LG wanted to innovate with its latest flagship phone. And given that it's no longer easy to innovate in the world of smartphones, LG opted for an ecosystem of accessories that take the mobile phone to the next level, called LG Friendssuch as smartphone modules or virtual reality glasses. Well, these will also arrive in April, like the smartphone, although they don't yet have a final price.
At the moment in the United States
It must be said that, for the moment, the release date of the LG G5, but in the United States, not in Europe. However, that's not what's particularly relevant in this case. The launch date in our country will be announced later. The key is that the LG Friends, the smartphone accessories, will be launched at the same time as the phoneAnd it wouldn't be the first time that the phone is presented, the accessories are presented with all the fanfare as if they were a real novelty, then the phone does arrive in stores, but it's impossible to get the accessories.
That won't be the case with the LG G5, as it seems these LG Friends They will arrive alongside the LG G5in a joint launch. Hopefully, the stores will also have the accessories available, and it would be even better if there was a deal where they not only sold the smartphone but also gave away one of these accessories. Something like what Samsung has done with the Galaxy S7 and the Gear VR, and that LG could do it both with the virtual reality glasses, as well as with one of the modules it has presented, or even the camera capable of recording in 360 degrees that it also presented at the Mobile World Congress.
LG officially announced that in In Canada, the G5 will be available for purchase on April 8th.a clear indication of global deployment. Operators such as Rogers, Bell, Telus, Fido, MTS, SaskTel, Eastlink, Videotron and Wind Mobile They consider its availability, with specific promotions such as the module gift LG CAM Plus in certain plans.
Launch price and reservations
For the Spanish market, the brand set a introductory price of 699 euros for the LG G5. Furthermore, those who carried out the Pre-order before the end of March They were able to take an extra battery from 2.800 mAh with hybrid charger and the module LG CAM Pluswhich adds grip, physical controls, and extra battery life. Although Friends prices may vary by market, indicative figures were published in the UK: LG CAM Plus for 69 pounds, LG Hi-Fi Plus for 149 pounds, LG 360 Cam for ÂŁ199 y LG 360 VR for ÂŁ199.
There was also editions and commercial agreements Highlights include the exclusive pink version of the LG G5 available only through Orange for a limited time, accompanied by special sales for customers. These initiatives reinforce the G5's positioning as a modular device that comes with offers integrating key accessories from day one.
LG Friends accessories and compatible modules
- LG CAM Plus: camera module with physical buttons for power, shutter release, recording and zoom control, plus extra 1.200 mAh battery for long photo and video sessions.
- LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O Play: Portable high-fidelity DAC with playback 32-bit/384 kHz, usable as a module or as a standalone DAC via USB with mobile phones and PCs.
- LG 360 CAM: compact camera of 360 degrees with two 13 MP sensors and a 200º wide-angle lens, recording in 2K y 360° audio with 3 microphones; compatible with Street View y YouTube 360.
- LG 360 VR: virtual reality glasses of 118 g that simulate a 130-inch screen at 2 meters, with 639 ppi and compatibility with Google Cardboard content.
- LG Rolling Bot: robotic sphere with camera of 8 SMWi-Fi, microphone, speaker and infrared for home monitoring and device control.
- LG Tone Platinum y H3 by B&O PlayPremium headphones; the H3s stand out for Noise Cancellation and compatibility with the Hi-Fi DAC.
- LG Smart Controller: control for drones which displays real-time video on the G5 and manages device movements.
- LG Friends Manager: G5 exclusive app that detects and configures automatically find nearby Friends accessories.
LG Playground ecosystem for developers
LG boosts Playground to attract developers and companies with ideas for new modules and accessories. To this end, the company organized technical meetings and promised development toolskits and software that make working with G5 connections easier. In addition, the website lgfriends.com It was conceived as a showcase for compatible accessories and new products, with the aim that the ecosystem does not depend solely on LG.
LG G5 specifications and key features
The G5 integrates Snapdragon 820, 4 GB of RAM y 32GB UFS expandable via microSD up to 2 TB. The screen is 5,3″ Quad HD Quantum IPS with mode Always On that barely consumes a 0,8% per hour y Daylight Mode to improve outdoor visibility.
The rear camera combines a standard sensor of 16 SM with a wide-angle lens 8 MP and 135Âş, and the front is of 8 SMIncludes manual mode and stabilization OIS / EIS, video 4K and fast and slow motion options.
In connectivity it offers USB Type-CNFC, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi ac, and a fingerprint reader. The battery is... 2.800 mAh removable to Quick Charge 3.0It comes in colors Silver, Titanium, Gold and Rosewith a metallic finish and modular design.
In any case, the launch of the LG G5, as well as the smartphone's accessories, is expected for beginning of AprilAnd it's very likely the smartphone will arrive in Europe around the same time. We'll see if the dates are finally confirmed. final prices of the mobile accessories, including the photography and audio modules, as well as the virtual reality glasses and the camera capable of recording in 360 degrees.
The LG G5's proposal combines a coordinated launch with a catalog of Friends wideClear pricing and promotions, and a roadmap for developers; a strategy that seeks to differentiate itself with real modularity from day one.
