Description
LG Xenon GR500 Black QWERTY Touchscreen 3G, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
This is the LG Xenon GR500 in Black, the QWERTY touchscreen 3G slider, factory refurbished and GSM unlocked. Black is the neutral shell that prop houses and display buyers take by default, and exporters serving GSM or UMTS markets pair it with the brighter colors to fill out a mixed carton of reconditioned keyboard phones.
The LG Xenon GR500 is a 2009 AT&T messaging phone: a 2.8-inch touchscreen with vibration feedback over a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 2 MP camera with video capture, Bluetooth for headsets and stereo audio, built-in GPS for the carrier navigation app, and a microSD slot for cards up to 16 GB. Its radio is quad-band GSM with UMTS and HSDPA 3G on the AT&T 850/1900 MHz bands, which is the reason it is sold today as a legacy device rather than a working US handset.
TG Wireless moves the Xenon in its launch colors to collector shops, prop houses that need a recognizable late-2000s texting slider, exporters serving markets with live GSM or UMTS service, and parts dealers.
Key specifications
| Model | LG Xenon GR500, AT&T (2009) |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Form factor | Touchscreen slider with slide-out QWERTY keyboard |
| Display | 2.8-inch touchscreen with vibration feedback |
| Camera | 2 MP with video recording |
| Cellular | Quad-band GSM with EDGE; UMTS/HSDPA 3G on 850/1900 MHz |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth (headset and stereo audio), GPS |
| Memory | microSD slot, cards up to 16 GB |
| Battery life (as rated) | Up to 4 hours talk time |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, mobile e-mail, instant messaging |
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 Xenon GR500 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE. All three US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile shut its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026, so this handset gets no service on a US carrier today. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets where GSM or UMTS 850/1900 service is still live, collectors, film and TV props, and parts or display units.
Resale fit
- Collector shops and enthusiasts who want the Xenon in its original Black, Blue, and Red shells.
- Film and TV prop houses that need period-correct AT&T texting sliders in quantity.
- Exporters supplying GSM/UMTS markets where a QWERTY feature phone still sells.
- Repair and parts dealers using units as donors for screens, keyboards, and housings.
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.
