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product_id: 69982303
title: "LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black"
brand: "lg"
price: "$639"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/69982303-lg-g3-d850-metallic-black
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region: New Zealand
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# 2.5 GHz Snapdragon 801 processor 5.5-inch Quad HD display 13 MP laser autofocus camera LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black

**Brand:** lg
**Price:** $639
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your mobile game with LG G3 — where power meets style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black by lg
- **How much does it cost?** $639 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/69982303-lg-g3-d850-metallic-black)

## Best For

- lg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lg brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pro-Grade Camera:** Capture life’s moments with a 13 MP laser autofocus camera that excels even in low light.
- • **Powerhouse Performance:** Snapdragon 801 processor at 2.5 GHz ensures seamless multitasking and lightning-fast app launches.
- • **Stunning Quad HD Display:** Experience ultra-crisp visuals on a vibrant 5.5-inch screen that makes every app and video pop.
- • **Sleek Metallic Black Design:** Turn heads with a premium, sturdy design that feels as good as it looks in your hand.
- • **Fast Charging, All Day Power:** Charge fully in under 3 hours and enjoy up to 12 hours of moderate use—stay connected without the wait.

## Overview

The LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black is a sleek smartphone featuring a 5.5-inch Quad HD display, a powerful 2.5 GHz Snapdragon 801 processor, and a 13 MP laser autofocus camera. Running Android 4.4.2 KitKat, it offers fast charging under 3 hours and up to 12 hours of moderate battery life. With 32 GB storage, expandable via MicroSD, and a premium metallic design, it delivers a professional-grade experience perfect for multitasking millennials seeking style and performance.

## Description

• WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Review: Best $.01 cent I've ever spent. - First let me say, my last 3 phone's have been Samsung's. So after doing a bit of research, and seeing how cheap my upgrade would be, I settled on the G3. My order arrived within 34 hours after purchasing it. (2 day free shipping) Unboxed everything, started the charging process and then began restoring all my data. I used CM Backup and highly recommend it, as it was one of the quickest restore's I've ever done. Then I went about digging into the settings, and optimized things for battery drain purposes. Almost all of my app's synced via the Google Play services update. About 80% anyway. So I installed the things it missed, organized my home screen and then read a few "tip's and trick's" articles online about all these other unique features the phone offers. My favorite has to be being able to quickly pull up the camera via the volume down button on the back. Very handy. Another tip is to change the picture rez within the camera settings. By default, it's set to 12mp, you can up it to the full 15 with one switch. Other than that, the battery charged in less than 3 hours!! Another first for me as my S3 would take at minimum 4 hours. So now I'm putting it through it's paces to see what I get out of the battery on it's first charge. Then of course keep charging and discharging at least 3x to get the max life out of the battery. It's a beautiful phone, especially compared to my S3. I'm sure it'll take a while to get completely adjusted to LG's version of TouchWiz and functions. But so far, I'm very happy with the phone and even though it's not all metal, It wasn't made to look like the plastic it is. Has a nice sturdy looking design and just feels right in my hand. (average size) Gorgeous screen and very snappy response while multi-tasking with various apps and features. And for 1 penny?? The best penny I've ever spent. I'll try to update on my experience with it in a few weeks. ----------------------------------------------------- EDIT: Jan 19th - So far, so good. This screen is gorgeous and the quad core cpu combined with the 3mb of RAM, really fly. Even when I've multiple apps running at the same time. I just got the (LG G3 Case, SUPCASE Premium Hybrid Protective Bumper Case) for $15 for it and it may not be the most drop protective case, it has a nice feel with just enough protection for me. Love that the battery charges in 3 hours or less, usually 2:45 or so. But I also bought an external device charger for 2 phones for $25. Even though I seem to be getting right around 10-12 hours of moderate use out of it. I can keep this in the car to charge both my wife's phone and mine. (Wirecutter's Pick - Intocircuit® 11200mAh Power Castle Heavy Duty 5V 2A/1A Dual USB Ports External Battery Pack Charger) The only problem I've encountered is the phone auto rebooted 2 days ago while driving across a bridge I travel on. Haven't noticed it before or since, but will def be keeping an eye out for that again.
Review: The best android cellphone! Working amazingly fine on Straight Talk with LTE - I am happy to say that the G3 is the best cellphone that I've ever had! I had the Lumia 1020, which I returned for being defective... Awesome camera, but the lack of apps is a huge downside of windows phone yet... Also, I had the Samsung S5, thank GOD it came defective too (display issues and overheating), I am a big fan of the Samung S3... I tried for one week the S5, and I got pretty disappointed... The reason is called TOUCHWIZ, it's too heavy to be used with Kit Kat!! It has lag issues, I had performance issues while I was playing REAL RACING 3, poor frame rate... Also, the cam is not good in low light conditions... Which is crazy... And the heart beat scanner is silly, because it's gimmicky, it takes more battery life and nothing more... Also, the Heart beat scanner brings inconsistent readings all the time... With that being said... So I was thinking to myself, which cellphone should I buy? I decided to go with the LG G3! And I cannot regret!!! I bought at full price! To use with Straight Talk! There is no need to unlock (yet) if you use the G3 on Straight Talk, also I am getting LTE, which is great! The G3 is freaking fast, and I congratulate LG for making the G3 resembling so much the Stock Android OS!!! It runs fast, and if feels great! The IOS Camera is another plus!! I take pictures all the time with my phone! And G3 manages to take great pictures in low light condition! Of course, the laser focus is a great advantage as well! A 4K recording along with the 2K display are a great combination! Also, I am going to add some pictures in low light condition! :-D The Knock code is so helpful! Easy and it feels secure to use anytime... With the Snapdragon 801, plus 3 gb of ram and 32gb (plus MicroSD expansion), and QUAD HD DISPLAY (It's simply the best in the market)... you cant go wrong!! Price wise! It's pretty fair!! :-D Ps.: I just posted a few pictures! On low light condition and sunset :-D

## Features

- Display: 5.5-inches
- Camera: 13-MP
- Processor Speed: 2.5 GHz
- OS: Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00L9OVC94 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #296,407 in Cell Phones & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories ) #6,152 in Cell Phones |
| Color | Black |
| Connectivity technologies | Wi-Fi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,448) |
| Date First Available | July 11, 2014 |
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Form Factor | Smartphone |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen with Stylus Support |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 5.4 ounces |
| Item model number | LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black |
| Manufacturer | LG Electronics |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
| OS | Android |
| Other camera features | 13 MP |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Phone Standby Time (with data) | 672 hours |
| Phone Talk Time | 1260 Minutes |
| Product Dimensions | 2.94 x 0.35 x 5.76 inches |
| RAM | 32 GB |
| Special features | Built-In GPS, bluetooth-enabled, dual-camera, lte, smartphone, touchscreen |
| Standing screen display size | 5.5 Inches |
| Weight | 5.36 Ounces |
| Whats in the box | Camera, Video Recorder |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** LG
- **CPU Speed:** 2.5 GHz
- **Cellular Technology:** 4G
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wi-Fi
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 32 GB
- **Model Name:** LG G3
- **Operating System:** Android
- **Screen Size:** 5.5 Inches
- **Wireless network technology:** LTE

## Images

![LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/410TNB7mNjL.jpg)
![LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41BXNBYBfmL.jpg)
![LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41hl8whj7jL.jpg)
![LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jn2qKSpuL.jpg)
![LG G3 (D850) Metallic Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81B7bMgCyxL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Service Provider, Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the G3's display as dim as people say it is or is it fine? Also,  is the display "washed out" as other people say compared to other phones? Thanks.**
A: Even though I have the Metallic Black version for Verizon, the displays should be identical.  My display is just great; good size and adjustable for my lighting conditions.  The auto brightness setting isn't always the best setting, so I adjust it as needed with no problems.  The LG G3 has been a great phone for me.

**Q: I have seen the LG g3 screen go dim. Does this one do that?**
A: I am replacing mine; LG G3 , the Brightness setting seems to be tampered with resulting in a dim image. Quite often this will happen.
The only explanation I can see causing this would be an update "Push" to the phone VIA the Carrier/Network. I have had as little as 27 percent
brightness... I can recover ; adjust it back to...89 percent. I run very few Applications and see no evidence an application did in fact dim
the brightness setting

**Q: my phone doesn't have a SIM card. will this phone still work**
A: This phone is the D850 model, which is AT&T. D851 is TMo. Vzn and Sprint is VS985. US990 is US Cell. None (that I know of) will charge for a Sim card if you get it at a COMPANY store. As for the certified dealers some do and some don't. Where I live AT&T doesn't and Vzn charges $10.

**Q: Will this phone work with straight talk?**
A: It will work with a straight talk att SIM.  It will even work with a verizon SIM.  But with the verizon SIM you will not get high speed data you will only have 3G.  This is due to the different frequencies that that antenna can receive.  If you have straight talk get a straight talk att SIM.  With straight talk and verizon and AT&T. You will have their services. Just not the complete service.  The priority will get downgraded. Also if you roam you may only have data or talk or none or both.  I know this because I went through the same thing recently. I had straight talk and went then went to verizon. Still didn't have the same as a contract phone. So I got this with att. It will work. Just not as good as a contract phone. Since you don't pay for the full service. Your not going to get it.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best $.01 cent I've ever spent.
*by J***J on January 15, 2015*

First let me say, my last 3 phone's have been Samsung's. So after doing a bit of research, and seeing how cheap my upgrade would be, I settled on the G3. My order arrived within 34 hours after purchasing it. (2 day free shipping) Unboxed everything, started the charging process and then began restoring all my data. I used CM Backup and highly recommend it, as it was one of the quickest restore's I've ever done. Then I went about digging into the settings, and optimized things for battery drain purposes. Almost all of my app's synced via the Google Play services update. About 80% anyway. So I installed the things it missed, organized my home screen and then read a few "tip's and trick's" articles online about all these other unique features the phone offers. My favorite has to be being able to quickly pull up the camera via the volume down button on the back. Very handy. Another tip is to change the picture rez within the camera settings. By default, it's set to 12mp, you can up it to the full 15 with one switch. Other than that, the battery charged in less than 3 hours!! Another first for me as my S3 would take at minimum 4 hours. So now I'm putting it through it's paces to see what I get out of the battery on it's first charge. Then of course keep charging and discharging at least 3x to get the max life out of the battery. It's a beautiful phone, especially compared to my S3. I'm sure it'll take a while to get completely adjusted to LG's version of TouchWiz and functions. But so far, I'm very happy with the phone and even though it's not all metal, It wasn't made to look like the plastic it is. Has a nice sturdy looking design and just feels right in my hand. (average size) Gorgeous screen and very snappy response while multi-tasking with various apps and features. And for 1 penny?? The best penny I've ever spent. I'll try to update on my experience with it in a few weeks. ----------------------------------------------------- EDIT: Jan 19th - So far, so good. This screen is gorgeous and the quad core cpu combined with the 3mb of RAM, really fly. Even when I've multiple apps running at the same time. I just got the (LG G3 Case, SUPCASE Premium Hybrid Protective Bumper Case) for $15 for it and it may not be the most drop protective case, it has a nice feel with just enough protection for me. Love that the battery charges in 3 hours or less, usually 2:45 or so. But I also bought an external device charger for 2 phones for $25. Even though I seem to be getting right around 10-12 hours of moderate use out of it. I can keep this in the car to charge both my wife's phone and mine. (Wirecutter's Pick - Intocircuit® 11200mAh Power Castle Heavy Duty 5V 2A/1A Dual USB Ports External Battery Pack Charger) The only problem I've encountered is the phone auto rebooted 2 days ago while driving across a bridge I travel on. Haven't noticed it before or since, but will def be keeping an eye out for that again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best android cellphone! Working amazingly fine on Straight Talk with LTE
*by R***K on August 6, 2014*

I am happy to say that the G3 is the best cellphone that I've ever had! I had the Lumia 1020, which I returned for being defective... Awesome camera, but the lack of apps is a huge downside of windows phone yet... Also, I had the Samsung S5, thank GOD it came defective too (display issues and overheating), I am a big fan of the Samung S3... I tried for one week the S5, and I got pretty disappointed... The reason is called TOUCHWIZ, it's too heavy to be used with Kit Kat!! It has lag issues, I had performance issues while I was playing REAL RACING 3, poor frame rate... Also, the cam is not good in low light conditions... Which is crazy... And the heart beat scanner is silly, because it's gimmicky, it takes more battery life and nothing more... Also, the Heart beat scanner brings inconsistent readings all the time... With that being said... So I was thinking to myself, which cellphone should I buy? I decided to go with the LG G3! And I cannot regret!!! I bought at full price! To use with Straight Talk! There is no need to unlock (yet) if you use the G3 on Straight Talk, also I am getting LTE, which is great! The G3 is freaking fast, and I congratulate LG for making the G3 resembling so much the Stock Android OS!!! It runs fast, and if feels great! The IOS Camera is another plus!! I take pictures all the time with my phone! And G3 manages to take great pictures in low light condition! Of course, the laser focus is a great advantage as well! A 4K recording along with the 2K display are a great combination! Also, I am going to add some pictures in low light condition! :-D The Knock code is so helpful! Easy and it feels secure to use anytime... With the Snapdragon 801, plus 3 gb of ram and 32gb (plus MicroSD expansion), and QUAD HD DISPLAY (It's simply the best in the market)... you cant go wrong!! Price wise! It's pretty fair!! :-D Ps.: I just posted a few pictures! On low light condition and sunset :-D

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ GREAT PHONE, TERRIBLE BATTERY
*by J***. on February 3, 2019*

I LOVE THIS PHONE. My regular G3 had the screen crack, and I had already used my insurance to replace it, so I couldn't do it a second time. I had to buy one off-hand. This phone has always been great, a little larger than normal, but a great balance of features and functionality. The camera is beyond excellent as well. My two biggest complaints are this--1. Unlike cheaper LG phones, with this phone if the screen gets cracked EVEN SLIGHTLY, the phone will detect it and go into an "emergency lock mode", where you become 100% UNABLE to use the screen to unlock or access your phone. It WILL allow you to answer calls if they come by pressing the power button, but you cannot make calls or send txts or anything. It simply tells you to contact LG or your service provider to have it repaired. This seems like an utter rip off, for LG to make just a LITTLE issue into a financial gain for them. Shame on you LG. #2. THE BATTERY IS CRAP. It is a MASSIVE battery for the phone, and yet it drains EXTREMELY QUICKLY when you use the phone in normal, mundane things like making calls, but drains HYSTERICALLY FAST when you engage in something graphic-intensive, like a game or using Maps. Not only that, but the battery frequently gets EXTREMELY HOT when in constant use, and if you try to charge it WHILE in use, it can overheat to the point where it will STOP CHARGING bc it is SO HOT--OR SHUT DOWN YOUR PHONE to help it cool down.

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