Today LG invited us to take a look at their latest flagship model the G2, They started off by telling the story behind the device and how did the inspiration behind the design came to be, then they went on to talk about the tones of features this device has packed under the hood, after that they gave us a detailed overview of the impressive specs and I must say, LG has put a lot of work into this device and it turned out to be a pretty awesome device!

The design is pretty cool, very Nexus-like, moving all the buttons to the back did look a bit weird in person though, but unfortunately I didn't get to spend much time with the device and hopefully I'll be writing a bigger piece on the device once I get my hands on a review unite which will be available very soon according to our friends at LG Levant, 

Availability and pricing: The G2 should be available in the Jordanian market by October and it's going to be priced at roughly 500JD (~ $700).

You can find the press release and the full specs sheet right here. So tell us, are you going to buy the LG G2 ?

“LG Electronics” exclusively unveils its New G2 Flagship Smartphone for Representatives of the Media  (Amman, 9 September 2013): "LG Electronics" unveiled its flagship Smartphone the LG G2, deeming it the first handset inspired by the behavior and lifestyle of mobile users around the world. The new model’s technical features were highlighted exclusively for representatives of the local media at a media roundtable briefing event held at the company’s headquarters prior to the G2’s official launch in the local market. The G2 is considered one of LG Electronics exceptional handsets launched within the G brand series. Commenting on the handset launch, Marketing Manager at LG Electronics Levant/ Mobile Department Khalil Sukkar said that the release of the “G2" handset within the Jordanian market, is one that falls in line with the company’s strategy to introduce to the communities it is present in full line ups of innovative and high quality products . In doing so, LG Electronics gives its clients an unmatched opportunity to experience convenient communication and high quality entertainment, thus keeping them on par with their peers in global markets. This in itself is an important step taken towards enhancing its presence in the local market, and allowing it to maintain its competitive edge. Mr. Sukkar further affirmed that the "G2" is a qualitative addition in the world of Smartphones. He made this conclusion based on the model’s innovative design and technical specifications, all of which are inspired by the views and aspirations of Smartphone users and their behavioral pattern of use. The handset demonstrates what LG had learned from its users thus providing an amazing blend of convenient and entertaining experiences in one. Sukkar also pointed out that LG Electronics expects that the new G2 will be met with strong demand in both Jordan’s market and the markets of the region at large. The phone’s sleek design boasts smooth edges, free of buttons. Instead, the buttons are found on the mobile’s rear and below the camera. The dial can control the volume, while the power button can also activate the camera function or run the “QuickNote” application to record notes when pressed for a longer time period. This arrangement makes taking notes and pictures easier than ever before. In addition to its bold and unprecedented design, the G2 phone comes with a KnockON feature that enables the user to switch the phone power on or off with utmost ease and comfort and only by touching the screen twice in a row. Furthermore, the rear key boasts LED lights that enable the user to be informed once he/she receives a notification should the phone be flipped faced down. The G2 operates using an Android 4.2.2 operating system, while boasting a 5.2 inch, 1920x1080 pixels screen enhanced with a user interface technology and IPS high-definition (Full HD), which makes it the slimmest Full HD LCD handset in the world, further featuring ultimate contrast and a brightness of 450 units. The handset’s screen comes at a thickness of 2.65mm and a width that does not exceed 2.7 inches, these figures make it easier to hold in one hand.  It is further enhanced with a GRAM memory in order to reduce energy consumption by 26%, and increase the time of use by 10%. It also boasts the most advanced of Qualcomm processor, the quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor of 2.26 GHz frequency, designed to enable users to view and record video clips and audio files with superior accuracy and better standards of graphics and data transmission combining speed, accuracy and image clarity. The phone is available with a 16 and 32 GB of storage capacity, and a battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh. Furthermore, the G2 comes with two cameras, a front 2.1 mp camera, and a 13MP back Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS), the LG G2 is able to capture clear images even when in motion or in dim lighting. With the ability to take 1080p videos at 60fps, it has set a high bar for other smartphones. In addition, LG G2 offers 24 bit/192kHz Hi-Fi playback that reproduces studio-like quality sound, far superior to a CD. In addition to the advanced unprecedented 24-bit frequency, the G2’s 192 kHz SOUND makes it the first choice for entertainment, as it offers high quality, audio, video, and gaming experiences. LG Electronics added a number of exceptional features in the phone, with the most prominent being the “Answer Me “ feature, designed to allow for automated answering once risen to the user’s ear. The handset also comes with a “Plug & Pop” feature that provides a range of options, features, functions and applications when connecting the headphones or a USB cable to it, and a “QuickMemo” feature which allows for the writing of quick notes, as well as the “Guest Mode” feature that protects users’ privacy. Through it the user can choose what to display for each person using the handset, thus running a locking mode of its own. The handset can also be used as a remote control for home appliances, as it supports infrared technology. The “Slide Aside” feature also enables users to use three fingers on the application to drag to the right, or to save it in the background. Key Specifications: l  Processor: 2.26GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 800 Processor l  Display: 5.2-inch Full HD IPS (1080 x 1920 pixels / 423 ppi) l  Memory: 32GB / 16GB l  RAM: 2GB LPDDR3 800MHz l  Camera: Rear 13.0MP with OIS / Front 2.1MP l  Battery: 3,000mAh l  Operating System: Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 l  Size: 138.5 x 70.9 x 8.9mm l  Colors: Black / White # # # About LG Electronics, Inc. LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 87,000 people working in 113 locations around the world. With 2012 global sales of USD 45.22 billion (KRW 50.96 trillion), LG comprises five business units — Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning & Energy Solution and Vehicle Components — and is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit www.LGnewsroom.com. About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and innovator in mobile communications. With its breakthrough technologies and innovative designs, LG continues to establish a number of benchmarks in the smartphone market, while also helping create a better lifestyle for consumers by delivering a wholly enhanced smartphone experience. As a leader in 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, LG continues its commitment to developing ground-breaking LTE technologies and fulfilling consumer demands with differentiated LTE devices of the highest quality, all of which are based on the company’s wealth of LTE patents and technical knowledge. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.

 Product Specifications 

General	2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
	3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
	4G Network	LTE 900 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600 / 850
	SIM	Micro-SIM
Body	Dimensions	138.5 x 70.9 x 8.9 mm (5.45 x 2.79 x 0.35 in)
	Weight	143 g (5.04 oz)
Display	Type	True HD-IPS + LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
	Size	1080 x 1920 pixels, 5.2 inches (~424 ppi pixel density)
	Multitouch	Yes
	Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Sound	Alert types	Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
	Loudspeaker	Yes
	3.5mm jack	Yes
	Dolby mobile sound enhancement
Memory	Card slot	Available external
	Internal	16/32 GB, 2 GB RAM
Data	GPRS	Class 12 (4+1/3+2/2+3/1+4 slots), 32 - 48 kbps
	EDGE	Class 12
	Speed	HSDPA, 42 Mbps; HSUPA, 21 Mbps; LTE, Cat3, 50 Mbps UL, 100 Mbps DL
	WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot
	Bluetooth	Yes, v4.0 with A2DP, LE
	NFC	Yes
	Infrared port	Yes
	USB	Yes, microUSB v2.0 (SlimPort), USB On-the-go, USB Host
Camera	Primary	13 MP, autofocus, LED flash
	Features	Simultaneous video and image recording, geo-tagging, face detection, optical image stabilization, HDR
	Video	Yes, 1080p@60fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., video stabilization
	Secondary	Yes, 2.1 MP, 1080p@30fps
Features	OS	Android OS, v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
	Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800
	CPU	Quad-core 2.26 GHz Krait 400
	GPU	Adreno 330
	Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS
	Browser	HTML5
	Radio	Stereo FM radio with RDS
	GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support and GLONASS
	Java	Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
	Colors	Black, White
	- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
	- TV-out (via MHL A/V link)
	- SNS applications
	- MP4/DviX/XviD/H.264/H.263/WMV player
	- MP3/WAV/FLAC/eAAC+/AC3/WMA player
	- Photo viewer/editor
	- Document viewer
	- Organizer
	- Voice memo/dial/commands
	- Predictive text input
Battery	Type		Non-removable Li-Po 3000 mAh battery
SAR US	0.50 W/kg (head) 0.69 W/kg (body)		Misc
SAR EU	0.41 W/kg (head) 0.47 W/kg (body)

LG G2: First Impressions [Press Release/Specs]

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