Smartphone LG G8 ThinQ - advantages and disadvantages

One of the novelties in the world of smartphones that lovers of newfangled gadgets are waiting for is the LG G8 ThinQ. At the moment, the official release date of the G8 is unknown, but more and more information about it appears on the network every day. At the end of February, the Mobile World Congress is expected to announce and dispel rumors about the LG G8 ThinQ.

Specifications

Smartphone G8 is a kind of attempt by LG to get out of the protracted crisis, but according to rumors, this attempt will not be entirely successful. In terms of its technical characteristics and features, the novelty is slightly inferior to its peers.

It’s too early to talk about the price tag for the new phone, and there is no information about it yet, but if its predecessor cost about 60 thousand rubles at the start of sales, this is likely to be expected by the G8 ThinQ.

Advantages

It is expected that the LG G8 ThinQ phone will have all the innovations of a new generation of smartphones. The reality of the implementation of such features can be tested when the model enters the market, and then fully evaluate all its advantages.

Display

New from LG will have a popular display size of 19.5:9. According to the characteristics of the screen will be similar to its predecessor LG G7 Fit with a resolution of 3120 x 1440 pixels, 6.1-inch IPS-matrix. There is a large enough space on top for the front camera or other sensors. Although many smartphone manufacturers refuse this kind of cutout.

CPU

If the rumors are true, the LG G8 ThinQ will feature the most productive chipset in 2019, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. The processor features an octa-core system with a frequency of 1.80 GHz to 2.84 GHz, and will also be able to support 5G. But there is controversy over the latter, perhaps 5G will only be in a special version.

fast charging

The LG G8 ThinQ will probably have a big plus in terms of charging speed, as manufacturers have provided a fast charging feature that many users who are constantly “running errands” will appreciate.

Frame

In this regard, LG has pleased with the following features:

• water resistance;
• shock resistance;
• dustproof.

It is impossible to say exactly about the features of water resistance, while there is no specific data. But based on other models of this brand, it can be assumed that the phone will be able to withstand immersion of 1 meter for a short time.

Phone dimensions - 152 × 72 × 8.4 mm. Made in black, other colors are not yet known, presumably there will also be silver.

Connectors

The LG G8 ThinQ will feature USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jacks and a 32-bit DAC. For a smartphone in 2019 and the average user of the year, this is sufficient, but will not reach the status of “best” in its niche.

Operating system

The LG G8 ThinQ smartphone will be equipped with a new generation operating system - Android 9.0 (Pie). The latest, at the beginning of 2019, the version of the OS from Google is a prerequisite for new products among smartphones. It will fix many bugs and add new features.

Memory

They did not deprive the novelty and a large amount of memory. Built-in memory is - 64 GB and 6 GB - operational.Of course, for the "revolutionary" model, the numbers are small, but they are perfect for every user, especially since it is possible to use an external drive.

The smartphone supports microSD memory up to 512 GB.

Camera

It is still difficult to determine the quality of the camera and the photos or videos taken with it, but the declared 16 MP main and 8 MP front cameras make us hope for a very worthy result.

Additional "buns"

Smartphone LG G8 ThinQ is equipped with Dual Sim function and supports many mobile networks around the world. The first slot is suitable for Nano-sized SIM cards, the second slot is hybrid, but more on that later.

According to rumors, the smartphone can be controlled by gestures without touching. This feature is already present in the new products of 2019, and users have positively evaluated this method of control.

Another innovation is the on-screen fingerprint sensor, this will greatly simplify the use of a fingerprint in working with a smartphone.

A considerable amount is incorporated into the work with the camera. Provided:

• digital zoom;
• automatic flash;
• face recognition;
• touch focus.

In video mode will be available:

• continuous shooting;
• HDR.

Multi-format support, dual color LED flash, and more make the LG G8 ThinQ a great experience.

But the advantages listed above are currently just rumors and the full picture can only be formed by checking time and practice. Perhaps they will find other advantages of this model, and those considered will not meet the expectations placed on them.

Flaws

Disadvantages, as well as advantages, are based only on rumors walking on the Internet.

Battery

On the net, you can find photos of documents on testing a battery for a smartphone from a manufacturer from South Korea. They indicate that the LG G8 ThinQ will have a 3400 mAh battery. Although, many specifications indicate a volume of 4000 mAh.

However, the battery will not be able to operate without additional recharging for more than 1.5 days. This will definitely not be appreciated by lovers of long conversations or just active smartphone users.

Hybrid slot for a second SIM card

As mentioned earlier, LG G8 ThinQ has slots for two SIM cards and the second one is hybrid. The versatility of the second hybrid is rather an inconvenient feature because the user is deprived of the simultaneous use of external media and two SIM cards. You will have to choose which function is more necessary.

Display

Despite the fact that the characteristics of the display are noted among the advantages, it also has its drawbacks. The light sensor helps to adjust the brightness of the screen and this helps to reduce eye strain. But at the same time, according to users, because of such features, after a long work, the eyes hurt

Outcome

All technical specifications distributed on the Internet are only rumors based on conjecture or information not from officials. So far, nothing has been heard from official sources of information, except for denials. At the same time, many people who are waiting for the release of this model have already had some impression. The smartphone has many features that are mandatory for smartphones in 2019. But LG's attempt is considered not entirely successful, since the new product will be inferior in many respects to models that have a lower price tag.