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The LG Spectrum 2 for Verizon Wireless gets you a first-rate smartphone for about half the price as other top picks.

With its winning combination of a reasonable price tag, wireless features, and solid performance, the Spectrum 2 is an excellent Verizon handset in its price range.

The Spectrum 2 is a solid midrange Android phone with a bright HD screen and built-in wireless charging, but it could use a Jelly Bean performance boost.

What can I say? LG has made a strong showing in the mid-range field once again. I can’t find anything to really complain about as far a mid-range smartphones go – no, you don’t have the best of the best in terms of hardware, but for $99 on ... contract, the Spectrum 2 is a pretty good phone.

The LG Spectrum 2 doesn't have any mind-blowing features, but it's a rock-solid high-end device at a good deal -- $100 with a contract.

This newest model not only includes a larger 4.7” True HD IPS display, but has a faster 1.5GHz dual-core ... processor and 16GB internal memory. Combine that with the easy to use Optimus UI interface, good call quality and battery life, the LG Spectrum 2 is hard to beat in this price point.

It performs like a beast and has a great-looking 4.7-inch display. And while there are a few minor flaws that may or not bother some people, the $100 everyday price tag is a bargain for this device — just not during the holidays.