LG Announces Software Upgrade Center in Korea For Fast Smartphone Software Updates

LG has announced a new Software Upgrade Center that’s purpose is to deliver “faster, timelier, smartphone software updates worldwide.

LG executives are also promising better customer experience with their next flagship phones. A special team at the LG Science Park in Seoul, South Korea will ensure a “consistent user experience on LG devices by continuously testing the stability and compatibility between hardware and software after updates.”

Customers can get instant access through the ‘Quick Help’ app installed on the phones. This will be one of LG’s new business strategies to ensure that consumers are satisfied with their hardware and services.

The first task for the center will be pushing out the Android Oreo update to the LG G6. This is expected to be finalized in Korea by the end of this month with other markets to soon follow.

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The LG Q6 Is A Mini, More Affordable G6 Expected Late Summer

LG officially has a new lineup of smartphones to add to it’s family. The LG Q6 is miniature, more affordable version of the company’s flagship, the G6.

The standout feature on the LG Q6 is definitely the FullVision-style display which is the tall 18:9 screen with slim bezels found on the G6. The only difference is that the Q6’s display isn’t as high-res as the G6.

The LG Q6 features a Snapdragon 435 processor, 13-megapixel rear camera, a 5-megapixel wide-angle front camera, face recognition and a 3,000mAh battery packed inside packed an “ultra strong” 7000 series aluminum body.

While the Q6 is lacking the dual camera system and some high-end specs of its G6 counterpart, it does have the tall display with small bezels found on other respectable devices.

The LG Q6 will roll out to Asian in August with Europe, Latin America, and North American markets not long after. LG has yet to say how much the Q6 will cost, although the company did state that it will be competitively priced. Considering it is a mid-range option, we don’t expect anything too crazy.

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LG's G6 Second Year Promise Extends Warranties To 2 Years In The United States

LG has announced that they’re extending every G6 warranty from one year to two years in the US.

The company is calling this new program, the LG G6 Second Year Promise and it will offer full coverage from potential defects for an additional 12 months at no extra cost. LG stated that it is noticing customers holding onto their phones for nearly a full 24 months, so extending the manufacturer’s warranty only makes sense to show that they stands by their products.

The company did admit that they have been providing similar benefits to Europeans, but notes that this particular program is exclusive to the United States. G6 customers will have to register their phones on LG’s website within 90 days of purchase or within 90 days of today’s announcement to qualify. The first year of warranty claims will continue to be handled by carriers, but customers will have to call LG or visit the website to make a claim during the second year. New or “newly refurbished” replacements are promised to arrive within two business days of filing a claim.

The LG G6 Second Year Promise won’t replace your phone if it breaks like HTC’s Uh Oh Protection program but it does give US customers a little peace of mind from defects after the first year. Fingers crossed for this becoming a new manufacturers trend going forward.

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Reports State, LG Working Directly With Qualcomm To Ensure Snapdragon 845 For G7

According to reports, LG is working directly with Qualcomm to ensure the G7 will have the latest processor available.

Because the Snapdragon 835 processor was tied up with Samsung's Galaxy S8, LG was forced to decide between delaying the G6's release or using last year's hardware. In the end, the company decided to use the Snapdragon 821 and although it may not be much of a difference in everyday usage, many could not look past the difference on paper.

Its likely that LG feels that the processor difference may have differed potential G6 buyers because normally, LG and Samsung flagship devices use the same processor.

The report claims that LG and Qualcomm have started working​ on the development for the new processor in early May with it being based on a seven nanometer manufacturing process.

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LG's V30 Will Support Daydream VR With OLED Display

According to sources, LG will begin making smartphones with OLED screens during the second half of this year.

The company has made OLED displays for quite some time but normally reserves them for their TVs. OLED screens have individually lit pixels which can be turned on and off, allowing for great contrast. LCD displays are back-lit, giving them less control over light levels and contrast.

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Sources claim that the LG V30 will be the first, later this September, while the LG G7 could see an OLED screen early next year.

Additionally​ at the Google I/O 2017, a Google representative recently told attendees that LG's next flagship phone will have support Daydream VR alongside​ the Galaxy S8. The Samsung Galaxy S8 currently uses OLED display technology along with the powerful Snapdragon 835 processor. Google's leak may have been intentional but it definitely offers an early clue as to what's coming.

Top 6 Reasons To Buy The LG G6 [VIDEO]

LG's decision to ditch the modular design of the G5 was the correct move. Instead of trying to do things that nobody wants, the company nailed the things a high-end smartphone needs to have in 2017.

That being said, these are six reasons why you should buy the LG G6:

1. Big Screen, Small Phone:  Don't choose between a large screen and in-hand comfort. The LG G6 has a immersive 5.7" display that is easy to manage.
2. Incredible Viewing Experience: The G6 is the first phone to feature Dolby Vision, which basically means that you're getting the best possible viewing experience.
3. More Efficient Multitasking: This phone's unique screen ratio gives way to some improved multitasking features for a well balanced user experience.
4. Reliable Build Quality: The G6 was engineered to be durable and dependable, passing 14 different military standard tests.
5. A Wider, More Fun Picture: The dual camera setup provides a standard plus a wide angle lens for fun and creative shots.
6. Your Own Personal Assistant: Ask questions, send messages and even command smart home devices all through voice with Google Assistant.

These are just a few of our top reasons why you should make the LG G6 your next smartphone. Is there anything we left out? Let us know.

LG G6 Review - Everything You Asked For?

There’s definitely a lot of buzz around the flagship phones this year, with each manufacturer expected to bring drastic new designs to their lineup. It seems LG anticipated this and decided to level up their G6. We've been testing the Black LG G6 from T-Mobile for a few weeks now, and have a few thoughts about it. This is our video review of the LG G6.

LG G6 Specs

Display: 5.7” Quad HD Full Vision display 2880 x 1440 (564 ppi) 18:9 screen aspect ratio
Cameras: Rear-facing: 13MP Standard Lens (F 1.8) and 13 MP wide angle (125 degrees)
and a 5MP front-facing camera
Processor / RAM:  Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 / 4GB RAM
Memory: 32GB storage with Mirco SD card support
Battery: 3,300 mAh embedded battery / Wireless Charging / Quick Charge 3.0
Connectivity : Bluetooth 4.2 / Wi-Fi / NFC / USB-C 2.0
OS: Android Nougat 7.0
Features:  IP68 water and dust resistance / fingerprint scanner / headphone jack

LG's decision to ditch the modular design of the G5 was the correct move. Instead of trying to do things that nobody wants, the company nailed the things that a high-end smartphone in 2017 needs to have. Premium build quality, huge display in a compact body, great camera, water resistance and top notch performance. The G6 is sure to be in the running for smartphone of the year.