The smartphone recognized by VCX, as the best camera of 2019, is launched with a limited edition bundle with the LG Watch W7 smartwatch.

Belonging to the brand's premium range of smartphones, which stands out for its FullVision OLED screen, its sophisticated design and its 5 cameras with: next-generation biometric unlocks, Air Motion, artificial intelligence and top-level camera functions. In the country, whoever purchases the new device during the launch will access the limited edition and receive the LG Watch W7 smartwatch as a gift. It is a state-of-the-art watch, with an elegant stainless steel design and Swiss technology.

Greater security

The LG G8S ThinQ incorporates a new camera called Z that uses infrared light and a ToF (time of flight) sensor that allows it to offer the user 3 biometric unlocking options:

Hand ID: The LG G8S ThinQ is the world's first mobile device to feature advanced palm vein authentication. This is made possible by the infrared sensors with ToF technology of the Z camera that identifies the owner by recognizing the shape, thickness and other individual characteristics of the veins in the palm of their hand. Simply place your hand in front of the front camera for a moment to unlock the device.
3D facial recognition: this feature allows the mobile to be unlocked in a much faster and safer way, and is activated by simply lifting the device and placing it in front of the user's face. The Z Camera performs 3D mapping eliminating invalid login attempts with photos. It even works in low light.
Fingerprint sensor: this function is located in the central area of ​​the back of the smartphone, making it easy to access with both hands. This fingerprint sensor also serves as an additional security measure to access applications, protect private content such as photos or messages and make secure online payments.

Photographic variety through its 5 cameras

As the first smartphone manufacturer to offer a triple rear camera setup, LG continues this widely emulated design in the LG G8S ThinQ. It features a 12MP telephoto lens with a 2X Zoom for more precise and defined close-ups; a 13MP 136° wide-angle camera for taking landscape photos with a larger field of view and wide group photos; and a standard 12 MP 78° camera with PDAF.

The Triple Shot function unites the three angles in one animation and the Triple Preview function allows you to choose the best angle for your photo.

Named the smartphone with the best camera in 2019 by VCX (a non-profit organization dedicated to testing and rating smartphone cameras), a wide range of features support this choice:

Manual cameras for photo (with Graphy presets) and video (with HDR10, customizable HI-FI audio and 240fps)
Portrait mode for photos and video on front and rear cameras: With Live Video Depth Control, videos recorded on the LG G8SThinQ benefit from a beautiful “bokeh” effect that puts the subject in sharp focus against a soft, blurry background.

AI CAM: offers 19 capture scenes (pet, sunrise, sunset, food, person, landscape, flower, city, etc.), also providing 4 optimized filters for each scene that enhance the colors of the photograph.
Youtube Live: the smartphone has the advantage of directly accessing Youtube Live, which allows the YouTuber to share their experiences instantly.
Google Lens: image recognition function that is used to obtain more information about everything that is pointed with the mobile camera, such as objects or places.
Studio Function: with lighting effects or simulated photo studio cloth.
Photomontage: allows you to apply the Selfie to the desired background.
Filters, Cine Shot, Panorama, Flash Jump Cut, Slow motion, Cine Video, Food Mode, Steady Cam, Ar Stickers, Animated Stickers, voice shooting, Selfie, multiple or timer, complete the battery of functions that make this camera an unbeatable experience.

Smartphone control without touching the screen

Another novelty that the LG G8S ThinQ brings through its Z camera is the Air Motion function which allows users to perform different actions by moving their hand in front of the Z camera without touching the screen, such as: accessing two preselected applications, taking screenshots, controlling the playback and volume of multimedia content, turning off or pausing alarms, turning off the timer, answering or rejecting incoming calls.

Multiple AI experience

The smartphone is characterized by presenting functions based on artificial intelligence such as Google Assistant since it has a shortcut button through which the user can perform different functions using voice commands

Elegant design and FullVision OLED display

The LG G8S ThinQ was designed to impress. The 2.5D glass provides a more sophisticated and colorful finish to the back, and the metal on the side creates a sense of balance and distinction. The design is all about the user: the sleek, ergonomic smartphone provides easy one-handed operation and exudes understated elegance.

Equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 855 mobile platform and a vivid 6.2-inch FHD+ (2248 x 1080) FullVision OLED display, it is a multimedia powerhouse.

From the factory they are 6G RAM, 128GB of storage, NFC compatible with “SUBE” charging, USB-C with fast charging and OTG, DTS X 3D sound, MIL-STD 810G compliance and IP68 dust and water resistance.

Limited edition

The launch bundle in Argentina includes the LG Watch W7 smartwatch. It is the first Wear OS smartwatch with mechanical hands made from Swiss technology. The premium stainless steel design features the same quality materials found in most high-end watches, and its 1.2" display allows for easy viewing and touch control.

Even if the watch runs out of battery to function as a smartwatch, the analog watch will continue to work. It can be used for up to 2 days as a smartwatch or up to 100 days as an analog watch with a full battery.

Google Fit functions and functions specially developed for the use of the hands such as compass, stopwatch, timer, barometer and altimeter, complemented by screen customization, Google Assistant and a large number of Wear OS applications available on Google Play, make this watch the ideal companion for the LG G8S ThinQ at all times. Like the smartphone, it has IP68 protection level, against dust and water.