Description
LG Thrive P506 Black Anroid 2.2 3G Wi-Fi 3.15 Megapixel, Factory Refurbished, AT&T branded, GSM unlocked
Factory Refurbished, this LG Thrive P506 Black Anroid 2.2 3G Wi-Fi 3.15 megapixel phone, as the catalog names it, is the AT&T prepaid Android sold GSM unlocked and reconditioned to working order. Collector shops, Wi-Fi-only app testers, and exporters serving UMTS markets take it in small lots.
The LG Thrive P506 is AT&T's 2011 prepaid (GoPhone) version of the LG Optimus One: Android 2.2 Froyo, a 3.2-inch tempered-glass capacitive touchscreen with pinch zoom, a 3.2-megapixel autofocus camera and camcorder, 3G HSDPA data, Wi-Fi with access to AT&T hotspots, Exchange and personal email, social network widgets, and Android Market. It was sold in black and blue and is a basic early Android handset.
TG Wireless sells the Thrive refurbished to collector shops, prop departments, Wi-Fi-only users who want a period Android build, and exporters serving markets with live UMTS service.
Key specifications
| Model | LG Thrive P506 (AT&T) |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | AT&T branded, GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 2.2 (Froyo) |
| Display | 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen, tempered glass |
| Rear camera | 3.2 MP autofocus with camcorder |
| Connectivity | 3G HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS |
| Exchange, personal, and Gmail | |
| Memory card | microSD slot |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Thrive P506 is a GSM/UMTS phone with 3G data and no LTE or VoLTE. All three US national carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile ended 2G GSM service on August 3, 2026, so it no longer registers for calls or data on a US network. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Buyers move it into export markets where GSM or UMTS is still live, to collectors and prop houses, to parts dealers, and to Wi-Fi-only use.
Resale fit
- Export to markets where GSM or UMTS service is still live and an early Android phone sells at a low ticket.
- Collector and retro-tech shops that stock working early-2010s LG Android handsets.
- Wi-Fi-only use: kiosks, test benches, and app developers who need a period Android build.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and store fixtures.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
