Rarely have we looked forward to an LG phone like the G3. Of course, the company has been making desirable Android phones for some time, but they never really stand out from the rest. With the G3 it seems to be really different.
Because they really pulled out all the stops at LG to be distinctive. In terms of hardware, software, design, user-friendliness, marketing and even accessories. Nothing seems to have been left to chance, as if it's on or under for LG. That's a bit exaggerated of course, LG was already doing reasonably well with the G2. It just wants to make sure that the G3 will positively overshadow that success.
Moreover, the LG with the G3 seems to want to usher in a new era, one of phones with Quad HD screens. The question is whether other manufacturers will follow. Samsung seems to want to come up with an answer anyway. Other manufacturers are expected to wait a while with such high resolutions. Among the current competitors are the Samsung Galaxy S5, Sony Xperia Z2 and the HTC One (M8). However, precisely because of its size, the larger Note 3 or its future successor could also be seen as an alternative.
What's with the device?
The LG G3 D855 comes in a rather ostentatious box that is asymmetrically cut. Inside we find a charger, data cable, headphones and some documentation. It doesn't seem to be just earbuds but the so called 'QuadBeat 2 LE530'. The cord is flat so it doesn't get tangled up, the sound quality is above average and there are control buttons and a microphone in it. A total of three different types of attachments are included to find the perfect connection in the ear.
LG has also released a matching accessory; the QuickCircle cover. This is a separate cover where you have to replace the back and a round hole in the front. The G3 recognizes the cover and the interface is adapted to it. Notifications are shown but you can also operate the phone without opening the cover. The QuickCircle cover costs 39.99 euros and is available in different colours.
