The new LG V20 is available from all major U.S. carriers but isn't being offered unlocked. Things are about to change, as the unlocked LG V20 is available for preorder and will be released in November.
Smartphone fans looking for a new flagship phablet have three major options to choose from, now that Samsung has had to recall its Galaxy Note 7. Apple, Google and LG have all recently released jumbo-sized smartphones with top of the line specs and features.
Apple iPhone 7 Plus
Apple's 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus is sure to appeal to iOS fans who appreciate the simplicity of Apple's mobile OS, handset design and Android switchers looking to try an iPhone. The company is expected to sell 8 million additional iPhones due to Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 recall. One of the iPhone 7 Plus's major new features is Apple's new A10 Fusion chip and dual-rear camera system.
Google Pixel XL
Google has just launched its first major update to Android 7.0 Nougat, with the release of Android 7.1, which is one of its new Pixel XL's major features. Like the iPhone 7 Plus, the Pixel XL boasts a 5.5-inch display but includes a much higher resolution 2,560 x 1,440 Quad HD display compared to the iPhone 7 Plus's 1,920 x 1,080 Full HD display. Both phablets recently appeared on video in a real-world speed test to show how the phablets compare in speed and performance.
LG V20
LG's flagship LG V20 is currently available from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and U.S. Cellular. The LG V20 rocks a larger 5.7-inch Quad HD display and an additional secondary screen, which provides quick access to apps, shortcuts and notifications. Like the Google Pixel smartphones, the LG V20 runs Android 7.0 Nougat and is expected to receive an update to Android 7.1 Nougat in the future. It also features a similar dual-rear camera setup similar to the iPhone 7 Plus but has the benefit of a microSD expansion slot and removable battery, something neither Apple's iPhone 7 series or Google's Pixel lineup includes.
Unlocked LG V20 To Be Released In November
Customers can now buy unlocked versions of Apple's iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus from the company's online store. Google has partnered with Verizon to offer the Pixel and Pixel XL in the U.S. but also sells unlocked versions of the smartphones through its online store. Consumers looking to buy an unlocked LG V20 have not been able to do so until now.
Phone Arena is reporting that B&H and Newegg are now offering preorders for the unlocked LG V20. The LG V20 is priced at $799.99 from both retailers, with B&H stating the handset will be delivered at the "beginning of November 2016" and Newegg showing a release date of Nov. 11.
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