LG V50 ThinQ 5G 128GB LM-V450 5G Smartphone (Black, Verizon Locked) (Renewed)

I always bought new, but LG (which I love) doesn't make cell phones any more so I thought I would try a refurbished LG phone (albeit with some skepticism).Looks and works just like new! I don't think I will ever buy new again. The only issue has been there seems to be some debris in the charging port (that I haven't been able to remove) that sometimes prevents a good connection with the charger, but for the low price I paid, I can live with that!

I have many LG phones from V20, G7, V50 (Sprint...total waste of money due to it never getting updates past Android 10 and security July 21), and V60 with dual screen and pen. I just picked up another V50 (Verizon) on Amazon for $134 (Android 12 with May 22 security) and it was renewed but in PERFECT condition not a single scratch and 98% battery life. I use the LG phones for media devices with Tidal and my 400+ CD collection via FLAC as I also have a HUGE collection of IEMs and headphones (all audiophile grade). I have a few DAPs from FiiO and I really like using the LG phones.

These refurbished phones aren't bad but the battery doesn't last long at all and you're better off getting a new phone

I bought this phone to replace my dinosaur that was on it's last pixels. I have waited a while to review this phone because it takes me a long time to "learn" the ups-and-downs of a new device.This phone is a pretty "basic" smart phone. It seems to be good quality. I have used all of the features (I think). It only comes with the LG keyboard, which I hated because it doesn't have a microphone to "Speak to Text". I downloaded the Google keyboard from the app store, which solved that issue. I know Google is now listening to every word I text....oh well...Things I like:-Compact-ish size. It fits in my pocket and in my hand.-A few nice customizeable features for the screen. I'm not very fancy, but the phone has a variety of colors and patterns from which to choose. I think I am also able to set my own photograph if I want.-Good sound quality and volumeThings I dislike:-Dorky assortment of ring tones. I found one that isn't too objectionable, but the assortment is truly disappointing. I don't see a way to download custom ones; but I'm also not inclined to work too hard at it.-"Auto-Focus" feature gets in my way. There is an auto-focus sensor near (in?) the camera that I am constantly covering with my finger when I use the phone. When I interfere with it, my whole screen goes blurry even when I'm NOT using the camera! So annoying!- I haven't found a way to show text/email/missed call notifications on the "always on" screen. The always on feature is nice, because I was able to put a clock on it so I can always see the time. I wish I could also get notification icons on that screen so I don't have to wake it up to see stuff.- MANY bloat-ware apps. The first thing I did upon receiving the phone is to uninstall and disable as much bloatware as I could. The phone did an update a couple of weeks ago (I've had it for several months), and it installed about a dozen new "apps" (twitter, facebook, tiktok, etc, that I NEVER use and won't have spying on my phone). I immediately uninstalled them. Again, seriously annoying! This is probably a feature of Android, not necessarily the phone, but still...All-in-all, a pretty good device. My goal is to upgrade my OS to a Linux system to get out of the Android universe. I did alot of research, and this model of phone is compatible with a Linux distro, so that will be my next step.

People rush out to get the newest model phone and I never understood that. Well this will be the 3rd phone purchased from Amazon Renewed sellers and every time the phoneis like a brand new one. I was reluctant to buy refurbished electronics but this is the only way too not spend all your $ on a new phone which is just a waste. Amazon renewed. 60 day guarantee. LG V50 for $250. Just as good as any new android. Save $ guys

Came in great condition and ready to set up along with charging cable and plug.Great find despite not being new because Verizon said they do not sell these anymore and I hate apple products and refuse google phones. Always been partial to LG so thank you very much and thanks even more for getting it here undamaged and on time.

Considering returning this phone. Only have a few more days. There are so many glitches with it. It frustrates me to no end. I've had an LG phone in the past so I thought this was a good idea, but this phone seems possessed. I can't take a screen shot with it without it turning into a complete disaster. Hate this refurbished phone. Sorry I got it. Hate that I will have to transfer all my appointments on my calender again because they don't seem to transfer. Ugh

Easy to configure, copy over all apps. Good value for $$$