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LG GW550
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LG GW550

Released: 2009, June. Released 2009, OctoberPrice: About 70 EURStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows Mobile 6.5 Standard
SAR1.12 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body)
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size2.4 inches, 17.8 cm, 2, (~24.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 65K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
BrandLG
ModelLG GW550
PriceAbout 70 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
SAR EU1.43 W/kg (head)
SingleYes
StatusDiscontinued
Weight125.5 g (4.41 oz)
BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML
SensorsN/A
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
Internal256MB
KeyboardQWERTY
Released2009, June. Released 2009, October
Stand-byUp to 370 h (2G) / Up to 430 h (3G)
Announced2009, June. Released 2009, October
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 5 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 3 h 30 min (3G)
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions116 x 62 x 12 mm (4.57 x 2.44 x 0.47 in)
Resolution320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

LG GW550 Overview

About LG GW550 LG GW550 is a discontinued device from LG's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2009. LG GW550 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 256MB , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for LG GW550 is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the LG GW550?

The LG GW550 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does LG GW550 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many LG devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting LG GW550 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the LG GW550 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does LG GW550 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your LG GW550.