Launch of LG V20: The First Smartphone to Feature Android 7.0 Nougat

The highly-anticipated LG V20, the first smartphone to run Android 7.0 Nougat, has been unveiled. This cell phone launch aligns with the predictions we previously made, and we are delighted to share the key features of this groundbreaking device.

The LG V20 comes with Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820 Processor. It showcases a 5.7-inch QHD IPS Quantum Display (2560 x 1440 / 513ppi) as the main display and a Secondary IPS Quantum Display (160 x 1040 / 513ppi). It also boasts a robust device memory with 4GB LPDDR4 RAM, 64GB UFS ROM, and a microSD capacity of up to 2TB.

One of the highlights of the LG V20 is undoubtedly its cameras. The front camera features a 5MP lens with an F1.9 aperture (Wide Angle), while the rear hosts two cameras; a 16MP lens with an F1.8 aperture OIS (Standard Angle) and an 8MP lens with F2.4 aperture (Wide Angle).

Powered by a 3200mAh removable battery, the LG V20 operates on Android 7.0 Nougat. It measures 159.7 x 78.1 x 7.6mm in size and supports an LTE-A 3 Band CA network. It contains an array of connectivity options including X12 LTE, Wi-Fi (802.11 a, b, g, n, ac), USB Type-C, Bluetooth 4.2 BLE, and NFC.

The phone is available in several color variants, including Titan, Silver, and Pink. Other aesthetics and performance enhancements include Hi-Fi Video Recording, Steady Record 2.0, HD Audio Recorder, Studio Mode, High AOP Mic, Second Screen, Qualcomm ® Quick Charge™ 3.0, and much more.

The dual-screen display, which comprises a 5.7-inch Quad HD primary screen with a V10-style secondary screen, enables exceptional user experience, especially when launching apps. Furthermore, the phone’s audio feature is one of its distinctive characteristics. Thanks to LG’s Hi-Fi feature, the LG V20 skillfully eliminates background noise, thereby significantly enhancing the quality of sound output.

Additionally, in certain markets excluding the US, but definitively including Korea, and dependent on the availability, the LG V20 will feature B&O PLAY, which is touted to deliver a balanced and natural sound, reflecting B&O PLAY’s acoustic engineering philosophy. This means a superior audio experience including automatic sound tuning capabilities.

It’s also worth noting that as the first phone to feature Android’s latest iteration, LG V20 will be the first device to utilize Google’s “In Apps” search application which allows users to search for content within third-party apps.

However, for those outside Korea, you may need to wait a little longer to get your hands on this new marvel. Typically, new phone releases can take up to two months or more to reach the US, and from there to other global markets.

While no official pricing details were disclosed at the launch, the industry speculation suggests setting a budget between $350 and $500 to purchase the LG V20 outright. This estimate is especially relevant for those reluctant to purchase phones on contract like it’s common in Nigeria and several other African nations.

In light of this eventful day, let’s not overlook another crucial happening in the tech world. It’s also the day when we get a glimpse of what the much-touted iPhone 7 truly looks like as suggested by the media invitation sent out last month.