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LG Optimus Black (P970) Price in the USA
Buying the LG Optimus Black (P970) in the USA
No shop in the USA that we track has listed the LG Optimus Black (P970) yet, so there is no local price for it right now. Sell this phone in the USA? List it on infozme.com for free.
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in the USA or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in the USA supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
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What is the LG Optimus Black (P970) price in the USA?
The LG Optimus Black (P970) is not listed by shops in the USA that we track yet, so there is no local price for it right now.
Where can I buy the LG Optimus Black (P970) in the USA?
We have not found a shop in the USA selling the LG Optimus Black (P970) yet. Phone shops in the USA can list it on infozme.com for free.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | IPS LCD (NOVA display) |
| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~58.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Features | Optimus UI 2.0, Gesture UI 2.0, 700 nits brightness (advertised, measured up to 749 nits) |
Platform
| OS | Android 2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), up to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Chipset | TI OMAP 3630 |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX530 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), up to 32 GB (2GB card included) |
| Internal | 2GB (1GB user available), 512MB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 2 MP |
| Video | Capable of video telephony |
Battery
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 375 h |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h |
Body
| Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 9.2 mm (4.80 x 2.52 x 0.36 in) |
| Weight | 109 g (3.84 oz) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Launch
| Announced | 2011, January |
| Released | 2011, May |
| Status | Discontinued |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely slim and lightweight design for its time.
- Bright and clear NOVA IPS LCD display with excellent outdoor visibility.
- Good in-call quality.
- Dedicated gesture button for quick actions.
- Wi-Fi Direct support for local file sharing.
Cons
- Average processor performance compared to some rivals of its era.
- Camera quality issues, including washed-out colors and noise in low light.
- Limited internal storage (only 1GB user available).
- Older Android version, with limited modern app compatibility.
- Video recording could result in unusually stretched footage on playback.
In The Box & Warranty
- LG Optimus Black P970 Handset
- Charger
- USB Cable
- Headphones
- 2GB microSD card
- User Manual
Standard manufacturer's warranty was typically 1 year at the time of its release.
Questions & Answers
What is the LG Optimus Black?
The LG Optimus Black, also known as the LG P970, is an Android smartphone released by LG Electronics in May 2011, notable for its bright NOVA display and slim design for its time.
What operating system does the LG Optimus Black run?
It originally launched with Android 2.2 Froyo and was officially upgradable to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
What was special about the LG Optimus Black's display?
The LG Optimus Black featured a 4-inch NOVA IPS LCD display, which was marketed as the world's brightest at 700 nits (measured up to 749 nits), offering excellent visibility indoors and outdoors.
Is the LG Optimus Black still a usable smartphone today?
No, the LG Optimus Black is considered a vintage device. Its outdated hardware and software mean it cannot run most modern applications, lacks current security updates, and offers a significantly inferior experience compared to contemporary smartphones.
Does the LG Optimus Black have a front camera?
Yes, the LG Optimus Black was one of the first smartphones to feature a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, enabling video calls.
Where can I buy an LG Optimus Black now?
As a discontinued model from 2011, new units are no longer sold. You might find used or collector's items on online auction sites or from specialized vintage electronics retailers, but availability will be very limited.