Don't worry about proof either. I will have the measurements from the AT&T model as well in video. The word is getting out as others who know display tech realize this too. You must use a colorimeter.
Given up? I don't think you realize how much time and effort that I put into all of this. It's not a magical quick process where I can upload something new every day. I try to upload twice a week.
Hey Erica, I think in the row of on-screen buttons, the shortcut to the notification bar is given so that we don't have to readjust our grip while opening the notification panel.
i love how accurate you always are even in your "first impressions", other youtubers just tell you generic stuff, i think you are the only one who does screen measurements :)
It was just a question because there's an unusual antenna on the phone that Erica said is actually common in Korean phones. Also, I think the expression is "you must live UNDER a rock". Just in case you want to use an outdated expression again, I want to make sure you use it correctly.
11min: It is a fairly large phone, so it makes sense to put a button for the notifications on the bottom. It keeps it one hand usable. Although it should have recent apps as an option as well
Very nice. 2 batteries? What class! I really like the customizations that are available. Some of those can't even be had in aftermarket roms. This phone really shines in the last quarter or so of the vid. I can't wait to see the full review.
Looks like a nice enough device. I really hope that LG has learned a thing or two about keeping support for older devices. I'm still skeptical about them after my experience with their old flagship Optimus 2X phone.
Have you found the method for taking screenshots on this phone yet? Like for instance on most android phones if you squeeze power and volume down at the same time it does a screenshot. On touchwiz, it's power and hold home button for about 3 secs. I know there are apps, but they aren't always on, and are pretty glitchy. I need a key-based solution. I have to take screen shots for the orders I deliver at my job, and I'm getting this phone this week.
Erica how come your using the Korean version anyway? i only ask as every other reviewer on-line has either an American network variant or the international/European version....your the first iv seen with the Korean model :)
I'm really looking forward to this device! I played around with an Optimus G a while back and I was surprised how "complete" the device was, LG greatly improved about everything, compared to the old days! Gonna get this baby when it's available here in Germany!
I like the idea of control buttons on the back; my S4 opposing side buttons are a pain, I.m for ever accidentally switching modes. Looks like an interesting device.
i dont see how people are saying this is a "copy" of an s3 or s4. the s3/s4 is more wider and rounder the g2 is wider but taller.samsung has its home button g2 has on screen buttons. the g2 has all its buttons on the back and samsung and everybody else has it on the sides. so the g2 is completly way diffrent than an s3 and s4.
Well i can already see the reason of 2 battery and an external charger.. what was the percentage of juice in battery when you were at the end of filming?? seems to have dropped to 10% from 40% when you wanted to update, isn't it?? display is good with a little over saturation i thing, still feels nice but it screen is fingerprint grabber as well as it seems to be.
So if you live in South Korea, you get: digital tv, extra batteries, different charger(charging station), LTE-Advance, and card slot? How fair is that?
I think its a good idea as well to do a outside glare test. Some phones are impossible to see even with the brightness is set to maximum. I would never figure out for the likes of me that why would a company develop a phone that you can't see the screen even outside with the sun out. Even with the sun not being directly shining on your phone its still hard to see with some phones.
Thanks. I actually just bought mine and discovered that today. It's even more conventient on this phone because the rear buttons are right next to each other. So I just press the two together with one finger. I love this phone so much already!!!!!
Is that an NFC or wireless charging? ty for this video Erika!! Are you able to get HSPA+ with that version? Im on Tmobile and they have refarmed their 2G 1900 spectrum in my area...ty!! BTC
i like your videos , your one of the 2 people i know on you tube that actually take a bit of time and show us a detailed video , that covers everything we as viewer want to see, i would like to see a comparison between that and the xperia z1, if it is possible, for you to get your hands on a z1 with out paying £600 for , it
Some developer needs to come out with a universal app that will allow one to change gamma, contrast, and color or offer some accurate preset screen modes.
As always fantastic detailed and informative review. I appreciate your effort in the love of tech and I would like to see more of what the LG G2 can do. Thanks...
Thanks for the reply. Darn, I would love to see something with deep blacks that isn't a SAMOLED display. I guess the bright light made it look better than it is. :P
I think the LG G2 is just amazing. It's so cool how much you can customize that phone. Android is always very customizable but LG version of android is crazy for the LG G2.
Why do they get SO much more than American versions? I can see something small like maybe a removable battery, but an SD card slot, removable battery, 2 EXTRA batteries, charging dock, headphones,etc. What is going on?!
I thought the Find 5 had the double tap to screen on before LG G2 and some other devices too. But you said - why didnt somebody come up with this earlier ?
because the back is removable and they can add a micro sd card for the korean version they get a smaller battery, the non removable/expandable back gives a better battery
Hey good video! Just wanted to tell you that all phones with a removable battery in korea comes with 2lucky batterys and a charger and the newer smartphones like gs4 and g2 and note 3 comes with what is called an LTE-A band which is really fast (I think you already know this lol)
Korean models comes with external charger and a spare battery. Its normal nothing new. My 3 year old optimus lte counter part to your p930 had same stuff
Yes i did but it makes little sense. LG is a business, and business is all about profit, so it would make more sense to release the better version of a product worldwide so it appeals to more people and will generate more profit. as far as image goes... people who like a microsd slot for extra space for music or whatever, though they like the performance of the G2 go with Samsung note 3 or Xperia z1 instead simply because it doesnt have a microsd slot
I'll solve 'this mystery' for you guys, as a Korean. Koreans, ever since the introduction of 2g phones in the late 90's, have been accustomed to an extra battery for their mobile phones so that they can charge it at a dock and change it when the main one runs out. It's more of an expected thing, that not just LG, Samsung, but most korean and foreign companies provide extra batteries/removeable version on their phones (except for apple, who we all know is bull-headed with their "apple ways")
This phone looks interesting! I really wonder how it will compare to the Z Ultra. It is definitely (In my opinion) a Galaxy S3/4 copy, especially with the shape of the phone. Like seriously, is it really that hard to come up with your own design?
I changed the battery saver percentage to 50 percent. Have no idea how I did it though. Does anybody know how to change the applications icon? It won't change. This phone is a triumph of small size and a huge screen. Plus the battery lasts for ages. Finally a phone you can use without worrying about the battery. I am pretty happy with mine.
I think the 64 bit route is an interesting choice but I'm waiting on real benchmarks that mean something. I am annoyed that it looks exactly the same with little effort to innovate with nothing but a finger print reader. They are thinking long term here. 64bit is marketing meant to catch attention for whatever they really have in store with their "forward thinking" and the colored things are great for the inept and teenagers.
Hey Erica! I'm having the hardest time figuring out what phone i should get next. Can you help me? I just sold my iPhone 5 for $500, but I don't know what I should get next. iPhone 5S, S4, LG G2, or should I wait till winter for something new? I have no idea. Hope you can help thanks!
Lots of people care! Especially those who are concerned about taking pictures! You need to see a proper representation of your subject or pffft. If you watch movies skin tones are met! If you simply don't like looking at Green and seeing it as neon... Oh you will care! But if you want punchy colors good for you. I'm simply here to Educate. Don't speak for everyone else though!
People need to give LG another chance I understand they messed up with previous phone g2x but the newer phones like the Optimus G, nexus 4, optimus g pro and now the G2. LG has really stepped up their products.
i also want you to see review the lg optimus g pro its a pretty underrated phone and being better than the Gnote 2 its unfair that people pay low attention because it is an lg
Most of the phones they receive are review units, and then they'll return it when they're done. On special occasions, they wind up buying the phones full price, and those are the ones you see lying around in their videos.
i just wanna know if this is the best display of all times (in the smartphones area) ik i have to wait until the review but an answer with a "maybe" would be great, if is not even close would be great too :3
Wow! That mobile looks great! Personalisation and screen... Perfect! The tv antenna... OMG! Never new it lol. Thanks for the video: good, well done and funny as ever :D Waiting for the review ^^
Don't worry about proof either. I will have the measurements from the AT&T model as well in video. The word is getting out as others who know display tech realize this too. You must use a colorimeter.
oh for the World version and american version there will be a case that has wireless charging support for this phone from LG.
Given up? I don't think you realize how much time and effort that I put into all of this. It's not a magical quick process where I can upload something new every day. I try to upload twice a week.
This is in ambient lighting. When lights are off the contrast ratio is about 1100:1. Pretty decent =) but not deep black either =P
It's got to be NFC. I will be getting the AT&T LTE version on Monday.
No. I record audio at the same time with a boom stand and h2n mic.
The Z Ultra is still my daily driver. But we shall see if anything else knocks it out of place soon.
I actually have the American version now. I will be using that for the full review and using this Korean one as a reference.
Hey Erica, I think in the row of on-screen buttons, the shortcut to the notification bar is given so that we don't have to readjust our grip while opening the notification panel.
Woot. I can't wait for the full review video. Your reviews are so much more detailed than the other reviewers.
i love how accurate you always are even in your "first impressions", other youtubers just tell you generic stuff, i think you are the only one who does screen measurements :)
It was just a question because there's an unusual antenna on the phone that Erica said is actually common in Korean phones. Also, I think the expression is "you must live UNDER a rock". Just in case you want to use an outdated expression again, I want to make sure you use it correctly.
11min: It is a fairly large phone, so it makes sense to put a button for the notifications on the bottom. It keeps it one hand usable.
Although it should have recent apps as an option as well
This is an unboxing. Of course there will be more vids! =)
Very nice. 2 batteries? What class! I really like the customizations that are available. Some of those can't even be had in aftermarket roms. This phone really shines in the last quarter or so of the vid. I can't wait to see the full review.
I think the placement of those power buttons etc, is for tv mode, when held landscape in two hands.
Looking forward to your next G2 reviews. I'm thinking of getting it but not before I watch your great in depth analysis. Keep up the great work!
I can't explain, why but you're the most trustwhorthy source when it comes to phone review.
Thank you, you're doing a great job.
Looks like a nice enough device. I really hope that LG has learned a thing or two about keeping support for older devices. I'm still skeptical about them after my experience with their old flagship Optimus 2X phone.
Have you found the method for taking screenshots on this phone yet? Like for instance on most android phones if you squeeze power and volume down at the same time it does a screenshot. On touchwiz, it's power and hold home button for about 3 secs. I know there are apps, but they aren't always on, and are pretty glitchy. I need a key-based solution.
I have to take screen shots for the orders I deliver at my job, and I'm getting this phone this week.
So should I go for the G2? I have a Optimus G at present and I really, really like it - is the G2 worth the upgrade? It looks very nice indeed ;-)
Erica how come your using the Korean version anyway? i only ask as every other reviewer on-line has either an American network variant or the international/European version....your the first iv seen with the Korean model :)
Love the fact that it comes with a spare battery and charger. SD slot, too. More companies should do this.
I'm really looking forward to this device! I played around with an Optimus G a while back and I was surprised how "complete" the device was, LG greatly improved about everything, compared to the old days! Gonna get this baby when it's available here in Germany!
I will answer all of this in my review.
You can have colour popping displays while having fairly accurate colours.
Yup badly, what do you expect on a plastic film on top of the screen called a shatterproof sheet?
that's why I have the GS4...they seem to be the only OEM these days providing us with a removable battery and most importantly, an SD card slot
Will there more vids about the phone? I was thinking that you might talk more about speed. Not nenchmarks only but percepted speed
great of them to include extra battery & dock. is it wireless chargeable too?
Heyy! Can you do a HTC One mini review? Or maybe just the flagship, cuz I'm think of buying it and I wanted to hear your opinion :)
I wish the D802 version had an option for MicroSD expansion
I like the idea of control buttons on the back; my S4 opposing side buttons are a pain, I.m for ever accidentally switching modes. Looks like an interesting device.
i dont see how people are saying this is a "copy" of an s3 or s4. the s3/s4 is more wider and rounder the g2 is wider but taller.samsung has its home button g2 has on screen buttons. the g2 has all its buttons on the back and samsung and everybody else has it on the sides. so the g2 is completly way diffrent than an s3 and s4.
Holding my AT&T G2 right next to my AT&T Optimus G pro, The WHITES look terrible! The G Pro is BRIGHT White, While the G2 is Warm and redish
Hi Erica, what tools (apps or adb) do you use to take the CPU and GPU readings?
As always, great review :-)
Hey Erica what do you think of the concept of the block phones ?
Well i can already see the reason of 2 battery and an external charger.. what was the percentage of juice in battery when you were at the end of filming?? seems to have dropped to 10% from 40% when you wanted to update, isn't it?? display is good with a little over saturation i thing, still feels nice but it screen is fingerprint grabber as well as it seems to be.
So if you live in South Korea, you get: digital tv, extra batteries, different charger(charging station), LTE-Advance, and card slot? How fair is that?
You do know that knock to unlock was on the Nokia N9 back in 2011?
I think its a good idea as well to do a outside glare test. Some phones are impossible to see even with the brightness is set to maximum. I would never figure out for the likes of me that why would a company develop a phone that you can't see the screen even outside with the sun out. Even with the sun not being directly shining on your phone its still hard to see with some phones.
Thanks. I actually just bought mine and discovered that today. It's even more conventient on this phone because the rear buttons are right next to each other. So I just press the two together with one finger. I love this phone so much already!!!!!
Is that an NFC or wireless charging? ty for this video Erika!! Are you able to get HSPA+ with that version? Im on Tmobile and they have refarmed their 2G 1900 spectrum in my area...ty!! BTC
It's a the overall presentation.
Hey Erica! Can you please do a more extensive review about the LG OPTIMUS G PRO
i like your videos , your one of the 2 people i know on you tube that actually take a bit of time and show us a detailed video , that covers everything we as viewer want to see, i would like to see a comparison between that and the xperia z1, if it is possible, for you to get your hands on a z1 with out paying £600 for , it
Erica...what are ur thoughts on the recent iphone announcements?
Great! So far we can conclude that LG has put a good effort into creating a unique device to say the least. Looking forward to hearing more. :-)
Some developer needs to come out with a universal app that will allow one to change gamma, contrast, and color or offer some accurate preset screen modes.
As always fantastic detailed and informative review. I appreciate your effort in the love of tech and I would like to see more of what the LG G2 can do. Thanks...
Thanks for the reply. Darn, I would love to see something with deep blacks that isn't a SAMOLED display. I guess the bright light made it look better than it is. :P
I think the LG G2 is just amazing. It's so cool how much you can customize that phone. Android is always very customizable but LG version of android is crazy for the LG G2.
Malik U
Just tap at ''turn power saver at 30% battery'' . There must be a pop up meni for battery level just as optimus g has.
Why do they get SO much more than American versions? I can see something small like maybe a removable battery, but an SD card slot, removable battery, 2 EXTRA batteries, charging dock, headphones,etc. What is going on?!
I want to get the Nexus 5 version, that phone will be based on the LG G2
when are you going to make full review??
I thought the Find 5 had the double tap to screen on before LG G2 and some other devices too. But you said - why didnt somebody come up with this earlier ?
Why there are 2 batteries in the pack?
And why it is written on it "2610 mAh"? Isn't it 3000?
because the back is removable and they can add a micro sd card for the korean version they get a smaller battery, the non removable/expandable back gives a better battery
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No! It's the other way around........
Forgot to mention the wireless charging. Noticed the back cover.
Hey good video! Just wanted to tell you that all phones with a removable battery in korea comes with 2lucky batterys and a charger and the newer smartphones like gs4 and g2 and note 3 comes with what is called an LTE-A band which is really fast (I think you already know this lol)
Korean models comes with external charger and a spare battery. Its normal nothing new. My 3 year old optimus lte counter part to your p930 had same stuff
Does the LG G2 Korean model work with AT&T? I can't seem to find that answer anywhere.
I will have the American version in a few days. That will be more than relevant =)
Where is the full review follow up video? Thanks
Hello Erica, your reviews are great! especially that 3 fingers swipe feature is something that i wasn't aware of. thank you!
soo i checked out the website, how often do they get new products, and how soon to a products release date are they released on the site?
Yes i did but it makes little sense. LG is a business, and business is all about profit, so it would make more sense to release the better version of a product worldwide so it appeals to more people and will generate more profit. as far as image goes... people who like a microsd slot for extra space for music or whatever, though they like the performance of the G2 go with Samsung note 3 or Xperia z1 instead simply because it doesnt have a microsd slot
I'll solve 'this mystery' for you guys, as a Korean.
Koreans, ever since the introduction of 2g phones in the late 90's, have been accustomed to an extra battery for their mobile phones so that they can charge it at a dock and change it when the main one runs out. It's more of an expected thing, that not just LG, Samsung, but most korean and foreign companies provide extra batteries/removeable version on their phones (except for apple, who we all know is bull-headed with their "apple ways")
I had the Nokia N9 (Meego OS) for a bit and it used the double tap to wake feature. It was great. Nice to see it on an Android phone.
Erica when are going to do a review on the Nokia Lumia 1020
Erica, I'm curious, what phone are you using?
Over saturated? Haven't read any online review saying that and every website one of the best displays having amazing color accuracy
Is their any light bleed in darkness on that screen, I would love to know my last g2 had massive bleeding going on and I had to take it back
Erika, you first impression videos are excellent. I'm waiting with baited breath.
could you do the gaming test using FPS meter? so we can really see what adreno330 can achieve :D thanks (try RR3 :D)
This phone looks interesting! I really wonder how it will compare to the Z Ultra. It is definitely (In my opinion) a Galaxy S3/4 copy, especially with the shape of the phone. Like seriously, is it really that hard to come up with your own design?
I do...
Extra battery and charger is standard when buying Korean phones. Its such a shame International versions don't come with such goodies :(
I changed the battery saver percentage to 50 percent. Have no idea how I did it though.
Does anybody know how to change the applications icon? It won't change.
This phone is a triumph of small size and a huge screen. Plus the battery lasts for ages. Finally a phone you can use without worrying about the battery.
I am pretty happy with mine.
I think the 64 bit route is an interesting choice but I'm waiting on real benchmarks that mean something. I am annoyed that it looks exactly the same with little effort to innovate with nothing but a finger print reader. They are thinking long term here. 64bit is marketing meant to catch attention for whatever they really have in store with their "forward thinking" and the colored things are great for the inept and teenagers.
The buttons on the back could be a problem when using a flip cover
ty Erica for the video :)
What u think Xperia Z or LG G2 ?!
Thanks in advance
Cheers
this "double tab to wake up the device" function came already with the nokia n9 2 years ago i think...
Hey Erica! I'm having the hardest time figuring out what phone i should get next. Can you help me? I just sold my iPhone 5 for $500, but I don't know what I should get next. iPhone 5S, S4, LG G2, or should I wait till winter for something new? I have no idea. Hope you can help thanks!
Nokia had the tap to wake feature on the N9 a couple years ago, so this is not the first time someone thought of this feature.
Lots of people care! Especially those who are concerned about taking pictures! You need to see a proper representation of your subject or pffft. If you watch movies skin tones are met! If you simply don't like looking at Green and seeing it as neon... Oh you will care! But if you want punchy colors good for you. I'm simply here to Educate. Don't speak for everyone else though!
ok there is no throttleing but does the phone auto dimms the dysplay when gaming (like the rest LG phones ) ?
Why don't y make video on galaxy note 3 and iPhone 5s announcement. Your opinion on both devices.
People need to give LG another chance I understand they messed up with previous phone g2x but the newer phones like the Optimus G, nexus 4, optimus g pro and now the G2. LG has really stepped up their products.
So do Koreans actually have to use the antenna to make calls?
i also want you to see review the lg optimus g pro its a pretty underrated phone and being better than the Gnote 2 its unfair that people pay low attention because it is an lg
So is this going to be your daily driver?
Erica!!, i always wondered what you do with the phones you buy after reviewing them. Do yo sell them? or you keep the ones you like?
Most of the phones they receive are review units, and then they'll return it when they're done. On special occasions, they wind up buying the phones full price, and those are the ones you see lying around in their videos.
***** You're welcome! If you re-watch the video, you'll hear that she has only one week with the phone.
Would the micro usb port deliver HDMI via MHL or has the g2 still not abandonded SLIMPORT like it's siblings the gpro and the g.
i just wanna know if this is the best display of all times (in the smartphones area) ik i have to wait until the review but an answer with a "maybe" would be great, if is not even close would be great too :3
Brilliant review as usual Erica!
Sooo Erica, how bout that Nexus 5 ?! (:
Xperia ZU screen is scratched already? :O
Wow! That mobile looks great! Personalisation and screen... Perfect! The tv antenna... OMG! Never new it lol. Thanks for the video: good, well done and funny as ever :D Waiting for the review ^^
looked like there was a screen protector on there already and you removed it lol :)
Cut outs for the sensors cameras and all!
They aren't android.