G5 to debut on February 21st, going head-to-head with Galaxy S7

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Published 4 Feb 2016

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February 21st is going to a big day for new Android phones. sent out some wacky invitations to announce the forthcoming G5 will get its big reveal at Mobile rld Congress that day, the same day Samsung is expected to reveal the Galaxy S7

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l the wackiness could just be clever marketing. But it may also hint to some new display technology, like a switchover to an OD display. Another rumor indicates the phone will be the most premium hset to date from borrow many design elements from the V10.

The most unusual hint is that built in a “magic slot” into the bottom, which will allow for some type of hardware expansion. It could be for a physical keyboard, a camera, or other accessories. just don’t know exactly what it will be yet.

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y this matters: The G4 was a great phone with an excellent camera, but it didn’t st out in the marketplace as much as hoped. has its sights set on reversing that impression, the smackdown with Samsung hints that the company is confident it has crafted a winner. Get ready for what should be a very interesting day in February.