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LG Stylus DAB+ Unlocked Mobile Phone $279 @ ALDI

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LG Stylus DAB+ Unlocked Mobile Phone $279 @ ALDI
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ruskiromka on 31/01/2017 - 11:15 aldi.com.au (1076 clicks)
Last edited 04/02/2017 - 14:02 by 1 other user

Mid-range spec phone with DAB radio and a stylus. Officeworks has these in stock for $398. Update now $269 at Officeworks - thanks oz-dave

Taken techradar: http://www.techradar.com/news/take-note-lgs-stylus-dab-is-di…

'As the name would suggest, the LG Stylus DAB+ sports a stylus for note taking and built-in DAB+ for data-free radio streaming. On top of this, it’s got a 5.7-inch 720p display, a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor, 16GB of internal storage (expandable to 256GB with MicroSD), a 13MP rear camera, a 8MP front-facing camera and a removable 3,000mAh battery'.

Usual ALDI 60 days no questions asked return policy applies as well as two year warranty.

5.7" HD display
13MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
1.2GHz quad core Snapdragon 410 processor
16GB internal memory
2GB RAM
Full touchscreen with stylus pen included
Built-in DAB+ broadcast digital radio
1 year warranty on battery
Android 6.0

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  • GaelicAU on 31/01/2017 - 11:21
    +7

    DAB radio is a nice addition

    • Trishool on 31/01/2017 - 11:50
      +3

      Yeah I wish more high end phones had it.

    • zzymurgy on 31/01/2017 - 12:09
      +3

      I've never seen DAB+ on any other phone. That alone is making me consider buying this even though I already have way too many phones.

  • annarchon on 31/01/2017 - 11:22
    +2

    Almost 300 bucks for a Snapdragon 410? What is this 2015?

    • Diji1 on 31/01/2017 - 11:53
      +1

      Nope it's 2017 where most mobiles apps do not stress a Snapdragon 410.

      • adrianhughes1998 on 31/01/2017 - 12:05

        Na more like snapdragon 430. Some apps would stress it. 430 or 625 to be safe.

      • annarchon on 31/01/2017 - 15:07

        Even though its still a capable SOC, but its being sold at clost to300 bucks. LG isn't exactly known for its quality manufacturing lately, and you got plenty of Xiaomis with Snapdragon 650s for less than that.

        If they want to sell a 410, sell it at a resonable price.

    • Mumbles on 01/02/2017 - 02:04
      +1

      In 2015 there was an awesome OzBargain deal for a $40 Huawei Y550 locked to Vodafone. The Huawei Y550 and Motorola G were midrange mobile phones that shared the Snapdragon 410.

      Nothing wrong with the speed of these phones. There are heaps of brand new budget smartphones with this processor.

  • hopper on 31/01/2017 - 11:24

    is it OLED display?

  • skegger on 31/01/2017 - 11:28

    Will there ever be a better stylus phone than the Note 4?

    • hopper on 31/01/2017 - 11:31
      +6

      Note 7 with a fire extinguisher

      • skegger on 31/01/2017 - 13:52

        Nope 7

  • lennonlenn on 31/01/2017 - 11:33
    +1

    Is single or dual sim?

  • yow on 31/01/2017 - 11:37

    2GB RAM good, Adreno 306 seems a little underpowered for 720x1280 (only 20 GFLOPS), but probably fine.

    At first I thought it included digital TV - HD streaming with no data charges!

    Why don't any phones do that? I see it's contrary to networks' interests who promote, subsidize and sell phones, or are there technical problems (e.g. power needed for weak radio signal?).

    • ruskiromka on 31/01/2017 - 11:41
      +1

      Antenna size required will make the phone the size of a laptop, as well as it will only work outdoors.

      • StevieRay on 31/01/2017 - 12:02
        +1

        I have the DSM-T100 and it only has a small wire loop for an antenna and it works fine in the office building.
        I don't see why they cannot use earphones as the antenna. Phones with built in FM radio work the same way.

    • Diji1 on 31/01/2017 - 11:59
      +2

      If the USB digital TV decoder I have is any guide the main issue is you cannot move without the picture breaking up. I don't mean you can hold the phone still in your hand I mean you have to place the phone on a stationary surface. This means it's a tiny TV you can carry around but you cannot watch it on the train.

      The decoder gets too hot to touch which would make the phone too hot to touch if it was internal.

      Also it drains battery like crazy.

  • SpaceNinja on 31/01/2017 - 11:37

    Very poor man's Galaxy Note.

    • scrimshaw on 31/01/2017 - 12:10
      +1

      North Korean Galaxy Note.

    • annarchon on 31/01/2017 - 15:08

      At least it won't blow up though.

  • INFIDEL on 31/01/2017 - 11:38

    LG site for specs etc

  • WatchNerd on 31/01/2017 - 11:42
    +2

    This is almost as big as the -
    PPTV KING 7 6 Inch 2.5D 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Helio X10 MTK6795 Octa Core 2.0GHz 4G Smartphone $148.18 Shipped
    That was being discussed here. I'm no PhoneNerd but wouldn't this be a better deal if you don't need DAB+?
    Old post for specs

    • yow on 31/01/2017 - 12:15

      incredible, though g6200 @700MHz is 90 GFLOPS… might struggle with 2K (2560x1440) games, I'd prefer 120 GFLOPS. Might also burn through the 3610mAh battery.
      Why don't you submit this as a bargain? Make a place to discuss it.

      • WatchNerd on 31/01/2017 - 12:20

        I didn't find it, Titus Canby did. Like I said, I'm not a phone expert so not sure if it's post worthy.

    • EarthMan on 31/01/2017 - 14:16

      Wish KING 7 had NFC, otherwise great phone for under $150 with all the specs

    • INFIDEL on 31/01/2017 - 11:52

      A few local reviews available. Was about to post that link😯

  • fatice on 31/01/2017 - 12:04

    I bought a Xiaomi Mi Max 64GB, dual sim, 6.44in screen (Snapdragon 652 3GB RAM) for $280 from ebay. Received in 4 days via DHL. Very happy with it. You can get the 32GB version (Snapdragon 650 3GB RAM) for about $240.

    On this other hand, LG Stylus DAB+ with local warranty, LG brand, has DAB+ and stylus.

    • 028 on 31/01/2017 - 12:41

      Doe it have google play?

      • dave12113 on 31/01/2017 - 12:58

        Sold locally - yes it should have Google play. Interesting combination of features. I'm not confident with DAB+ on a phone. You'll need headphones plugged in for signal (correct me if I'm wrong) and my experience of DAB+ in the car is that it's bit unreliable on the move. Besides I have 3 months of unlimited Google music and unmetered data on Optus. Also 2GB RAM is not enough for me..

      • fatice on 31/01/2017 - 14:06

        Mine comes with Google play, International ROM, not Xiaomi app store.

  • WaveZero on 31/01/2017 - 12:58
    +2

    This is pretty tempting, my old man listens to DAB+ radio all the time, this would be a nice gift as he always complains about not having DAB+ on his mobile phone.

    Thanks for posting!

  • jeffwonder on 31/01/2017 - 14:31

    I have had mine since June 2016, I'm no phone expert but find it ok.

    The big selling point was Dab+ for me, which I had it paired to b/tooth in car and it is very poor, keeps dropping out in the end I gave up on the Dab+ feature.

  • neu11 on 31/01/2017 - 14:55

    There are no shortage of DAB+ dongles. If your phone support OTG there is nothing stopping you.

  • mickeyjuiceman on 31/01/2017 - 16:39

    Plenty of better options around than this.

  • terrys on 31/01/2017 - 21:19

    I had a look at this shortly after I had lost my real G4 [ it was listed as the G4 stylus at the time]. Given the pretty lack-lustre specs and the fact I had grabbed a reasonable little portable DAB+ radio from KMart for $9 [ usually ~ $30], you could say I was less than impressed. At ~ $130, I'd recommend it to someone who didn't want anything too flash, but at $279, I think LG are taking the piss…

    • INFIDEL on 02/02/2017 - 01:12
      +1

      Modified 1 of the Kmart $9 DAB+ radios - now mounted in the car dash. Circuit board (photos in original deal) is single DIN size. Lengthened antenna cable & attached different antenna. Stereo output fed to AUX input. Works great👍

      Exchanged 1 for improved $39 model @Kmart a few months back. Another store refused.

  • Mumbles on 01/02/2017 - 01:38

    A big positive for this phone is that it handles all the current 4G frequencies for Telstra, Optus, Vodafone.

    Extract from the LG website:
    "OPERATING FREQUENCY - 4G LTE FDD: 2100,1800,850,2600,900,700 TDD: 2300"

    An audio review of the DAB+ radio mentioned that the radio has very good reception. The audio output is supposed to be similar to an LG G5, a slightly restricted dynamic range. Should only be an issue if you're an audiophile who plans to listen to non-DAB stuff like MP3 files of high bitrate.

  • phyve on 01/02/2017 - 14:10
    +1

    DAB+ is the reason to buy for music on the go without download charges.
    Also has FM if needed.

    Replaced our HTC One M8 for this phone and like it a lot. Bigger, brighter and faster than the HTC.

    Can't wait to test this at AFL games so I can leave the radio at home.
    DAB+ reception might be so-so in enclosed places like the MCG and Etihad.
    Might also provide DAB+ over Bluetooth in the car (not tried this yet as headphones are still needed for the antenna)

    The option to get a potential 5% extra discount if you take the sales brochure to Office-works might be worth trying.
    Also have 7 days to return to the Office-works if not up to expectations.

    • oz-dave on 04/02/2017 - 13:45
      +1

      The option to get a potential 5% extra discount if you take the sales brochure to Office-works might be worth trying.
      Also have 7 days to return to the Office-works if not up to expectations.

      Officeworks are currently selling for $269, so a price match won't be possible.

  • iratepirate on 04/02/2017 - 17:43

    Can someone who has one confirm it has NFC? Some specs list it and others don't.

    • fozzie on 19/03/2017 - 18:37

      It does

  • INFIDEL on 27/02/2017 - 22:20

    Saw stock today at same price in a Brisbane Aldi, & photographed in Aldi deal - so not expired.

  • CVonC on 03/03/2017 - 12:37

    $249 @ Eastgardens. 1 left.

  • fozzie on 19/03/2017 - 18:39

    A couple of annoying things: no 5ghz, can't move apps to sd (but there might be a way around that).
    On bright side Netflix let's you download straight to sd which is not allowed in many other phones.

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