Insider # 3.05: LG Velvet smartphone; Lenovo Legion; Snapdragon 875 processor
In the next issue of insiders, first we will tell you about the appearance of a video on the network, highlighting some of the design features of the yet unannounced LG device. Then we will discuss the technical equipment of the Lenovo Legion gaming smartphone. A surprise awaits the curious regarding the form factor of placing its front camera. The third information block will contain information from network informers who obtained the characteristics of the flagship Qualcomm chipset. A video about LG Velvet was posted on the InternetThe release of a new LG smartphone called Velvet is expected tomorrow. A few days ago, insiders published its technical specifications and a list of specifications. Not everyone even had time to rethink them, when fresh data appeared again. This time, network informants posted an unofficial video demonstrating the process of the device's work. Those interested can now familiarize themselves with the external data of the device.
It can be seen that it has a curved display at the edges. The 6.8-inch screen of the device has a Full HD + resolution. The data source claims that the device received 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory. The size of the internal storage can actually be expanded up to 2 TB by using a microSD card. The basis of the hardware filling of the smartphone is the eight-core Snapdragon 765 chipset with an integrated modem that allows using the capabilities of fifth-generation networks. To prevent dust and water from entering the device, IP68 protection is used. The model uses a 4300 mAh battery. The photo capabilities of the device are represented by the front and rear cameras. The latter is equipped with three sensors with a resolution of 48, 8 and 5 megapixels. The selfie device here consists of one 16-megapixel lens.
Even the geometric parameters of the LG Velvet are known: 167.2 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm. Its weight is 180 grams. The device turned out to be light enough for its size and equipment. Smartphone sales will begin on May 15. They promise to bring devices to the market in white, gray, green and red cases. No pricing has been announced for LG Velvet. Lenovo Legion Camera Placed in Interesting LocationA lot has been said about the new gaming smartphone from Lenovo - Legion. However, only today it became known about the special uniqueness of the novelty. It will be the first device of this type in the history of the company. The main camera of the device consists of two lenses horizontally oriented relative to each other with LED flashes. They were placed almost in the center of the back panel, just above the triangular Y-shaped logo. The front camera is located on the side (!) of the smartphone, in the center.
Not everyone will like this, but you need to understand that we are talking about a gaming smartphone. Most of those who buy it will use the machine to play games. A gamer involved in this process will need a camera in this place for streaming. This is the most convenient way to cover all the events in which he is a participant. It is also known that the Lenovo Legion was equipped with a display with a refresh rate of 144 Hz and 90-watt charging. If the latter is true, then it will take very little time to replenish the energy reserves of its battery. Network informants attribute the device to have two USB-C ports. The first was placed in the center of the base of the smartphone in its usual place, and the other - in the center of the lower part on the side. This is good news. Two of these connectors allow the device to perform many more functions than one, as provided in most smartphones. This approach even eliminates the need for a traditional headphone jack. The charger can be connected to one USB-C port, and to the second - headphones. It is assumed that the device will be used in landscape mode. It was for him that all the functionality of Lenovo Legion was adjusted by the developers. It is not yet known when the device will start selling. Insiders revealed the characteristics of Snapdragon 875Network informants did not wait for the announcement of the Snapdragon 865 Plus processor and posted information about the technical equipment of the flagship model - Qualcomm Snapdragon 875. According to them, the platform will be equipped with Kryo 685 processor cores based on ARM Cortex V8 with a maximum clock frequency of 2.84 GHz, an Adreno 660 graphics accelerator with an Adreno 665 visualization module, and a Spectra 580 image processor. It is possible that the new product will support the Aqstic WCD9380 and WCD9385 audio codecs. In order for the chip to work in fifth-generation networks, it will receive a Snapdragon X60 (mmWave) modem with download speeds up to 7.5 Gbps. It has already been proven to be compatible with 4-channel LPDDR5 RAM. Nothing has been reported about the performance and energy efficiency of the new item. Considering that it was developed according to the 5-nm process technology, the model should significantly surpass the existing analogues in these indicators. Insiders claim that the release of the new platform is scheduled for December this year. The coronavirus pandemic could make adjustments to this process. Which device or gadget will receive the first Snapdragon 875 is still unknown. The Topic of Article: Insider # 3.05: LG Velvet smartphone; Lenovo Legion; Snapdragon 875 processor. |
