New LG X series
LG has announced that in addition to its new LG G5
flagship, it will unveil two new mid-range models at MWC next week. The models
will be called the LG X cam and the LG X screen. While the devices will have
some of the features found on LG's high-end handsets, they are designed
"for customers who do not want or need all the bells and whistles that
come with today's high-end phones."
The LG X cam features a 5.2-inch screen, carrying a 1080
x 1920 resolution. An octa-core 1.14 GHz CPU powers the phone. 2 GB of RAM is
inside, along with 16 GB of native storage. This model sports two rear-facing
cameras. One is 13 MP while the other is 5 MP. A front-facing 8 MP camera takes
selfies and handles video chats. A 2,520 mAh battery keeps the lights on, and Android
6.0 is pre-installed. The LG X cam is extremely light, weighing only 118 grams,
and has an "elegant curved finish on the front." The handset's
thickness ranges from 5.2 mm to 6.9 mm. It will be offered in Titan Silver,
White, Gold and Pink Gold.
The LG X screen features a 4.93-inch In-cell main screen
with a 720 x 1280 HD resolution. A 1.76-inch secondary screen is on top and
shows notifications, time, weather and battery status without having to turn on
the phone. Users will be also able to access their favorite apps from the
screen. This is similar to the secondary screen found on the LG V10, and is
rumored to be included with the LG G5. A quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU drives the model,
which features 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of native storage. Keeping the generator
humming is a 2,300 mAh battery, and Android 6.0 is pre-installed. This model will
be offered in Black, White and Pink Gold.
Both phones were officially introduced on February
22nd, the day after the LG G5 event, and will launch next month in Asia, Europe
and Latin America.
