LG Optimus G2 spotted in benchmarks, boasts of 2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 CPU

The successor to LG flagship smartphone, the LG Optimus G has made its appearance online. The smartphone conveniently called the LG Optimus G2 was spotted in the AnTuTu benchmark along with Bluetooth SIG getting its Bluetooth certification.

In the AnTuTu Benchmark score it is revealed that there will be three variants of the smartphone - the F320K, F320L and F340L. The F320K is powered by a 1.5GHz processor and runs on Android 4.1.2. A 2GHz processor and run on Android 4.2 power the F320L and the F340L. It is most likely that the F320L and the F340L run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset.

An interesting reveal from the benchmark scores is that the F320L, which as a 2GHz processor scored less than the F320K, which has a 2GHz processor in the AnTuTu, benchmark. It is possible that the three variants of the smartphone are for different carriers in the US or may be for different regions globally. The Samsung Galaxy S4 has two variant launched globally. One that runs on the Qualcomm chipset and the other, which runs on the Exinos 5 Octa chipset.

In terms of other specifications, the LG Optimus G2 will have a 5-inch display with a full HD 19020x1080 pixel resolution. Keeping up with the next generation smartphone hardware, the device will house a 13MP rear camera and sport a 2.1MP front facing camera for video calling. A 3200mAh battery is expected to power the device.

There is no official information about the LG Optimus G2 but leaks suggest that the device will be unveiled to the public in August/September 2013.


Source: http://www.thinkdigit.com/Mobiles-PDAs/LG-Optimus-G2-spotted-in-benchmarks-boasts_14507.html

LG Optimus G2 to run on Snapdragon 800 processor, reveal benchmark scores

Benchmark leaks have become unofficial sources which sometimes give us roughly accurate information about the hardware specifications of upcoming smartphones and tablets. Another addition to this source of information is the hardware powering the LG Optimus G2, a successor to the recently launched Optimus G.

The information about the G2 comes from GLBenchmark, which suggest that smartphone will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset. The specifications hint that the LG Optimus G2 D801 sports a 1.7GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 (MSM8974) processor, 2GB RAM and the Adreno 330 GPU. It will house a full HD 1920x1080 pixel display. The size of the display is still unknown. Straight out of the box, the device will run on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. It is also expected to house a 13MP rear-facing camera and a front-facing camera for video chatting.

The leaked information also suggests that the G2 will come to the US via T-Mobile.

In India, LG hasn’t been able to grab a stellar market share when it comes to the flagship smartphones. It recently launched the LG Optimus G, which we think is a fantastic device despite its few shortcomings. We have also seen HTC’s flagship smartphone, the Butterfly launch in India and boast of the Snapdragon 600 chipset. One version of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 will also be powered by the Snapdragon 600 chipset where as another model will be powered by Samsung’s own Exynos 5 Octa chipset.

What remains to be seen is what added features does LG bring to the table with the Optimus G2 considering the fact that every manufacturer is gunning for the best specifications under the hood.

Source: http://www.thinkdigit.com/Mobiles-PDAs/LG-Optimus-G2-to-run-on-Snapdragon_14045.html

Intel and LG deal brings WiDi streaming to HDTVs without the dongle

Intel's Wireless Display tech has promised to pull together properly equipped laptops and nearby HDTV screens since its debut last year, but until now always required an extra add-on for the TV side of the equation. That will change next year, thanks to an agreement by the chipmaker with LG promising its Cinema 3D Smart TV line will be the first ones with WiDi built right in. Just like it does with existing dongles, compatible devices can stream content (including HDCP protected video like DVDs and Blu-rays, as of Sandy Bridge) to the display while displaying something different on their own screen, and don't require an active WiFi or internet setup to make it all happen. The press release (included after the break) promises demonstrations next month at CES, while some manufacturers like Philips have included similar technology, we'll see if this becomes a standard feature.

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/intel-and-lg-deal-brings-widi-streaming-to-hdtvs-without-the-don/