i thought by using the USB data cable my phone in essence would become an external storage device and would show up as an icon on my desktop but that us not happening.
ok, I know this isn't an answer but does Mac (mind you I don't use one) even use usb data cables? Maybe you need to download from LG the software to your mac so it can recognize your phone when it is plugged into the usb.
your cellular telephone is plenty too previous if its has no bluetooth, usb cable or something, so how can it deliver photos? the place did you get the photos if it has no no longer something? No MMS? purchase the main present day cellular telephone
