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Smartphone LG G3 and watch LG G Watch: tested on humans

Late last year, we were delighted with the latest at the time the smartphone LG G2 - it's time to do the same with the next flagship from LG.

Model G3, on the one hand, this development of the previous model and work on minor issues. On the other - pumped smartphone, which is quite different from the G2. And most importantly - G3 bypasses on set parameters of all the top android smartphones. However, the key word here: temporarily.

LG G3
B> Price: 24 000 rubles.

OS: Android 4.4.2
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801, 2, 5 GHz
Video: Adreno 330
Screen: 5, 46 '', 2560x1440 (Quad HD), IPS, 538 ppi
RAM: 2 GB
Memory: 16GB (+ microSD - up to 128 GB)
3G / LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC
Camera: 13/2, 1 megapixel
Battery: 3000 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 146, 3h74, 6x8, 9 mm, 149 g i>

Stanislavski, famous for his "Do not believe it!", Also claimed that the theater begins with a hanger. But smartphones starting with the design. The first thing you notice on the "as if the metal cover." Why like? It's still plastic with imprinted into it with metal foil having a texture "polished aluminum." Some would call it a half-measure - say, no longer "Soap" from "Samsung", but not the metal from HTC. But in general, this solution adds charm and is more practical than the bare plastic.

And changed the design of buttons at the back. Visually, it can be seen very well. Feels like - the same. Although the main buttons appeared a distinct "click».

By the way, when we did review G2 , there were doubts about the practicality of this solution. As it turned out, the person gets used to everything - in a month you start to look at other smartphones button on the back or trying to turn a double tap of the device on the screen. Nevertheless, one can hardly call this a perfect move. Original, yes.

On the rear surface of the speaker also suffered - at G2 he was placed on the bottom. Most likely, this is caused by a change in the internal arrangement. But the cleanliness and the volume is not affected by the decision.

Go to the screen. If one word, he is one of the flagships of this - 2560x1440 pixels. Naturally, with unrealistic pixel density - 538 per inch. Otherwise - this screen Quad HD. In the same resolution, the truth, and still boasts Oppo Find 7. True, "oppy" no FM-tuner, and it solves a lot (sarcasm!).

In the case of the G3 makes no sense to talk about all there is the screen settings - such as brightness, viewing angles, etc. They are different. A self image quality compared with good typography. And indeed it is. However, when you show off the new smartphone, do not forget to mention it - a layman can hardly notice the difference from the Full HD.

What is most interesting. Screen size - 5, 46 inches - in fact it Phablet. But here is the size ... Justify it only 2 millimeters wider than S5, half a millimeter shorter Z2 and on the same half a millimeter thinner than the HTC One M8. How did they manage? Squeezed!

To update the interface in G3 was really serious-companies even released a video explaining the choice of a design concept. The color scheme has really become quieter. In addition, the LG adopted the fashion of round icons. However, the settings do decide to keep rampage "kruglyashey", which in the same Galaxy S5 confusing.

There was a fitness app LG Health - it is more modest than the service of the "Samsung", but not the most demanding fans of HLS may well come in handy. Changed switching between applications - their icons are now displayed on the screen as a "grid". Better or worse? Simply change. Here it is possible to display two windows, which sometimes can be really useful.

Is where to turn fans and interface settings for themselves. From interesting "chips" - Screen Settings icon (you can create your own image and change the size), changing height of the keyboard (in a fairly wide range) and unlock function smartphone using taps Knock Code (must be repeated a predetermined sequence of "Taps" on the 4 areas of the screen ).

By filling G3 - a real flagship. Snapdragon 801 2, 5 Hz, 2 gigabytes of RAM, sixteen - user memory. By the way, here and there you can find a gray model with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of user memory - pay attention.

No lag, no brakes when your smartphone you will not notice, but in benchmarks notorious FPS might not be too high.

Resolution of both cameras has not changed. But there were innovations that make it easier to obtain high quality photo: First, the system of optical stabilization (OIS +), and secondly - dual LED flash, and most importantly - a super-fast autofocus. The LG called it the "laser", but it is based on infrared technology. Sensor is triggered for a second and third perfectly complements traditional phase and contrast AF.

Settings - at least. And that's good. In the sense that you are encouraged to think less and trust smartphones. Photo quality - excellent. Although in some frames software processing could be more modest.

As a tribute to the tradition now has a "magic autofocus." Works is simple - make a few photos with different depth of field, and the user then chooses his favorite version.

Among the other interesting pieces - automatic HDR, shooting "SELF" voice and gestures. G3 is able to write video in 4K resolution, but also in the mode of 120 frames per second.

And again on the back cover. Yes, it is removable. Under the hood - the battery capacity of 3000 mAh, slots under the SIM-card and microSD up to 128 gigabytes. And in the cover hides inductive coil for wireless charging. This thing really works - the convenience is obvious. Cons - the device is heated and longer charging.

Yes, despite the fairly powerful battery, a miracle happened - the device still keeps some smaller G2 - on subjective feelings on the quarter. Those who love numbers - video playback G3 lasted less than 6 hours.

We have in store and ace in the sleeve - or rather, on the wrist - especially for those who are still wavering in choosing a smartphone. Sales finally appeared Watch LG G Watch. This is the first company in the segment of smart watch - and in this situation the LG acts as a catch-up.

LG G Watch
B> Price: 8000 rub.

display: 1, 65 '', 280h280, IPS, sensor
OS: Android Wear
Support: Android 4.3+
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400, 1, 2 GHz
Feedback: Bluetooth 4.0
RAM: 512 MB
Memory: 4GB
Protection: IP67
Battery: 400 mAh
Dimensions, weight: 46, 5h37, 9x9, 95 mm, 63 g
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LG Watch perfectly complement G3 - however, like any other smartphone on Android 4.3 and above. The clock is synchronized with a smartphone via Bluetooth, running a special version of "Android» - Android Wear - and not only can display any notifications on the screen, but controlled voice.

Suffice it to say, "Okay, Google," and then say one of the fifty voice command to the screen hours hatched information you need - data is first downloaded to your smartphone from the Internet, and then automatically transferred to the LG Watch. With these hours, you can also dictate notes, write messages and letters. In general, the piece is not only fun, but also useful.

Design - strict. The body is protected from moisture and dust. Charge the watch by using a special magnetic mini-cradle. Which, incidentally, would have to use quite often: the battery capacity in mAh 400, alas, only enough for half a day - perhaps this is due to the fact that for us to review hit test specimen G Watch, but in any case it must be noted that this gadget called "long-playing" with all due respect to the LG will not work.

To summarize. G3 today by far the most powerful and interesting set of indicators on the smartphone. Naturally, this will not last long. But now it is probably the best investment. As said by the ancient Romans - carpe diem, capture the moment ...

But do not go to the philosophers to understand - we live in an imperfect world. And G3 have vulnerabilities. His strength and his weakness is - a screen that takes up and processing power, and battery capacity.

There is another drawback - the lack of water resistance. Unfortunately, the importance of this parameter had a chance to get a feel for yourself: just before the preparation of the review was drowned smartphone LG G2 - the device has been dropped into a shallow pond and immediately got, to dry (at the G2 has a removable battery). The smartphone continues to work, but, alas, does not respond to manipulation of the touch screen, and the hardware buttons work through time. It remains to wish the readers 'Habra' dexterity, diligence and appropriate behavior on the reservoirs.

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