| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $40.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2011, August. Released 2011, August |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 106.5 x 45 x 13.8 mm (4.19 x 1.77 x 0.54 in) |
| Weight | 66.5 g (2.33 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Features | Flashlight | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.52 inches, 7.5 cm2 (~15.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~119 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 14, XOS 14.5 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G81 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.7 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | Yes | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | Yes | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | No | |
| Features | Messaging | SMS |
| Games | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 950 mAh battery |
| Charging |
18W wired Reverse wired Bypass charging |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 730 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.24 W/kg (head) 0.47 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.94 W/kg (head) 0.86 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 40 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the LG A190
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the LG A190 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 950mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the LG A190 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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