LG’s Newest Idea Revealed At Mobile World Congress 2016 Complete With Friends
BARCELONA - LG
Electronics (LG) today unveiled its highly anticipated LG G5
smartphone, a brand new design with not only a sleek, metal uni-body
featuring a Slide-out Battery and a Modular Type design that
gives a greater smartphone experience. Complete with LG Friends, a
collection of companion devices, the G5 can be transformed into a
digital camera, Hi-Fi player and more.
Encased
in a sleek metal aluminum body and Slide-out Battery to easily swap out
a depleted battery for a fully charged one in seconds, the LG G5
surpasses the visual experience of its predecessor, the LG G4.
First,
the G5’s 135-degree wide angle lens lets you choose between standard or
wide angle lens to get more in the shot. Second, the Always-on Display
makes notifications just a glance away with the time, date and more
available anytime without waking the G5. Third, the 3D Arc Glass
featured in the smartphone’s 5.3-inch display creates a gentle curve and
a smooth colorful metal surface through an advanced microdizing process
which takes anodized aluminum to a whole new level.
Furthermore,
the insulative antenna is invisibly integrated into the body without
disrupting the seamless look of the metal uni-body. LG designers took
the metal body concept one step further by adding a Shiny Cut edge for
added contrast and a more comfortable grip.
LG’s First Modular Type Smartphone
LG’s
innovative Modular Type design gives the LG G5 the ability to transform
into a digital camera, Hi-Fi player and more all while keeping its
traditional removable battery in a full metal uni-body design for the
first time ever.
LG CAM Plus
The
LG CAM Plus is a versatile camera module that can be attached through
the battery slot to deliver a comfortable grip and convenient control of
a standalone camera. The LG CAM Plus provides physical buttons for
power, shutter, record, zoom, LED indicator and comfortable grip. It
also offers intuitive auto focus and exposure lock, features usually
found on standalone digital cameras. When attached to the LG G5, it
provides an additional battery capacity of 1,200mAh to allow for longer
shooting times for more fun and enjoyment.
LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY
The
LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY is an innovative portable Hi-Fi DAC
audio player developed in collaboration with B&O PLAY to meet the
needs of those who seek to enjoy top-notch sounds that have
traditionally only been available through high-end audio devices. LG
Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY stands out for its simple yet elegant
Scandinavian design as well as premium sound technology. In addition to
the 32-bit Hi-Fi DAC upsampling technology first introduced on the LG
V10, LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY also supports 32-bit 384KHz
high-definition audio playback. LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY can be
used either as a module with the LG G5 or as a separate Hi-Fi DAC by
connecting to any smartphone or PC.
Extreme Wide Angle Lens and Advanced UX
Reflecting
LG’s longstanding reputation as a leader in smartphone cameras, the LG
G5 has two cameras on the rear: one with a standard 78-degree lens and
another with a 135-degree wide angle lens, the widest available in any
smartphone. The 135-degree lens on the LG G5 offers a viewing angle that
is approximately 1.7 times wider than those of existing smartphone
cameras and 15 degrees wider than the human eye’s field of view. The
wide angle lens makes it easier for users to capture more landscape,
taller buildings or larger groups without having to position oneself
further from the subject.
The
LG G5 features a collection of powerful photo effects including Pop-out
Picture, Film Effect and Auto Shot. Pop-out Picture combines images
taken by the standard and wide angle lens to create a picture-in-a-frame
effect. Film Effect can apply nine different film emulators to an image
while Auto Shot is an enhanced camera UX which automatically captures
the perfect selfie shot when a face is recognized.
Always-on Display for Enhanced Convenience
The
5.3-inch Quad HD IPS Quantum display on the LG G5 offers an Always-on
feature, the first on a main smartphone display. The concept of the
Always-on Display was first introduced in the LG V10 as the Second
Screen and now that feature has evolved on to the main display to show
the time and date continuously even when the G5 is in sleep mode. This
means that you can always see the time at a glance, even during
important meetings or when your hands are full.
To
minimize power consumption, LG redesigned the display driver IC memory
and power management function so that the display’s backlight only
illuminates one small part of the overall display. Thanks to this
technology, the Always-on Display requires only 0.8 percent of the
battery’s full capacity per hour to operate. With consumers turning on
their smartphones up to 150 times a day mostly to just check the time,
the G5’s Always-on Display will make a notable difference in the life of
the battery over the course of the day.
Another
advanced display feature in the LG G5 is Daylight Mode, which gives the
G5 exceptional outdoor visibility beyond that of current auto
brightness technology. Daylight Mode detects surrounding light
conditions and instantaneously increases or decreses the brightness of
the display, up to 850 nits. Even before your eyes have adjusted to the
different lighting conditions, the G5 will be ready.
Diverse Range of Companion Devices
With
the G5, LG is introducing a paradigm-shifting smartphone ecosystem —
the LG Playground. With this, LG aims to strengthen the ties with its
partners and introduce various devices and supporting programs to fully
maximize the LG Playground.
As
part of the ecosystem, LG is introducing a wide range of companion
devices, aptly called LG Friends, to deliver fun while providing a new
mobile experience far beyond traditional smartphone boundaries.
LG 360 VR
The
LG 360 VR is a VR goggle that can be connected with the G5 via a
dedicated cable and works exclusively with the G5 to simulate a 130-inch
TV viewed from two meters away. It has a stylish design that is
foldable so that users can easily carry and watch VR content anytime,
anywhere. Unlike other VR devices that require a smartphones to be
inserted in the device, the LG 360 VR weighs only 118g (4.16 ounces) and
is just one-third as heavy as competing VR goggles while delivering a
resolution of 639 ppi. The device is compatible with 360-degree images
and videos captured with LG 360 CAM as well as all Google Cardboard
content.
LG 360 CAM
The
LG 360 CAM is a compact 360-degree angle camera equipped with two 13MP
200-degree wide angle cameras, 1,200mAh battery and 4GB internal memory,
which can be supplemented by a microSD card. The LG 360 CAM can be
easily connected to the LG G5 allowing users to create 360-degree
content. The LG 360 CAM provides 2K video and 5.1 surround channel
recording on three microphones to help users effortlessly create
high-quality 360-degree contents. Thanks to the partnership with Google,
images taken with the 360 CAM can be uploaded to Google Street View and
YouTube360, adding the fun of sharing creative contents with others.
The images will also be available to view on the LG 360 VR or other
smartphones or devices that are capable of 360-degree content.
LG Rolling Bot
The
LG Rolling Bot is a companion device that rolls like a ball while
capturing images and videos with its embedded 8MP camera. Not just a
toy, the LG Rolling Bot can be used as a monitoring system for the home,
pet care companion as well as a remote controller for compatible home
appliances. With an IP camera connectable via Wi-Fi, users can remotely
monitor the interior of their homes with the LG G5 via live streaming.
LG Tone PlatinumTM
The LG TONE PlatinumTM (model HBS-1100), the latest in the LG TONE Series, is a Bluetooth headset that has earned the Harman Kardon® Platinum grade for its superior sound quality. With a Balanced Armature design for minimum distortion, LG Tone PlatinumTM delivers exceptionally sharp and clean sound. What’s more, it is the world’s first Bluetooth headset equipped with aptX™ HDcodec, delivering lossless 24-bit audio for sound that is unrivaled in a wireless device.
H3 by B&O PLAY
H3
by B&O PLAY is a set of high-end earphones that is compatible with
the high-quality sound of the LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY. Designed
for audiophiles as well as anyone who considers audio performance a
top-priority in a smartphone, H3 by B&O PLAY works with all Android
smartphones.
LG Smart Controller
The
LG Smart Controller allows users to easily control certain drones. With
the LG Smart Controller, users can check the video stream from the
drone through the LG G5 in real time and control the unmanned aircraft
with the LG Smart Controller joystick.
LG Friends Manager
Only
available in the LG G5, Friends Manager is the hub application that
allows the G5 to connect with LG Friends with minimal fuss and effort.
LG Friends Manager automatically detects nearby LG Friends and connects
quickly and easily in three simple steps, eliminating much of the hassle
of pairing devices.
More Performance, More Efficiency
The LG G5 offers many other innovations designed to revolutionize today’s mobile lifestyle, such as:
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820 Processor
The
LG G5 is equipped with the powerful yet energy-efficient Snapdragon 820
processor which offers advanced features such as 64-bit performance,
Adreno 530 graphics and lower-power Qualcomm® HexagonTM
DSP as well as Qualcomm Spectra™ 14-bit dual image signal processors
(ISPs) designed to deliver high resolution DSLR-quality images and
additional power savings. The Snapdragon 820 processor also has an integrated X12 LTE modem that supports Category 12 download speeds of up to 600 Mbps and LTE Category 13 uplink speeds of up to 150 Mbps.
Compared
to the previous generation Snapdragon processor, Qualcomm Technologies’
most advanced CPU architecture offers double the speed and power
savings. Adreno 530 graphics demonstrate up to 40 percent faster
graphics performance and up to 40 percent more power efficiency compared
to the previous generation. The Snapdragon 820 processor also supports
4K capture and playback at four times more than the resolution of 1080p,
enabling users to watch and capture their daily moments in stunning
detail and clarity. The processor is also optimized for VR, generating
quality pixels and life-like colors to deliver the ultimate VR
experience to G5 users.
aptX™ HD: 24-bit Hi-Fi Wireless Audio
The
LG G5 is equipped with aptX HD, an enhanced codec that supports 24-bit
sound over Bluetooth, delivering rich and clear sound over wireless
connections without any loss. When paired with the LG TONE Platinum,
users can experience superb quality Hi-Fi audio that sounds amazingly
close to the original source.
Qualcomm® Quick Charge™ 3.0
The
LG G5 offers Quick Charge 3.0 for incredibly fast charging. By
employing an intelligent algorithm, Quick Charge 3.0 is 27 percent
faster and 45 percent more efficient than the previous generation.
Low Power Location Estimation (LPLE) Technology
The
LG G5 has excellent battery life, thanks to the Low Power Location
Estimation technology. This solution enhances the battery efficiency by
as much as 41.9 percent by improving the power consumption related to
location-based apps.
“The
new LG G5 will encourage owners to rediscover the true joy of a mobile
life,” said Juno Cho, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile
Communications Company. “The G5 and LG Friends are the result of many
experts inside LG asking themselves if it was still possible to be
innovative and unique in the smartphone space. I think once customers
spend a little time with the LG G5, their answer will be a resounding yes.”
Key Specifications:*
● Chipset: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820 Processor
● Display: 5.3-inch Quad HD IPS Quantum Display (2560 x 1440 / 554ppi)
● Memory: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM / 32GB UFS ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
● Camera: Rear: Standard 16MP, Wide 8MP / Front: 8MP
● Battery: 2,800mAh (removable)
● OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
● Size: 149.4 x 73.9 x 7.7mm
● Weight: 159g
● Network: LTE / 3G / 2G
● Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a, b, g, n, ac / USB Type-C) / NFC / Bluetooth 4.2
● Colors: Silver / Titan / Gold / Pink
*Specifications may vary depending on the market.
