In the following tutorial, you will notice that texting is much more convenient and very easy on your LG Dare if you learn these simple tips. Original Source
If you’re texting in portrait mode (upright) and using the smart word program to type (the thingy that spells out words based on the buttons you press), you can hold down the button for a number. i.e. the ".@" button would make a "1" the ABC button will make a "2", the "Next" button you hold for a zero and so on. LG-Dare info
LG Dare phone photos – LG Cell Phone Pictures
LG enV Touch (VX11000) tips - Firmware upgrade Over The Air (FOTA):
The LG enV Touch must be flipped open and the internal keyboard used for the entire process. If the device is flipped closed at any time the upgrade will fail. LG-enV touch info
1. Navigate Menu > Settings and Tools > Phone Info > Software Update > Check New.
If and error is received wait 3 minutes and retry.
2. Press OK. 
Software download will take 1 to 2 minutes. 
LG Versa tips – Resolving Windows Device Manager conflicts:
Windows 2000 / XP
- Start Device Manager: Click Start > (Settings) Control Panel > (Performance and Maintenance) > System > Hardware > Device Manager.
Windows Vista
- Start Device Manager: Click Start > (Settings) Control Panel > (System and Maintenance) > Device Manager. If prompted, click Continue.
For detailed instructions, refer to Opening Windows Device Manager.
The following devices are normally installed: LG-Versa info
- Modems
- LGE CDMA USB Modem
- Ports (COM & LPT)
- LGE CDMA USB Serial Port (COM x)
- Universal Serial Bus controllers
- LGE CDMA Composite USB Device
If a conflict is present, a red X, yellow ! or yellow ? is displayed to the left of a listed device or may be indicated by a device entry labeled Other Devices or Unknown. The drivers must be updated or reinstalled. LG Phone Problem and solution