Although it already offers the GSM/UMTS-based LG Optimus One, Canadian Telus now launched its CDMA counterpart, calling it LG Optimus 3G. From the name of the “new” device, one would think that the earlier version of the Optimus One lacks 3G and that’s not true — it perfectly sings along Telus’ UMTS/HSPA network — so we’re not sure what’s the idea here is? Moreover, we don’t understand the price – while the original Optimus One could be yours for CA$199.99 without any contracts signed, its CDMA counterpart costs whopping CA$529.99. Of course, each of the two phones could be yours for free on a super-long 3-year contract.
So is Telus implying that CDMA-based Optimus One is worth CA$330 more? If we had to pick which of the two devices is better, that would be the cheaper GSM version as it can handle voice and data simultaneously. Not sure what’s happening here and I can everything but recommend you to buy the Optimus 3G. If you need a mid-range Android smartphone, go for the LG Optimus One and save some cash instantly.
[Via: MobileSyrup, Unwired View]