Just brought this phone in 2021. You can upgrade the battery to 5700 mah battery for $15 off Aliexpress. Personally, I'm downgrading to this phone because it has all 3 - a headphone jack, a microSD Card slot, and a upgradable/removable battery (extremely rare to find these days). It also has decent midrange specs SD820 and Aderno 530 (although outdated) but it is enough to play most games on medium to high settings. Hope this helps.
I love this phone! It's so different from the rest. Other phones are so generic to me, because they follow each other. This phone reminds me of the robot in the "short circuit" movie, I love the design. It's simple, and that is what I like Besides the specs, most phones are damn near the same. I understand why a lot don't like the phone, most people don't like something different, until it becomes popular or someone famous promotes a product. Again, I LOVE this phone Great review!
YESSS I've been waiting for what feels like forever to see you make a vid about the G5! You are just so very different from the other RUclipsrs, and in a good way. :)
Your reviews are the BEST! I was literally waiting to decide if to purchase the LG G5 because I wanted to see your unboxing video first. Thank you for all the good work! Cheers!
Wow almost 850K subs. I remember when i first subscribed to you when you had slightly over 200K. Crazy to see the progress and how big your channel has gotten. Good job! 👍🏼
You're one of the few Tech RUclipsrs that I trust as channels like Android Authority and waaaay too biased, ignoring negative points of phone and love to bash the iPhone.
I really appreciate all the work and efforts you put into those reviews, always great. I took the G5 off my list for the next upgrade, I'll wait until your review for the HTC 10 comes out. Thank you and keep it up.
Bought one of these when it first came out as my first try at an android phone. It actually had a lot of cool features compared to other phones at the time which was the selling point for me but i struggled getting used to the OS so i traded it in for an iPhone 6s after 2 weeks.
Great review @detroitborg I love your videos. It's so nice with some depth! I like LG but they failed hard with the design on this phone. Thanks! Keep it up!
Great review, good job!! Love the idea of the different modules which brings something different to he market. Hate the poor build quality though. Used to have a G3 which I loved. Currently have a iPhone 6 Plus but just won a G5 so as its free to me will try it out till contract runs out next year and wanting to go back to android for a while.
Why does everyone hate this so much? I love it and I frankly find it much more innovative and useful than the S7 which bought nothing new to the table.
+Ms. Chanandler Bong I think it's a good phone, I don't hate it, but for me its quality issues prevent me from making a recommendation and I don't find enough value in the modularity to overcome it's shortcomings, especially the display quality. Ultimately this is a flagship phone with flagship pricing and I would have returned this if I didn't need it for review purposes. This is allot of money to spend on an imperfect phone. I can certainly imagine they'll sort out the manufacturing bugs and we can focus more on the phone, but for now I can't ignore them.
***** Hmm I can see that. Maybe they should've tested the waters first rather than jumping in with a modular flagship. Amazing review by the way, as always. I guess i'll wait for the HTC 10 reviews before I make a decision.
Great review, thank you. Still not sure between HTC 10 or LG G5. Question: Did you notice the flickering light between the front camera and the speaker? I assume that it is only visible with a camera, much like an infrared source of light. Cheers!
I was ready to buy this phone based off of the review from. Engadget but something told me to wait for the Detroitborg's review. So glad I waited and he saved me from making a terrible purchase
I just purchased this phone from Best Buy for 249.00, brand new, unlocked. Works on all carries in the United States including Verizon. It's the rs988 version
the only long review of a phone on youtube that has my attention every minute.
+Joaquim Thomas every second*
AGREE 🙌
Am I the only person that thinks this phone looks good and not ugly
it looks gud but the finishing is a bit rushed
i think it looks good.....until you see a galaxy edge or the HTC 10
Yuton Gaming well, phones such as the Honor 8 look and feel better
Yuton Gaming me too
Yuton Gaming true
This is one of the best reviews I've seen. Ever.
I'm an Apple guy but I always enjoy your work. Soooo professional. I hope to get my videos up to your level. Keep it up. -Douglas
Same
+Lizandro Rodriguez subbed to your channel
Hey isheep!
Agree ! Same here !
+RetroWeld You're doing awesome work, I need to add one of those barn doors to this house somewhere, haha!
Finally! This is the review I've been waiting for. Keep up the good work!
DetroitBORG not only makes the best unboxing & reviews but also uploads in 4k which is awesome. Thumbs up for DetroitBORG
I picked up a LG G5 on Amazon this morning. I'm just waiting for delivery. I love how much detail you show in your review. Very helpful.
Way better review of the LGG5 than other RUclipsrs have done
until mkbhd reviews it
+HighCro Gaming yup, he's less biased.
Just brought this phone in 2021. You can upgrade the battery to 5700 mah battery for $15 off Aliexpress. Personally, I'm downgrading to this phone because it has all 3 - a headphone jack, a microSD Card slot, and a upgradable/removable battery (extremely rare to find these days). It also has decent midrange specs SD820 and Aderno 530 (although outdated) but it is enough to play most games on medium to high settings. Hope this helps.
Good choice. I got a LG V20 here.
Headphone jacks and micro SD isn't rare at all lol
I love this phone!
It's so different from the rest. Other phones are so generic to me, because they follow each other. This phone reminds me of the robot in the "short circuit" movie, I love the design. It's simple, and that is what I like
Besides the specs, most phones are damn near the same. I understand why a lot don't like the phone, most people don't like something different, until it becomes popular or someone famous promotes a product.
Again, I LOVE this phone
Great review!
Me too I ordered one yesterday
@@copium2398cringe
I love how you can make your videos long without being boring! This was an AMAZING review. Great job Mike! Keep going!
YESSS I've been waiting for what feels like forever to see you make a vid about the G5! You are just so very different from the other RUclipsrs, and in a good way. :)
Your reviews are the BEST! I was literally waiting to decide if to purchase the LG G5 because I wanted to see your unboxing video first. Thank you for all the good work! Cheers!
your reviews are the most detailed review I've ever seen here on youtube, good work!
Best review of the G5. So in-depth and unbiased, unlike other reviewers who only spend 3 minutes on this phone.
Wow almost 850K subs. I remember when i first subscribed to you when you had slightly over 200K. Crazy to see the progress and how big your channel has gotten. Good job! 👍🏼
You sir, put out the most unbiased reviews out there! Bravo! Take notes, every reviewer out there.
You're one of the few Tech RUclipsrs that I trust as channels like Android Authority and waaaay too biased, ignoring negative points of phone and love to bash the iPhone.
This is one of the best reviews of LG G5.
Great lengthy informative review appreciate your time to give the viewer something really worth watching. Peace
Great job Mike!! The first G5 review in my sub box and one of the best tech video in general. You're freakin awesome
Best review ever made. u included all things like unboxing review tips and tricks and summary in just 28 min...
+Yash Jain Thank You! :)
Man, once again congratulations on your review. Very good. This in its detail of the dock was spectacular.
this is the only channel which makes long reviews:)
you've got the best reviews thank you for all the detail and work you put in to inform on all the latest tech.
Chapters woah that’s a pleasant surprise
The best reviews ever,I love this channel
Damn Mike, back at it again with another video!
These are the things I want to hear! Thank you as always for your thorough honest review!
DetroitBorg, you are SO close to 1M subscribers, keep it going.
+dooqǝqqoqʎןןıq 3B Thanks for the support :)
What a perfect way to describe the LG g5 the review was amazing it the best review that i found on RUclips
Mike you make good points here. The quality of your review is as usual superb. Thank you!
As of November 2016 this phone is $200 cheaper in US. This changes everything compared to other flagships like the Galaxy S7, HTC 10, etc.
Bartee98 so,cheaper than 400 dollars? what?
Aj Lajk $399 in US. Better camera than one plus 3, better screen than one plus 3, better speaker than one plus 3, now cheaper than one plus 3.
Bartee98 I agree, I'd get this over the one plus 3,a very underrated phone IMO
true.. in europe costs only 420 euros
Bartee98 Has
Always enjoy the extremely detailed reviews.
I really appreciate all the work and efforts you put into those reviews, always great.
I took the G5 off my list for the next upgrade, I'll wait until your review for the HTC 10 comes out.
Thank you and keep it up.
Whooa. I like this guy aloot. Best reviews on RUclips. 0 to 100.thanks alot
I'm a diehard Apple fan, but I love watching your reviews even when are not about Apple. Every detail counts.
Great review as always! Mediocre execution by LG, however.
+Kellen Riggin Thanks Kellen :)
+DetroitBORG how much does it cost?
+A Commentator A lot for what it offers :)
They could've made the camera module a tad less bulky and more appealing.
+DetroitBORG where do you get all the products information before you even review it? I want to start my channel just like u!
honestly, this was so helpful. you had my attention the whole time and kept it informative as well as entertaining. #subbed
You have the best reviews detroitborg
this phone is such a rush job. hope the g6 will address these
Live these thorough reviews.
Best review i ever see for the lg g5!
Fantastic video as always Mike!
Another best lg G5 review.... Well done.
+Lawrence Addea Thank You!
You reviews are the best! Keep it up!
Keep it up your biggest subscriber since last 4 years
+Ammar Ajaz Thanks for having in there all this time!
My pleasure
This is a very helpful and honest review! Will grab a G5 this weekend. Thank you so much.
i was waiting for this vid.great as always mike @DetroitBORG keep up the good work :)
Bought one of these when it first came out as my first try at an android phone. It actually had a lot of cool features compared to other phones at the time which was the selling point for me but i struggled getting used to the OS so i traded it in for an iPhone 6s after 2 weeks.
the phone feels premium to me idk why people complain about the build quality.. getting either this or iphone 7+
Check out the OnePlus3
htc 10 is a great choice too bro
yea i saw it but 5.2 is a little small for me, i prefer 5.5 and above. 5.3 on the g5 doesnt feel small though, weird
Design = Lacking
But the features definitely make up for them
FINALLY! The review is here :D
The DetroitBooorg is unboxing with a lot of excitement ..
Will you be doing a review on the htc 10 when you get it?
duh
+Tyler “TylerThaTruth” Barron lol haha
+Eric Chen Finishing that up right now.
+DetroitBORG Ok cool haha I will look forward to it!
great review Mike.. you nailed everything
Still Detroitborg is the best youtube channel for mobile review.
You deserve so many more subscribers
always gotta come back for a detroitborg review.
The best reviewer youtube could ever have..
Your reviews are superb! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
very in depth review, great job !!
you make the best reviews
That's awesome.Your dog is so cute by the way.
u r like the Internet Explorer of youtubers u review much later than other youtubers
What's the weather like today in Rochester hills? :p.... Awesome review as always..!!
Great review @detroitborg I love your videos. It's so nice with some depth! I like LG but they failed hard with the design on this phone. Thanks! Keep it up!
One of the few reasonable reviews
awesome vid as always mike
you have great reviews keep up the good work
+Jacky ben-shachar Thank You!
+DetroitBORG Amazing video. Truly an in depth review.
Great review, good job!! Love the idea of the different modules which brings something different to he market. Hate the poor build quality though. Used to have a G3 which I loved. Currently have a iPhone 6 Plus but just won a G5 so as its free to me will try it out till contract runs out next year and wanting to go back to android for a while.
Good stuff. I'm rocking the Galaxy S7, I can't wait for the new iPhone. I almost got the G5, but it came down to design preference.
Why does everyone hate this so much? I love it and I frankly find it much more innovative and useful than the S7 which bought nothing new to the table.
Exactly
+Ms. Chanandler Bong I think it's a good phone, I don't hate it, but for me its quality issues prevent me from making a recommendation and I don't find enough value in the modularity to overcome it's shortcomings, especially the display quality. Ultimately this is a flagship phone with flagship pricing and I would have returned this if I didn't need it for review purposes. This is allot of money to spend on an imperfect phone. I can certainly imagine they'll sort out the manufacturing bugs and we can focus more on the phone, but for now I can't ignore them.
This phone is a huge piece of shit that's wrapped around a gimmick
***** Hmm I can see that. Maybe they should've tested the waters first rather than jumping in with a modular flagship. Amazing review by the way, as always. I guess i'll wait for the HTC 10 reviews before I make a decision.
+Ms. Chanandler Bong Build quality whiners.
I love your reviews. . Sometimes I also download those. .
Looks like a good phone to make a couple calls, also alarm, calendar, goodjob
If your only doing that rather get a cheaper samsung phone
Great review, thank you. Still not sure between HTC 10 or LG G5. Question: Did you notice the flickering light between the front camera and the speaker? I assume that it is only visible with a camera, much like an infrared source of light. Cheers!
this is a real review good job
Nice review Mike just like always
+noice m8 Thank You!
+DetroitBORG wow :0
Great review Mike!
Maybe you got a faulty g5 because i was checking a demonstration one in a store and it didn't have any of the issues with the body or paint
Great review as always! :)
waited so long for it!
Well done a very detailed review ....I don't think this is a phone I will buy... thanks for doing.
one of the most neutral reviewer for tech devices 😆👌
Great Video Mike. Please do a comparison between s7, s7 edge and g5.
Whats with the random blinking purple light on the front of the phone? for example, at 24:15
+olssojm That's the IR proximity sensor, it's only visible to the camera.
Best Reviews I like all your videos Good Job 😏
Awesome review Mike! Maybe a replacement to my Note 4!
I m a big fan of ur unboxing vids
And may god also help u in every prospect
Gd luck
I was ready to buy this phone based off of the review from. Engadget but something told me to wait for the Detroitborg's review. So glad I waited and he saved me from making a terrible purchase
They need to release a non modular version of the phone
Or a recalled and redesigned version
+Hersh Verma yea
+Tyriq Hamilton
LG V20 baby!
The camera is the big attraction for sure. But for now, I'll stick with my LG G3. Thx for the info.
I just purchased this phone from Best Buy for 249.00, brand new, unlocked. Works on all carries in the United States including Verizon. It's the rs988 version
Excellent review , waiting HTC 10
The G4 is still the best execution of LG and has yet to be overstepped.
Drive637 which lg phone u recommend I get?
I recommend either the LG V20 or LG G5
Drive637 of
Hh
It's garbage ..& ugly too
enjoying my LG G5
Great review man!
Such a professional review!. Thank u!
Michael Kukielka, you are the best tech reviewer 😊😊😊😊