LG Optimus 3D Max P725: A power-packed smartphone with a glass-free 3D experience

For users enthralled by 3D, LG has upped the ante in the 3D mobile device domain by upgrading its LG Optimus 3D with the new LG 3D Max P725. Optimus 3D Max is best described as a 3D smartphone with a big 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen. Although low on resolution at 480x800, the screen is quite bright and striking, especially when you run 3D. The display boasts of Nova Plus 3D technology, which allows full-fledged 3D experience without the need of 3D glasses. Another interesting aspect regarding 3D is the 2D to 3D convertor, which lets you convert 2D content into 3D. However, a unique experience that 3D without glasses is, it does put undue strain on your eyes.

The phone has two cameras. The first one is dedicated to taking 3D images and videos. A unique experience, no doubt! The quality of the 3D content, which includes 720p video recording, 3D games, 3D videos that can be streamed via 3D YouTube app, is also splendid. With the second, 5MP camera, you can click fine images with options like face tracking, auto-focus and can also record full HD 1080p videos. Speakers are powerful, signal reception is flawless and there is a lot more to this device than 3D, such as 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 2.0, GPS, Android 2.3 OS, Google Play, a powerful 1.2 GHz dual core processor and 1GB RAM. The 1520mAh battery drains in 5-6 hours if you are using both 3G and 3D. The standby time is 1-2 days.

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Price: Rs. 33,000

Pros: Impressive 3D, no 3D glasses required, 3D camera, performance, 2D to 3D convertor

Cons: battery, painful to eyes

Specifications: 1.2GHz Dual Core Processor, 8GB Storage Capacity, 3D video playback, 3D games, 2D-to-3D Converter, 4.3 inch multi-touch Display WVGA 480 x 800p, 3G, Android 2.3, 139g, 3D stereoscopic LCD, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, 5MP camera, Google Play, and 1520mAh battery