Gingerbread update for LG Optimus Black starts rolling out

24 January, 2012
For now, the update has only been received in India and some parts of Europe.

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  • 21 Sep 2012

PascalinNairobi, 21 Jul 2012does anybody know if gingerbread update is available in Nai... moreGot it yet??

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    • mut
    • N7D
    • 21 Sep 2012

    Has the GB update for the P970 reached nairobi kenya yet? Somebody hola

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      • Arun
      • 9DG
      • 29 Jul 2012

      Quiq, 07 Jul 2012That's strange that many people have encountered issues sin... moreThanks for removing doubts...

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        • PascalinNairobi
        • NvR
        • 21 Jul 2012

        does anybody know if gingerbread update is available in Nairobi Kenya? please let us know.

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          • Quiq
          • mMD
          • 07 Jul 2012

          That's strange that many people have encountered issues since they've updated their P970s to GB. I personally updated my phone about a week ago, and everything seems to be working like a dream - the whole usage experience is much smoother, i don't encounter lags anymore, AF in the camera has indeed improved a lot, I've got more free RAM, as Android 2.3 consumes a lot less memory, and overall I am pleasantly surprised with the software upgrade. As far as tactile feedback while touching any of the four capacitive buttons, which has changed as well, I think this alongside fewer seconds of backlighting the buttons are to improve battery life, but I am not 100% percent sure about that. If I were to say my opinion on Android 2.3.4 update for the Optimus Black, I would strongly recommend it.

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            • sachu, india
            • mTZ
            • 01 Jun 2012

            Android update 2.3.4(GB) is available for LG P970(optimus black) mobile phone from LG india web site.
            download the LG upgrade software from LG mobile web site > select your country as INDIA> and start upgrade as GB2.3.4. For me all the functions very well. also i found battery back up is very good. Only thing is LG got this update very very late.

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              • met
              • pT6
              • 01 Jun 2012

              met, 30 May 2012I have the same problem with my OB (Iran)! Some problems go... moreI found out the problem source. I used Advanced Task Killer (Froyo) to control my applications, seems it was not compatible with the new version of the Android, GB. Now the phone is working smoothly after uninstalling it...

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                • pTi
                • 30 May 2012

                AnonD-50070, 11 Apr 2012Guys, my Optimus Balck has become too slow after Gingerbrea... moreI have the same problem with my OB (Iran)! Some problems got fixed by upgrading to GB and some visual effects added also... but now, it is working slower with more hesitations! I'm thinking of rolling back Froyo if it is possible!

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                  • osama
                  • 6p5
                  • 22 May 2012

                  Plzzz send tell me how to update lg optimus black send me link for ginger bread

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                    • Anonymous
                    • 0wm
                    • 19 May 2012

                    Gingerbread is very beautiful and better performance than froyo, especialy the battery. I'm from middle east, the update is there also. thanks LG, I'm waiting for cream sandwich....... be quick

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                      • rydel
                      • DMH
                      • 10 May 2012

                      ScottryaN, 12 Apr 2012Any updates on battery status those who successfully upgrad... moreGot my update on Android GB everything are good specially the battery status, the problem is the phone repeatedly hang-up so i need to remove the battery. version in OB as froyo are good enough no hang-up problem.... but the battery is worst than GB.

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                        • Vikram
                        • yWm
                        • 29 Apr 2012

                        Prithvi, 20 Feb 2012Hi Guys, Just wanted to know if the ANdroid 2.3 update i... moreYes you can do it your self

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                          • Vikram
                          • yWm
                          • 29 Apr 2012

                          AnonD-48355, 29 Mar 2012Does the region matter when we upgrade the phone???Yes region matters as you will get update based on your region. I am in India but got my OB from US and has to wait longer than others in India for the update. Moreover applications are also different for different regions.

                          So yes region matters......

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                            • Vikram
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                            • 29 Apr 2012

                            AnonD-50070, 11 Apr 2012Guys, my Optimus Balck has become too slow after Gingerbrea... moreYou will have to update or upgrade all the applications too. That should solve your problem. (India)

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                              • Vikram
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                              • 29 Apr 2012

                              ScottryaN, 12 Apr 2012Any updates on battery status those who successfully upgrad... moreuse application from android marked that can save battery. Updating to new version is very easy and took around 45 mins. Its will just help you to get few more cool application from android marked. Otherwise it the same.

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                                • Bhaskar
                                • 2xg
                                • 13 Apr 2012

                                Can I get usb on the go on optimus black after Q3 update?

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                                  • ScottryaN
                                  • 3C7
                                  • 12 Apr 2012

                                  Any updates on battery status those who successfully upgrade Android Gingerbread... got OB P970 but still froyo the battery is s u c k ...

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                                    • tUc
                                    • 11 Apr 2012

                                    nik, 19 Mar 2012I mstill using a froyo..in India. can any one say how can i... moreJust use the PC suit and check for updates, it will guide you thru.

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                                      • AnonD-50070
                                      • tUc
                                      • 11 Apr 2012

                                      Guys, my Optimus Balck has become too slow after Gingerbread update (India); any idea of the causes?? Its 2.3.4 and Kernel Version: 2.6.35. Plz Help.

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                                        • nadz
                                        • PMs
                                        • 29 Mar 2012

                                        nik, 19 Mar 2012I mstill using a froyo..in India. can any one say how can i... moredownload the windows drivers n then the update tool..
                                        start, connect n update.. no probs at all.. got mine to 2.3.4 yesterday n it feels quite good..