Review: LG L90 for T-Mobile
The LG L90 offers what has become the quintessential LG experience in a device that is smaller and less expensive than its G Series flagships. The L90's hardware falls short of LG's best efforts, but the user interface and overall features a nearly neck-and-neck.
The device is compact and well made, though prone to collecting smudges. The screen and call quality are acceptable for a mid-range device, but the L90 lacks LTE, and battery life was questionable. The user interface is highly flexible and includes just the right number of no-frill apps and services. I was disappointed by the camera, but pleased to see LG apps such as QuickMemo and QSlide show up.
T-Mobile charges about $200 for the L90 outright (give or take depending on sales), or about $8 per month for two years with $0 down. There are better $200 phones out there, like the Moto G. Given the L90's performance, I'm not sure it is worth the $200 price point. If you're on a budget and really want to stick with LG, then I suppose it's fine. Otherwise, I'd recommend you strongly consider a discounted flagship phone, such as the Samsung Galaxy S3/S4 or LG G2, which can be purchased at bargain prices these days.
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