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LG Signature Edition (2017) review

Android OS v8.0 (Oreo)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
Adreno 540
6 GB / 256 GB
6 inches (1440 x 2880 px)
16 + 13 MP, 4656 x 3492 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization

LG announced the launch of the Signature Edition smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the LG Signature Edition phone with 6 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage.

The LG Signature Edition comes with Android OS v8.0 (Oreo) out of the box, and a Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6 inches phone comes with a high resolution OLED display (1440 x 2880 px).

LG Signature Edition specifications

BrandLG
NameSignature Edition
ModelV30SE
Release date2017

Body

The weight of LG Signature Edition is about 6.67 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this LG phone are average (5.97 x 2.97 x 0.29 inches).

Weight6.67 oz
Dimensions5.97 x 2.97 x 0.29 inches
Colorsblack, white
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The LG Signature Edition comes with Android OS v8.0 (Oreo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v8.0 (Oreo)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.45 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.9 GHz Kryo
GPUAdreno 540

Display

The size of Signature Edition screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6 inches phone comes with OLED display. The OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) is a display technology based on the use of organic polymers as the semiconductor material in Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs). The 6 inches OLED display of LG Signature Edition with 1440 x 2880 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeOLED
Screen size6 inches
Resolution1440 x 2880 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of LG Signature Edition (6 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (256 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM6 GB
Internal storage256 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Signature Edition is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Signature Edition has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Selfie camera5 MP
Main camera16 + 13 MP, 4656 x 3492 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization
FlashDual LED

Connectivity

The LG Signature Edition supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Signature Edition comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Signature Edition phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Signature Edition isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Signature Edition phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This LG phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Signature Edition phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Signature Edition is a safe and durable IP68 dustproof and waterproof smartphone built for outdoor usage. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. The Signature Edition comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.

Sensorsaccelerometer, barometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, hall, light, proximity
SpecialsCertified IP68 dustproof and waterproof, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Fast charging, Quick Charge, Wireless charging

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the LG Signature Edition, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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LG Signature Edition / V30SE

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