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LG G5 - user opinions and reviews

LG G5
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  • Released 2016, April 01
    159g, 7.7mm thickness
    Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0, LG UX 5 UI
    32GB storage, microSDXC
  • 0.8% 18,196,003 hits
  • 1596 Become a fan
  • 5.3"
    1440x2560 pixels
  • 16MP
    2160p
  • 4GB RAM
    Snapdragon 820
  • 2800mAh
    18W
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  • AnonD-650583
  • NUw
  • 19 Apr 2017

AnonD-650583, 19 Apr 2017Hi. I refused to update since I heard bad things about android N on this phone. I know 2 other... more**I still get 4.5~5hrs screen time as a modereate user /non gamer. 50%brightness. My friend on N is the same just gets about 1.5 hr extra battery life than me.

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    • AnonD-650583
    • NUw
    • 19 Apr 2017

    Savor , 16 Apr 2017How is SOT between MM v N? I decided to stay on MM 6.0.1 with my G5 although I easily could ha... moreHi. I refused to update since I heard bad things about android N on this phone. I know 2 others who had a G5 and upgraded. One said it was good for the features and other than that battery life stayed the same just a wee bit better if she just left it alone. She has been on N for over 2mos now.

    My other buddy sold his G5 b/c battery life dropped badly and it got hot while charging or other demanding games and videos. Says he loved G5 for gaming and had 12-14hrs use even though he was a gamer. After N was down to 9-10 hrs and running hot.

    I'm glad I didn't update b/c I already got burned by updating old G4. Had screen time of 4hrs reduced to 3hrs after update to MM for G4. Sold it a month later b/c it never got better and heard it would not see N to fix battery sucking. I still love my G5 and will not update. If I sell it I will let the new owner update if they want.

    Just my opinion and experiences by 2 other G5 owners so just Google if you need more opinions too. Good luck :]

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      • AnonD-494625
      • 6QQ
      • 18 Apr 2017

      Hy its faisal am user of Lg g5 Model h860..
      Please help any one used wireless charging on lg g5 and if yes then plz share the ans and tell me about charging speed and model which one used and range about charging

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        • Smith
        • KAI
        • 18 Apr 2017

        Hi everyone! I bought a unlocked lg g5 US AT&T Unlocked) currently I am using this phone in India and here I am not able to connect Tethering hotspot ,
        it says Tethering authentication failed .
        Is there any work around to fix this issue or I have lost this option after unlocking this phone.
        Thanks!

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          • yp1
          • 18 Apr 2017

          chris, 16 Apr 2017HY this model it,s fantastic , better than lg g6 samsung s7 s7 edge and iphone 7 and 7 +Did u use s7/ iphone 7

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            • AnonD-662498
            • IvV
            • 17 Apr 2017

            Just got this phone an hour ago. Can't figure it out at all.

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              • rK$
              • 17 Apr 2017

              chris, 16 Apr 2017HY this model it,s fantastic , better than lg g6 samsung s7 s7 edge and iphone 7 and 7 +Agree with u

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                • Manokoa
                • q5a
                • 17 Apr 2017

                I was "upgraded" to this phone when my V10 broke. Asurion assured me it was comparable. I used mine mainly for the camera and internet browsing and texting.

                I like the slim design,nice looking, comfortable to hold, nice sized screen and good battery life.
                However, the camera doesn't come close to the v10, memory is absolutely a joke and every time it updates I need to delete or disable another app to make room for it; I can't even update emails until I "make room". Too many apps they automatically added that I dont use, yet I can't delete them... So I'm constantly trying to reprioritize the ones I want, because they're the only ones I can delete (that's why I left iphone! I wanted to make my own choices, not be forced to use what the manufacturer thinks I should user). Finally, I have had to resort to using my iphone for calls because this phone constantly thinks it's roaming and out of country in my own backyard. Verizon can't figure it out and attributes it to the phone, which I am assuming must be the case because my work iphone is, and my previous V10 was on the same Verizon network.

                Maybe its because Asurion gave me a poorly refurbed phone... All I do know is I hate it.

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                  • DADaDadas
                  • qas
                  • 17 Apr 2017

                  you are too far in the futur with you 30m charging

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                    • chris
                    • 32y
                    • 16 Apr 2017

                    HY this model it,s fantastic , better than lg g6 samsung s7 s7 edge and iphone 7 and 7 +

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                      • Savor
                      • IbE
                      • 16 Apr 2017

                      AnonD-250258, 16 Apr 2017Do not update,my recommendation. I downgraded to marshmallow by visiting LG service center. No... moreHow is SOT between MM v N? I decided to stay on MM 6.0.1 with my G5 although I easily could have updated to 7. But I read Nougat eats up a little more RAM and slightly more battery life.

                      My G5 has the worst standby time vs my S7e and Pixel both on Nougat but it isn't that bad at 2% overnight and SOT is decent. I wanted the new and improved Doze but decided against it.

                      I like the notification system and settings menu better on the G5. I didn't want Nougat to change it as well as I didn't want to lose the Flappy Android Easter egg.

                      Nougat is fine on both my S7e and Pixel but I wouldn't say I noticed a huge difference between it vs G5 on Marshmallow. G5 on MM is pretty smooth already. Curious if G5 on N improves battery life though.

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                        • AnonD-250258
                        • uvh
                        • 16 Apr 2017

                        AnonD-428533, 16 Apr 2017I'm trying to update thru LG Bridge but at first step itself, it says it can't be upgraded ? ... moreDo not update,my recommendation. I downgraded to marshmallow by visiting LG service center. Nougat is very irritating. Battery issue, play store app update issue in roaming mobile data network.

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                          • Anonymous
                          • HsG
                          • 16 Apr 2017

                          AnonD-250258, 16 Apr 2017Already updated to nougat 7.0 in february. Lg india did not push ota update. Due to nougat has... moreThe fact is LG does not want to invest time and resources in G5 because its previous year's model.It's their responsibility to fix issues anyhow and update flagship devices on time.

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                            • AnonD-428533
                            • rJB
                            • 16 Apr 2017

                            AnonD-250258, 16 Apr 2017Already updated to nougat 7.0 in february. Lg india did not push ota update. Due to nougat has... moreI'm trying to update thru LG Bridge but at first step itself, it says it can't be upgraded ?

                            In USB connection I selected as File Transfer method...

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                              • Anonymous
                              • HsG
                              • 16 Apr 2017

                              AnonD-250258, 16 Apr 2017Already updated to nougat 7.0 in february. Lg india did not push ota update. Due to nougat has... moreI was not able to update via LG Bridge. It always says, update can not be downloaded. Did you also face similar issues?

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                                • AnonD-250258
                                • uvh
                                • 16 Apr 2017

                                AnonD-428533, 15 Apr 2017Very happy. The only issue. It sometimes heats a lots even when no app is running or is on cha... moreAlready updated to nougat 7.0 in february. Lg india did not push ota update. Due to nougat has many issues on G5. You can check update via LG bridge software. I also updated via LG bridge software.

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                                  • Bobbi
                                  • U@q
                                  • 16 Apr 2017

                                  V, 13 Apr 2017Its a flagship model and still they have not released android 7 update in india .disappointed I had received the update last month and was very thrilled by the performance.You can update via lg bridge software.You will surely enjoy using Android N on you LG G5.

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                                    • AnonD-428533
                                    • GRN
                                    • 15 Apr 2017

                                    Very happy. The only issue. It sometimes heats a lots even when no app is running or is on charging.

                                    My query is when H860N - India will get Android N update ?

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                                      • AnonD-650583
                                      • keU
                                      • 15 Apr 2017

                                      AnonD-650583, 15 Apr 2017I had the HTC 10 for a week why I chose to return and keep G5: All cameras seemed better an... more**on DARKER screen images**

                                      ...not "farmers" ;D

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                                        • AnonD-650583
                                        • keU
                                        • 15 Apr 2017

                                        AnonD-308035, 14 Apr 2017I want to buy new phone but can't decide between g5 and HTC 10I had the HTC 10 for a week why I chose to return and keep G5:

                                        All cameras seemed better and wide angle is awesome, rear finger print coupled with knock knock code, IR blaster, charges to 100 way faster, 5hrs screen on time, and number one reason:

                                        Replaceable battery.

                                        And I actually don't have any modules but in all honesty what an amazing concept to have a removeable chin. I spilled beer on my LG and had to replace my power button.

                                        But then... Just recently I guess the liquid damage finally reared its ugly head again and my charging port and speaker were working on and off. Unreliable and frustrating. But then... It was a $20 solution. I bought a new chin on online and no more problems. Even the clips to the battery were solid again.

                                        So yeah I'm still loving my G5... But then again... I also still hate seeing the lightbleed on farmers screen images. Meh. Ill still keep her as a backup when I upgrade though ;D

                                        Here. Check out this discussion: http://forums.androidcentral.com/htc-10/676372-torn-between-htc-10-lg-g5.html

                                        Alright good luck!

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