The LG G5 was a significant departure from the norm for LG, with their latest flagship being the first device from the company to feature an all metal construction. Secondly, the unique rear button layout is no more as well, and while the home button, with a fingerprint scanner embedded into it is still found on the back, the volume rocker has been moved to a more traditional placement on the side. Finally, and of course, most interestingly, the LG G5 is also the first of its kind to offer some form of modular capabilities. This has been achieved courtesy of a removable bottom chin, that apart from allowing LG to retain staple features like a replaceable battery, can also be changed to something else, like a physical camera control unit or an audio DAC. If you are in the market for something unique, the LG G5 is certainly the device for you.
However, like any other smartphone or tablet, the LG G5 is not without its fair share of problems. Which is why, we’ve rounded up some of the common issues that plague LG G5 owners, and offer potential solutions on how to fix them!
Disclaimer: Not every LG G5 owner will face these problems, and in all likelihood, you won’t come across any of these issues at all. Problem #1 – Backlight bleed
Quite a few users have complained about seeing significant backlight bleed, with bright spots appearing around the corners and sides of the display. Some users have also reported seeing distortion on the display with only a little bit of pressure is applied.
Potential solutions:==> This is a hardware issue, and the only option you have is to pick up a replacement. You can check out significant the problem is by using Backlight Bleed Test app that is available on the Google Play Store, which can also help show the issue when requesting a replacement from LG or your network carrier.
Problem #2 – Notification LED not working
Some users have found the notification LED to not function as expected. While it seems to work fine with stock LG apps, that isn’t the case with third party applications.
Potential solutions:==> This seems to be a software issue, and hopefully, LG will have a fix available soon with a software update. Until then, you can try using the Light Flowapplication from the Google Play Store to get the notification LED to work as expected. There is also a free version of the app with slightly limited functionality to check it out first.
Problem #3 – Proximity sensor issue
==> Users have faced issue with the proximity sensor when using screen guards, particularly of the tempered glass variety, that cover the sensor. This results in the screen remaining off after calls, or being unable to use the phone to access other information while on a call.
Potential solutions:==> You can check if there is a problem with the proximity sensor itself. Download an app like Aida64 from the Google Play Store. Go to the Sensors section and look for the Proximity sensor. Hold your hand over the sensor, and the value should switch between 5 cm and 0 cm for far and near respectively.
==> To re-calibrate the sensor, dial *#546368#*860# (the last three digits, 860 in this case, is the model number of your LG G5), then go to Device test – SAAT – Service Menu Manual Test – key press test – cal start. This will re-calibrate the proximity sensor.
Problem #4 – Connectivity issues
As is the case with any new device, you may find yourself facing some connectivity issues with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Bluetooth issues seem to be especially prominent with the LG G5.
Potential solutions:
Wi-Fi issues==> Turn the device and the router off for at least ten seconds, then turn them back and retry the connection.
==> Go to Settings – Power savingand ensure that this option is turned off.
==> Use the Wi-Fi Analyzer to check how crowded your channel is, and switch to a better option.
.==> Forget the Wi-Fi connection by going to Settings – Wi-Fi and long tapping the connection you want, then selecting “Forget”.
==> Re-enter the details and try again.
==> Make sure the router firmware is up to date.
==> Make sure the applications and software on the device are up to date.
==> Go into Wi-Fi – Settings – Advanced and make a note of your device MAC address, then make sure that it is allowed access in the router’s MAC filter.
Bluetooth issuesWith issues when connecting to the car, check the manufacturer’s manual for the device and the car and reset your connections.
==> Ensure that you are not missing a vital part of the connection process.
==> Go to Settings – Bluetooth and ensure nothing needs changing
==> Go into Settings – Bluetoothdelete all prior pairings and try setting them up again from scratch.
==> When it comes to issues with multiple device connection, only a future update will be able to address this problem.
Problem #5 – No app drawer
This isn’t exactly an issue with the phone, but LG has decided to leave out the app drawer with their latest LG UX software experience, which can take some getting used to.
Potential solutions:==> LG has an official option available. Open the LG SmartWorld app, and search for LG Home 4.0. Once installed, the app drawer will be back.
==> m You can also go to Settings – Display – Homescreen – Select Home, and then select EasyHome.
This will simplify the interface significantly, but does bring back the app drawer.Finally, you always have the option of downloading a third party launcher from the Google Play Store.
Guides – Soft reset, hard reset, wipe cache partition, hardware control mode
Soft reset==> When the screen is not responsive, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds, until the device restarts.
==> Alternately, you can also pull the battery to shut down the phone.
Hard reset==> Turn the device off.
==> Press and hold the power button and the volume down key simultaneously, and when the LG logo is displayed, release only the power button, and then immediately press the power button again, and wait till the factory reset menu comes up.
==> Press the power button to continue, or the volume keys to cancel.
Booting into Safe Mode==>Turn off the phone and restart it. When the LG logo appears, press and hold the volume down key until you see the home screen, which should take it into Safe Mode.
==> When the phone is on, press and hold the power button till the shutdown options appear. Press and hold the “Power off” option till a confirmation pops up and tap OK. This will boot the device into Safe Mode.
Hardware control mode
If the display of the phone is broken or damaged, you can still perform some basic functions using the hardware buttons.
==> Turn off the phone.
==> Press and hold the power button and both volume keys together for more than 10 seconds to enable the hardware key control mode.
==> Press the volume keys to scroll to the option you want, and press the power button to confirm.
==> To answer a call, you can now press both volume keys at the same time to do so.
==> to end a call, press the power button during the call.
==> To stop the alarm, press and hold the volume keys together when the alarm rings.
So there you have it for this roundup of some common problems faced by LG G5 owners! We will continue to keep this list updated, and if you do come across any other issues, Kindly Contact Me.
All said and done, don’t let any of these issues change your mind about what is otherwise a very good phone. Despite the move to premium materials, LG continues to offer staple features like a replaceable battery, and the device boasts one of the best cameras that have released so far this year. Of course, there is also the unique modular capabilities that make the LG G5 stand out from the crowd. As mentioned, it is quite likely that you won’t come across any of the problems mentioned above.
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