LG Optimus 2X is now receiving Android 4.0 ICS update

The LG Optimus 2X is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. The Optimus 2X is a great device with a 4.0 inch display, 8GB of internal storage and an 8 megapixel camera capable of capturing video at 1080p HD. However the device was also the first modern smartphone to feature a dual-core processor which added to an already appealing handset. The only downside was that LG was very slow with releasing Android updates for the device.

Finally after months of campaigning by its users, LG has finally given into the demands and released the ICS update. The update is already rolling out to the Korean version of the device and is now being made available to Optimus 2X owners in Europe.

LG says no Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for Optimus 2X and Optimus Black

LG users will be disappointed to know that the LG Optimus 2X and the LG Optimus Black will not be receiving Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

LG Optimus 2X is receiving Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update, but only in Korea

The LG Optimus 2X has been facing some controversy for its on off position on receiving the Android ICS update. Now LG has informed their users that the ICS update is currently being tested and will be released for Korean handsets. However LG has not stated if or when the update will be available for other regions.


The Optimus 2X was the first device to feature a dual-core processor. This may not seam like a big deal today considering there are a few quad-core handsets in the market, and that dual-core seams to be the minimum requirement for most handsets to get ICS. But the Optimus 2X turned quite a few heads when it was first released.

LG Optimus 2X will receive Android 4.0 afterall

The LG Optimus 2X is was the first smartphone to feature a dual-core processor. When LG announced that the device will not be receiving Android 4.0 ICS it left many users disappointed.

It now turns out that LG has gone back on it's initial comment and claims that it was a false rumor. They also claim that they are testing ICS on the Optimus 2X and it will be made available for the high end smartphones on LG's portfolio.

LG's Optimus series receiving Android Gingerbread

LG has announced that they will be finally releasing the Android 2.3 Gingerbread software update for their premium handsets including the LG Optimus 2X, LG Optimus 3D and the LG Optimus Black.

Users have been waiting for a long time for this update and the company finally revealed this information on their Facebook page today. The update will begin rolling out in Europe with the Optimus 2X receiving it as early as November 1st. The Optimus 3D will be updated starting November 21st and the Optimus Black will receive it starting November 28th. No news on U.S. availability yet.

LG Optimus 2X wont receive Android 4.0 update

Users of the LG Optimus 2X would be disappointed to find out that they will not be receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) update. LG has confirmed this on their Facebook Page in response to a user's question.

“Dear Anant, We will not be introducing Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich updates on LG Optimus 2X P990. Keep watching this space for further updates,” LG replied to a question.

LG Optimus 2X - HDMI Out Demonstration

The LG Optimus 2X features a 4 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary HD camera for video calls and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 380 MB of RAM.

Watch the demo video of the device's HDMI-out capabilities.

LG Optimus 2X - Music Play and Cover Flow demoed

The LG Optimus 2X is an Android powered handset, designed and manufactured by LG Electronics. The device features a 4 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary HD camera for video calls and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 380 MB of RAM.

Take a look at some of the enhancements on the LG Optimus 2X below:

Apple iPhone 4 vs. LG Optimus 2X - Video capture comparison

The guys at MobileCruch compare the video recording quality between the LG Optimus 2X and the Apple iPhone 4. The iPhone 4 records video at 720p HD while the Optimus 2X records at 1080p

Check out the sample video below and see if the LG has the advantage with it's dual core processor:

LG Optimus 2X - Unboxing, hands on and benchmark

The LG Optimus 2X is the first smartphone to feature a Tegra 2 dual-core processor which designed by NVidia. The device features a 4 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage and an 8 megapixel camera capable of capturing video at 1080p HD.

Check out a couple this unboxing and hands-on video of the LG Optimus 2X which follows: