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[LG V20 Real Life Review] :
Absolutely! Even I thought of buying G6 than realized that LG V20 is still the audio king. Audio is my main requirement and there is no other phone which is as good as LG V20 as of now. Even G6 can't beat it. I will directly upgrade to V30. I think LG need to add more Ram to their devices. They concentrate so much on awesome and unique features that almost forget to optimize software. Oneplus 5 is greatly getting benefited from additional RAM. RAM usage is high on both OP5 and LG V20 as compare to HTC 10. But OP5 has extra RAM to counter any slowness due to heavy load. Overall LG V20 is more of entertainment device. Big screen, removable battery, IR blaster, great camera with best manual control and dual screen. You can carry this phone on vacation with extra batteries and high capacity battery case to enjoy your trip without worrying about charging your phone. It has the best audio recording capabilities so you can capture your fond memories with high quality audio. Military grade certification gives peace of mind. I hope V30 comes with water proofing.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] rsohne:
Just got the v20 I had been eyeing for 10 months. Couldn't beat the price and finally pulled the trigger. Listening to my Sennheisers with the quad dac and can't believe I'm listening to a phone.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Moon75:
The v20 for $300 its pretty good deal kinda of a steal as it cost $700 when it was new released, in Asia we got G6 with the same spec 4Gb ram/64 or 128Gb rom with audio dac for $400-450 which come in smaller form more compact.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] thehondablaze:
The US variant of the G6

If i remember correctly, the LG G6 in the US doesn't have the DAC :(

I am not much of a fan of the rear being glass as well (more to break) -but speaking of that, whatever replaces my v20 and has a glass body will only be put in an otter case or this other case that I am using (covrware) it was very cheap and it does well for me and my v20.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] eric.clay42:
I just ended up returning my T-Mobile V20 (mine was recertified from Amazon) and got a different phone entirely (Moto G5 Plus 64GB). Still have wifi calling and VoLTE on T-Mobile, that was the only reason I got a T-Mobile branded device in the first place.

I'll miss the removable battery and the DAC, but otherwise the motorola matches or beats the V20 in everything else that actually matters to me (storage, battery life, responsiveness, PRICE).

Very glad to be free of carrier locks and bloatware, and I'm really enjoying my fully functional fastboot.

Overall, I didn't have much love for the V20. Could have been a great phone, but the locked down fastboot, poor battery life and bloatware really killed it for me.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] oleg77:
Sorry for this late reply. Just change the way you handle the phone. You have to form a cup with your palm to redirect sound from under the phone to you. :good:
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Vyom:
Does the OTG not work on LG V20 using MicroUSB to type C adapter? I am thinking to buy this beast. But a few things like this is stopping me to do it!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] JowarDR:
Is it worth to get it as a budge phone around 300$ these days? I love the design and the specs, but updates worries me a lot.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Jaws4God:
One of the best all around smartphones in my opinion. Has so many great features and doesn't have many issues or flaws.. plus is very affordable right now.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] kafa81:
I made a switch 10 days ago from HTC Desire 820 to LG V20 and i can't imagine to go back. I know it is a higher class than HTC Desire, and it has more to give then a mid-range Desire, but this phone has everything my heart desires :)
[LG V20 Real Life Review] EyeQ-:
I bought my V20 for £280. Amazing bargain in my eyes. Yeah, I think I do lover 'her' ;)

Previous to the V20 I had an LG G3, and before that I had a Nexus 4. Last three phones all made by LG. Life's Good
[LG V20 Real Life Review] flyingkytez:
Guess you can call me a fanboy or whatever but this phone is a true Android lover's phone. It offers many useful features and allows much more freedom compared to others. Removable battery, IR blaster, headphone jack with quad DAC, MicroSD slot with a huge 64GB storage, a very speedy and fluid OS, useful 2nd screen display, great battery performance, and FM tuner (for some variants). Design and build quality is perfect, metal is my choice of material for a phone as glass is too shiney and fragile. Fingerprint sensor is correctly placed and the double tap to wake is a must have feature after you've used it. The camera is VERY good despite what people say. Sure colors don't pop like on the Samsung phones but a photo editing app will fix that (Samsung and Pixel phones do a lot of post processing). FYI it still has a 16MP sensor vs 12MP, you'll notice the difference if you zoom in or view on a large screen. The wide angel is very useful and fun, and PLUS it has a FRONT wide angle as well, great for group shots and landscape shots. People in 2017 want shiney bezel-less phones and less features. Well it's their loss, the V20 provides much more and for less in a slim form factor, so much power packed into one package. Definitely not a phone for everyone but for those "power users" who want more. A truly innovative phone that is much needed in today's market.

FYI there's a Pixel 2 camera app that someone modded and released that works great on the V20. The phone takes phenomenal photos now like the S8 or Pixel thanks to the HDR+ post processing effects.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] mookiexl:
The more I use the DAC and the IR blaster the more I love this phone. Updates and development used to be top priority but with a few good roms I'm still very much satisfied. I think LG nailed it with this one coming from an ex Samsung fan boy. Best 400 ever spent.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] york824:
Coming from Huawei Mate 9, paid $200 for the LG V20. So far it's been great. What I love: cameras, DAC, screen, 2nd screen, removable battery.

The only thing I wish would've been better is the battery life, because battery life on Huawei Mate 9 is just hard to match.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Andrew0811:
What is good:

+dual sim& SD card

+shock proof

+speaker quite loud

+good camera quality & camera app

+nice power & fingerprint position

+signal strength is very good

+removable battery

+shut down is fast

+double tap screen is good

+FM radio

+IR blaster

+very loud headphone

what is bad:

-auto brightness is too bright

-not ip rated

-screen image retention is bad

-screen led became black(wear out)

-screen too bright for night use

-no 4g/3g for Indonesia h990ds out of the box

-not lte/wcdma/gsm by default for some 4g only sim card

-no 4g only

-can't use torchlight with camera

-no usb mass storage

-camera bump

-software update is like snail

-no unlock bootloader for h990ds

-no led notification

-camera flash is bad

-no wireless chargin option

-no nfc location marked

-too many not so useful features, wifi direct, smart share, lg cloud, lg air drive, lg account, etc.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] HD2FORNICK:
I bought one on Amazon for $189 and every penny of that is well worth this phone. I bought it for the quad DAC and this has not disappointed me at all. The sound is amazing with my high impedance cans and believe me this phone drives those cans without issues and tons of power to spare. I have ditched my FIIO DAPs and amps and this is my go to DAP.

The camera is pretty nice too wit the wide angle serving up a lot of fun shots. The screen resolution is awesome and once I got over the AMOLED screen then it was all gravy. I bought this LG knowing that it is not a Nexus and will probably not see enough software updates but I am OK with that. This is a beautiful sleek designed phone and has plenty of power under the hood and so far hasn't disappointed me.

Now I could make a list of CONS but I could make one of every phone I have owned so far including the Nexus6, Note 4 and 5, etc.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Leo328:
Just picked up a H990 DS (dual sim) for $396 AUD (x 0.75 for USD at time of writing) which seems expensive but the dual sim versions command a premium. Really looking forward to the high-quality audio. I still use AUX IN for playing music on my car and its very annoying having to turn up volume on my Galaxy Note Edge (note 4) to maximum and have to also increase the volume on the car's stereo significantly to get decent volume. You basically go deaf when you switch back to the CD or radio! My car has a factory-fitted THX-certified sound system (BMW E85 Z4 M Roadster).

Love the fact that its durable, has a replaceable battery, good camera and secondary screen (I find it useful on the Note Edge). Was going to buy another Samsung but realised that what I've loved about Samsung phones is no longer around - replaceable battery, durability (see how easily people smash their S8 screens!) and practicality(second screen) and cool multi-media capabilities with the DAC and great video quality. Already bought spare battery and charger to compensate for what may be a bad battery issue, but its probably not as bad as people are stating.

Really useful that it also has expandable storage in addition to (not in place of) being dual sim. Got mine in black and can't wait!!!!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] julian67:
1 star lost as battery life is weak. Everything else is great. Sound quality with good headphones is somewhere between perfect and amazing. It's better than any other portable device I've heard, and, so far as I can tell, is in no way inferior to Asus Xonar DX and D1 cards installed in my PCs. The camera is great and very easy to use. The 4G modem really hangs onto poor signals well and speed is good. WiFi performance is great. I love this thing.

edit: I have a Verizon VS995 but I'm using it in UK on EE network.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] dornz:
Only got mine yessy deadly phone :)
[LG V20 Real Life Review] pjb0521:
Just got my H918 a few days ago, absolutely love it. Unlocked it, rooted it, then flashed it with TWRP and SuperV20 as soon as I got it. Best phone I've ever used (which doesn't set the bar too high, considering that the phone I just replaced was my first smartphone, the G5).

Second display, removable battery, audio quality and overall build are what makes this phone absolutely killer.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Android Morelos:
GREAT

I´ve had various devices and love LG Phones, they are great and really worth it, i´had 2 Samsung Smartphones (Galaxy S4 mini and Verizon Galaxy Note 4 (which sucked). the s4 was good but it lacked quality and got really hot. The note 4 competly sucked.

After that i got a cheap LG G2 D800 which is an amazing phone, the battery, speed and design are from another world (at the time).

Next i bought a Hard Bricked LG G3 D851, Which i managed to repair succesfully, and it was as great as the G2.

In Dicember 2017 i got the LG V20 i really wanted this phone it is one of the last high end smartphones which has a removable battery. The only problems i´ve had are: 1 The screen has ghosting with stock firmware and 2: Loading TWRP to it if you´ve updated to version 10k or above is a nigh mare and its risky but worth it.

In conclution LG software sucks like most non vanilla firmwares

In conclution just get phones that support AOSP OS.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] kendaluk:
Hello,

First of all i love the site :D, My Kaiser is now pumped up with some of the best software that you guys have recommened, My Fav software so far is the HTC Album with the Gesture comands (Very Iphone :D)

This leads me onto my only gripe and was hoping some one could help me

the question is - "Is there any decent Gesture based web Browsing software?" either in the works or already availble?

I have moved onto using OPRA, i really like it but can't seem to get to grips with zooming in or out (is it at all possible) :D

thanks in advance

Kendal
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] Menneisyys:
If zooming in/out is what you need, you may want to take a look at Opera Mini, particularly with the latest improvements (see the Wiki / the General forum for them)
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] brianlau:
use the piscel viewer, it is EXACTLY the same as the iPhone browser. I ripped it off the new verizon samsung phone and it works great. Let me know if you need the cab.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] Lidberg:
It's spelled 'picsel', but I agree that it's a sweet little web browser that acts very similarly to the iPhone browser.

It was posted in the Hermes forum awhile back and I grabbed it then. Good thing, cuz you can't find it anywhere anymore.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] Neonwheels:
Please do post it, I'd love to try it out! Thanks.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] dazzle999:
here it is for as long as it lasts keeps geting removed somehow lol:

http://rapidshare.com/files/73569495/Picsel_Browser.cab.html
[LG V20 Real Life Review] XDA_RealLifeReview:
You're a power user. Can the LG V20 keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the LG V20. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.

Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] shojus:
Well, seeing as though there is NO comments, I will be the first to say that I am hoping that we get root as quick as possible! Judging by the great people we have working on this phone, I have ZERO doubts!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] ohblindone:
M only concern is carrier specific development. T-Mo is doing well, as well as any HK based v20; however, AT&T/Verizon/Sprint models are yet to get as much attention.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] starflyr:
what this guy said^^^^

I'm on Verizon...I do see that bootloader unlock was achieved with the pixel on Verizon... so I'm sure it's possible with this device, on Verizon, I just don't know if the verizon variant will get the needed support from the development community. I wish I had a clue...
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jinkerz9430:
Seems like real development is about to start for Tmobile! [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION] confirmed that the LG V20 has been rooted. And i also have seen some users concerned with other variants even if it is not the variant they are using >> good solidarity. So , we all hope that each variant find the path to the root. The more the merrier!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jthomas1987:
I plan on picking up the VZW version in the next couple day. Hopefully more people will do the same.

What would the devs need from the VZW version to start work on the boot loader unlock / getting root?

Willing to try and help with that. I am fairly familiar with Linux and somewhat with adb, so just tell me what you need, how to pull it, and I will do my best to pitch in.

Dk if I will root mine specifically because I will use it for work also, and some of our software will not currently accept a rooted Android phone onto the network. Can't say what it is, other than it is in-house proprietary software.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jamice4u:
Development is very weak on all carriers except T-Mobile.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] digitalart:
for now development for Tmobile model is pretty decent. I just hope it wont die too early

We got root and future look bright. Other models not so lucky with development just because they are locked
[LG V20 Real Life Review] KingKash420:
I hope we can get development on the factory unlocked non carrier specific version as well!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Slypnslyde:
I think you're pretty much in the clear
[LG V20 Real Life Review] dbornack:
I'm offering up my Verizon device for testing.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jinkerz9430:
Maaaan i hope they manage to make Resurrection Remix and ACIP roms for the LG V20. Those 2 are my favorite roms on every device i have had. and if the 2nd screen is the problem, they can drop that behind (at least for a while, i wouldnt mind) lol. Of course, first someone need to start with CM14 for this device. (I have been looking all over the web, including github and there is not a single trace of CM14 for LG V20) on the other hand, at least we have root for the h918, ( i also hope other variants get root too). It is odd that no one have asked the question of: "Will there be CM14 for the LG V20?".... at least none existen threads, nor comments could be found while googling. but well. I guess i turned out to be the first, lol. Although i saw on CM website there is a subforum of the LG V20, however it is totally empty.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] StarCommand:
Compared to when I first bought this phone, the development has really picked up.

I'm on the Resurrection Remix ROM for Verizon and i'm loving it.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] axaman943:
I wish there was some developing going on for version H990ds
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Hamodi:
Once it get root and open bootloader life will be much easier

Same thing for 990.

Its almost there ?
[LG V20 Real Life Review] rubiicon59:
Very quiet in this thread for the last 3 months.

I've had my V20 for a day and I'm loving it. I researched a lot beforehand and knew development was pretty much nonexistent but I hope there may be a root exploit in the future.

I have the H990ds Taiwan model.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] XDA_RealLifeReview:
Would you say that the LG V20 is "fast" in day-to-day use? A higher rating indicates that you think the LG V20 exhibits fantastic performance. Like, is it as fast as your tears when you watch The Titanic?

Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] thechoirman2:
This is courtesy of Phandroid

The phone was fast before, but thanks to Phandroid's instructions here, the phone is now blazing fast!!

1. Open the Settings app

2. Scroll down and select About phone

3. Tap Software info

4. Scroll down and tap Build Number 7 times

5. “You are now a developer” message will appear

6. Go back into the main settings and you’ll see a new option: Developer options

Then…

1. Open Developer options

2. Scroll down select Window animation and choose .5x

3. Select Transition animation and choose .5x

4. Select Animator duration scale and choose .5x

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[LG V20 Real Life Review] djmdubb:
Yea man this is the first thing i do to every phone.. I even did it to the display model i played with before i pre-ordered.. Phone is fast n smooth
[LG V20 Real Life Review] dennistpm:
Did not know this, but what a difference. Thanks.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] anilhk:
I do this for any Android phone I buy since years. This works on all Android phones
[LG V20 Real Life Review] markwebb:
VZW model here: got the phone late yesterday afternoon. Got an update early this AM. Phone struggles multitasking when I have Google music, hangouts, web browser, email open. Lag switching between apps. Not happy.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] shojus:
Just opened up every app that you mentioned PLUS 3 others, and it multitasks like a champ! I can go into the previous apps and scroll through them with ease and then hit any of the apps and it pops up instantly without any reloads... What is the exact situation you are having issues with cause I have the T-Mobile version ( which also has lots of bloat ) and I am seeing the exact opposite as you are. The FIRST thing I always do is to disable as much bloat as I can and the number one app that needs to be disabled is that NASTY Lookout app! That should almost be illegal to put onto our phones! I seriously can't believe people think they need these types of apps on the Android platform, just be conscious of what you are doing and you should never need anything that scans all apps in the background...
[LG V20 Real Life Review] markwebb:
I've disabled all VZW bloat which wasn't much actually. I am in the process of resetting and wiping the phone and will report back.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] shojus:
I see that you are using a Pixel XL? Maybe that's why you are a little let down? LOL j/k of course, but that phone is probably the smoothest Android phone I have ever used personally... Don't forget to also go into "Battery & power savings" and disable that "Game battery saver" that is always on by default! This is why so many reviewers are noticing frame drops, because it is trying to save battery while performing tasks that need it the most! Why they have this on by default just amazes me, because the average person would just think that this phone kinda lags in certain games... Just an FYI, you may have already found that out.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] markwebb:
OK reset lg 5 times and during each setup, the screens lagged and are slow. Phone is definitely slow. I tried with and without Sim card installed using Wi-Fi or network.

I think the overnight VZW update is the culprit. Returning phone today.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] shojus:
That sucks! Sorry dude, luckily you have that KILLER Pixel phone already. Looks like you either got a dud, or Verizon's variant has some issues...
[LG V20 Real Life Review] thechoirman2:
Thank you my friend!! Will do.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] wayne8821212:
Speed

I was so bummed that my Antutu scores have fallen drastically from 143350 to as low as 107000. Yesterday it went into an unresponsive state as well. I was just checking availability in store of the (biting my tongue!) IPhone 7Plus. Luckily the 256 gb 7Plus was was not in any AT&T store unlike the 256 gb 7. I'm glad I stopped by this forum! The animation, GPU rendering and the game-related battery saving changes seem to make a big difference. Thanks guys!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] IR1:
I have the VZW variant and I have that same update installed. No issues, lagging or any problems at all. Love this phone so far, it is pure butter for me. Sounds like you got a dud or something else is going on, which is a bummer.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] markwebb:
OK just for fun one last time before I was going to return did another reset w/o sim but on wifi. Phone responded normally during setup and now with all apps loaded.

But the Pixel XL, Note 7 (RIP) and Edge (especially the unlocked firmware) are definitely faster overall. With that being said, this phone is still competent and a pleasure to use.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] aweskelo:
yep..it'll do until the note 8...it'll do
[LG V20 Real Life Review] likecookies:
This is very helpful and does increase speeds even tho this phone is already super fast.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] denverdan74:
Runs in circles all day long, trade in phone was the original LG Flex, this thing is supersonic
[LG V20 Real Life Review] zabracks:
Nice! The animation fixes really do seem to speed it up even more.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] 5ft24:
Picked mine up last night. Traded in a note 5. Definitely much faster! Only thing I can complain about is the USB C connector. I have a bunch of micro-USB cables around, including the car charger... Hate to have to buy more cables.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] markwebb:
Just buy adapters for those cables:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I91NFUI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[LG V20 Real Life Review] @rbiter:
Anker USB c adapters. I think $7.99 a pair on Amazon. Supposed to have the 56ohm resistor so should be safe. I already ordered a pair. Probably going to get another pair next Amazon order I make.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] 5ft24:
Cool! Thanks!
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jamice4u:
I am on Sprint and the phone lags more when it is charging because the phone gets hot.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] jamice4u:
When I stopped charging my phone when I played games the lag become very minimum.

---------- Post added at 06:33 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:31 PM ----------

Samsung phones don't slow down when they become super hot which is why they are more prone to catch on fire.
[LG V20 Real Life Review] @rbiter:
<MOD EDIT>

Samsung's are notorious for throttling. Check anandtech. Pull that out of thin air?
[LG V20 Real Life Review] Dark Jedi:
Don't buy new cables. Justgo on Amazon and buy the micro usb to usb c adaptors. They cost a few bucks
[LG V20 Real Life Review] @rbiter:
Not just any adapter. Not all have the 56ohm resistor. Try the Anker micro USB to USB c adapter. I think $8 for 2. Have worked quite well so far on AC chargers and battery banks.