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LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver

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Bullet Points LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver
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  • - 13,5 cm (5.3") 1440 x 2560 pixels
  • - Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 2,15 GHz
  • - 4 GB 32 GB MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC 2 TB
  • - 4G Single SIM NanoSIM
  • - 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Bluetooth 4.2 Near Field Communication (NFC)
  • - Single camera 16 MP
  • - Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) 2800 mAh
Long product name LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver :
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G5 - 5.3" 2560 x 1440 IPS, GSM / HSPA / LTE, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 (Quad 2.1 GHz), 4GB RAM, 16 MP, NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, A-GPS, Glonass, Android
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LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver:
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Modular Type
Break Free. The changeable module with slide-out battery unleashes a world of unlimited options.

Wide Angle Lens
Get the whole picture! Our eyes can take in a lot, but this camera grabs even more at 135°. Capture a sprawling skyline, a packed stadium concert, or the entire beach, all that your eyes can see plus more.

Magnifying Zoom In and Out
Go Extreme! Zoom out ultra wide (0.5X) for the first time ever on a smartphone. Take a variety of photos and videos from a tight close-up to a vast scene by simply pinching the screen. Just pinch to see it all.

Pop-out Picture
The photo is the frame. Take both a standard and wide angle photo at the same time. Make your picture pop and stand out against 4 photo-frame background effects: Fisheye, B&W, Vignette and Lens blur. Your uploads will always get the thumbs-up & hearts of your followers!

Daylight Mode
A different kind of "Sun" screen. When the sun shines bright, so does the screen. The enhanced IPS Quantum display is brighter, more vivid, and clearer even in outdoor day light.

Always-on Display
Save your thumbs. No more hitting the button to check the time, date, or notifications. With the LG G5, the important stuff is already up and on! Just look.

LG Friends Manager
All together now. With the LG G5's Friends Manager app on, you can connect, interact and play with all your LG friends.

Short summary description LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver:
This short summary of the LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver data-sheet is auto-generated and uses the product title and the first six key specs.

LG G5 H850, 13,5 cm (5.3"), 1440 x 2560 pixels, 4 GB, 32 GB, 16 MP, Silver

Long summary description LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver:
This is an auto-generated long summary of LG G5 H850 13,5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver based on the first three specs of the first five spec groups.

LG G5 H850. Display diagonal: 13,5 cm (5.3"), Display resolution: 1440 x 2560 pixels. Processor frequency: 2,15 GHz, Processor family: Qualcomm Snapdragon, Processor model: 820. RAM capacity: 4 GB, RAM type: LPDDR4, Internal storage capacity: 32 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 16 MP, Rear camera type: Single camera. SIM card capability: Single SIM. Battery capacity: 2800 mAh. Product colour: Silver. Weight: 159 g

Display
Display diagonal *
13,5 cm (5.3")
Panel type
IPS
Display resolution *
1440 x 2560 pixels
Display number of colours
16.78 million colours
Native aspect ratio
16:9
Touch technology
Multi-touch
Display brightness
800 cd/m²
Touchscreen type
Capacitive
Pixel density
554 ppi
Processor
Processor family *
Qualcomm Snapdragon
Processor model *
820
Processor cores
4
Processor frequency *
2,15 GHz
Storage
RAM capacity *
4 GB
RAM type
LPDDR4
Internal storage capacity *
32 GB
Compatible memory cards *
MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Maximum memory card size
2 TB
USB mass storage
Yes
Camera
Rear camera resolution (numeric) *
16 MP
Front camera type *
Single camera
Front camera resolution (numeric) *
8 MP
Rear camera flash *
Yes
Flash type
LED
Maximum frame rate
30 fps
Resolution at capture speed
3840x2160@30fps
Video recording modes
1080p, 2160p
Rear camera type *
Single camera
Auto focus
Yes
Zoom capability
Yes
Face detection
Yes
Video recording
Yes
Geotagging
Yes
Multi-shot
Yes
Self-timer
Yes
Smile detection
Yes
Network
SIM card capability *
Single SIM
Mobile network generation *
4G
SIM card type *
NanoSIM
2G standards
GSM
3G standards *
HSDPA, HSUPA, UMTS
4G standard *
LTE
Wi-Fi *
Yes
Wi-Fi standards
802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth *
Yes
Bluetooth version
4.2
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Yes
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, GAVDP, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, IOPT, MAP, OPP, PAN, SAP
2G bands (primary SIM)
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
4G bands supported
800, 900, 1800, 2100, 2600 MHz
Near Field Communication (NFC)
Yes
Subscription
Subscription type *
No subscription
Ports & interfaces
USB port *
Yes
USB connector type
USB Type-C
USB version
2.0/3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Headphone connectivity
3.5 mm
Messaging
Short Message Service (SMS)
Yes
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
Yes
Instant messaging (IM)
Yes
Messaging
Chat
Yes
E-mail
Yes
Design
Form factor *
Bar
Product colour *
Silver
Performance
Video call
Yes
Fingerprint reader
Yes
Personal info management (PIM)
Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Notes, To-do list
Speakerphone
Yes
Flight mode
Yes
Personalization
Icons, Menu, Shortcuts
Support for contact groups
Yes
Microphone mute
Yes
Themes
Wallpapers
Vibrating alert
Yes
Navigation
Assisted GPS (A-GPS)
Yes
GPS (satellite)
Yes
GLONASS
Yes
Position location *
Yes
Wi-Fi positioning
Yes
Multimedia
FM radio
Yes
Radio Data System (RDS)
Yes
Audio formats supported
AAC, AAC+, AC3, ADPCM, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, FLAC, MIDI, MP3, OGG, OPUS, PCM, WMA, eAAC+
Video formats supported
DIVX, H.263, H.264, MPEG4, VC-1, VP8, VP9, XVID
Call management
Call waiting
Yes
Call divert
Yes
Call hold
Yes
Caller ID
Yes
Conference call
Yes
Speed dialing
Yes
Call timer
Yes
Software
Platform *
Android
App distribution platform
Google Play
Google applications
Google Maps, Google Play, YouTube
Battery
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery capacity *
2800 mAh
Talk time (3G) *
20 h
Standby time (3G) *
380 h
Sensors
Proximity sensor
Yes
Accelerometer
Yes
Ambient light sensor
Yes
Gyroscope
Yes
Orientation sensor
Yes
Barometer
Yes
Weight & dimensions
Width
73,9 mm
Depth
7,7 mm
Height
149,4 mm
Weight *
159 g
Certificates
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified
Yes
Head SAR (EU)
1,185 W/kg
Body SAR (EU)
1,717 W/kg
Packaging content
Quick start guide
Yes
Warranty card
Yes
Battery pack
Yes
Other features
Touchscreen
Yes
Technical details
Colour
Yes
Source Testseek summary Average rating
Reviews
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:13
Uk has collected 618 expert reviews for LG G5 H850 13.5 cm (5.3") Single SIM 4G USB Type-C 4 GB 32 GB 2800 mAh Silver and the average expert rating is 82 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
82%
Source Review comments Score
expertreviews.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:30
They all said it couldn't be done. There was simply no way you could have a smartphone with a full metal unibody and an interchangeable battery – it just wasn't possible. HTC hasn't managed it with the HTC 10 , and even Samsung couldn't bring it back for...
Bottom line UI flaws aside, there's no denying that the G5 is an incredibly ambitious device from LG, and it's by far the most unique smartphone I've ever tested. Initially, I had my doubts over whether departing from the G4's handsome leather looks was a wise move...
100%
itwire.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:36
LG's new G5 flagship takes its offerings to a new high – it is an amazing piece of kit that any high-end buyer should seriously consider.The year 2016 is one of innovation in Android "glass slabs" – and each major brand has showcased its best technology i...
Bottom line ‘Twas but a cigarette paper between them' describes the LG G5 and its flagship competitors. The module concept is interesting but not a reason to buy unless you plan to use it. The performance is top-drawer, and battery life is fine. The camera is very...
0%
thunderbaylive.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:36
When the LG G5 and Galaxy S7 go head to head, which one comes out on top?Read more on TechnoBuffalo.com: LG G5 Review: Galaxy S7 Review: S7 Edge Review: Slickwraps: More tech goodness: Our video gear: Deals: Follow us! Twitter: Facebook: Instagram:...
0%
itpro.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:36
Google's ' Project Ara ' concept - a modular smartphone that users can customise based on their needs - has been eagerly awaited by tech fans. The LG G5, however, may have beaten it to the punch. The latest device from Korean manufacturer LG, which Googl...
Good Clever dual cameras, Fast, Modular design has potential, Good screen quality...
Bad Soso screen brightness, Modular expansion may not pan out...
Bottom line Question marks hang over this phone's modular capabilities, but that aside this is still a high quality smartphone with plenty to recommend it...
100%
smartoffice.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:38
I am currently in Asia and what I find is that it takes several weeks of use, to really get to know whether a device is going to stack up to the robust demands that one expects today from devices that are getting thinner, lighter and are packed with a lot...
0%
channelnews.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:38
I have spent the last month using the new LG G5, both in Australia and during two overseas trips. I am currently in Asia and what I find is that it takes several weeks of use, to really get to know whether a device is going to stack up to the robust deman...
Bottom line The first question you have to ask yourself is what do you want out of a smartphone, if making calls, managing contacts and emails and getting easy access to social networks and apps is what you want the G5 delivers. It also has the best camera in a smart...
0%
gadgetguy.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:49
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?LG has come up with some interesting smartphones over the past decade, but...
Good 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 mor...
Bad 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; Chan...
Bottom line It's hard to deny that LG's G5 is one of the more interesting phones we've seen in a long time, but is it the best of 2016? That we're not sure about.There are certainly some interesting features here, and mixed with a whole heap of customisability, it's...
80%
eurogamer.net
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:49
The G5's gimmick is that it boasts a modular design, allowing the user to add special units - whimsically referred to by LG as "Friends" - to the bottom of the handset, augmenting it with additional features which, on any other device, would require an en...
Bottom line Watch Dogs 2 walkthrough and guide A guide to the many activities in the open-world sequel.With Samsung's recent resurgence and increased competition from its Android rivals, LG has had to do something different with its 2016 flagship, and while the dalli...
0%
theguardian.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:50
The LG G5 is the South Korean company's latest flagship Android smartphone that tries to be different to the competition, with a modular design and power-user features.The G5 is LG's first metal flagship smartphone with an aluminium body and curved glass...
Good modular design, great cameras, good screen, replaceable battery, microSD card slot, USBC...
Bad slightly less than premium build, battery life not the best, fingerprint scanner not quite as good as some...
Bottom line 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.The cameras are great fun, it h...
80%
techguide.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:50
Standing out from the crowd in the competitive smartphone market is tough but LG has managed to do just that with its new G5 device and its interesting modular design.This was the company, after all, that had the courage to put all of its smartphone's but...
Good Excellent display, impressive dual lens camera, fast processor, modular design, fast battery charging...
Bad Not many module choices, no "hot swapping" of modules, bloated user interface, no app drawer...
Bottom line The LG G5 is an impressive smartphone with an excellent camera and solid performance. The decision to make it modular does open up the possibilities for customers and provides a way to get even more out of the device...
80%
cybershack.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:51
As it stands, LG's G5 is easily the year's most interesting smartphone. LG has never had a problem innovating when it comes to smartphone design - the G3 and G4 were both great smartphones that pushed design and camera technology - but the G5 sees the com...
Good Incredible main camera, Wide-angle camera is a lot of fun, Innovative design...
Bad Dim, washed out screen, Modular Friends are niche at best at the moment, Finish prone to wear...
80%
whistleout.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:52
The LG G5 is one of the first genuinely interesting flagships to be released in years. It's the first “modular type” smartphone, in that the chin can be swapped out for a couple of optional add-ons that improve either your sound or camera experience, resp...
Bottom line The LG G5 is a good phone, but it doesn't quite seem like enough to justify over something like the Galaxy S7. The physical design is lacking, the default UI is simplified beyond usefulness, and its main feature – the modules – are optional, added-cost ex...
80%
Theinquirer.net
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:52
IN A WORLD of similarly-specced smartphone, LG could easily have ushered in 2016 by making its latest flagship handset, the LG G5, just another also-ran. The LG G5 stands out, if only for its experiments in modular design and impressive wide-angle camera...
Good Modular design, wide-angle camera, removable battery, customisable software, attractive price...
Bad Not metal all over, modular design is a blessing and a curse, so-so battery life...
Bottom line The LG G5 is never going to win prizes for good looks, but it excels in quirky innovation with a modular design and dual rear-facing cameras...
70%
ausdroid.net
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:53
LG have made a great handset, and while the battery life could be better, it's still impressive. It's hard to flaw the handset itself, regardless of what others might say about the modular concept.LG have a reputation to live up to, having produced what w...
Bottom line How, then, do we wrap up LG's G5?First and foremost, I was worried. I had used the G5 in Barcelona back in February, and loved it on first glance. Then, I had read a number of reviews by overseas reviewers which weren't exactly glowing. I'm not afraid to...
86%
v3.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 02:59:56
In a world of similarly-specced smartphones LG could easily have ushered in 2016 by making the G5 just another also-ran. The LG G5 stands out, if only for its experiments in modular design and impressive wide-angle camera, but it's a bit of a risk. Desi...
Good Modular design, wide-angle camera, removable battery, customisable software, attractive price...
Bad Not metal all over, modular design is a blessing and a curse, so-so battery life...
Bottom line The LG G5 is never going to win prizes for good looks, but it excels in quirky innovation with a modular design and dual rear-facing cameras (one of which is wide-angle)...
60%
gizmodo.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:06
They say you can't have your cake and eat it too, but when it comes to smartphones, we all want more functionality, while expecting the hardware to keep getting thinner. With the G5, LG believes it's found a way to meet those expectations by adding functi...
0%
dailystar.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:09
DSWhen LG launched its G4 smartphone last year Daily Star Online was left thoroughly unimpressed.This phone was about as bland as boiled rice and, although it had a great screen and camera, we found it impossible to recommend.Now LG is back with their lat...
Bottom line The G5 is bold move from LG and they have to be congratulated.No-one else is making a device that can be customised at a touch of button and for pure innovation we'd love to give LG top marks – but we can't.Although it's a neat idea we're not quite sure i...
80%
T3.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:09
For the first time in a while, everyone was very excited when LG announced the G5 earlier this year at MWC . It's been ages since a big smartphone manufacturer has done something different and innovative.How has LG stirred things up? With a semi-modular d...
Good Genuinely innovative, Great camera, Removable battery...
Bad Accessories are a gimmick, Build doesn't match rivals...
Bottom line I like the LG G5 a lot, it's a real joy to use. Not because it's a perfect smartphone, but because it's innovative. If you want a ‘stand out' smartphone to make a geeky statement, the G5 is it. The modular design is interesting, and the ability to...
80%
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:09
I never thought I'd write this about any phone, but the LG G5 just feels a bit desperate. It feels rushed. It feels like LG's designers were locked in a room, working on what could be a very good phone, and then someone bolted out the door Leeroy Jenkins-...
Bottom line The innovative features are flawed to one degree or another, casting a dark shadow on a phone that otherwise does have a lot of offer...
70%
techadvisor.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:09
Samsung, LG and HTC have each now unveiled their flagship Android phones for 2016, and it looks to be a closer-fought battle than ever before as to which phone comes out on top. In this article we explain the main differences between each phone. HTC 10 vs...
Bottom line We won't give our final verdict until we've thoroughly tested the HTC 10. However, it's clear each phone has its advantages. You might like the LG G5, with its modular design, generous display size and removable battery. Alternatively, the more compact Ga...
0%
techadvisor.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:09
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 an...
Bottom line The LG G5 is one of the most radical phones to come along in a while and we're glad the firm has shaken things up with the modular design. The G5 is innovative and interesting with unique features but it's a shame the design and build feels unfinished in...
90%
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:10
All you folks who miss having a replaceable battery in your high-end smartphone, your ride is here.LG's new flagship, the LG G5 , has as its signature feature a slide-out replaceable battery. It's not the only interesting thing about the phone, but it's t...
Bottom line No-contract pricing of the G5 will vary depending on carrier. AT&T charges $689; T-Mobile, $630; Verizon, $624 and Sprint, $576. This is roughly what you'd expect to pay for a top-tier phone. Various contract pricings will also be available, depending...
0%
mobilesyrup.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:10
It's April and not only is there still snow on the ground in Toronto, but Canadian consumers have a new pair of smartphones to check out in the recently released Galaxy S7 edge and the soon-to-be-released LG G5 .With no flagship phones set to come out in...
0%
mobilechoiceuk.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:10
Not very, is the answer. If you have seen the YouTube video where a blogger peeled off the blink-and-you-miss-it metal foil over the resoundingly plastic body of the G5, you will know what I mean. Phones are being bought and sold based on their premium lo...
Good Modular design, accessories available, fantastic camera, alwayson display...
Bad Build quality iffy, accessories pricey, modular concept needs to be fleshed out...
Bottom line If you are one of those people who love the zaniest, whackiest piece of tech and call yourself an early adopter, then the G5 is for you. The modular design doesnt do enough and even though the phone is sold on the premise of its friends, the availabil...
90%
mobilesyrup.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:10
Even though we weren't particularly impressed with LG's G5 , it looks like the phone is a resounding success in its home of South Korea, at least at launch.According to the Korea Herald , LG sold 15,000 G5's in its first day of sales, a number significant...
0%
goodhousekeeping.co.uk
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:10
The LG G5 is a 5.3in Android smartphone that comes with a 16MP rear camera as well as an 8MP wide-angle rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. Unlike other smartphones however, the LG G5 is modular which means you can attach optional extra to improve...
Good Superfast when it comes to opening apps and surfing the web, Great camera features for selfie lovers such as the ability to take a photo by speaking world like cheese or smile, or even face detection mode that activates the shutter when it sees a face as...
Bad The rear of the smartphone doesn't have the same premium feel as some smartphones, Only available in one relatively small amount of storage capacity...
Bottom line The LG G5 is one of the best perfoming Android smartphones we've seen, and if having an excellent camera on your smartphone is a priority then this is the ideal handset for you. The LG G5 takes sharp and clear pictures, even in low light and we love the W...
90%
mobilesyrup.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:11
It's hard not to admire what LG has attempted to accomplish with the G5.In many ways, the company needed to do something big with its latest flagship offering. While the G4 was an impressive upgrade over its immediate predecessor, it failed to gain tracti...
Good Camera is impressive, especially secondary wide-angle shooter, Metallic body is a welcome shift for LG, Always-on display is customizable, Modular port could evolve into something great...
Bad Design looks "unfinished", Strange software quirks, Build quality and value of Cam Plus is questionable, Unclear how many modular accessories will be released...
0%
Digitaltrends.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:12
LG is facing a gigantic challenge in 2016. It's launching directly against the Samsung Galaxy S7 , a phone that improves on an already excellent platform to become an incredibly accomplished smartphone. To combat Samsung and the omnipresent iPhone, LG has...
Good Modular design with replaceable battery, Sleek metal body, Amazing camera, More than enough power, Considerable potential for the future...
Bad Future potential has yet to be realized, Battery life is weak, Modules are hard to connect...
Bottom line The amount of work, thought, effort, and commitment that has gone into creating the G5 is astonishing. While other brands are accused of coasting along with endless rehashes of previously successful handsets, LG has come out with something that drives t...
80%
canadianreviewer.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:12
The LG G5 is more than a flagship smartphone, it is an entire platform for creating, sharing and enjoying digital content. LG really dug in deep to create not just a powerful, attractive and multifunctional smartphone that most users would love to use and...
0%
pocket-lint.com
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:12
LG has its foot firmly on the gas. Its G5 flagship totally shake-ups the top-end phone market by introducing a module-based design so that additional accessory units can be added for new features and operation. But while that's a fun feature - one that m...
Good Really good camera, plenty of power on board for slick experience, modules make a point of difference unlike the competition, decent Quad HD screen with at-a-glance always-on feature...
Bad Not great battery life, design looks plasticky, modules impact design and we can't seem them catching on, fingerprint scanner small and less receptive than some competitors...
Bottom line The LG G5 is a flagship that's going to split the crowd; it's certainly had us bouncing from pillar and post. That module-based design is such a radical shake-up of the flagship market that we want to be excited, we really do, but we're just not. Be...
80%
pcauthority.com.au
Updated:
2016-10-23 03:00:12
Smartphones are enjoying a mid-life crisis at the moment: the trouble is they're all too good. If anyone can walk into a phone store and pick up a fantastic handset at random, then how is one device meant to stand out above the fray? Sure, you can make...
Bottom line The LG G5 is a fantastic and unique smartphone. And it's only going to be better once you stick a module in it...
100%
goodgearguide.com.au
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
Samsung Galaxy S7If CES is the party deck of the mobile technology world, Mobile World Congress is the engine room. It's where the world's carriers meet infrastructure vendors and telecom ministers, and Very Serious Business takes place. Handset makers fr...
Bottom line Three big companies, three flagship phones, three very different target markets and design theories.The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge are the most ambitious. The company is both aiming at the general smartphone market as it's evolved and ho...
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mobilesyrup.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
With smartphone sales consistently waning over the last few years, LG and Samsung have adopted two decidedly different strategies when it comes to vying for consumer attention at Mobile World Congress 2016 in Barcelona.One is safe, iterative, and will lik...
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3g.co.uk
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
LG has pulled out all the stops for the LG G5 , delivering a phone that's not only more powerful and stylish than the LG G4 but packed full of never before seen features.From its innovative dual-lens camera to its unique accessory slot and all the core fe...
Good Accessory slot, Dual-lens camera, Great screen...
Bad Dull design, Sure to be expensive, Battery could be bigger...
Bottom line The LG G5 is an exciting phone that chooses both innovation and specs. LG could do with a little more flair for design, but the G5 offers things that no other phone does...
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techradar.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
The LG G5 is a massive change from the manufacturer - gone is the confusing leather in favor of a full metal body, yet keeps fan favorite features like a removable battery and microSD card.That's a big deal because Samsung disappointed a vocal minority a...
Good A full metal design, Wide angle rear camera, Neat always, on display...
Bad Uninspiring look, No more app drawer, Always, on screen is a battery drain...
Bottom line The LG G5 plants a new flag in the company's flagship phone series, with a metal design, side-mounted buttons and a brand new always-on display. Just don't look for the flashiest device or some of the best features from the LG V10...
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whathifi.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
LG's latest phone announcement hasn't been short of leaks and internet whisperings, but now it's finally here, it certainly seems like it's been worth the wait. With a new look, innovative modular design, interesting dual-lens camera and powerful Qualcomm...
Good Great picture, Great sound (with Hi-Fi Plus module), Superb camera, Expandable memory, Removable battery...
Bad Lackadaisical sound without Hi-Fi Plus module...
Bottom line The LG G5 is a fantastic bit of kit. It's not as slick as the Samsung Galaxy S7, but it is just as capable. And we give LG full marks for innovation. That camera is a joy to use, and the modular components are a brilliant idea that we hope will get more a...
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trustedreviews.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
LG G5 Hands-on – LG ups the design stakes with its latest flagship LG's flagships have been some of my favourite phones over the last few years. They manage to combine excellent specs and oodles of features with an attractive price. Where previous LG G ph...
Good Lovely screen, Great wide-angle camera, USB-C fast charging...
Bad Dodgy build quality, Software is on the ugly side, Expensive modules...
Bottom line LG G5 – Battery Life 2,800mAh (removable), Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, USB Type-C The battery life on the LG G5 is good. Not phablet good, but it managed to easily last the day with about 10% remaining when I plugged it in before bed. The 2,800mAh battery...
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Theinquirer.net
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
In fairness to LG, it's probably right. In a bid to stand out from the crowd and prove that not all smartphones nowadays are "boring," the LG G5 features a modular design which as well as well as offering access to the battery, allows for additional modul...
Bottom line The LG G5 isn't the best-looking smartphones on the market, but it's hard to argue with LG when it claims it's the most exciting handset out there right now. We've long been promised a modular smartphone at LG is the first to make the upgradable smartphon...
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techradar.com/au/
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2016-10-23 03:00:12
The LG G5 is a massive change from the manufacturer - gone is the confusing leather in favor of a full metal body, yet keeps fan favorite features like a removable battery and microSD card.That's a big deal because Samsung disappointed a vocal minority...
Good A full metal design, Wide angle rear camera, Neat alwayson display...
Bad Uninspiring look, No more app drawer, Alwayson screen is a battery drain...
Bottom line The LG G5 plants a new flag in the company's flagship phone series, with a metal design, side-mounted buttons and a brand new always-on display. Just don't look for the flashiest device or some of the best features from the LG V10...
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mobilesyrup.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:13
For LG, Mobile World Congress is an open table to gamble and take a shot at winning a larger pot. And its main card to play is the G5, a revamped iteration of its flagship line that brings newfound modularity to a smartphone.It can be argued momentum is o...
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digitalspy.com
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2016-10-23 03:00:13
LG has finally done it. After years of adding desirable features to its high-end handsets, it's now paired its flagship phone smarts with a design that's worthy of greatness. Enter the LG G5.Don't let its sleek metallic style fool you though, this isn't j...
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ausdroid.net
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2016-11-02 06:18:22
My very first impressions, on seeing the G5 launch in Barcelona, was that LG was onto something here. The phone itself is striking, and yet perhaps understated. It doesn't ooze glitz like Samsung's Galaxy S7 range, and I think that's a good thing — it's m...
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mobilesyrup.com
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2016-11-03 03:45:20
What do you do when your main competition in your country of origin is beating you in every metric that counts? You try to be bold and do something different. That's the LG G5 , in a nutshell — a device that aimed to reorient what a smartphone could be, e...
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jamonline.ph
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
A new designOne of the things that I noticed when I saw the leaked photos of this smartphone before it was even announced is that this smartphone doesn't look really good but in personal, the LG G5 isn't actually that bad. For some people, they might even...
Bottom line There are plenty of flagships smartphones that you can get in the market and right now and if you're looking for a smartphone with the best processing power and smartphone that you always want to use for Instagram and some mobile photography then you migh...
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gadgetpilipinas.net
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
I've been using the LG G5 as a daily driver for a month now. I've got much to say about LG's latest flagship, and I must admit that writing this review isn't as easy as reviewing other smartphones. Do not expect this as a quick review or some sort, but a...
Bottom line I have to salute LG for paving the way to modular Android smartphones. LG, in my opinion, did not start a new ecosytem however; it enabled a microcosm that will allow the company to play around and see if this modular strategy works.LG has proven itself t...
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techpatrl.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
One hundred twenty days after the official arrival of LG G5 in the country, and are now ready to share our thoughts about how brave the brand to disrupt the industry by introducing a modular Android device. We present to you the LG G5 Review.But our real...
Bottom line It is not a bad phone. All the bashing are connected to the change implemented by LG to the G5. The metal finish that looks like plastic is the only thing I noticed that should not be repeated in the next flagship. The heating issue can be resolved I supp...
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unbox.ph
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
While many of its rivals decided to simply iterate this year, Korean company LG went the opposite route. Instead of tacking a few new features, tweaking their design language and calling it a day, LG binned the design that they've gone with for two years...
Bottom line So, at the end of the day is the LG G5 a good flagship phone? Yes, absolutely, though not because of the Korean company's modular promise. The biggest problem for the G5 is the availability of the accessories and the accompanying “friends” that make the d...
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yugatech.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
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 16...
Good Impressive performance, Great display quality, Interesting camera setup, Modular design...
Bad Un-inspiring design, Low battery capacity compared to other flagships, Additional modules are expensive...
Bottom line In an age where every other smartphone looks and performs almost the same, it's very hard to distinguish one flagship from the next. LG's approach with the G5 is quite interesting and a first of many. The modular design offers a slew of possibilities and...
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yugatech.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:40
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 16...
Good Impressive performance, Great display quality, Interesting camera setup, Modular design...
Bad Un-inspiring design, Low battery capacity, Additional modules are expensive...
Bottom line In an age where every other smartphone looks and performs almost the same, it's very hard to distinguish one flagship from the next. LG's approach with the G5 is quite interesting and a first of many. The modular design offers a slew of possibilities and...
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hardwarezone.com.my
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
The LG G5 succeeds the LG G4 in an unorthodox manner. It stole the show at MWC 2016 with its modular design and metal unibody build, and being one of the first flagship smartphones to tout the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC, coupled with 4GB RAM. Beyo...
Good Powerful Snapdragon 820 processor, Gorgeous QHD display, Removable battery, Lightweight, Useful cameras...
Bad Limited modular attachments, Modular type design not hot-swappable, Lackluster battery performance...
Bottom line LG's journey to reinvent the flagship smartphone ended up inviting more questions than answers. LG did successfully build a phone with a metal body and removable battery, and the care taken in its blend of materials has ensured its physical attractiveness...
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technave.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
Look no further if you want to watch a standard LG G5 torture test. This video will go through a bend test, scratch test and burn test where JerryRigEverything tests it out himself.Despite the premium metallic look, it doesn't feel like metal at all due t...
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hardwarezone.com.ph
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
LG has just unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the LG G5. As a flagship smartphone, the LG G5 features the latest hardware packed within a sleek metal aluminum uni-body design. The LG G5 feels light and comfortable in hand, measuring just 149.4 x 73...
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technave.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
So just in case you missed the trash talk by LG at Samsung on Twitter (which was taken down already) during the first day of MWC 2016, initially, we wanted to do a comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S7 and LG G5 to see which one is better. That was unt...
Bottom line So far, the Mi 5 seems to be beaten down by the other two because it lacks a lot of cool stuff. But it's still not a bad device. Besides, if you know Xiaomi's reputation of having affordable phones, that's where the Mi 5 finally shines. In Chinese currenc...
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pinoytechblog.com
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
This year's Mobile World Congress has just kicked off, but already it's looking to be a heated battle between two South Korean giants who are going toe-to-toe with their newly-launched smartphones, the LG G5 and Samsung Galaxy S7.Here's a quick look at th...
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hungrygeeks.ph
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2016-11-23 11:55:41
The successor to the LG G4 is a reality with the LG G5!The LG G5 looks to have a different design philosophy from it's predecessors. The South Korean phone maker now gives it's newest flagship a full uni-metal body, and a flat back surface in contrast to...
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crowdedbrain.co.uk
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2016-11-25 06:54:29
Recently I had delivery of an LG G5 Android 6.0.1 smartphone from Vodafone, as I wanted to check-out the 4K capabilities of the handset to record footage from my Hisense TV .For the most part, regardless of its strengths and weaknesses the LG G5 has one o...
Bottom line I have to admit I've still enjoyed using the LG G5 and on-contract the price is no-where near that of the iPhones and yet you are getting a lot of features for your money! More i'd admit on the camera front (which is superb) and the phone's general perfor...
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wovow.org
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2016-12-22 20:49:10
The G5 not only is the new top of the range of LG but it is also the first truly modular smartphone on the market, and also has a double rear lens.With G5, LG leaves the body in the skin in the back over in favor of an all-metal body that matches the orig...
Bottom line Ultimately, LG G5 could be much more, but for now, it is not up to its competitors, even with its modules (perhaps because sold separately). The features are the first in the category and the modules are an interesting innovation (Google is still developi...
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gadgetsmagazine.com.ph
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2017-02-02 03:03:16
The LG G5 isn't a bad-looking phone any stretch, though coming off the heels of the absolutely gorgeous LG G4, it's a little on the plain side. The G5 gives up the straight lines and corners we saw in the previous LG flagship, for a more curvy design r...
Good Innovative modular design, Great hardware, Great camera...
Bad Not enough modular addons available at the moment...
Bottom line It might not be the modular dream you've been waiting for yet, but it's a step in the right direction...
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knowyourmobile.com
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2017-02-17 01:49:00
Look, there's no nice way of saying it, but in 2016 LG and the LG G5 continued to pretty much play second-fiddle to Samsung. This is a pretty frustrating thing to observe, however, as by thi...
Good Excellent Camera, Great Design, Modular Aspect Has Potential, Excellent Performance, Great Battery Life, All Metal Design With Zero Antenna Bands...
Bad Modular Aspect Feels A Little Beta At Present, Switching Modules Is Clunky...
Bottom line A lot of people seem non-plussed by the G5; some even claim it looks boring and lacks the charm of last year's model. I 100% disagree with this sentiment — the G5 is a vastly superior device to what came before. It has enough new features, attributes and...
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knowyourmobile.com
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2017-04-09 01:47:56
The LG G6 has been launched at MWC 2017 and is now in the pre-order stage, ready to hit the market very soon indeed. It's stacking up to be one of the best smartphones LG has ever produced a...
Good Excellent Camera, Great Design, Modular Aspect Has Potential, Excellent Performance, Great Battery Life, All Metal Design With Zero Antenna Bands...
Bad Modular Aspect Feels A Little Beta At Present, Switching Modules Is Clunky...
Bottom line The moment I saw the LG G5 at MWC 2016 I knew it was something special. And not just because of its modular aspect, although that was certainly an eye-catching feature. No, for the most part I like what LG stands for, what it's all about — pushing the bou...
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newsrule.com
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2017-05-10 02:44:47
Fun dual camera, modular disenyo, mabilis na processor at malaking screen ay pinilas sa pamamagitan ng build kalidad at buhay ng baterya na hindi pa kasing gandaAng artikulong ito na may pamagat na “LG G5 pagsusuri: kaibigan isang mahusay na gumagamit na...
Good modular disenyo, mahusay na kamera, magandang screen, maaaring palitan baterya, puwang ng microSD card, USB-C...
Bad bahagyang mas mababa sa premium build, buhay ng baterya hindi ang pinakamahusay na, fingerprint scanner hindi pa kasing ganda ng ilang...
Bottom line Ang LG G5 ay isang kawili-wiling eksperimento. Its modular slot sa ibaba ng telepono humahawak potensyal na, ngunit pinaghihinalaan ko ito ay hindi kailanman napuno. Ito ay hindi payagan ang mga gumagamit upang palitan ang baterya habang nagbibigay pa rin...
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devontechsupport.com
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2017-05-13 10:16:05
Update: The LG G5, not to be forgotten, is in our hands in prototype form. We updated our first impressions of the Android phone, but the full review awaits.The LG G5 is a massive change from the manufacturer – doing away with the confusing leather in fav...
Bottom line The LG G5 has a plain look, side-mounted volume buttons, a fingerprint sensor and a 5.3-inch display, making it like the metal version of the Nexus 5X with an extra tenth of an inch. That's okay, because LG also built the Nexus 5X and it was a great phone...
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gizmodo.co.uk
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2017-05-14 09:59:39
They say you can't have your cake and eat it too, but when it comes to smartphones, consumers want more functionality, while expecting the hardware to keep getting thinner. With the G5, LG believes it's found a way to meet those expectations by adding fun...
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gizmodo.co.uk
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2017-05-14 09:59:39
The LG G5 is one of the most unusual flagship Android smartphones we've ever seen. Centred around a modular component design, it's a risky move in a phone market dominated by mostly-iterative annual roll outs of the iPhone and Samsung Galaxy lines. It's...
Bottom line While the jury is out on the Friends, I really like what I've seen of the LG G5 so far. It feels lovely in the hand, is super-zippy to use, and has a great camera. The battery life is certainly “good enough” for all but the most demanding of users (and ma...
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techadvisor.co.uk
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2017-07-06 06:18:06
Yesterday LG unveiled its G6 2017 flagship, but what's the difference between LG G5 and LG G6? We explain the LG G6 new features. LG G5 vs LG G6. Also see: Best phones 2017 Pricing has not yet been announced for the LG G6, so for now we are merely compar...
Bottom line The battery isn't removable and it no longer supports Friends (oh no). In every other respect the LG G6 is a big and bold upgrade over the LG G5, and we'd say it's by far the better phone. However, we'll know more when we've had it into our Test Centre fo...
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eftm.com.au
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2017-09-20 02:31:56
In Barcelona earlier this year when the LG G5 was announced as LG's flagship device for 2016 there was an air of excitement because they'd done a couple of “new” things and when you get this far into the development of a product like a smartphone there mi...
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alphr.com
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2018-03-16 10:57:33
LG's flirtation with modular design didn't last long. The LG G6 is out in the wild, as is the LG V30, and both dispense with the LG G5's modular design. If you want to get hold of an LG G5 now, you'll need to do so from a third party as a SIM free offer...
Bottom line The LG G5 is one of the most interesting smartphones I've seen since the days of the LG Optimus 3D, and for that, I find myself predisposed to liking it. The trouble with the G5 is that, although ingenious, I'm not convinced it's enough to get consumers t...
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cgmagonline.com
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2018-04-26 17:44:58
It's time to pop back into the world of high-end flagship phones, and this review will discuss the LG G5. This is a damn good phone that holds its own against this year's tough competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the HTC 10. The solid camera and i...
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