LG G6 H870S 32Gb Black: Custom-designed Features

Custom-designed Features: LG G6 H870S 32Gb Black

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Custom-designed

Features

Notes on Water Resistant

Properties

This product is water and dust resistant in compliance with the Ingress

Protection rating IP68.

Your product has undergone testing in a controlled environment and is

proven to be water and dust resistant in certain circumstances (meets

the requirements of classification IP68 as described by the international

standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures [IP

Code];testconditions:15-35ºC,86-106kPa,1.5meter,for30minutes).

Do not expose the device in conditions that are different from the test

conditions. Results may vary in actual use.

WARNING

In conditions that are different from LGE’s test conditions for IP68 (as

specified in this manual), the liquid damage indicator located inside the

product changes colour. Please note that any damages that occur due to

such causes makes you ineligible for any free-of-charge repair services

provided under warranty.

Avoid exposing the product to environments with excessive dusts or

moisture. Do not use the product in the following environments.

Do not immerse the product in any liquid chemicals (soap, etc.)

other than water.

Do not immerse the product in salt water, including seawater.

Do not immerse the product in a hot spring.

Do not swim with this product.

Donotplacetheproductdirectlyonsand(suchasatabeach)or

mud.

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Do not immerse your product in water deeper than approximately

1.5meter.

Do not immerse your product in water for longer than 30minutes.

• If your product becomes wet be sure to wipe the microphone, speaker,

and stereo jack with a dry cloth before use.

• Should your product or your hands become wet, dry them before

handling the product.

• Do not use the product in places where it may be sprayed with high

pressure water (e.g. near a faucet or shower head) or submerge it in

water for extended periods of time, as the product is not designed to

withstand high water pressure.

• This product is not resistant to shock. Do not drop the product or

subject it to shock. Doing so might damage or deform the main unit,

causing water leakage.

• The product’s water and dust resistant features may be damaged by

dropping or receiving an impact.

• If the product gets wet, use a clean, soft cloth to dry it thoroughly.

• The touch screen and other features may not work properly if the

device is used while wet.

• Your product is water resistant only when the SIM/Memory card tray is

properly inserted into the product.

• Do not open or close the SIM/Memory card tray while the product is

wet or immersed in water. Exposing the open tray to water or moisture

may damage the product.

• The SIM/Memory card tray contains rubber [packing] to help prevent

dust, water, or moisture from entering the product. Do not damage the

rubber [packing] as this may allow dust, water, or moisture to enter

your product and cause damage.

• Failure to follow the provided instructions may invalidate your devices

limited warranty.

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Video recording features

Wide-angle camera

You can take photos or record videos with a wider range than your actual

field of vision by using the wide-angle on the front and rear camera.

Launch the Camera app, then tap

/ or / to switch

between the standard and wide-angle.

Front camera

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Standard angle icon Wide-angle icon

Rear camera

Standard angle icon

Wide-angle icon

• See

Starting the camera

for details.

SQUARE camera mode

You can take multiple photos or videos in the form of a collage by using

the front and rear cameras. Photos and videos can be saved with different

layouts.

1

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO ( ) SQUARE ( ).

2

Tap MODE and select the desired camera mode.

3

To take a photo, tap . To record a video, tap .

Snap shot

You can take a photo or record a video and preview it right away.

1

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

2

Tap to take photo. To record a video, tap .

Grid shot

You can take up to 4 photos or videos (max of 3 seconds) organised in a

square.

1

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

2

Tap / to take photos or record videos simultaneously or

sequentially depending on the displayed layout order.

3

Tap to save.

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Match shot

You can take 2 photos or videos at the same time or separately.

1

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

2

Tap / to take a photo or record a video at the same time or

separately.

3

Tap / to take photos or record videos.

4

Tap to save (if necessary).

Guide shot

You can take photos by following the pose of another photo.

1

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

2

Select from the poses on the right to choose the one you want to

follow.

3

Tap to take a photo.

• Use the slide bar to control the background transparency.

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Tracking focus while using the camera

You can track and maintain focus on an object while taking photos or

recording videos.

1

Launch the Camera app, then tap Tracking focus.

2

Before recording a video or taking a photo, lightly tap the screen to

select an object to focus on.

3

Take the photo or start recording your video.

• See

Starting the camera

for details.

• To use this feature, select the standard camera ( ) for taking photos

or recording videos.

• This feature is unavailable when you use the front camera or the wide-

angle camera.

• This feature is unavailable in the following cases:

- Video size limitation: Resolution is set as UHD 16:9.

- FPS limitation: FPS is set as 60 FPS.

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Steady recording

You can use the Steady recording feature to minimise motion blur while

recording a video.

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO (

), SQUARE ( ), or MANUAL

(

) Steady recording .

• See

Starting the camera

for details.

Signature

You can create a personalised photo by using your signature.

1

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO ( ) Add signature.

2

Enter the signature as desired and tap ADD.

• This feature is not available when you use the Manual video mode.

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Hi-Fi video recording

Record high quality videos by capturing higher quality sound with a wider

dynamic frequency range using 2 sensitive AOP (Acoustic Overload Point)

mics and incredible Hi-Fi recording.

Launch the Camera app, then tap MANUAL (

) Hi-Fi .

• See

Starting the camera

for details.

• Hi-Fi videos can only be played in apps that support Hi-Fi.

• This feature is unavailable when you use the front camera.

Gallery features

Floating button

To quickly move to the Home screen while viewing the Gallery in

landscape orientation, touch and hold

, move your finger upward to ,

then release it.

• You can move the floating button’s position by dragging it horizontally

along the bottom part of the screen.

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Camera roll

You can view the photos and videos you have taken on the camera

preview screen.

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO (

) Camera roll.

• When you take photos or record videos, you can view the thumbnails

for the saved pictures along the side of the screen.

• Scroll the thumbnail lists up or down to browse the photos and videos.

• Tap a thumbnail to view the photo or video on the camera screen.

• Tap the thumbnail again to return to the camera viewfinder.

• This feature is not supported when you take a photo or record a video in

the 18:9 aspect ratio.

• Camera roll feature is only available in Auto view mode.

Related content

You can edit and customise related content in the Gallery.

1

While viewing a picture preview, tap .

2

When the icon related with the date you took the photo appears,

touch the screen.

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• You can view the photos related with the date you chose.

• Related content can be related to up to four combinations of ‘Memories,

Date, Place, Camera mode.

• Tap to save the related content as a video.

• Tap to access additional options.

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Making a GIF

You can easily make a GIF file using recorded video.

1

At the desired starting point while watching the video, tap Create

GIF.

2

Select the length of the GIF you want to create.

• GIF is generated for the time selected from the current time.

• For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically

generated for the remaining time.

• The GIF making feature is provided for the user’s creative activity. If you

infringe other’s copyright or defamation laws by using the GIF making

feature, you may be liable for civil and criminal liability. Be sure to not

duplicate or transfer work of others without permission. LG Electronics

cannot accept any liability for the user’s action.

Making collage wallpapers

You can make your own collage image to display it as a lock screen.

You can select multiple collage images as a wallpaper that changes each

time you turn on or off the screen.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Wallpaper Collage

Wallpapers.

2

Tap and select the images you want to display as a collage.

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3

Edit the slideshow as desired and tap SET WALLPAPER.

Audio recording features

HD Audio Recorder overview

You can configure the audio settings manually so that you can record

audio based on the settings optimised for the selected mode.

Recording modes

You can record a high definition audio file by selecting and configuring the

audio mode to suit the recording environment.

Tap

Essentials HD Audio Recorder .

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Normal

You can record audio without extra settings.

Concert

You can record audio in a concert or other music events.

Custom

You can configure the desired settings to record audio.

• When you connect the earpiece to the device, appears. Tap and

then select the microphone to use.

Studio Mode

With Studio mode, you can play an audio file or music and record your

voice at the same time, create a chord by recording your voice multiple

times, and record your comments over the presenter’s or speaker’s original

audio file.

1

Tap Essentials HD Audio Recorder.

2

Select Custom.

3

Tap and select an audio file to use as background music.

4

Tap to record voice.

5

Tap to save the recorded file.

• Background music can only be played through earphones. Make sure to

plug in earphones before using this feature.

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Other useful features for use of the HD Audio

Recorder app

GAIN

You can adjust the sensitivity of the sound recorded by the microphone.

The higher the GAIN value is set, the more sensitively the sound is

recorded.

LCF

You can filter any low-pitched noises such as the low hum of the air

conditioner.

The higher the LCF (Low Cut Filter) value is set, the better high-frequency

noises are filtered.

LMT

It can prevent clipping of the recorded sound. The higher the LMT (Limiter)

value is set, the more low frequency sounds that will not get clipped.

• To change additional settings, tap Settings, then customise the file

type, bit depth, sampling rate and other settings.

• You can monitor sound quality with the connected earpiece while

recording audio. While recording audio in Studio mode, sound

monitoring is not supported. You can hear only the background music.

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Fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition overview

You must register your fingerprint on your device first before using the

fingerprint recognition function.

You can use the fingerprint recognition function in the following cases:

• To unlock the screen.

• To view the locked content in the Gallery or QuickMemo+.

• Confirm a purchase by signing in to an app or identifying yourself with

your fingerprint.

• Your fingerprint can be used by the device for user identification. Very

similar fingerprints from different users may be recognised by the

fingerprint sensor as the same fingerprint.

Precautions for fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition accuracy may decrease due to a number of

reasons. To maximise the recognition accuracy, check the following before

using the device.

• The devices Power/Lock key has a fingerprint sensor. Ensure that the

Power/Lock key is not damaged by a metallic object, such as coin or

key.

• When water, dust or other foreign substance is on the Power/Lock key

or your finger, the fingerprint registration or recognition may not work.

Clean and dry your finger before having the fingerprint recognised.

• A fingerprint may not be recognised properly if the surface of your

finger has a scar or is not smooth due to being soaked in water.

• If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may

not be recognised. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface

of the Power/Lock key.

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• Scan only one finger for each registration. Scanning more than one

finger may affect fingerprint registration and recognition.

• The device may generate static electricity if the surrounding air is

dry. If the surrounding air is dry, avoid scanning fingerprints, or touch

a metallic object such as coin or key before scanning fingerprints to

remove static electricity.

Registering fingerprints

You can register and save your fingerprint on the device to use fingerprint

identification.

1

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

• A lock screen must be set in order to be able to use this feature.

• If the screen lock is not active, configure the lock screen by following the

on-screen instructions. See

Setting a screen lock

for details.

2

Locate the Power/Lock key on the back of the device and gently put

your finger on it to register the fingerprint.

• Gently press the Power/Lock key so that the sensor can recognise your

fingerprint. If you press the Power/Lock key with an excessive force, the

screen lock function may start or the screen may be turned off.

• Ensure that your fingertip covers the entire surface of the sensor of the

Power/Lock key.

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3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

• Repeat scanning the fingerprint by moving your finger little by little

until the fingerprint registers.

4

When the fingerprint registration is done, tap OK.

• Tap ADD MORE to register another fingerprint. If you register

only one fingerprint and the corresponding finger is not in a good

condition, the fingerprint recognition may not work well. As the

preventive measure against this kind of situation, register multiple

fingerprints.

Managing fingerprints

You can edit or delete registered fingerprints.

1

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

2

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

3

From the fingerprint list, tap a fingerprint to rename it. To delete it, tap

.

Unlocking the screen with a fingerprint

You can unlock the screen or view the locked content by using your

fingerprint. Activate the desired function:

1

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

2

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

3

On the fingerprint settings screen, activate the desired function:

• Screen lock: Unlock the screen with a fingerprint.

• Content lock: Unlock content with a fingerprint. To do this, make

sure that the content lock is set.

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Face Recognition

Face recognition overview

You can release the screen lock by using the saved facial data.

• This feature may be more vulnerable to security than the other screen

locks such as Knock Code, Pattern, PIN, and Password.

• When a similar face or your photo image is used, the screen lock can be

released.

• The recognised facial data is securely stored in your device.

• When the face recognition is selected for screen lock, you must enter

the Knock Code, Pattern, PIN, or Password that has been used for face

registration without directly using the face recognition after the power

is turned on. Accordingly, be careful not to forget the specified value.

• If the device cannot detect your face, or you forgot the value specified

for registration, visit the nearest LG Customer Service Centre with your

device and ID card.

Precautions for face recognition

Face recognition accuracy may decrease in the following cases. To increase

its accuracy, check the following before using the device.

• Whether your face is covered with a hat, eyeglasses, or mask, or your

face is significantly different due to heavy makeup or beard.

• Whether there are fingerprints or foreign substances on the front of

the camera lens, or your device cannot detect your face due to a too

bright or dark light.

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Registering facial data

Before use of the face recognition feature, register your facial data on

your device.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Select screen lock

Allow face recognition.

• To use this feature, the screen lock must have been set with a Knock

Code, Pattern, PIN, or Password.

• When the screen lock is not set, register the data by following the on-

screen instructions. See

Setting a screen lock

for details.

2

Raise your device in the front of your eyes.

3

Register your face by following on-screen instructions.

• Register your face in a room that is not too bright or dark.

• Position your entire face inside the guideline on the screen, and then

adjust it by slowly moving up, down, left, or right.

4

When the face registration is done, tap OK.

Unlocking the screen with your face

You can release the screen lock with your face instead of Knock Code,

Pattern, PIN, or Password.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Select screen lock.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Drag to activate the face recognition feature.

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Improving the face recognition

You can add facial data in various conditions to improve face recognition.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Face Recognition.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Select Improve face recognition.

4

Register your face by following on-screen instructions.

5

When the face registration is done, tap OK.

Deleting facial data

You can delete the registered facial data and register it again if the face

recognition does not work properly.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Face Recognition.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Select Delete face to delete the facial data.

Unlocking the screen with your face when the screen

is turned off

With the screen turned off, raise your device and look at the front of the

screen. The device can detect your face and the screen is unlocked.

To deactivate this feature, follow the instruction below.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Face Recognition.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Drag Allow when screen is off to deactivate the feature.

• Face recognition feature is available only when the screen is locked.

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Unlocking the screen with face recognition and then

screen swiping

With the screen turned off, you can unlock the screen by performing face

recognition and then swiping the screen.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Face Recognition.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Drag Swipe to unlock after face recognized to activate the

feature.

Enhancing the face recognition

You can prevent your device from being unlocked by photos, images, or

videos.

1

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Face Recognition.

2

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

3

Drag Advanced face recognition to activate the feature.

• Face recognition speed may decrease when you activate this feature.

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Multi-tasking feature

Multi window

You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into the

multiple windows.

While using an app, touch and hold

from the Home touch buttons,

then select an app from the recently used apps list.

• You can use two apps displayed on the main screen at the same time.

• To stop the Multi window feature, touch and hold

.

• The Multi window feature is not supported by some apps, including

downloaded apps.

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Overview screen

The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently used apps.

To view the list of recently used apps, tap

on the Home, then tap the

displayed app.

• Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the

app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap

at the top of

each app.

Always-on display

You can display the date, time, signature or other information on the

screen even when the main screen is turned off. Always-on display is a

useful feature in order to check the time quickly and display your own

signature.

1

Tap Settings Display Always-on display and then tap

to activate it.

• This feature may be turned on when you purchase the device.

• The default setting may vary depending on the area and service provider.

2

Tap Content and select the item you want to display when the screen

is off.

• Make sure to check that your signature does not exceed the input field.

• The battery may drain faster when you use Always-on display. Turn off

this feature to use the battery longer.

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quick share

You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after

taking it.

1

Tap , then take a photo or record a video.

2

Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that app.

You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see

what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos.

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quick share icon

• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the

type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device.

• You can use this feature only when you take a photo or record a video in

the AUTO and SQUARE modes. See

AUTO mode

and

SQUARE camera

mode

for details.

Quick Help

You can view help information about the main features of the device,

frequently asked questions or the user guide. Search for help information

using keywords. You can solve your problems quickly by consulting

one-on-one with a specialist.

1

Tap Quick Help.

2

Search for help information by entering keywords in the search field.

• This feature is periodically updated utilising user feedback.

• Available menu items may vary depending on the area or service

provider.

• You can view the user manual online from the Quick Help app to view

detailed information about the devices features.

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