LG G1 OLED tv is the flagship tv for the company in 2021. It features a new OLED EVO panel which is extremely bright and features a high dynamic range. The tv runs on webOS and has support for all OTT streaming apps. The magic remote works like an air mouse and makes inputting text and navigating the UI super easy. The design of the tv is premium with extremely thin bezels, and a flush wall mount. check out our video to find out more about the LG G1
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LG Gram 17, 15 and 14 Premium Laptops Launched In India
On the 23rd of August, LG launched three premium-grade laptops in India which are dubbed the Gram 17, Gram 15 and Gram 14. All three laptops will be available for purchase starting next week exclusively on Amazon.in. Noteworthy, in the month of February 2019, the Gram 17 that weighs just 1 kg was awarded a Guinness World Record to be the world’s lightest laptop in its category.
LG Gram 17 Features
As the name suggests, the LG Gram 17 sports a 17 inch IPS display that has a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixel and 16:10 aspect ratio. The laptop is kitted with the 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor which is coupled with Intel UHD graphics.
In terms of memory and storage, LG Gram 17 can be configured with upto 8 GB of DDR4 RAM and 512 GB of Solid State Drive (SSD). The laptop is powered by a 72 WHr battery and company claims a battery backup of upto 19.5 hours. It features a whole host of input and output ports which include 1x USB Type-C port, 3x USB 3.1 ports, an HDMI port, headphone and mic combo jack, a microSD card slot.
Other features of the LG Gram 17 include a fingerprint scanner, Precision Glass Touchpad, backlit keyboard and DTS X audio support.
LG Gram 15 and 14 Features
The LG Gram 15 packs 15.6 inch display while the LG Gram 14 features a 14 inch display. The former weights 1099 grams while the latter weighs 995 grams. The Gram 15 and Gram 15 are equipped with 8th Generation Intel Core i5 processor. In terms of memory and storage, they have 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB SSD.
Both the laptops are claimed to provide a battery backup of upto 21.5 hours which will vary on the type of usage. Input and output ports on the Gram 15 and Gram 14 are similar to the elder Gram 17.
LG Gram Laptops Price In India
As previously mentioned the three newly launched laptops from the company will be available for purchase from Amazon.in starting next week. The price of the different models is listed below:
- LG Gram 17- Rs. 1,26,000
- LG Gram 15- Rs. 98,000
- LG Gram 13- Rs. 95,000
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All in all, LG has launched three worthwhile Windows laptop in the country which feature-laden and are capable to take on the notebook computer offerings from all other manufacturers.
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LG Patents Two Foldable Smartphones That Are Reminiscent of Galaxy Fold And Mate X
In the month of February, the Korean electronics giant, Samsung unveiled its first foldable smartphone which is dubbed the Galaxy Fold. Following its launch, Huawei also unveiled it variant of a foldable device, the Mate X. Unfortunately commercial availability of both the handsets has been pushed back to September(1,2).
LG Foldable Phone- Variant A By the time these two handsets make a comeback, they won’t just be competing with each other. According to freshly granted patents, LG, Korea’s second-largest smartphone manufacturer is also developing multiple foldable handsets which may launch in time with Samsung and Huawei’s offering.
Surprisingly, the foldable phones that the patent exhibit are highly reminiscent of the Galaxy Fold and the Mate X.
The first LG smartphone folds on the outside have dual display, out of which, one is present on the cover (outside) while the second is present on the inside. It features a triple rear camera setup which is accompanied by an LED Flash.
LG Foldable Phone- Variant B The second LG smartphone from the patent has a single large-screen display which folds on the outside. The design is similar to the ‘falcon wing’ which has been coined by Huawei. Besides, the position of camera sensors is also similar to Mate X.
Unfortunately, none of the patents reveals any specifications of the LG smartphones. Nevertheless, the devices if finalised for production and sale will pack top of the line specifications including chipset, camera and display.
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As of now, the details about the launch of such LG handsets is unavailable. But, the company can reverse engineer Samsung and Huawei’s offering. Therefore, it won’t be as hard to make them.
Though we will have to wait patiently until LG shines some light on its plans of a foldable device.
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LG Teases An Upcoming Dual Screen Smartphone Ahead Of IFA 2019
IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung) 2019 in Berlin, Germany is just around the corner kicking off on 6th September 2019. The event will have various OEMs showcase their technological innovations and speak of future endeavours. Korean electronics giant LG is known to make an appearance in the annual event and for its invitation, has shared a video which teases an upcoming dual-screen smartphone.
OEMs such as Samsung and Huawei are working towards a new trend which is foldable smartphones. These devices feature a bendable display which the companies use to minimize their large display footprint by folding onto themselves. On the other hand, LG is moving in an entirely different direction. The LG V50 ThinQ from 2018 released alongside an attachable display that gave it the same functionality as a foldable smartphone. The Dual Screen folio screen featured a 6.2-inch OLED panel and gave users an additional screen for multitasking, playing games or taking pictures.
LG V50 ThinQ Dual Display Furthermore, LG’s shared video invitation prior to IFA 2019 showcases a similar technology being employed. The upcoming smartphone is probably the LG V60 ThinQ which will carry forward the attachable screen. In the video, it is visible that the second display appears to be identical in size to the display of the actual phone. It would be a significant upgrade over its past iteration which had thick bezels and a smaller size overall. Additionally, the Display Screen case will also feature a small outer display for notifications, date and time, giving the device a total of 3 screens.
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Unfortunately, LG did not reveal a lot of information in the teaser which leaves a lot of room for imagination. While the foldable concept sounds promising, the secondary attachable screen seems more practical in use currently. More information is expected to arrive soon, so stay tuned for more updates.
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LG Also Patents A Smartphone With Invisible Selfie Camera, Could Launch Soon
Innovation in the field of smartphones is at an all-time high. In order to increase the screen-to-body ratio on handsets, OEMs have shrunken the bezels around the display. However, this move leads to the dilemma of finding a position to accommodate the selfie camera and the earpiece.
As seen on several smartphones, the manufactures have embedded the earpiece in the top bezel which is considerably easy to attain. Apart from this, companies like Samsung and Motorola have developed smartphones that have a punch hole in the display that houses the selfie camera.
Even though this strategy has allowed solving the original difficulty, a punch hole in the display is clearly an obstruction which has prevented users from across the globe to accept this as a mainstream design preference. Nonetheless, taking this innovation a step further, smartphone manufacturers have been developing invisible under-display camera. A handful of companies that already previewed devices with this feature include Oppo and Xiaomi.
Not long ago, Korean smartphone maker, LG had filed a patent with KIPO (Korean Intellectual Property Office) which indicates that it is also developing a smartphone with invisible selfie camera technology which sounds promising.
The patent granted to the company shows two different illustrations, out of which, the first one exhibits a smartphone with an edge to edge display without any punch hole. But the second illustration reveals when the camera application is toggled, the selfie camera manifests itself which stays concealed under the display.
Unfortunately, the patent granted to LG does not reveal any fine details like the features, name or specs of the handset. It is assumed that the technology that will be developed with this device will be incorporated in future smartphones made by LG.
In order to gain more details about the LG smartphone, we will have to wait patiently until the company publicises concrete information about it.
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Nonetheless, the company was granted the patent a couple of months ago, therefore, we believe that a commercially available handset from LG with this feature could launch soon.
What are your thoughts on a handset with an invisible selfie camera? Let us know in the comments below.
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LG Unveils The Budget Oriented X2 Smartphone
Korean smartphone maker, LG has unveiled its latest affordable handset in its home country which is dubbed the LG X2 (2019). Apart from being sold in Korea, it will also be available in North America and Europe where it will be called the K30.
LG X2 (2019) Design And Features
In terms of dimensions and weight, the LG X2 has a compact form factor that measures 147 x 71.5 x 8.2 mm and tips the scale at 147 g. The front of the smartphone accommodates a 5.45-inch full vision display that has a resolution of 1440 x 720 px and a pixel density of 295 ppi.The left and right bezels around its display are negligible while the top and bottom bezel are comparatively thicker. The bezel above the display houses the earpiece and a 5 MP selfie camera. It also has a 13 MP rear-facing camera which is accompanied by an LED flash.
Under the hood, the LG X2 (2019) is kitted with the Snapdragon 425 which consists of a quad core CPU and Adreno 308 GPU. It is powered by a non-user removable Lithium battery which has a capacity of 3,000 mAh.
In terms of memory and storage, it has 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB ROM. In addition to the inbuilt battery, it also supports memory expansion upto 2 TB via a microSD card.
Connectivity options on the LG X2 (2019) include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and a micro USB port which can be used for both charging and data syncing.
LG X2 (2019) Price
The LG smartphone is offered in just one colour option which is New Aurora Black. The price for the smartphone is as follows:- 1,98,000 Korean Won (around Rs 11,000)
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The LG X2 (2019) might seem like an underpowered smartphone to similarly priced handsets in India. However, the competition in Korea, Europe and North America is not as fierce for affordable devices. Therefore, it is expected to sell in respectable quantities in those regions.
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LG Is Working On A Flexible Smartphone With Rollable Display
The year 2019 has seen many new innovations and trends popularised in the mainstream mobile industry. One of such innovative buzzwords surrounded flexible or foldable smartphones. Samsung with the Galaxy Fold was one of the first to reveal a functioning smartphone with a flexible display despite all its flaws. Now, LG is also reportedly jumping on the bandwagon to introduce its own flexible smartphone which may have a rollable display.
Samsung Galaxy Fold LG has trademarked the name ‘LG Rolling’ with the South Korean Intellectual Property Office. Earlier this year, the South Korean company had also trademarked names such as ‘Roll Canvas’, ‘Rotolo’, ‘The Roll’, ‘E Roll’, ‘Dual Roll’, ‘Signature R’, ‘R Screen’, ‘R Canvas’, and ‘Bi Roll’ with the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Hence, it is speculated that an LG smartphone with a flexible rollable display is currently under development.
Foldable LG Phone Concept Notably, LG has already used rollable displays in the past. The technology is currently employed on its Signature OLED TV R. As the name suggests, it is an OLED TV that was showcased at CES 2019. The Signature TV features a 65 inch OLED display that can roll back into the base when not in use. Previously, LG had confirmed that they were planning to work on a rollable and foldable smartphone after various reports and rumours surfaced.
The freshly granted patent suggests that LG’s rollable handset is currently in-development stages whiles its name is still undecided.
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Conclusively, LG may probably not end up calling the device ‘Rolling’ but use the moniker to represent its key feature. Furthermore, the inclusion of the Signature TV technology in smartphones is a great step in innovation for the mobile industry. Foldable smartphones have already been made and seen but a rolling device could be the next big trend for the arriving year. Unfortunately, concrete information is still lacking but more news is expected to arrive soon, so stay tuned.
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LG Trademarks A Slew Of Smartphones Including One Called The M10
LG was one of the first companies to launch a smartphone with the Android operating system. In the early years of the decade, the company had delivered praiseworthy handsets like the Optimus One, LG G2, LG Nexus 4 which were highly popular amongst users across the globe. However, as Chinese OEMs like Xiaomi, Oppo and Huawei started selling value for money devices at marginalised profits, long-settled companies like Sony, LG and HTC had to fall back.
Nevertheless, after devising new strategies, LG once again entered the budget and mid-range smartphone arena with the “W” series of smartphones that debuted in India last month.
Subsequently, LG is expected to launch a variety of new devices in its home country which will be a part of a brand new “M” lineup. The company had filed numerous trademarks with KIPRIS (Korean Intellectual Property Rights Information Service) under the category 9 that deals with “mobile phone and smartphones”. The first handset in the trademark is dubbed the “M10” which coincidentally matches the moniker of a smartphone made by another Korean Giant, Samsung and the device name is Galaxy M10. Therefore, it is possible that the upcoming LG smartphone will be targetted towards the budget segment. Furthermore, the company may even launch smartphones like M20, M30, etc in the distant future.
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Other than that, the company had previously filed trademarks for the V60 and V70 labels which have now been granted. Going by chronological order, these smartphones will succeed the LG V50 ThinQ which was launched earlier this year. Taking into consideration, that Samsung and Apple are yet to reveal flagship devices in the near future which will be the Galaxy Note 10 lineup and 2019 iPhone lineup in respective order. Hence, it is possible that LG launches the V60 or V70 later this year to compete with these devices.
All in all, LG may be planning a proper comeback in the smartphone business. However, in order to verify the claims and theories, we will have to wait until LG officially spreads some light on its future plans.
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LG Launches AI ThinQ TV Lineup With Built-In Amazon Alexa
LG has been one of the most prevalent TV brands in India. To meet the rising demands of smart televisions, the company has launched the AI ThinQ TVs lineup in the country which starts from Rs 24,990 and goes all the way upto Rs 10,99,990. Distinguishingly, all the smart TVs in the lineup have built-in Alexa and Google Assistant support.
The newly launched AI ThinQ TVs from LG are fitted with second-generation Alpha 9 processors. The processors combined with deep learning and AI (Artificial Intelligence) can automatically calibrate the TVs for optimised audio and video output. The TVs in the lineup are available from screen sizes of 32-inch to 77-inch. Moreover, they also have support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro HDR and Dolby Atmos.
Due to the presence of Amazon Alexa and Google voice assistant, users can wirelessly interact with their TV sets and control its different functionalities. Furthermore, the voice assistants built into the TVs can even be used to control other smart devices like lights and fans.
The NanoCell TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup also supports direct wireless streaming from Apple devices via AirPlay 2. Other features of TVs in this range include Nano Color Full Array Dimming and HomeKit. The latter enables the ability to control the television through Siri or Apple Home app.
Besides, all TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup have a wide variety of media streaming apps which include Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hotstar, YouTube, Eros Now, Zee5, AltBalaji, Hungama Play, Sun NXT and Yupp TV. The TVs also have a 2-way Bluetooth feature that allows users to wirelessly stream music from their smartphone, tablet or any other Bluetooth compatible device.
Surprisingly, TVs in AI ThinQ lineup have a unique feature called “Mobile Connection Overlay” that allows users to view both the mobile and television screens simultaneously.
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All in all, LG has populated the new AI ThinQ TV lineup with well thought out features which will make them stand out of the crowd. Especially, the wireless voice assistant functionality will be a crowd favourite.
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LG Working On A Cryptocurrency Wallet Suggests Patent
With the rise in the popularity of cryptocurrencies since the last few years; many major smartphone OEMs have also tried to take advantage of the trend. Taiwanese electronics giant HTC launched its Exodus handset which is based on the blockchain technology for trading and buying cryptocurrencies. Samsung also launched a wallet supporting the currencies with its Galaxy S10 lineup of devices. Now, reports of another major smartphone manufacturer getting into the cryptocurrency market have surfaced online. Latest patent filings by LG reveals it is working on a cryptocurrency wallet for use in its devices. It will be called the ThinQ Wallet and may be introduced soon.
LG ThinQ Wallet
As mentioned above, LG has filed for a patent for a cryptocurrency wallet called the ThinQ Wallet. The patent was filed at the USPTO (The United States Patent and Trademark Office). The description of the listing mentions it is a software for smartphones that specialises in payments. It will use blockchain technology, which is what all the cryptocurrencies are based on. Using it, the company is working on a digital wallet for the currencies, so they will work as a traditional wallet application which specialises in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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The name ThinQ is used by LG in products that boast of some form of Artificial Intelligence technology; so it may be the case that the wallet when launched will feature AI as one of its features. It is speculated that the company may introduce the ThinQ Wallet alongside a flagship smartphone in the following weeks. Unfortunately, more details about the upcoming device or the cryptocurrency wallet are unknown at the moment. However, the patent listing suggests that we may not have to wait too long to hear about them.
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LG Unveils An Affordable Flagship Smartphone, The G8s ThinQ
LG is known to offer affordable and toned down variants of its flagship lineups. It holds true with its latest premium device the LG G8 ThinQ, which was announced back at the Mobile World Congress in February 2019. The announcement had also introduced another device by its side, namely the LG G8S ThinQ. The device is finally being made available to the global markets.
LG G8S ThinQ is powered by the same Snapdragon 855 SoC that is featured in its elder sibling. The Z camera is making an appearance alongside a time-of-flight camera at the front. It enables the device to perform biometric authentication via a users face or their hands. The ToF module that allows for Air Motion gestures for quick actions will also be available.
The key differentiating factor between the standard variant and the LG G8S ThinQ is the display. The upcoming affordable variant will feature a 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED display unlike the QHD+ screen found on the G8. Users still receive a 6GB + 128GB RAM and internal storage offering. The smartphone offers stereo speakers alongside a 3.5mm headphone jack with a DAC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, USB 3.1 and a 3550mAh with Quick Charge 3.0.
Even though the device is more affordable than the standard variant it will still feature the new triple camera setup. The configuration consists of a 12MP f/1.8 primary sensor with a 13MP wide-angle lens and a 12MP telephoto camera. The front of the device houses an 8MP f/1.9 sensor alongside the ToF sensor. LG G8S ThinQ is IP68 dust and water resistance just like the standard G8.
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The LG G8S ThinQ will go on sale in select markets in Europe, Latin America, Africa and Middle Eastern regions initially. Furthermore, Pricing has yet to be announced alongside the availability for other regions including India. The more accessible version of the flagship from LG has the potential to be extremely successful in the previously mentioned countries. This holds true even in countries like India where the mid-range to budget devices sell in larger volumes compared to premium handsets. More information is expected to be revealed in the arriving week.
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BlackBerry And LG Are Making Autonomous Cars
A press release has announced the partnership of BlackBerry Limited with LG Electronics Inc. for a major new project. The aforementioned brands are recognisable for their consumer grade electronic products. However, the new project that is being spearheaded by the two companies will encompass the automobile industry, namely self-driven (autonomous) cars.
Historically, LG and BlackBerry were popular smartphone brands. The companies were critically acclaimed worldwide for their handsets, including India. The onset of the smartphones industries tech race had rendered BlackBerry and its business-centric devices obsolete. LG faired much better in comparison but has also seen a decline in the last couple of years. Though, the company is well known for its home appliances such as televisions and refrigerators.
The new project for autonomous cars is a heavy task. Self-driven cars are unlikely to hit Indian market anytime soon but are already being tested in developed nations like the US. Google, Apple, Uber and other such companies have been testing the technology for a while now. The automobile industry would greatly benefit from the expertise of both the companies in the arriving years.
The new agreement formed between the companies carries statements of the joint expansion through the partnership. Both the companies are large corporations that have only a small part of their business models aimed at the smartphone industry. Blackberry is well-renowned for its QNX software-based services and safety solutions that are being utilized by a multitude of companies.
Google’s Autonomous Vehicle The companies have formed a conjunction to push forward the development and commercial availability of autonomous vehicles. The entire automobile industry has been working on numerous autonomous locomotives for years now. This new collaboration will seek to accelerate the transitional process between traditional to self-driving cars. The project will encompass a network of self-driving vehicles that are connected to one another. It will also help boost the myriad of suppliers that automobile OEMs are working with.
According to the report, BlackBerry’s QNX-based software solutions are planned on being incorporated by LG Electronics. The South Korean company’s hardware expertise will use QNX solutions to build numerous next-gen components such as:
- A security solution designed to help safeguard the system against malware and cyber threats and prevent malfunctions.
- Incorporate an improved voice and sound quality systems, namely media entertainment system, for the car’s internals.
- To build the control system for autonomous cars.
- An accessible mobile interface with control over multimedia functionalities.
Furthermore, the companies’ goals are to “produce cutting-edge cars for the future of the automotive market”. BlackBerry, unlike LG, has shifted its focus on its software services that are used in the mobile and automobile industry. The Canadian company is already supplying its technology to manufacturers developing driverless cars. LG, however, is still present in the smartphone market with its latest W series entries being launched in India. The company is still a big name in household products and is planning diversification in new ventures such as this.
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The implications of the joint venture could be huge. Both LG and BlackBerry could potentially reduce the time frame for commercially available self-driving cars. The companies will rely on each other’s strong suits for the partnership. It might not be too long before the project bears its fruits. Unfortunately, it is just an announcement and not an actual product launch. We are still years away from actually seeing such cars in real-world practice.
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LG W30
LG has unveiled a new mid-range budget smartphone in India following the Government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. LG W30 is equipped with a dual camera set up at the rear and a notch display with a lone camera at the front. The device sports the MediaTek Helio P22 SoC with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
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LG W10, W30 and W30 Pro Smartphones Launched In India
LG went on stage to unveil three new devices in its budget-mid range W series smartphones. The upcoming devices are a part of the company’s project under the Indian Government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. The South Korean company has officially launched the LG W10, W30 and W30 Pro.
LG W10
The budget handsets by LG were made to specifically cater to the Indian market. India has one of the largest smartphone userbases, causing OEMs to make devices for every possible price bracket. LG W10 is powered by a 4,000mAh battery along with a MediaTek Helio P22 octa-core processor clocked at 2.0GHz. Memory and Storage are only available in one configuration, 3GB/32GB. Furthermore, the front is equipped with a 6.19-inch HD+ FullVision display panel with 18.9:9 aspect ratio.
LG has invested heavily in marketing the cameras of the W series smartphone. The W10 features a “Smart” dual camera set up which will be placed vertically at the top left corner of the rear panel. The primary shooter is a 13MP sensor with PDAF while the secondary is a 5MP shooter for depth sensing. Front of the smartphone has a relatively large notch that houses the 8MP front camera. Features like face unlock and bokeh are also provided.
LG W30 & W30 Pro
LG is offering a slightly bumped version of the W10 in the form of the W30, that features various improvements. The processor of the W30 is similar to the W10 with a MediaTek Helio P22 octa-core processor clocked at 2.0GHz. Even the memory and storage are the same with a single 3GB + 32GB configuration. However, the screen of the device is slightly larger with a 6.26-inch HD+ IPS FullVision with an aspect ratio of 19:9 and a tear-drop notch.
The camera of the device also receives an improvement with a 16MP front camera with face unlock functionality. Notably, on the rear, it sports a triple camera setup with a 12MP AF primary shooter that has a special low light mode. LG W30 receives an additional 13MP AF wide-angle lens along with a 2MP depth sensor for bokeh shots. LG W30 Pro has not been unveiled in the event although an announcement is expected soon. The company has teased its specs which point at a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, FullVision display with a tear-drop notch and stereo speakers (StereoPulse Sound)
Price and Availability
LG’s W series smartphones were developed and built in India, with plans to start shipping in the southeastern nation soon. The LG W10 carries a price tag of Rs.8,999 and will be available in two colours, Tulip Purple and Smokey Grey. On the other hand, LG W30 will have customers shell out Rs.9,999 for three colour options, Thunder Blue, Platinum Grey and Aurora Green. Announcement regarding the LG W30 Pro is expected soon with pricing that will most likely cross the INR 10k price bracket.
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LG’s ‘Make in India’ product is a great new addition to the company’s budget line up of smartphones. This will help the company capture a broader audience of potential customers after launch. A homegrown device is widely appreciated as it is better for the country in terms of employment and economy during sales. Apple is also seeking to shift a certain portion of its production to India as well. The reception of these devices will be clear in the arriving weeks alongside the W30 Pro launch.
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LG Patents A Smartphone With Punch Hole Front Camera
A glimpse of LG’s upcoming smartphone was seen through a patent granted by the Turkish Patent Institute. The device in question is reported to sport a punch-hole front-facing camera. This would mark the first time LG is planning to use this form of bezel reduction method for an all screen device.
According to the schematics, the smartphone will sport a punch-hole camera in the top left corner of the screen. The front panel is devoid of any seems apart from bezels on the top alongside an earpiece with necessary sensors and a buttonless bottom. The back, however, is a familiar design that has already been seen before. LG V40 ThinQ is clearly used as an inspiration for the rear layout, as the schematics show a striking resemblance.
The triple camera module at the back is in an identical pattern to the LG V40 ThinQ with a horizontal placement side by side. A flash flanks the right of the camera set up while the fingerprint sensor is placed right below it. This proves that the new device will not feature an in-display fingerprint scanner at the front. Changes to LG’s formula has been historically slow with the rate of adoption being behind other OEMs at this moment.
Unfortunately, no information about specifications as such is available regarding the upcoming device, or rather even if it is planned on being mass produced. With this only assumptions can be made regarding its specifications and hardware. If the device is similar to LG V40 ThinQ then it might see the same sort of top-notch hardware treatment if it launches the coming months.
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LG has not had a great record in the global smartphone market in the last few years. With the rise of Chinese companies like Xiaomi and OnePlus, LG has seen a decline in sales both in volume and value. The company has to aggressively price this device or in future iterations be at the forefront of newer technology or innovation to survive in the current highly dynamic smartphone industry