LG has shifted the India launch date for its G5 modular smartphone by a week. The phone, as previously revealed by News18.com, was scheduled to come to India on May 23 and now June 1 is the new launch date. Pre-bookings that were to begin on May 13 will now start from May 20, according to a source familiar with the India launch plans.
The phone which is the first-of-its-kind in the company's portfolio, is expected to be priced over Rs 50,000.
Featuring a modular approach to design, the G5 lets users pop out the phone's bottom and swap in new hardware features. Early options include a camera grip with physical buttons to take shots and control video recording.
As revealed previously by News18.com, the camera module, that can be attached through the battery slot to deliver controls of a standalone camera, will be given as a freebie to only those who pre-book it.
Encased in a metal aluminium body, the LG G5 features a slide-out battery design, which means users can easily swap out a depleted battery for a fully charged one in seconds.
The main camera on LG's G5 smartphone will have both a regular lens for standard shots and a wider-angle lens so you can capture more of what's in front of you without having to step back.
A B&O sound system can also be added by sliding a module into the phone case.
The always-on display on the G5 allows users to view notifications time, date and other information without waking the phonne. The 3D Arc Glass in the G5's 5.3-inch display creates a gentle curve.
The LG G5 is equipped with a Snapdragon 820 processor that offers 64-bit performance and Adreno 530 graphics. The G5 offers Quick Charge 3.0 for fast charging.
LG has been losing money from its mobile business as its flagship products have struggled over the years. With a different approach in the G5 the company is attempting to distinguish itself in an already crowded market.
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