For the price – and potential utility – the LG G8X is shaping up to be a very interesting phone for 2019.
The concept of foldable smartphones is divulged by Samsung, Huawei, and LG. Though, LG has embraced practically different approaches in manufacturing its G8X ThinQ, foldable smartphone. LG has surrendered the complexities of bendable displays with its LG G8X ThinQ smartphone which was launched on November 1st in the US. LG G8X ThinQ has two extra displays which make it a smartphone with a total of three screens. The concept is innovative and arouses curiosity among people.
LG G8X ThinQ is available in the US at an affordable price of $699 (Around £540, AU$1,020). Considering the price of LG G8 ($800), LG G8X is much more affordable and also includes the LG Dual Screen in the package. Foldable smartphones at this price won’t keep customers away from experiencing exciting features.
In mid-November 2019, LG will launch the LG G8X ThinQ to new potential markets, such as Brazil, Japan, Germany, Mexico, Spain, and Turkey. However, still waiting to hear about the launch of the LG G8X ThinQ in the UK or Australia.
LG G8X ThinQ offers fine quality with a dual-screen (6.4-inch OLED screen). It has some nifty features and can be used with a video controller and a large keyboard. One can view photos on two secondary screens while taking a picture from the main display. However, then still feels a tad bland when compared with the killer cameras or upgraded displays coming from other leading phones.
Let’s talk about its feature
LG G8X has an exceptionally powerful processor (Snapdragon 855 chipset) along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of memory (expandable via microSD cards). It has a waterdrop notch and a 2,340×1,080-pixel resolution. LG G8X has two rear cameras, a 12-megapixel main sensor, and a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor, whereas, has a 32-megapixel sensor front camera. Similar to all LG smartphone products, the G8X has a 3.5-mm headphone jack, a quad DAC and stereo speakers. LG G8X with a strong battery backup of a 4,000mAh providers quick 21W charging. Last but not least, dust and water-resistant makes it a superior foldable smartphone at present.
Conclusion
The LG G8X ThinQ’s dual-display gives the ability to multitask and makes the gaming experience more convenient. The water-resistant phone with wireless charging at a low price is making it more preferable. However, the phone is bulky and thick which makes it harder to carry all the time.
The bottom line, the LG G8X is an attractive and competitively priced phone in its own right, and the useful second screen is enticing for those unsure about the more expensive Galaxy Fold.