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In terms of software, Google Mobile Service which includes [[Google Search]], [[Google Maps]], [[Gmail]], [[YouTube]], and Google Blogs is embedded. However, Orange UK have removed these features from the phone.{{Fact|date=May 2009}}
In terms of software, Google Mobile Service which includes [[Google Search]], [[Google Maps]], [[Gmail]], [[YouTube]], and Google Blogs is embedded. However, Orange UK have removed these features from the phone.{{Fact|date=May 2009}}


Although the device is compatible with both [[Wi-Fi]] and [[YouTube]], streaming [[YouTube]] videos using a wireless network is '''not''' possible with most [[firmware]] versions, including the newest ones. Some unoficial (and older) firmware versions, like ''V0O_02'', implement the possibility of video streaming over [[Wi-Fi]]. In september a new version of [[firmware]] ''V10P_00'' was released which updated the [[Google Maps]] version to 2.3.2, [[GPS]] functions have been updated and it is now possible for the handset to find your location in under 5 seconds, in older firmware version this would normaly take more than 1 minute.
Although the device is compatible with both [[Wi-Fi]] and [[YouTube]], streaming [[YouTube]] videos using a wireless network is '''not''' possible with most [[firmware]] versions, including the newest ones. Some alternative (and older) firmware versions, like ''V0O_02'', implement the solution for this problem, but were not developed by [[LG]] and result on device's performance decrease. In september a new version of [[firmware]] ''V10P_00'' was released which updated the [[Google Maps]] version to 2.3.2, [[GPS]] functions have been updated and it is now possible for the handset to find your location in under 5 seconds, in older firmware version this would normaly take more than 1 minute.


A common problem reported by users on the main forums is the difficulty of finding a [[firmware]] that ensembles the solution to all these problems.
A common problem reported by users on the main forums is the difficulty of finding a [[firmware]] that ensembles the solution to all these problems.

Revision as of 01:14, 10 March 2010

This article is about the LG KM900 mobile phone. For the KM900 armoured personnel carrier, see Fiat 6614.
LG Arena (KM900)
File:LG Arena.jpg
ManufacturerLG Electronics
Availability by regionMarch 2009 (Europe)
Compatible networksGSM 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS 900/1200, GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA 7.2 Mbit/s
Form factorCandybar
Dimensions105.9 x 55.3 x 11.96mm
Weight105g
Memory8 GB internal
Removable storagemicroSD (up to 32 GB)
BatteryLi-ion, 1000mAh
Rear camera5 megapixel CMOS
Display3", 800 x 480 pixel touchscreen, 16M TFT
ConnectivityWi-Fi (NO WPA-Enterprise), Bluetooth 2.1, A-GPS
Data inputsCapacitive Touchscreen

The LG-KM900, or LG Arena, is an LG Electronics flagship multimedia phone for Q1 2009, succeeded by the LG GD900. Announced at the Mobile World Congress on February 16, 2009, the KM900 is the first phone to feature LG’s new 3D S-Class user interface.[1]

The S-Class is a capacitive touch-based 3D UI that lays out menus as if they were on a film reel, enabling you to drag your finger across the reels to scroll through the available options. It is based around a cube layout that provides four home screens that can be customised with different shortcuts. The UI reacts to the orientation of the Arena, switching between portrait and landscape modes.[2]

Arena is a metal-cased device, available in silver, black Titanium & pink colour schemes. It has a 3-inch WVGA tempered glass multi-touch capable touchscreen with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.[3]

The 5-Megapixel CMOS Schneider Kreuznach camera with LED flash can record QVGA video at up to 120 frames per second, DVD resolution (720x480) at 30 frames per second or encode H.264 at 15 frames per second. It has both automatic and manual focus options.

The phone has a built in web browser, with HSDPA (7.2 Mbit/s connection) and Wi-Fi capabilities (no WPA-Enterprise). The phone also features multi touch zooming. [3]

Arena is the first globally released phone to feature Dolby Mobile surround sound. Its FM transmitter can wirelessly feed into car or home stereo systems. Internal memory consists of 8 GB and there is a microSD slot that supports up to a further 32 GB.

In terms of software, Google Mobile Service which includes Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and Google Blogs is embedded. However, Orange UK have removed these features from the phone.[citation needed]

Although the device is compatible with both Wi-Fi and YouTube, streaming YouTube videos using a wireless network is not possible with most firmware versions, including the newest ones. Some alternative (and older) firmware versions, like V0O_02, implement the solution for this problem, but were not developed by LG and result on device's performance decrease. In september a new version of firmware V10P_00 was released which updated the Google Maps version to 2.3.2, GPS functions have been updated and it is now possible for the handset to find your location in under 5 seconds, in older firmware version this would normaly take more than 1 minute.

A common problem reported by users on the main forums is the difficulty of finding a firmware that ensembles the solution to all these problems.

References

  1. ^ Phonescoop: LG Debuts New S-Class UI on Three New Phones
  2. ^ PocketPicks: Spin the cube: LG’s Arena offers new S-Class UI, but what do the users interface?
  3. ^ a b GSM Arena: Arena specifications
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