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Aukey makes great chargers for cheap, make sure you get QC 3.0

You're gonna need a separate cable though (the ones Aukey includes are cheaply made and not USB-C)

I highly recommend Monoprice's USB-C cables, they are cheap (but good quality) and have a lifetime warranty.

You could also look for Tronsmart USB-C which I have a few of, but make sure they're the ones which are approved by Benson Leung from Google, such as this one

I still recommend Monoprice more though, their cables are higher quality.

I use all of the aforementioned things with my G5 (and five other friends who have G5) and they are perfectly compatible.

Not a novelty case by any means, but this faux leather wallet case it the case I had for my last phone and I was really pleased to find it was available for the G5 (I just switched yesterday).

For the price, I think it's a great buy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C25N1CE/

I'm excited to see what novelty phone cases pop up in this thread. There's a "shell phone" case I really liked (makes your phone look like a mermaid's sea shell). Maybe the G5 will have more options than my last phone?

Hootoo has a lineup of USB-C hubs that have an assortment of ports. You can get a simple one or a more advanced one with power passthrough, several USB3 ports, an SD reader and an HDMI out. They're not tiny, but hey - if you're doing to be doing HDMI, you probably need a HDMI cable too so you need a bag either way.

They're not cheap (Apple devices seem to be their target market), but it's quality stuff in aluminium, and the HDMI out works perfectly with my G5. Perfect in hotels or some such - most hotel TV's will have a HDMI in plug, just have some videos on the G5 and put them on the big screen. Good times.

Plus, with three USB ports, you can plug in a keyboard and a mouse if you want and presto, you have a full HD capable little Android desktop.

http://www.hootoo.com/ht-uc001-usb-type-c-hub-charging-hdmi-apple-pd.html - apparently nowadays they even come in silver, gold, rose gold or "space gray", should match the G5 colors pretty well. I got the silver one though.

https://www.amazon.com/HooToo-Shuttle-Delivery-Charging-Output/dp/B01K7C52E4/

Unfortunately, the SD reader doesn't work in the G5, and I haven't had success with plugging in a normal USB memory stick either. Which is not shocking since you need to be rooted and be running Stickmount, I believe, for that to work. But video out and HID devices working is already kind of cool in my book.

Might be possible to hook up a printer to it via USB too, gotta have to give that a whirl.

And maybe an Xbox game controller, haven't tried that yet but I see no reason why that wouldn't work also.

I've had this case for about a month now. I love it. All of the buttons work well, including the fingerprint reader. The audio and usb-c openings have ample clearance. I also had this case for my Galaxy S5 for around a year and it held up remarkably well. Good case, great price!

p.s. you've gotta smile! https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BWQ49O8

I have and love this one. Great grip, great coverage, removes easily & quickly. Buttons & fingerprint reader are still very easy to use.

If you like thin minimalistic cases the OBLIQ Flex Pro case is really nice and feels great. Build quality is very good almost feels like a full plastic case

https://www.amazon.com/Absorption-Protection-Bumper-Scratch-Protective/dp/B01BOBL8SQ

In case someone was interested

I'm using an Obliq case that's pretty thin. Thickness was one of my main concerns with a case too. I worked it down to this and an incipio case.

Only gripes with this one are that it is a tad slippery, and that the cutout for the charger port is actually a bit sharp on the edges and is annoying when I one-hand the phone and it rests on my pinky. I'm going to see if I can sand the edges down or something though.

Other than that it's a great case, very solid feel, good-feeling texture on the back, buttons work great, port cutouts are large, and the cutout for the fingerprint reader is perfect.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BOBL8SQ/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_s_awd_d_VFNIxbX0EGBSA

Hold the presses, and heckles to my worsening English:
You did NOT want a wallet style case... where did I see that other case though with the fold out card pocket.... I've seen one somewhere...

OK, so I found two cases that might work.

this one seems to be the favorite of people like you: https://www.amazon.com/SKINU-Protection-Wallet-Mirror-Adapter/dp/B01M1C2RZ8

this one has very mixed reviews: https://www.amazon.com/Case-TORU-PRO-Wallet-Protective/dp/B01FJX1S58

(They both have at least one alternative color, in case you don't happen to like orange or dark grey.)

Sorry about this one here below then, but maybe it will help someone else lols:

https://www.tech21.com/en_US/evo-wallet-case-for-lg-g5

(A wallet case with pretty good durability ratings also.)

I got the Caseology Wavelength series, I love it! This is not a modular case, but it is very easy to take on and off and provides good protection as well. Slim case without being too bulky, and has a variety of colors! I have the coral pink and gold one.

https://www.amazon.com/Caseology%C2%AE-Wavelength-Textured-Cover-Coral/dp/B01BEH1RAO/

My screen protector and case setup:

Case: Spigen Neo Hybrid

Screen Protector: ID Glass Tempered Glass

The case has been really good. It can be a little difficult to take on and off of the phone but once you can get the hang of it it's pretty easy.

The screen protector is good, but there are some parts of the very bottom of the protector that didn't stick for whatever reason (Not directly in front of the screen so not really noticeable)

I went with this: http://www.amazon.com/Spigen%C2%AE-Exact-Fit-Black-Premium-Finish/dp/B01B1GQETC?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

It is super thin, which is what I wanted. It is a nice shell, should protect it from normal wear and tear.

Also got these screen protectors, and they work great: http://www.amazon.com/Screen-Protector-Spigen%C2%AE-Ultra-Crystal/dp/B01B1GQDGG?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

Of course! When I got the Cam Plus I was going to a concert in a few days, and knew I just would not trust myself without at least a bumper or something on it. Started panicking until I remembered I had an extra case that I wasn't hugely fond of to begin with, and sliced it up and it worked just great. Perfect amount of grip and made me feel confident in handling the phone, even though the dust guards don't quite fit in their positions because of the longer length. Good luck!

This was that case, btw: http://www.amazon.com/Ringke-Resilient-Durability-Anti-Slip-Defensive/dp/B01BSZIHO6

I've been using this case:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BOBL8SQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Since launch. It's super thin, plenty of room for a screen protector, metal buttons on the side, easy on/easy off. Probably the best case I've had for a phone... ever.

IQ Shield LiQuidSkin. Best screen protector I've ever tried. Painless application and great quality from thereon in.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01FL9WFW0/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Been using this case cause its super thin but does a good enough job of keeping the phone safe.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BEH1PJC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2Gtjyb16Z5HKA

I think you may want to look into another tempered glass screen protector or just go back to a normal one? If you are looking for a good normal one I recommend this as it covers the top curve bit and will definitely work with the case as its Spigen

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01B1GQDGG/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=569136327&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B01CRBG7ZQ&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=DTDJ6TBXSW53JH4RXEAZ

> Would you care to explain better the gps stuff you talked about?

I'll try. Qualcomm (the CPU manufacturer) has a technology called iZat which the phone probably asked you the the set-up if you wanted to enable (or you can find a toggle in location settings). It's just a small improvement over assisted-gps which uses wifi networks and bluetooth devices around you to provide a more precise location inside buildings or low gps signal areas (or well, at least try to lol) while knowing when it's futile to listen to the few gps satelites it can see and just poll the wifi network's location settings.

>case

I got this one. It's made from TPU in the bumpers and a harder, more durable plastic for the actual rear. If by colored bumper you were talking about cases like this Orzly or this VRS cases, they share the same concept: the bumper is TPU/whatever flexible, shock absorbing plastic and the clear part is usually harder. With cases on such an expensive device, I usually don't even look to save money on them because I don't find the risk worthwile. Stick to reputable brands like Orzly, Spigen, VRS, Caseology, Ringke, etc. (by rule of thumb never buy a case that does not advertise their brand haha). I got the clear one because this is the first non-black phone I have, I got the gold G5 and wanted to show off the pretty color for a bit. My next case might be this spigen "modular" case because I like the design.

>screen protector

I bought a tempered glass protector because I don't want to risk cracking the screen. I got it from ORZLY because that's the same brand I had on my G3 and it was very durable, never cracked in well over a year and it was not too expensive. My g3 survived too many falls, and I'm 100% certain the G5's won't stand that kind of abuse without tempered glass. That said, I still have not placed it because I'm testing out the unit for a week just in case a defect pops up. It had minor screen bleeding on the bottom left but loosening the screw in that point has slowly made that spot dissapear.

>screen+case

I can't tell if the glue on the protector will be strong enough, but the plastic protector that already comes stuck to the phone ocassionally peels off a little (very, very little) if you grab the phone too hard. Since this is a "stock" screen protector I'm sure the glue quality will be worse than spigen's protectors, and since they also make cases I don't think it won't fit well.

Get yourself a GameSir G3s works great with the G5 via Bluetooth & almost any other device. Comes with a phone mount bracket & micro USB dongle for X-Input PC use. They throw in a multi system emulator for free, as well.

I have used two myself, I prefer glass as they have saved my screens multiple times. The spigen one works great as well it just comes down to preference.

Spigen: https://www.amazon.ca/Protector-Spigen%C2%AE-Crystal-Install-Japanese/dp/B01B1GQDGG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474647688&sr=8-1&keywords=lg+g5+screen+protector

Glass: https://www.amazon.ca/Orzly%C2%AE-Pro-Fit-Glass-Screen-Protector/dp/B01DDRQ4B0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1474647688&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+g5+screen+protector

How To: https://youtu.be/_cXcz5iP6LY

Product I bought:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JREVQ66/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_TevnM3D3UeKqA


The method worked great, I endorse that. The replacement cover was just fine, but you could go any number of routes on that I'm sure and be okay.

Either way, it saves $100+ if you were to go the warranty route.

Yes, with this cradle:

https://www.amazon.com/Standard-Charging-BCK-5100-Prime-Universal/dp/B01DX877UQ

Was $30 from LG, or $15 on Amazon for a long time, but now $45.

You can't charge the battery with just the "chin".

If your phone is going through a boot loop of seeing the charger, trying to start up, and then discharging the battery and shutting down, you either need a better charger or new battery, or patience.

Also, LG, if you're reading this:

1. Please don't turn the phone on whenever it's plugged into the charger! Wait for the power button, that's what it's for.
   
2. Don't show a giant full-screen maximum-brightness white-background animation on startup. A little LG logo on black with low brightness is fine.

Hey don't buy that shit of Amazon.com https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01B1GQDGG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1472883334&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=spigen+lg+g5+screen+protector&dpPl=1&dpID=51dxucS3zmL&ref=plSrch

Spigen makes quality products I would highly recommend their cases as well have inn in my G5 and it's really slim yet has protected my phone so far from a couple drops.

This baby pushes 24W through which is the highest Ive been able to find. Charges my phone in 20-25 minutes tops.

https://www.amazon.ca/PowerIQ-Anker-Charger-PowerPort-included/dp/B01CJ90J6O

edit: I know it says it doesnt do quick charge on the G5 on amazon but it works perfect for me (H831)

I love mine

Spigen Style Armor LG G5 Case with Soft-Interior Scratch Protection for LG G5 - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C4LCR76/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DB-fybSMPFJ02

No, but there were/are special travel charger for the G5 you could buy

https://www.androidcentral.com/lg-g5-spare-battery-coffin-brilliant-little-charger

https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Charger-Sfmn-Travel-Spare/dp/B07BKY2MQF/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_107_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=TDBGGB11SNVAQVK80SQF

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BL-42D1F-Travel-AC-Wall-Battery-Dock-USB-Charger-For-LG-G5-H850-H820-H830-H845/222154176081?hash=item33b96bb651:m:mTBZKF0qBREH7pG2U4aabbQ

And so on, just google about it.

God bless.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C4LCR76

I bought this from Amazon on jan 11 2017, haven't had any issues and hold up way better than original. There's some kind of blue coating bs on it, not sure what that mean, but I haven't noticed negative effects in the pictures.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JREVQ66?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I am really liking this case so far:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BWQ49O8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You'll be able to buy it directly from LG once the promo period completely ends. You can also buy it here off amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01DX877UQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1463610653&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Lg+g5+battery

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01C4LCR76/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this case and the bottom comes off with a button exactly where the button is to take off the bottom and replace the bottom.

You may have made already made a purchase.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01BWQ49O8/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1485470871&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=spigen+lg+g5&dpPl=1&dpID=51bQOUdelQL&ref=plSrch

Are you talking about this one? https://www.amazon.ca/Absorption-Protection-Bumper-Scratch-Protective/dp/B01BOBL8SQ

I ordered [https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01DX877UQ/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1] (this) and its working fine, looks like a Korean set (all kr writing first) but I'm having no issues.

I've stickied this thread because it's pretty damn useful and would cut down on dupe threads.

Also, throwing my vote in for the Spigen Thin Fit. Feels sturdy enough that I'm not going to worry about it breaking when I drop it, but slim enough not to increase the profile too much.