# Dual-Screen Phone Releases LG Will Release the G8X ThinQ in a Bundle with a Dual-Screen Accessory By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-10-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-g8x-thinq References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2019/10/22/lgs-dual-screen-phone-bundle-arrives-in-the-us-november-1-starting-at-699/) & [lgnewsroom](http://www.lgnewsroom.com/2019/09/lg-g8x-thinq-and-new-lg-dual-screen-enhance-mobile-multitasking-and-user-enjoyment/) [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-gram-fold) originally announced the release of the 'G8X ThinQ' at IFA in Berlin. Since then the company has indicated that it will release its [dual-screen phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-blaze-duo) in the United States on November 1st, where the phone can be purchased in a bundle for $699. The bundle will include the G8X ThinQ phone as well as an LG Dual Screen accessory. A USB-C cable can be used to provide a number of different screen combinations, including a gamepad, and keyboard. The phone's unique design allows consumers to use the device in either single or dual-screen mode. The enhanced flexibility could be an important selling feature as the [foldable device market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-unveiled) grows. The G8X ThinQ is powered by a Snapdragon 855 chip, and it has 6GM of RAM. Image Credit: LG ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dual-screen Phones:** A growing trend of phones featuring dual-screen technology offers flexible and innovative alternatives to traditional smartphones. - **Foldable Devices:** The success of phones with dual-screen technology could signal a demand for foldable devices in the future. - **Mobile Gaming:** Dual-screen technology provides a unique opportunity for mobile gaming, allowing for customized gamepad designs and more immersive gameplay experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Devices:** The mobile device industry could explore dual-screen technologies to enhance the user experience and differentiate from competitors. - **Gaming:** Dual-screen technology offers an opportunity to innovate mobile gaming experiences and create exciting new products for consumers. - **Electronics Retail:** Electronics retailers could market dual-screen phones as an innovative, customizable and flexible alternative to traditional smartphones, appealing to consumers looking for unique and differentiated experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Deluxe Dual-Screen Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-fold.md) - [Dual-Screen OLED Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-duo.md) - [Accessible Folding Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nubia-flip-5g.md) - [Dual-Screen Mobile Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dual-screen-phones.md) - [Dual-Screen Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl9000.md) - [Foldable Dual-Screen Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-v.md) - [Productive Dual-Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oppo-find-n2-flip.md) - [Dual-Screen Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbook-duo.md) - [Global Foldable Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-magic-vs.md)