LG G3

[xuan87]

Like you, I was a sucker for the Note 2. Got it, used it, hated it and sold it off. I have sworn off phablets ever since then. For me, a phone has to have good one-handed operation and easily slot into my pocket with making me uncomfortable. Phablets are too large, it gets really uncomfortable having them in your pocket when you're sitting down, at least in my experience.

I feel that Android manufacturers really have their priorities screwed up.
I think they have overestimated the demand for large phones. Ok, maybe we want phones with large screens, but not COMICALLY large. They have completely sacrificed the ergonomics of the phone to give us a large screen. I know a lot of people who share the sentiments as me.
These days, all Android flagships come with 5" and above screens, while smaller phones get pathetic specifications. This is why I think the iPhone 5s is so popular with consumers. It delivers a flagship experience with a easily accessible design. There are rumors of both a flagship 4.7" and 5.5/5.7" iPhones. If this proves to be true, then Apple has really made a smart choice. It decided to make a larger phone, but not that large so as not to alienate users who don't want and need a phablet. It then has a phablet to cater to those who want large phones.

Coming back to the topic of Android manufacturers having screwed up priorities, another example would be the gimmicks they come up with to market their products. I don't want to name names here.

Oh, and what about giving us 1080p screens but still giving us the same paltry 16gb of storage for so many years. With a 1080p screen and advanced specifications, users would naturally want to install sophisticated apps and games that take advantage of the hardware. Some apps/games can be over 1Gb! How the hell are we supposed to do that with only 16gb of storage? I know often, there is microsd card expansion but I'd rather have more onboard storage.

Seriously, Android manufacturers need to get their s**t together or else my next phone is going to be an iPhone.
And yes, I do know that Apple grossly overcharges for storage, but I'm willing to pay for what I really want.

Omg you have the exact same thoughts as me....

I had my eyes set on the LG G3, Moto X2 or X+1, and the iPhone 6, with my main focus on a good camera and a screen no larger than 5 inch, the most ideal being 4.7 inch.

Then the rumors come out with the LG G3 has a screen at 5.5 inch, the Moto X+1 at 5.2 inch, and the OnePlus One at 5.5 inch.

I think the iPhone 6 will probably be the only flagship phone with a small but decently size screen in 2014....

 

[lgmw33]

It all depends on users choice. I guess the trend now is big screen.

 

[Icy Icecream]

lg g3 when out?

 

[Nuclear Boy]

lg g3 when out?

I believe it'd be unveiled on 27 May.

 

[sky37]

This is EXACTLY the reason why I was so pissed off that HTC decided to bring only the 16gb variant of the M8 here.

Makes me think if I should just hold on my HTC One (M7) 64GB after I swap to Isai LGL22

 

[sky37]

Cloud storage is not viable for many uses, such as streaming of HiRes music, as well as High resolution videos. Unless we have unlimited data plan. But then again, we would also need highly stable connection. I don't even get 4G connection sometimes.

Like you said, it would be good if they offer us choices of 32, 64 and 128gb.

Do you start seeing a conspiracy theory developing?
We are stuck with our content in the cloud, and assuming the operators can provide a stable connection, we'll pay through our noses to get OUR content!

That brings home a second point on why companies like Google and Facebook are starting to see how to deploy high bandwidth connectivities, without having to rely on the operators, and controlling their own destiny.

 

[audiovideo]

why need the nonsense cloud?
otg cannot meh?

 

[Nuclear Boy]

It might actually come with a micro-SD card slot (though battery will definitely be non-removable), we'll never know until the device is unveiled in a few weeks time. Can't wait for it.

 

[audiovideo]

this will be the G3 I want
thickness around 8mm will be perfect
and width and height slightly bigger than G2 will be great... same will be bestest
the back wrap around like htc butterfly or One will be fantastic

 

[sky37]

why need the nonsense cloud?
otg cannot meh?

Storing on the cloud would meant one less item to carry about, one less item to lose.
OTG the next best choice if cannot expand via MicroSD.
But not all devices support OTG. And also something protruding out, liable to accidental removal as well.

 

[audiovideo]

anyway since got microSD expansion... no issue

got a friend gana sabo by someone who taught her how to use dropbox and end up her photo which "auto upload" kana exposed... there is risk for those less savvy or unfamiliar

 

[newouverture]

anyway since got microSD expansion... no issue

got a friend gana sabo by someone who taught her how to use dropbox and end up her photo which "auto upload" kana exposed... there is risk for those less savvy or unfamiliar

Kitkat has made the micro sdcard useless since it has blocked copying of apps or files.

 

[xuan87]

this will be the G3 I want
thickness around 8mm will be perfect
and width and height slightly bigger than G2 will be great... same will be bestest
the back wrap around like htc butterfly or One will be fantastic

More pics, though it looks like it already has a protective case:

 

[kennyg1969]

Kitkat has made the micro sdcard useless since it has blocked copying of apps or files.

You have to rely on the in built file explorer to move files to the sd card

 

[Computeron]

this will be the G3 I want
thickness around 8mm will be perfect
and width and height slightly bigger than G2 will be great... same will be bestest
the back wrap around like htc butterfly or One will be fantastic

more or less will look like this after looking all the leaked images.
we will be shock if its flex.

 

[kelvinti]

I wonder if the rear LED is preserved with that new look meralic power button?

 

[kelvinti]

On the side note, the rear volume buttons are in fact, very practical and easier to reach compared to the side.

One has to use it to realize how good it is.

I was so sceptical about it until I got my Pro 2!

 

[Nuclear Boy]

If it's really a unibody, how will we be able to insert our micro-SD card if there's really a slot for one?

The SIM card, on the other hand, can be like the iPhone-type tray perhaps.

 

[myhairverypain]

Really hope it comes with microSD this time.

 

[sky37]

If it's really a unibody, how will we be able to insert our micro-SD card if there's really a slot for one?

The SIM card, on the other hand, can be like the iPhone-type tray perhaps.

If the SIM card can be side-loaded through a tray, I believe microSD card can do likewise.