South Korean giant has announced that it will be unveiling mid-range X series of smartphones comprising of X cam and X screen. These two phones run on the latest Marshmallow 6.0 OS and are designed for customers who do not want or need all the bells and whistles that come with today’s high-end phones but still desire a great camera or advanced display, as stated by LG in its press statement. Both the devices support 4G LTE networks.
The X cam sports dual cameras of 13MP and 5MP on the rear and 8MP camera on the front. It features a 5.2 inch full HD display. Thanks to LG’s seamless 3D Bending Glass, the X cam features an elegant curved finish on the front and with a profile of only 5.2mm, the device is light weight. It has weight of just 118 grams and is extremely comfortable to hold in the hand. This phone has dimensions of 147.5 x 73.6 x 5.2mm~6.9mm.
This phone is driven by 1.14GHz Octa-Core processor paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage. It is packed with 2520 mAh battery.
This phone will be available in four colors – Titan Silver,White, Gold and Pink Gold.
On the other hand, the X screen model is equipped with an “Always-on” Second Screen which until now has only been available on LG’s premium V10. The Second Screen sits above the main 4.93-inch HD In-cell Touch display. With the 1.76 inch Second Screen, users can easily access frequently used apps, answer calls without interrupting the current activity or just play music. The Second Screen also lets users check time, date, battery status and other notifications without ever having to turn on the phone. What’s more, the X screen offers a stylish, sleek look with its crystal-clear glass fiber exterior and clean lines, as stated by LG.
Other specifications of X screen :
Display: Main) 4.93-inch HD In-cell Touch
Secondary) 1.76-inch LCD (520 x 80)
Chipset: 1.2GHz Quad-Core
Camera: Rear 13MP / Front 8MP
Memory: 2GB RAM / 16GB ROM
Battery: 2,300mAh
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Size: 142.6 x 71.8 x 7.1mm
Network: LTE
Colors: Black / White / Pink Gold
The X series will debut in key markets in Asia, Europe and Latin America starting next month. LG has not revealed the prices which will be announced in respective markets at the time of launch. Visitors to MWC can see the new X series at LG’s booth in Hall 3 of Fira Gran Via from February 22-25.
