LG to launch V60 ThinQ dual-screen 5G smartphone in February 2020 - report

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LG to launch V60 ThinQ dual-screen 5G smartphone in February 2020 - report

LG Electronics plans to introduce its new flagship smartphone with a dual screen and 5G connectivity at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) in February 2020, Yonhap news agency reports, citing unnamed industry sources. According to these sources, LG will launch the 5G-enabled smartphone dubbed ‘V60 ThinQ’, as well as an accompanying second-screen accessory for the V60 ThinQ that offers a dual-screen experience when combined with the main phone. The smartphone will also be equipped with an upgraded folding structure.

"LG Electronics is planning to showcase V60 ThinQ as next year's first smartphone to expand its presence in the 5G market", said an unnamed industry representative. "The company is expected to increase its shipments in South Korea, the US and Japan". 

The company launched the V50 ThinQ that supports 5G networks alongside the 4G-based G8 ThinQ at MWC 2019. 

 

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