Entertainment

Common preinstalled software packaged in the LG F9100 include Alarm Clock, Calculator, Calendar with Scheduler, Memo, Unit Converter, and World Time.

Allowing users to download and install new games and applications, the F9100 also supports the Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition (J2ME). As the most popular Java platform for mobile devices, there are many software applications already created, available for download.

Internet

While browsing the web, the LG F9100 is built on WAP 2.0 with Class 10 GPRS (General Packet Radio Service). GPRS is a non-voice high-speed service that allows information to be sent and received across mobile networks. Being Class 10, the F9100 contains four downlink slots and 2 uplink slots resulting in transfer speeds of up to 48 kbps and 24 kbps for receive and send rates respectively.

Storage

The phonebook capacity can store up to 255 contacts. For storage, the F9100 has 24 MB of internal memory, more than enough for text messages, applications, and games. Rather generous compared to most phones which range from 1 to 2 MB, users which manage to fill it up will need to delete files since there is no expansion card slot.

Connectivity

Most phones are able to transfer multimedia through Bluetooth or infrared, however the F9100 is not one of them. In fact, a serial data cable accessory will need to be purchased separately to have PC connectivity.

Conclusion

The LG F9100 was made with a specific consumer demographic in mind; targeted at the unique user who wants robust instant messaging features. Up until now, there have been no devices which cater to such a market, and the F9100 may be just the device many have been waiting for.

However, with the lack of connectivity, built-in applications, and speakerphone the F9100 isn't for the general public. It's a specialized device catering to those who text message or chat regularly.

Ideal for teens and consumers who do a significant amount of talking with their fingers, the F9100's convenient QWERTY keyboard layout provides quick typing. Regardless of its drawbacks, the F9100 does instant messaging extremely well, supporting up to 35 chat sessions with major clients such as AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, and ICQ.

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