Taking on OnePlus 7T, LG launches G8s ThinQ in India
As an addition to its G-series of smartphones, LG has launched the all-new G8s ThinQ in India. Priced at Rs. 36,990, the flagship handset will be up for grabs starting today via company's retail partner stores. The key highlights of the phone include its premium all-glass design, Hand ID authentication, military-grade build quality, and top-tier internals. Here's more.
At a glance
The LG G8s ThinQ features an iPhone X-like notched design with an ultra slim bezel at the bottom. On the rear, it houses horizontally aligned triple cameras and a physical fingerprint sensor. The phone sports a 6.21-inch OLED display with full-HD+ (1080x2248 pixels) resolution and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Further, it comes with IP68 rating and MIL-STD-810G compliant durability.
For the shutterbugs and selfie lovers
The LG G8s ThinQ sports triple rear cameras including a 12MP (f/1.8) primary sensor, 13MP (f/2.4) ultra-wide-angle camera, and 12MP (f/2.6) telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. Up front, the dual camera module comprises an 8MP (f/1.9) main sensor, paired with a 3D TOF Z camera which offers features including Face Unlock, Hand ID (scans veins in your hand), and Air Motion (touchless commands).
Under the hood
The LG G8s ThinQ is powered by a Snapdragon 855 processor, paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage. Under the hood, it runs Android Pie-based LG UX 8 and packs a 3,550mAh battery with Quick Charge 3 (18W) fast-charging support. Furthermore, the phone offers all standard sensors and latest connectivity options including dual-SIMs (Nano), dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Type-C port, and headphone jack.
Finally, what about pricing?
As far as pocket pinch is concerned, the LG G8s ThinQ is priced at Rs. 36,990 for the solo 6GB/128GB model. At this price point, the phone goes up against rivals such as OnePlus-7t'>OnePlus 7T, ASUS 6Z, and iPhone Xr.
