[T-Mobile LG G2x] Core Memory:
LG has announced no ICS for G2X or equivalent model O2X

LG has announced they will not then will https://www.facebook.com/LGMobile/posts/302292243115436 provide Android Ice Cream Sandwich for the G2X and equivalent model O2X phones.

As I previously stated, LG lied to purchasers of that phone about providing an ugrade from Android 2.2 to 2.3 "The LG Optimus 2X will be available in Korea next month with countries in Europe and Asia to follow.

The phone will initially be released with Android 2.2 (Froyo) and will be upgradeable to Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). The upgrade schedule will be announced in local markets in due course.

". Because they haven't (yet?) generally provided that upgrade and, even if they do, it is being superceded by Ice Cream Sandwich, there's no reason to expect they will provide an upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich. The ONLY reason LG updated the T-Mobile G2X firmware was because T-Mobile's customers launched a class-action lawsuit and T-Mobile withdrew the G2X from its product offerings.

I suggest that EVERY owner of a G2X and equivalent inform LG their cell service providers that they are going to small claims court (which doesn't require a lawyer) to extract a refund of the full purchase price of their phone and punitive damages, and compensation for consequential damages because, contrary to the statement by LG and the cell service providers, the G2X, etc., is not upgradeable. That is particularly true for those who purchased the Optimus 2X equivalent of the G2X because that model has NEVER received an

official

update from LG or the cell service providers which sold it. I am seriously considering this but, since I unofficially upgraded my WIND Mobile Optimus 2X (G2X equivalent) to the T-Mobile Android 2.3 and baseband, my current situation is not the best candidate for success although I would argue that in order to upgrade my phone I was forced to hack my phone, which voided my warranty, that I spent a huge amount of time and suffered incredible aggravation and distress from doing it as my phone was soft-bricked continuously for 2 weeks (at least 100 times) until I was successful and that, because of that, my phone is now devalued.

As well, although LG has advertised the G2X and equivalent as upgradeable http://www.lg.com/global/press-rele...ld-first-and-fastest-dual-core-smartphone.jsp , the actual un-upgradeability contravenes LG's declaration of adherence to Jeong-do Management http://www.lg.com/global/about-lg/corporate-information/our-vision/jeong-do-management.jsp. I am also going to attempt to contact the executives at LG in Korea about this http://www.lg.com/global/about-lg/corporate-information/executives/index.jsp.

Caveat emptor definitely applies to LG. I do not recommend buying anything from LG because they lie, virtually no customer support, etc.

From LG's website http://www.lg.com/global/press-rele...ld-first-and-fastest-dual-core-smartphone.jsp regarding the Optimus 2X and upgrade from Android 2.2 to 2.3:

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12/16/2010

LG LAUNCHES WORLD FIRST AND FASTEST DUAL-CORE SMARTPHONE

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LG Optimus 2X with Tegra 2 Offers Top Multimedia Features for a Better User Experience

SEOUL, Dec. 16, 2010 -- LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled the LG Optimus 2X, the world’s first smartphone with a dual-core processor. Along with more powerful multimedia features, the LG Optimus 2X’s high-performance Tegra 2 processor makes for faster, smoother web browsing and applications and lets users multitask with virtually no screen lag.

“Dual-core technology is the next leap forward in mobile technology so this is no small achievement to be the first to offer a smartphone utilizing this technology,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, CEO and President of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With unique features such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) mirroring and exceptional graphics performance, the LG Optimus 2X is proof of LG’s commitment to high-end smartphones in 2011.”

Developed by graphics processor powerhouse NVIDIA?, the dual-core Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip found in the LG Optimus 2X runs at a clock speed of 1GHz and boasts low power consumption and high performance for playing video and audio. Users will experience faster web browsing and smoother gameplay compared with single-core processors running at the same speed as well as instantaneous touch response and seamless multitasking between applications.

The LG Optimus 2X offers 1080p HD video playback and recording with HDMI mirroring that expands content on external displays to full HD quality. The LG Optimus 2X can connect wirelessly to any DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) compatible digital device such as HD TVs for a console-like gaming experience taking full advantage of the phone’s HDMI mirroring, accelerometer and gyro sensor. The smartphone also includes both rear- and front-facing cameras, microSD memory expandability, Micro-USB port and a hefty 1500mAh battery.

The LG Optimus 2X will be available in Korea next month with countries in Europe and Asia to follow.

The phone will initially be released with Android 2.2 (Froyo) and will be upgradeable to Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). The upgrade schedule will be announced in local markets in due course.

Key specifications:

 1Ghz Dual-core Processor (NVIDIA Tegra 2)

 4-inch WVGA screen

 8GB memory (up to 32GB via microSD)

 1,500 mAh battery

 8 megapixel rear camera and 1.3 megapixel front camera

 HDMI mirroring

 1080p MPEG-4/H.264 playback and recording

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