LG G5 H850
LG G5 is built around a modular concept. There are currently two modules available that extend the functionality of the phone. The camera module slides onto the phone and transforms the phone into a camera including buttons and a camera grip. The audio module has been developed in co-operation with Bang & Olufsen (B&O).
LG decided to ditch the modular design for the successor LG G6 due to limited interest among consumers.
Manufacturer: LG
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10 years ago
LG G5 Review
LG has tried something a little bit different with the G5. While its predecessor was a decent handset with a solid collection of features, it didn't sell as well as LG was hoping due to strong competition from Samsung and Apple.
Pros:
- Excellent range of hardware, including a fast Snapdragon 820, great 1440p display, fingerprint sensor, microSD card slot, and USB-C
- Comfortable, ergonomic design
- Dual camera system is versatile and takes fantastic photos
Cons:
- The modular slot is a complete dud, providing no compelling additional features
- LG's ‘metal' body is underwhelming
- Software lacks the polish a high-end phone deserves
- Disappointing battery life
10 years ago
Great phone
Great phone love the finger print security option.
10 years ago
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What a superb phone had a g4 before this one wife has a galaxy s6. G5 blows it away. Absolutely amazing phone with real innovation.
10 years ago
A phone with a difference: LG's G5 reviewed
LG's quest for the ultimate flagship phone has been all about constant evolution, and for its 2016 attempt, we're seeing the best one yet. Is it enough to unseat Samsung and Apple?
Pros:
- Design is nice
- A typically lovely screen from LG
- though one that isn't OLED
- Two cameras
- the first of which is pretty good
- Blazingly fast 4G speeds
- Gesture keyboard is very good in this generation
- Replaceable battery
- "Friends" accessories bring more functionality to a phone
- even if they are...
Cons:
- Edge is sharper than you expect
- Android feels more like iOS
- and that may not appeal to all people
- No water-proofing
- Battery life isn't on par with other 2016 flagships
- "Friends" accessories aren't necessarily cheap and don't come with the phone
- Changing one of the accessories means switching...
10 years ago
LG G5 review: a power user's friend that just misses the mark
The LG G5 is an interesting experiment. Its modular slot at the bottom of the phone holds potential, but I suspect it will never be filled. It does allow users to replace the battery while still providing a solid smartphone.
Pros:
- modular design
- great cameras
- good screen
- replaceable battery
- microSD card slot
- USB-C
Cons:
- slightly less than premium build
- battery life not the best
- fingerprint scanner not quite as good as some
10 years ago
LG G5 Smartphone Review
LG has been really creative this year to get the attention of customers and we think the Korean company offers a successful overall package. The combination of a good display, proven camera and decent battery runtimes is a solid foundation.
Pros:
- bright and high-contrast display
- Always-On display
- comprehensive security features
- good cameras
- great voice quality with good noise suppression
- modular slot
- fast storage
- expandable storage
- very fast SoC
Cons:
- only USB 2.0, no App2SD, preloaded forced apps, only LTE Cat
- 6, low resolution of the wide-angle lens, ambient light sensor sets the luminance too low, throttling under heavy workloads
10 years ago
New LG G5 Dual SIM 16MP 32GB Smartphone Pink review
The LG G5 stands out from this year's batch of smartphone upgrades in giving us something genuinely new to talk about. Its modular approach, letting you clip in spare batteries and camera packs and speakers, brings a touch of innovation to a market that seems to be leveling out (at least in terms…
10 years ago
Two in one: LG G5 camera review
The LG G5's built-in super wide angle lens and the optional camera grip with a variety of controls earn it some extra points and make it a unique proposition for mobile photographers. Its pixel-level image quality is not among the very best, but exposure and color are good down to very low light levels. The G5's only major drawback is its video mode. It offers very little control over capture and low light footage shows little detail and high noise levels. If that is something you can live with, the LG G5 is an easy recommendation for any mobile photographer.
Pros:
- Mobile still photographers value good control over the image capture process.
Cons:
- Those who are more interested in video capture, or class leading pixel-level still image detail
10 years ago
LG G5 review in-depth
Alongside the Galaxy S7 , the LG G5 is one of the biggest phones (not literally) to launch in 2016 – and we're not just talking in the Android world. It's one of the heavyweights and LG will be looking to set the market alight with the G5's alternative and innovative modular design.
10 years ago
LG G5 Review
Announced last February in Barcelona during the Mobile World Congress, the LG G5 made headlines by being the world's first modular smartphone. Aside from its flagship specs like the 5.3-inch Quad HD IPS Quantum Display, Snapdragon 820 CPU, 4GB RAM, and 16MP camera, it can accommodate modules such as...
Pros:
- * Impressive performance
- * Great display quality
- * Interesting camera setup
- * Modular design
Cons:
- * Un-inspiring design
- * Low battery capacity compared to other flagships
- * Additional modules are expensive
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