A 4G LTE phone for $100 on contract? It's hard to argue with that. No matter how unattractive the design or antiquated the software experience, the Viper is a wise buy for frugal consumers and Sprint loyalists alike...The only question that remains is: Should you buy into what Sprint's not yet...
Read the full review →Conclusion: Pass on it
The LG Viper 4G LTE was the first phone available for Sprint's 4G LTE network, and has a good range of features for its $99 on-contract price, including a 5-megapixel camera, Google Wallet-compatibility, and a reasonably sharp 4-inch display. The catch: Sprint's LTE network won't be widely available until at least next year. If you're a Sprint customer, and you want to be able to use the carrier's LTE network as soon as it's available, you'll be better off with the company's other LTE phone: the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, which is available for $199 on-contract. If you're willing to settle for a phone that isn't "future proof," and upgrade later, Sprint offers a lot of other phones that work with its existing 4G WiMax network, including the Samsung Galaxy S Epic Touch 4G, which is available for free with a two-year contract from some sellers.
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The LG Viper is a fresh, fun, fast little Android smartphone, and it'll fly of the shelves at $99. While the Samsung Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch and the Motorola Photon 4G have bigger screens and WiMAX, the Viper's clean design, fast performance and forward-looking LTE put it among the best.
Read the full review →The LG Viper 4G LTE is the first phone to ride on Sprint's new network, but you're going to have to wait to enjoy that unlimited high-speed data. If you can't wait for faster throughput, then we suggest the EVO Design 4G, which has a higher-resolution screen and longer battery life.
Read the full review →The LG Viper has a stylish, eco design with a speedy processor, but you may not be able to utilize its 4G LTE speeds any time soon. If you don’t mind waiting for Sprint to switch on its LTE network the Viper is a good choice.
Read the full review →Many of its most attractive features, like 4G LTE and Ice Cream Sandwich OS can't be used at the time of purchase ... For a midrange device, it has a great camera, sturdy build, and it's a good fit for those who are environmentally conscious.
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