This post will be updated regularly as we take a closer look at the latest rumors surrounding the successor to the LG G6.
The G6 was a big upgrade over its predecessor. LG got rid of the gimmicky modular design and opted for a gorgeous new glass and metal body with thin bezels. What will its successor bring to the table? Here are the rumors we've been hearing.
LG G7 ThinQ: Name and release date
The nitty-gritty
- LG has confirmed that the smartphone will be called the G7 ThinQ. Yikes!
- It will make its debut on May 2 in New York and May 3 in South Korea.
It was initially thought that the successor to the LG G6 will not be called the G7. However, those earlier reports turned out to be false. The tech giant has confirmed that its flagship will actually go by the name of LG G7 ThinQ. This is an extremely odd move for LG. The company has the perfect opportunity to rebrand its flagship series, and instead it's going with the same, super weird ThinQ branding it used on its repurposed LG V30 at MWC.
LG V30S ThinQ
Unlike the G6 and G5, LG's upcoming flagship wasn't announced at MWC in Barcelona as initially expected. A report from The Investor claims that the CEO of LG Electronics, Jo Seong-jin, ordered a revision of the upcoming flagship, which pushed back its reveal date. The decision to start over from scratch was made immediately after CES concluded, reportedly because the company wasn't able to find a strong selling point for the upcoming device.
So, when will the G7 ThinQ be introduced? LG has confirmed that it will reveal the handset at Metropolitan West in Manhattan, New York on May 2. There will also be a second unveiling at the IPark Mall in Seoul on the May 3.
LG G7 ThinQ: Specs and features
The nitty-gritty
- The LG G7 ThinQ could come with a 6-inch display.
- The handset may be powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset.
- The flagship is rumored to have an iris scanner and dedicated AI button on board.
Evan Blass shared a few alleged specs of the G7 ThinQ, giving us an idea of what the smartphone could bring to the table.
It might feature a 6-inch 18:9 Full Vision display, making it larger than that of the LG G6 (5.7-inch). No word on resolution, but we expect it to be QHD+. LG will apparently use an MLCD+ panel on its flagship, which is a fairly new technology. It's reportedly capable of 800-nit brightness while consuming less battery power than traditional IPS LCD panels.
According to a report from The Investor, the reason why LG will opt for an LCD panel instead of an OLED one is to save money — LCD displays are much cheaper to produce. To give you an example, the iPhone 8 Plus' 5.5-inch screen costs Apple $52, while the 5.8-inch OLED display for the iPhone X sets the company back $110, according to IHS Markit.
However, the latest report from ETnews tells us a different story. The site claims there will actually be two versions of the LG G7 ThinQ — one with an OLED display and one with an LCD display. Other than the screen, the two models are expected to be the same in terms of specs and design.
This sounds like a weird strategy, even for LG, so do take this one with a grain of salt. But it is possible. If true, there's a good chance each of the two devices will be aimed at different markets, as selling them both in the same stores would likely confuse consumers.
The G7 ThinQ is expected to come with the latest and greatest Snapdragon 845 chipset.
The G6 launched with the older Snapdragon 821 last year because Samsung had first dibs on the 835. It looks like things will be different this year, as the G7 ThinQ is expected to come with the latest and greatest Snapdragon 845 chipset under the hood, just like the Galaxy S9. Unfortunately, the smartphone might not get an upgrade in the memory department. It's said to come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage like its predecessor.
Blass claims the G7 ThinQ may have a dual-camera setup on board featuring 16MP sensors with f/1.6 lenses. AI features like the ones seen on the LG V30S ThinQ are also said to be on board. The smartphone is rumored to come with stereo speakers, HDR imaging, and IP68 rating for protection against water and dust. Wireless charging is also mentioned, but we don't know if it will be available globally or exclusive to the U.S. like with the G6.
According to another report out of Korea, the G6 successor will feature a dedicated AI button right below the volume keys. That sounds a lot like a dedicated Bixby button to us! That report also claimed that the device will come with a wide f/1.5 aperture camera.
Other rumors we've come across suggest that in addition to a fingerprint sensor, the LG G7 ThinQ might also sport an iris scanner. This isn't a new feature, as we've seen it on a few Samsung devices so far, but it would be a first for LG.
The rumor is based on a patent for the iris scanner, first spotted by LetsGoDigital. On paper, the scanner appears to be more advanced than the one in Samsung devices. It's supposed to get the job done in various lighting conditions by adjusting to allow for variations in pupil size. It should also be safer, making sure it can't be tricked with a photo.
We've also come across a report claiming that the G7 ThinQ will be 5G-enabled, allowing for super-fast download speeds. That won't mean much if the network doesn't support it, though.
Read next: What is 5G?
Other specs and features we expect to see include expandable storage, Android Oreo, and a headphone jack. A Quad DAC for an improved audio experience could also be on board, which hopefully won't be exclusive to South Korea and a few other Asian countries like with the G6.
| LG G7 ThinQ rumored specifications | |
|---|---|
| Display | 6-inch MLCD+/OLED panel 2,880 x 1,440 resolution 18:9 aspect ratio |
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| MicroSD | Yes, up to 256GB |
| Camera | Dual-camera setup with 16MP sensors and f/1.6 lenses |
| Water resistant | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | Yes |
| Software | Android Oreo |
LG G7 ThinQ: Design
Concept renders designed by Ben Geskin Techno Buffalo
The nitty-gritty
- Leaked renders suggests we might see an all-new, unoriginal design.
- The G7 ThinQ could sport an iPhone X-like notch.
- The device may come with a side-mounted power button.
The folks over at Android Headlines got their hands on an alleged image of the LG G7 ThinQ (below), giving us an idea of what the smartphone will probably look like. It shows that the flagship could sport thinner bezels than its predecessor, but may be equipped with an iPhone X-like notch — which not everyone is a fan of.
The renders also show a vertically positioned dual-camera setup — as opposed to the horizontal one of the G6 — and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is said to come in five colors: Aurora Black, Platinum Grey, Moroccan Blue, Moroccan Blue (Matte), and Raspberry Rose.
Evan Blass also shared an alleged image of the LG G7 ThinQ, which reveals some additional info: the device could come with a side-mounted power button. This would mark a departure for LG's flagships, having used a rear power button since the days of the LG G2.
LG G7….ThinQ. pic.twitter.com/qEVKHbfGFd
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) April 17, 2018
We've also come across a 360-degree video allegedly showing the LG G7 ThinQ, which was released by OnLeaks and Mr. Phone. They show the device from all angles and tell us the same story as the images above.
If this is indeed the final design of the G7 ThinQ, LG is just asking for trouble. We're not saying that it's ugly, but it doesn't stand out. It doesn't offer anything new, anything we haven't seen before. LG has to be bolder when it comes to design and quit playing it safe. Otherwise, it will never be able to truly compete with companies like Samsung.
LG G7 ThinQ: Price
The nitty-gritty
- The G7 ThinQ could be more expensive than the G6, retailing for as much as $800.
- A price tag of around $700 would be a good way to go, as that would mean the G7 ThinQ would undercut the S9 series.
The unlocked version of the G6 was listed at $700 on LG's website at launch, but you could get it for as low as $600 from B&H and other retailers during the pre-order period. However, it looks like its successor could be more expensive.
According to a report from ETnews, the G7 ThinQ will cost 100,000 won (~$94) more than its predecessor. Based on last year's pricing, this could mean the handset may set you back around $700 or $800, depending on the retailer. For comparison, the Galaxy S9 costs $720, while its bigger brother goes for $840.
A price tag of around $700 (or lower) would be a great way to go, as that would mean the G7 ThinQ would undercut both the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. But if the price goes up to $800 or maybe even higher, LG could have a hard time luring consumers away from Samsung's offering.
There you have it — these are all the rumors we've come across so far about the G7 ThinQ. When we hear more, we'll update this page to keep you up to speed with all the latest.
Meanwhile, share your thoughts on LG's upcoming smartphone with us. Will it be more popular than its predecessor? Let us know in the comments.
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