Lollipop update for T-Mobile’s LG G3 is now available via LG’s mobile support tool
If you are the owner of an LG G3 from T-Mobile you’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn that the Android 5.0 Lollipop update has become available for download via LG’s mobile support tool.
The Lollipop update is based on Android 5.0.1 with build number LRX21Y, and is not yet available via OTA (Over-The-Air). If you want to update your G3 you will have to connect your handset to a PC that has LG’s mobile support tool installed and follow the instructions. Besides the normal Lollipop features, the update also enables VOLTE (Voice-Over-LTE) functionality, with settings placed in the menu.
If you’ve already updated your T-Mobile LG G3 to Lollipop let us know if you’re happy with the new firmware and if there are any bugs you’ve noticed.
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Lollipop OTA will begin rolling out to the T-Mobile LG G3 on April 7th
The update to Android 5.0.1 Lollipop for the T-Mobile LG G3 has been available for a few days now, but if you’ve been waiting for the OTA to hit your device, you shouldn’t have to wait much longer. According to T-Mobile’s Des Smith, the Lollipop update for the T-Mobile G3 will begin making its way to devices Tuesday, April 7th.
#Lollipop Update: @TMobile #LGG3 software update available on 4/7 for download #uncarrierpic.twitter.com/OOqhTe7VaT
— Des (@askdes) April 2, 2015
If you didn’t hear the news a few days ago, LG G3 owners on T-Mo’s network can update to Lollipop right now, as long as they don’t mind jumping through a few hoops. The update, which will bring the device up to Android 5.0.1, can be installed by using LG’s mobile support tool website. For instructions on how to install the software, head to this page.
G3 owners will be able to experience a number of under-the-hood changes including the new ART runtime, enhanced security features and much more. Google has also added in some nice UI tweaks, including the company’s wonderful Material Design guidelines. The aesthetic changes won’t be as prominent on the G3 as they are on a phone that’s running vanilla Android, but we imagine most users will be quite satisfied with the new update.
LG G3 owners on T-Mobile, are you excited for Lollipop?
T-Mobile LG G3 owners can now update to Lollipop through the LG mobile support tool
If you own the LG G3 on T-Mobile’s network, your Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update is waiting for you as long as you’re willing to jump through a few hoops first. While T-Mobile’s software update page still reads that there is no update available for the G3, the update can be installed on your device by using the LG mobile support tool.
To download the update manually, you’ll first need to visit LG’s mobile support tool website, then click the link that reads Software Update (LG Mobile Support Tool). Once you download the new software, the tool may tell you that your software is already up to date. If so, select the options button, then choose upgrade recovery. This will install Android 5.0.1 to your G3. And don’t worry, the update process won’t erase anything from your device, though it may be a good idea to back up your information just in case. If you want to find out the best way to back up your data, our own Jonathan Feist went through a few methods in his Android Customization series.
Now that the update is available directly through LG, we can’t imagine it will be too much longer until the OTA starts rolling out to devices. With that said, if your T-Mobile LG G3 gets an OTA anytime soon, be sure to let us know!
LG giving away a free VR headset with the purchase of an LG G3 (U.S. only)
LG has just announced that customers who purchase an LG G3 from select U.S. retailers will receive a free virtual reality headset with their purchase. The headset, which was announced last February, is essentially a plastic version of Google Cardboard built specifically for the G3. Though it’s built by LG, the headset utilizes the same VR content library as Cardboard which can be found in the Google Play Store. Just like Cardboard, VR for G3 features a neodymium ring magnet on the side that works with the magnetic gyroscope sensor in the G3 which allows the user to switch applications and scroll through menus without the need for a touchscreen display. There’s also no assembly required, so G3 owners will just need to pop in the phone and start downloading content.
In addition, the headset will come with a QR code in the box that will unlock a free download of a VR game.
This might sound like a nice deal, but remember, we’re only about a month away from the LG G4 announcement. If you can wait to buy a new smartphone, it might be a good idea to do so. Plus, if you end up snagging a G4 when it becomes available, you can purchase your very own Google Cardboard kit from Amazon for around $5.
LG G4 rumored to have a 5.6 inch screen
Samsung and HTC recently announced their latest flagships devices, the Galaxy S6 and M9 respectively, and LG is mustering its forces to do the same later this year. Until that time though, we are forced to go by the small leaks and rumors that circulate around the internet. One of those small bits of information is the rumor that the LG G4 will have a 5.6 inch screen. That would make the screen on the LG G4 bigger by only 0.1 inches. Now while that may seem like a very small amount, it does put the LG G4 on very fragile ground where size is concerned. The LG G3 was already a large device and making it successor bigger is a risky move.
The LG G3 was a great success last year though and LG is giving the people what they appear to want, larger devices. For now that is all the information that we have but stay tuned during the upcoming weeks, as I am sure more leaks are sure to arise.
Source: TalkAndroid
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A LG G4 press image leaks out, seems to show us a bit of a flex
The LG G4 is shaping up to be a pretty impressive device, as its predecessor was, and if a leaked LG G4 press image is anything to go by, it’s going to be a looker too. The image was leaked out by @OnLeaks, and also gives the dimensions of the device, which apparently are 148.9 x 76.5 […]
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LG ready for another big step with forthcoming LG G4
Although a lot of the buzz surrounding Android smartphones in the days since MWC 2015 has involved the Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and to a lesser extent the HTC One M9, LG hopes to make a dent in that in the next few weeks. According to an LG official, the company was present at MWC 2015 and met with carriers and other resellers to discuss their new device. Making a positive impression will be important as the company has set a goal of 10 million units to sell during 2015.
LG says they have sold between 6 million and 7 million LG G3 devices, one of 2014’s best smartphones, since it hit the market in May 2014. According to the LG official cited by sources, the LG G4 will be unveiled in April, when everyone will be learn what they have done to change up the specs and features of the smartphone. Producing a solid entrant to the market and achieving sales success will be an important part of LG’s longer-term strategy as it will show they can keep the momentum going after the success of the LG G3.
Rumors are already swirling about LG following the path of Samsung and switching to a metal chassis for their top device. Another frequent claim is that LG will implement a fingerprint scanner. However LG equips the LG G4, it appears all but certain that the heart will be Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 810 processor. LG went out of their way to note they “have no problems” sourcing chips from Qualcomm and noted the chip supplier had more than adequately address some “not big technical issues.”
source: The Korea Times
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Is the LG-H818 the LG G4? Mysterious device gets spotted in multiple places with Android 5.1 and Quad HD display
LG is expected to release its 2015 flagship sometime soon, but as with most devices prior to release, it’s allegedly been spotted. The device in question, the LG-H818, was spotted on the html5test site running a benchmark, performing quite nicely, but crucially listing Android 5.1 as its operating system. Which begs the question: Is the […]
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LG G3, Moto 360, Moto E claim top spots in 2015 Global Mobile Awards
Although much of the attention at MWC 2015 is on the devices being announced at the event or sneak peaks of technology planned for later in the year, the hosts, GSMA, take some time to recognize outstanding products from the prior year with their Global Mobile Awards. For 2015, Android devices proved to be formidable participants in the market. Perhaps most notable is the recognition of the LG G3 as Best Smartphone along with Apple’s iPhone 6. It was not long ago that LG barely even registered in the smartphone market, but the company started to make a big push first with the LG G2 and then last year’s successor the LG G3. Their willingness to break with some tradition, like placement of buttons, and trying to produce an attractive, quality product have paid off with the award.
Although many in the tech industry will be paying attention to Apple next week and the anticipated release of the Apple Watch, Google and their partner Android device manufacturers have been in the wearables market for some time now. The fact that they have been able to go through a couple iterations of smartwatches and refine the experience helped lead to the the Motorola Moto 360 this past year. GSMA recognized the smartwatch as the Best Wearable Mobile Tech for 2015.
One other Android device snagged an award, this one also coming from Motorola. The Moto E was named the Best Low Cost Smartphone.
GSMA recognizes products in a wide range of categories that may be of interest to mobile users. A couple pieces of software may be noteworthy for Android users who want to check out the best software they could run on their devices according to the GSMA. For gamers, Asphalt 8:Airborne was selected as the Best Mobile Game App. The Judges’ Choice – Best Overall Mobile App went to IFTTT, which recently rebranded itself as IF in conjunction with its new DO framework.
source: GSMA
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LG G4 rumoured to be “radically different” to the LG G3
The LG G4 is LG‘s next highly anticipated device, and although the LG G3 was a very impressive performer, LG isn’t resting on its laurels for its next iteration. Speaking about the G4, LG mobile chief, Cho Jun-ho, mentioned that the G4 would be “radically different” to the G3, adding that they would be making […]
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