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Can You Still Use an LG V40 or V60 in 2026?

Yes, the LG V40 or V60 still works in 2026. It's stuck on Android 10 (V40) or 13 (V60). What works, what doesn't, and what to check.

Founder & Lead Analyst, ShopCellPlans

Published October 3, 2026

Updated October 3, 2026

The LG V40 or V60 came out in 2018. Yes, it still works as a phone on most US carriers.

Key takeaways

The LG V40 or V60 still works on most US carriers.

It's stuck on Android 10 (V40) or 13 (V60).

Check the IMEI before switching carriers.

The quick answer

Calls and data: yes on most US carriers
Software: Android 10 (V40) or 13 (V60), no longer updated
Most apps still install, though fewer each year
Good as a backup or budget phone

Calls after the 3G shutdown

Both support VoLTE and work on US carriers, and the V60 has 5G. LG stopped making phones in 2021, so neither gets updates.

How to check yours

Find the IMEI: dial *#06#, or look in the phone's settings or under the battery.
Enter it in your carrier's compatibility checker. Every major carrier and most prepaid brands have one.
If it isn't supported, it's usually missing approval for VoLTE (calls over 4G), which every US phone now needs.

Who it still works for

Anyone who wants a capable phone for very little money, or a dependable spare.

If you're replacing it

A new moto g 2026 or Galaxy A17 costs little, gets years of updates, and several carriers give them away when you switch. Pair it with a low-cost plan such as Mint Mobile ($15 a month for 6GB on a 12-month term) or Visible ($25 for unlimited, taxes included).

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Frequently asked questions

Does the LG V40 or V60 still work in 2026? +

Yes, it still works as a phone on most US carriers. Both support VoLTE and work on US carriers, and the V60 has 5G. LG stopped making phones in 2021, so neither gets updates.

What's the last software version for the LG V40 or V60? +

Android 10 (V40) or 13 (V60).

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About the author

Jean Gilles has researched personal finance, consumer technology, and wireless pricing for over a decade. He founded ShopCellPlans in 2019 and writes every review on the site.

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