazon
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Raquel Castro R "Raquel Castro", Amazon
    14 January 2012 See Product at Amazon ($96.23)

    i Bought thi phone 2 year ago to use it in Costa Rica, and it works great, it is a great touch phone, the touch screen works great, the volume is high ,everythig is just fine! the camara i great (but it doesnt has a flash) you can edit the pictures wich is great! it has nice games ! i just love this phone! Read more or see product

  2. For those on a buget

    J&R
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: tech jay, J&R
    16 March 2011

    The phone deign is compact and very attractive with a bright vivid touch screen display. The camera takes clears pictures provided that there is good lighting.At time the touch screen was a bit unresponsive and the lack of 3g support is a definite short coming This phone is a recommended buy those that are on a budget but need it to show. Read more

    • Attractive Design, Big Buttons
    • Poor Interface w/email, Poor OS, Screen Scratches Easily

  3. "LG OCTANE VN530"

    CNET
    10/10
    Reviewer: narn3049, CNET
    2 weeks ago

    AN AMAZING VERIZON MESSAGING PHONE! I had, owned the LG VX5400 prior to owning this wonderful phone. I purchased it because I was in the market for a new device, and my contract was up. I have used many smartphones and QWERTY keyboarded phones, so I decided on another one (even though my last was not a qwerty). As soon as I got this phone I really thought of the ENV9900. This was my last eNV phone that I had owned, and because of me washing it was left with the 5400. Read more

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  4. Keep your expectations low with this budget touchscreen phone

    CNET
    5.0/10
    Reviewer: CNET
    18 November 2010

    You get what you pay for. This is a budget touchscreen phone with lackluster performance. Texting on this phone is frustrating due to the unresponsive touchscreen. Had it for 9 months and decided to ditch it for my old Nokia phone. Read more

    • Cheap; large screen
    • Laggy touchscreen; uninspiring performance

  5. Very good product

    Ebay
    10/10
    Reviewer: realomdary, Ebay
    4 May 2011 See Product at eBay ($67.99)

    It's a good product, Oviously is not the best smarth phone of the world, but is very functional to it work. The dual sim is very necesary to the people with two lines, one coporative sim and one personal sim. Read more or see product

  6. LG Cookie KP500

    6.0/10
    Reviewer: doriee.jay, Ciao
    21 November 2011

    I'm never to fussed what phone I get, as long as I can do the basics on it them I'm fine, which that must sound weird considering I'm 19, a lot of people around my age, have to have the latest phone on the market, but as long as I can text and ring with ease, then I'm fine with whatever I have, this were out for a few months and I was thinking about getting my first ever contract about 2 years ago now, my brother and his girlfriend both had one of these phones on Read more

    • good cheap phone
    • next to nothing battery life

  7. HandCellPhone

    HandCellPhone
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: reg, HandCellPhone
    1 August 2011

    How do i set wallpaper widget on my lg kp500 i tried and it says not enough memory to save to any idea what to deleat Read more

  8. CNET

    CNET
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: lucasryan, CNET
    28 December 2011

    the whole phone is a failure i have sadly had mine for too long and i hate it! the headphone "jack" is stupid then phone is so slow and unresponsive Read more

    • errr
    • pretty much everything

  9. My personal opinions about the LG Cookie Mobile

    epinions.com
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: nicoleclarke09, epinions.com
    16 March 2009

    Personally, the LG Cookie is neither the best phone nor the worst phone I've had. Read more

    • organiser, photo editor, music player, battery life, bluetooth, radio
    • poor camera/video, poor memory capacity, text messaging is problematic, resets settings, no keypad

  10. Esato

    Esato
    10/10
    Reviewer: Excalibur69, Esato
    16 March 2009

    This unit is good for beginners and professionals alike because of its user-friendly features. Read more

    • LG KP500 Cookie is easy to manipulate, Pictures taken outdoors are also excellent. Has a crispy audio/sound output.
    • So far, there's nothing I can comment.

  • WikiFreak Description

LG KP500 Cookie

The LG KP500 Cookie features 3 inches full touch screen, active flash UI, handwriting and editing, motion sensor game, auto rotating display, embedded stylus pen, messaging, internet, data connectivity, PIM, personalization, built-in game, video recording, audio codec, video codec, camera, memory, Bluetooth, document viewer and other accessories.

Features

The LG KP500 Cookie features a cell phone with touch screen features. It offers 3 inches wide full touch screen which pr…

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LG KP500 Cookie

The LG KP500 Cookie features 3 inches full touch screen, active flash UI, handwriting and editing, motion sensor game, auto rotating display, embedded stylus pen, messaging, internet, data connectivity, PIM, personalization, built-in game, video recording, audio codec, video codec, camera, memory, Bluetooth, document viewer and other accessories.

Features

The LG KP500 Cookie features a cell phone with touch screen features. It offers 3 inches wide full touch screen which provides functions such as watching videos, playing games and looking at photos. It features physical touch with large icons which is said to be easier for navigation. The easy-to-use smart handwriting recognition function allows users to send text messages. The user has the option of touch keyboard not required to send text messages. It features writing in complicated languages such as Chinese. The photo mode allows edit of photos with the stylus pen which comes with the cell phone. This cell phone offers user interface where it provides all functions and features. It allows users to access to menus and shift around other menus with one touch. The LG KP500 Cookie features motion sensor technology where it provides fun interactivity to games which users are provided with mobile entertainment. It offers games loaded on the cell phone which utilizes motion sensor. This motion sensor requires the user’s eye-hand coordination where it balances, flips, shifts and twists the handset to play the games. The QWERTY onscreen keyboard offers to slide into view when the cell phone is held horizontally. The auto rotating display shifts images or documents where it provides proper viewing which is said to function that way no matter which way the handset is turned. The embedded stylus pen in the handset offers to write a memo or edit a photo. In addition to this, this feature provides security to the stylus pen which avoids getting lost or misplaced. The appearance of the embedded stylus pen is concealed in the cell phone.

Additional features

The LG KP500 Cookie features talk time of 3.5 hours. This cell phone provides personalization features such as wall paper, screen saver, picture downloading and ringtone downloads. The additional advanced features include Java version, MIDI, FM radio, speakerphone, built-in Java games, video recording, audio codec (MP3/AAC/AAC+/WMA/RA), video codec (Recording-MPEG4@ 12 fps, Playback-MPEG@24 fps), 3.0 MP camera, 48 MB internal memory, external memory with micro SD of up to 8 GB, Bluetooth and document viewer (MS office, Doc, PDF).

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  • Manufacturer's Description

LG KP500 Cookie - The 3.0 inch wide full touch screen is more screen "real estate" to better enjoy watching videos, playing games, and looking at photos. Bigger is better and that also makes it easier to use by physical touch since larger icons are easier to navigate than smaller ones.

  • Network Type: GSM 850 GSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900 GSM
  • Style: Candy Bar, Touch Screen
  • Design: Mobile
  • Screen Size (Diagonal): 3 inch
  • Installed Memory: 64 MB
  • Connectivity: Blueto…

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    kp 500

Release Date

  • First seen
    10 October 2008

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