LG Volt

[tubemonkey]

I thought we already had a thread for this phone. Any way, the first post will be used as an index to reference key features and discussions.


References

• How to Play FM Radio
• How to Skip Activation
• tba

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[tubemonkey]

So, how many of you got one of these devices over Black Friday? and what is your primary use for it - media player, phone, or both?

I got one to use specifically as a media player (primarily audiobooks and music). It'll never be used as a phone. I gotta say, it's an excellent player and has exceeded my expectations. It's fast and fluid. I haven't had any issues with it yet. The speakers are loud and clear enough for audiobooks and music, so I don't need a supplemental speaker.

More to follow.

[booklover6]

I got one on BF for audio books. I can't use it as a phone, as I don't get that network here. It is an awesome audio book player. I have listened to a lot from Scribd already. I am using the earbuds I got with my Fire Phone with it. And a belt holster case. I can listen to an entire book in one day and have plenty of battery life left.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by booklover6

I got one on BF for audio books. I can't use it as a phone, as I don't get that network here. It is an awesome audio book player. I have listened to a lot from Scribd already. I am using the earbuds I got with my Fire Phone with it. And a belt holster case. I can listen to an entire book in one day and have plenty of battery life left.

It has a huge battery compared to other phones, so it gets great battery life.

[copyrite]

Audio: Podcasts, Audiobooks, Next Radio (throws Mr Monkey muchas bananas for the mention)

Reading: Inoreader (RSS), Tapatalk, Moon+ w/ CC

Chromecast remote

Annnnd bought one for my son to use so his will be for social media and youtube I figure

[tubemonkey]

How to Play FM Radio on the LG Volt

I enjoy listening to FM radio and do so on a daily basis. So while setting up my Volt, I decided to check out its FM radio, but couldn't find it. The Volt has a built-in FM radio tuner, but it isn't readily apparent. So I googled to see what was going on and found out that you needed to download an app called NextRadio.

Listen to your favorite local radio stations with NextRadio – FM radio on your smartphone! Tune in to any FM frequency in your area and listen to the radio without the buffering and cost of streaming music. Participating radio stations show you song information and artwork as you listen, so you can buy your favorite music, give feedback on the songs you like, and share what you're listening to on Facebook or Twitter. NextRadio’s Live Guide lets you SEE what's playing on stations in your area so you can choose a station based on the artist or program currently playing on-air. NextRadio is radio like you’ve never SEEN before!

To set it up, you must have an internet connection. After the app has determined the FM stations for your zip code, you can disconnect the net. From this point on, it works like your car's FM.

In order to get clear reception, you must have an antenna of some kind. That's accomplished by plugging in headphones, speakers or a headphone extension cord. If you go to the settings, you can direct the sound to go through headphones/speakers or the Volt's built-in speakers.

I like to stick the Volt in my shirt pocket and use the built-in speakers with an extension cord plugged into the headphone jack. Whenever I can, I avoid headphones.

Note: copied from No-Contract Phones as Audio Players thread, post #36.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by copyrite

...Next Radio (throws Mr Monkey muchas bananas for the mention)

Thanks; I added that post to this thread and linked it to the OP for easy referencing.

[copyrite]

I still haven't bought a case for mine. Any recommendations for a lightweight inexpensive one?

[tubemonkey]

How to Skip Activation for LG Phones

For my LG Optimus, and I think most LG phones you can skip the activation sequence by doing this:
When on the language selection screen --
Press these keys in this order: Volume Up, Volume Down, Back, Home

It worked for me and if you google "Skip activation on LG phone" you will find numerous videos and similar instructions for many different models.

Hope this helps somebody.

Note: originally posted by ngrant in the Black Friday 2014 thread, post #509.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by copyrite

I still haven't bought a case for mine. Any recommendations for a lightweight inexpensive one?

Neither have I. I've been waiting to see see how much case I'll actually need for routine use -- lightweight, thin case vs heavy-duty OtterBox type.

[tubemonkey]

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[Blossom]

I got mine yesterday. At first I wasn't too happy with it but it's growing on me. I think the speakers are very mono sounding. My Nokia has spoiled me for sound. I plan to use the volt with my Skullcandy headphones I won earlier this year.

I got it set up to handle my remotes. Quick Remote app was a great surprise it works on the Sony TV using IR. Too bad it doesn't do DVD players. I've got the Quick Remote, Fire TV Remote and Roku Remote app on the lock screen.

I bought this to replace my SGP4.2 and it does that well. I've got Prime Music, Spotify, Rhapsody, Slacker, Tune In Radio installed. Audible, Smart Audiobook Player, Scribd and Overdrive.

I need to get FM Radio set up. Thank Monkey for the heads up.

It there a way to disable all the nags I've got it in Airplane mode which helps some.

[Blossom]

How do you switch the keyboard? I selected the new one in settings but LG one is still popping up.


Nope not working it just gives me the default android one.

[copyrite]

I've used Swype forever on my Android devices, installed and chose it as default and haven't had any issues with it.

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by copyrite

I've used Swype forever on my Android devices, installed and chose it as default and haven't had any issues with it.

Yes that works it comes with preinstalled but I tried to add Google Keyboard and it wouldn't work.