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LG G6 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Preview [Screenshots]

LG G6 Official Android 8.0 Oreo [Screenshots]
LG is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Software update for the LG G6, but it seems that few lucky user living in Korea already got their hands on with the latest Official Android 8.0 Oreo Preview for the LG G6.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, LG has add several new features to the LG UI.


The user reports that there's new app shortcut menu which shows the notifications after a long press. The update also increases app opening speed, and reduces power consumption.

LG is all set to roll out official Oreo update to LG G6 users. Other LG Smartphones might follow the same soon. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Preview for LG G6.



LG Nexus 5 gets Android 8.0 Oreo via Custom ROM

LG Nexus 5 gets Android 8.0 Oreo via Custom ROM
Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started. Google has already updated the eligible Pixel and Nexus devices to the latest Android OS.


We all know that the Nexus 5 won't be getting Android Oreo Update Officially. But you can now Install the latest Android 8.0 Oreo Unofficially via Custom ROM. Developer "amaces" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo Unlegacy Android Project (AOSP) for the Nexus 5. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.).

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the Lineage OS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Nexus 5 Hammerhead. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.
Download Nexus 5 Hammerhead

Direct Download: Unlegacy Android Project

Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps


LG K7i is the World's First Mosquito Repellent Phone

LG K7i is the World's First Mosquito Repellent Phone
LG India today announced World's first Mosquito Repellent Smartphone during the ongoing Indian Mobile Congress in New Delhi. 

LG K7i features a new 'mosquito away technology' that only uses the sound wave to keep mosquitoes at bay. LG says mosquito away is a silent, odourless, invisible, and a perfectly user-friendly technology. Additionally, LG also assures that its new K7i smartphone does not emit any harmful radiation and its selected ultrasonic frequency is safe for humans.

Specs wise, the K7i sports a 5-inch FWVGA display, 8MP rear and 5MP selfie shooter, Unknown quad-core processor with 2GB RAM, 16GB onboard storage and microSD card support. The smartphone runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is backed by a 2500mAh battery.

You also get normal back cover, Mosquito Away cover along with Mosquito Away Stand. The LG K7i will be available in a brown color variant across retail stores at Rs 7,990.

LG Q6 is Now Available for Purchase in India

LG today announced the LG Q6 in India. The Q smartphones will be the first LG Smartphones with FullVision display following the LG G6. The Q series boasts premium specs and design at exceptional price points. 


The LG Q6 carries a 100-degree wide angle selfie camera that a allows shutterbugs to include a large group of friends and family in the shot without effort. The camera’s improved LG UX 6.0 takes full advantage of the 18:9 aspect ratio of the FullVision display. Note that you won't get a fingerprint sensor with the LG Q6.

“The LG Q6 is a blend of premium features, great performance and attractive pricing, a combination that is extremely important to us as we look at the way consumers are using smartphones around the world,” said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The Q series is our way of getting the superb experiences with the essence of the LG’s premium line-ups to more consumers’ hands and pockets.”

With LG Q6 you get a Snapdragon 435 Processor, 5.5-inch 18:9 FHD+ FullVision Display, 13MP Standard Angle / Front 5MP Wide Angle, 3,000mAh non-removable battery, Android 7.1.1 Nougat with LG UX on the top.


You can purchase the LG Q6 in India for INR 14,990 from the below Amazon Link.

LG Q6: Platinum | Black

LG Q6 with 18:9 FullVision Display India launch set for August 10: Price and Availability

LG is now all set to announce the LG Q6 with 18:9 FullVision Display in India. The device will be announced on August 10 and is going to be Amazon Exclusive.

LG teases the price of this device as ₹1_,990. Let us know your guess about the pricing in the below comment section.

Also Read: LG announces LG Q6, Q6+, and Q6a (Specs and other details)

LG G4 gets Android 7.0 Nougat update!

A few months ago the South Korean tech giant LG promised that Android 7.0 Nougat will be available for the V10 in the second half of this year and the G4 in the third quarter.

It seems that LG has now started pushing the Android 7.0 Nougat Software update to the LG G4 earlier than planned. However, the availability is only limited to the company's home country of South Korea. 


The update can be downloaded via the LG Bridge app. You can also Install the update manually via sideloading KDZ files available for the F500S, F500L, F500K models.

For now, there's no information on when LG will start rolling out the update through OTA. We will let you know once it's available.

Download KDZ Files: XDA

Check out LG Q6 Design Video

Check out LG Q6 Design Video
Earlier today,  LG announced three new LG Q6 Smartphones, which is a part of its new Q series. The Q smartphones will be the first LG Smartphones with FullVision display following the LG G6.

The LG Q6 features premium design and eye-catching FullVision display. While we have only seen the images of the handsets, LG has now released new video that reveal the design of the LG Q6 in all its glory.

LG Announces LG Q6 with FullVision Display, Available August

 LG today announced three new LG Q6 Smartphones, which is a part of its new Q series. The Q smartphones will be the first LG Smartphones with FullVision display following the LG G6.

The Q series boasts premium specs and design at exceptional price points. The Q6 family consists of the Q6+, Q6 and Q6α. The three variants differs only in terms of memory and storage: the Q6+ comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of ROM, the base Q6 delivers 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage and the most affordably-priced Q6α comes with 2GB RAM and 16GB of ROM.


The LG Q6 carries a 100-degree wide angle selfie camera that a allows shutterbugs to include a large group of friends and family in the shot without effort. The camera’s improved LG UX 6.0 takes full advantage of the 18:9 aspect ratio of the FullVision display. Note that you won't get a fingerprint sensor with the LG Q6.

“The LG Q6 is a blend of premium features, great performance and attractive pricing, a combination that is extremely important to us as we look at the way consumers are using smartphones around the world,” said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The Q series is our way of getting the superb experiences with the essence of the LG’s premium line-ups to more consumers’ hands and pockets.”

With LG Q6 you get a Snapdragon 435 Processor, 5.5-inch 18:9 FHD+ FullVision Display, 13MP Standard Angle / Front 5MP Wide Angle, 3,000mAh non-removable battery, Android 7.1.1 Nougat with LG UX on the top.


The LG Q6 will go on sale in Asia starting next, followed by availability in Europe, Latin America and North America onward.

Full Specs of LG Q6 Smartphones | Colors

This So-Called LG V30 Project Will Blow Your Mind!

Google, at its I/O 2017 event a few days ago have confirmed that LG will be launching the LG V30 smartphone later this year and it will be Google Daydream ready. Popular tipster, Evan Blass today shared crucial information about the phone of what LG thought about it initially. 

Blass said "This is an old-ish mockup of Project Joan, a.k.a. the LG V30. Not clear if the project is still headed in this direction." By his words, it is clear that LG may not be working on the project now. 

However, if this project continues and LG releases the product in real life, it will be a gamechanger. Unlike the previous LG V series of phone which came out with a secondary display at the top, the V30 in the image has a secondary screen at the bottom and it's a breathtaking project nevertheless. 

Blass says that the secondary display can be expandable from the bottom on the primary display. Having said that, if LG work on this project and release the final product, it will be surely a segment changing phone in the market. 

Images of the LG G6 Mini With 5.4-inch Display Leaked Online; Launch Imminent


It's been just two months since LG launched its flagship phone, the LG G6 and speculations now say that LG will be launching a new phone with moniker LG G6 Mini. 

As the name itself suggests, the G6 Mini will be a stripped down variant of the phone and is almost confirmed to come 5.4-inch QHD+ display, same as the LG G6. It will feature the same design language as LG G6 with the marquee 'Infinity display,' feature.

Apart from the screen size, there are no details about the phone, but LG will surely cut down the hardware on the phone. Of course, it won't come with Snapdragon 835 SoC as the device will be a smaller version of the LG G6. 

To recall, the LG G6 has a 5.7-inch QHD+ display, Snapdragon 821 SoC, 4GB of RAM, dual 13MP rear cameras, 3300mAH battery, and runs Android 7.0 Nougat. 

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In China, you can upgrade your Nexus 5X 2GB RAM to 4GB for around $60

In China, you can upgrade your Nexus 5X 2GB RAM to 4GB for around $60
Launched back in 2015, the Nexus 5X packs 2GB RAM and comes with 16/32 GB Storage options with no microSD card slot. Think 2GB of RAM is too low for a Smartphone like Nexus 5X in 2017? How about 4GB RAM?

In particular, a XDA member "Cathair2906" decided to send his Nexus 5X with Bootloop issue to China for CPU fixing and apart from fixing the Bootloop, the local company made it possible to upgrade the RAM of the Nexus 5X, at a minimal cost of $60.



For more adventurous folks, who don’t mind voiding their warranty, local companies in China will happily upgrade your RAM, all the way up to 4GB, for up to CNY 400 ($60). If you don’t want to go up to 4GB, you can upgrade to 3GB for a low price.

The Nexus 5X (4GB RAM) user reportedly updated his device from Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow to 7.1.2 Nougat without any issues. The smartphone is much faster than before, claims the Nexus 5X user. 
In China, you can upgrade your Nexus 5X 2GB RAM to 4GB for around $60

This is likely a practice that won’t take off in your country in any real capacity, but for those that can make it to the China, and don’t mind voiding their warranty, it’s a quick and cheap option to upgrade the RAM available in your device pretty quickly.

Source: XDA

LG to release Nougat for G4 in third quarter, V10 in second half of this year

LG to release Nougat for G4 in third quarter, V10 in second half of this year


South Korean tech giant LG has already updated few of its newly launched Smartphones to Android 7.0 Nougat. Now, the company has decided to offer the latest Android OS for the V10 and G4.

LG plans to update the V10 in the second half of this year and the G4 in the third quarter. Note that this schedule applies to phones sold in South Korea, while the consumers using the specific models outside of the South Korea will be notified in a separate schedule later.

Source: LG

LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More

LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More


LG has finally unwrapped its flagship "G" phone for 2017 today in Barcelona. 

With the LG G6, you get a glass body and a metal frame, a 5.7-inch QHD+ FullVision (2880 x 1440) resolution, wide-angle front camera with 5MP sensor (100°) and dual 13MP rear lenses (71° and 125°), Snapdragon 821 processor paired with Adreno 530 GPU, 4GB of RAM and 32GB storage. The phone runs Android 7.0 Nougat with LG's UX 6.0 UI on the top, it is powered by 3300mAh battery which supports Wireless charging.


LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More


The LG G6 and G5 have almost similar body dimensions, with G6 having taller and narrower screen with 18:9 ratio, tiny bezels and non-modular design.

The G6 is the first LG's "G" smartphone to come with dust, water resistant, and a proprietary heat dissipation technology.

LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More

LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More



Update: Here's LG G6 Official Video-





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LG G6 to feature dual 13MP cameras at the back

LG G6 to feature dual 13MP cameras at the back


The latest teaser from LG claims that the G6 will feature dual 13MP cameras at the back with a 125-degree field of view, as well as a front-facing shooter which will offer a 100-degree field of view.



According to previous leaks, LG is expected to release the LG G6 at the MWC 2017 and it will go on sale from March 9, but the US users have to wait till April 7 to get their hands on the device and the reason is still unknown. 

LG is opting for the older Snapdragon 821 SoC to power the G6, due to some production issues between Samsung and others. However, it is also said that the LG G6 will feature a glass and metallic back, USB Type-C port, 5.7-inch wide display, etc. 

Via: Androidcentral | Source: LG

Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 leaked in full glory!

Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 leaked in full glory!


We're weeks away from new flagship phones for 2017, but thanks to multiple leaks and rumors, we already know what the upcoming devices are going to look like.

Samsung and LG are expected to launch their very important handsets - the Galaxy S8 and the LG G6 soon this year. There are already a countless number of leaks and rumors regarding these upcoming flagship smartphone, But, today's leak is coming from the most prominent tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks). 



In his tweet, he posted an image showing case renders of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6, which looks absolutely stunning and is on-par with the earlier leaked rumors. 

According to previous leaks, LG is expected to release the smartphone at the MWC 2017 and it will go on sale from March 9, but the US users have to wait till April 7 to get their hands on the device and the reason is still unknown. 

LG is opting for the older Snapdragon 821 SoC to power the G6, due to some production issues between Samsung and others. However, it is also said that the LG G6 will feature a glass and metallic back, USB Type-C port, 5.7-inch wide display, etc. 


Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 leaked in full glory!


The Samsung Galaxy S8 is expected to launch on March 29, rumors also claim that Samsung will tease the Galaxy S8 at the MWC 2017.

Samsung will be using the metal and glass body with the S8. The Galaxy S8 will sport a big 5.7-inch screen, whereas the S8 Plus will feature a 6.1-inch display. 



At the heart of the phone, there will be a Snapdragon 835 SoC and the company will release another variant of the phone with their Exynos 8895 chipset, coupled with 4GB/6GB/8GB of RAM options. Storage on the phones might go up to 256GB, according to previous rumors. 


Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 leaked in full glory!

Galaxy S8 or LG G6? Which are you more excited about?

LG Teases the LG G6's UI in a New Video



The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017 is around the corner and almost every smartphone brand will be looking forward to announce their product at the mega tech show. One such brand is South Korean giant, LG. 

LG already confirmed that they will be launching their flagship phone, the LG G6 at the MWC event on February and now, the company has teased the smartphone's UI in a new video. 



The video reveals that the G6 will have an unusual display and LG is adding tweaks to the OS with which users can make most of the wide display. 

Also, we are expecting the UI to be LG UX 6.0 as the LG V20 came out with LG UX 5.5 with several additions and we are hoping the same with the G6 as well. 

LG to Release in the US on April 7; A Month After the Official South Korea Launch: Rumor



LG was the first smartphone vendor to confirm about their announcement at the MWC 2017. The company will be announcing the LG G6 at the mega tech show to be held in Barcelona, Spain. 

Rumors are already rife over the internet regarding the specs and design of the phone. While LG officially leaked the top half of the phone, it was all thanks to rumors for showing the complete look of the phone. 
That said, here's yet another news about the LG G6 coming from the most reliable Evan Blass (@evleaks). In this tweet on his official Twitter handle, Blass claims that LG will release the smartphone at the MWC 2017 and it will go on sale from March 9, but the US users have to wait till April 7 to get their hands on the device and the reason is still unknown. 

Already consumers are furious about previous leaks suggesting that LG is opting for the older Snapdragon 821 SoC to power the G6, due to some production issues between Samsung and others. However, it is also said that the LG G6 will feature a glass and metallic back, USB Type-C port, 5.7-inch wide display, etc. 

Prototype Images of the Upcoming LG G6 Leaked Online


LG G6, the upcoming flagship phone from the South Korean company, which is scheduled to release at the MWC 2017 event has been leaking continuously from the last one month or so. LG officially has released the top half of the phone, but what we haven't seen the phone in full picture. 



However, that is going to change today. A couple of prototype images of the upcoming LG G6 have leaked online, courtesy of DroidLife. As you can see in the image, the LG G6 will feature a massive 5.7-inch QHD+ display, which is in-line with the earlier leaked rumors as well. 

Also Read: Moto Z Play Gets December Security Patch

The LG G6 won't feature any significant design changes from the LG G5, but the images suggest that LG is sticking with the metal body with the G6 as well, which means that the phone won't feature any wireless charging feature. 




At the rear of the phone, it has the same dual-camera setup as seen on the previous two LG flagships, the G5 and V20. At the bottom, we have the USB Type-C port and speaker grilles. As seen on the G5 and V20, the LG G6 will also feature the same on-screen navigation keys. 



The MWC 2017 is just a few days away, and the G6 will be made available on February 26. Also, the phone is expected to ship with Snapdragon 821, instead of Snapdragon 835 due to manufacturing issues from Samsung as it will be using the entire 835 chipsets to power their Galaxy S8. 

Leaked image shows top half of the LG G6

LG have already started sending media invites for an event on February 26 where it is expected to unveil the LG G6.

Now, The Verge has leaked the top half of the upcoming LG's flagship Smartphone in full glory. 

The below image shows the LG G6, which is expected to feature a 5.7-inch display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The screen-to-bezel ratio is greater than 90 percent, almost like Mi Mix.

Leaked image shows top half of the LG G6

Additionally, it is reported that the LG G6 will be made entirely out of glass and metal, will feature a headphone jack and is expected to be waterproof as well.

LG G6 Will join the Line of Modular Devices

LG G6 Will join the Line of Modular Devices


LG Just launched LG V20 "The First Nougat Powered Smartphone". The Smartphone doesn't come with same Modular Capabilities just like LG G5, After-all LG G5 wasn't a great success.

Well, LG is not giving up on modular Smartphones, According to new Statement by LG's spokesperson Ken Hong "The LG G series will continue to be modular and LG G6 will take it further". Though this is not known that LG G6 will use same modules as LG G5 or It will come up with it's own friends.



Source:- cnet