Virgin Mobile Launches LG Flare

Humberto Saabedra

virgin-mobile-flare.gifVirgin Mobile has officially launched the second basic clamshell from LG after the success of the Aloha.

The Flare by LG features an external color display, 1xRTT data access, speakerphone, voice dialing, BREW support for games and applications, MP3 support, and Bluetooth.

The phone is now available from Virgin Mobile online for $29.99.

Virgin Mobile Product Page

LG Flare Encyclopedia Page

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