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Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
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Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D have already managed to grab considerable attention as both can record and play 3D content (including games) and allow the users to view them without special glasses.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
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Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

LG Optimus 3D, which is expected to be released in the US market under the name LG Thrill 4G, boasts of 4.3-inch 3D LCD capacitive qHD touchscreen (480x800 pixel resolution), Android 2.2 OS (Froyo), dual-core 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 proccessor, 8GB internal storage (expandable up to 32GB via microSD card slot), 512MB RAM, WiFi, Bluetooth, accelerometer, proximity sensor and gyro sensor.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: Reuters

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

Impressive specs but Optimus 3D's strength lies in its dual 5-megapixel camera, which comes with autofocus function and LED flash, and is capable of taking stereoscopic photos & videos. Optimus 3D is also capable of capturing 1080p video @30fps (2D) and 720p@30fps (3D).
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: Reuters

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

The smartphone also comes with PowerVR SGX540 GPU, which promises fluid-like gaming and web browsing experience.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: Reuters

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

HTC EVO 3D boasts of similar specs in the sense that it comes with 4.3-inch 3D LCD capacitive qHD touchscreen (540x960 pixels resolution), dual-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, HTC Sense 3.0 UI, 1GB internal storage (expandable up to 32GB via microSD card), 1GB RAM, WiFi, Bluetooth, accelerometer, proximity sensor and gyro sensor.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: Reuters

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

Like Optimus 3D, EVO 3D has 5-megapixel rear-facing camera with autofocus and is capable of taking stereoscopic photos (2-megapixel) and videos. Video capture is also possible at 1080p@24fps (2D) and 720p@30fps (3D). The secondary front-facing 1.3-megapixel camera supports video chats.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: LG | HTC | IBTimes

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

What sets LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D apart from other high-end smartphones is that both are capable of creating own content, video and photo in 3D.
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: LG | APPLE | HTC

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

So can Optimus 3D and EVO 3D take on iPhone? The answer is no. The 3D feature, which is the unique selling point for both the smartphones, isn't enough for either Optimus 3D or EV 3D to beat iPhone. But then again, both the smartphones are not out to challenge iPhone's supremacy. Rather they out to offer themselves as a viable alternative to dedicated handheld game devices. "The era of dedicated handheld gaming is over," LG's mobile communications business CEO Park Jong-seok said at the launch of Optimus 3D in Seoul. But is the world ready for 3D on smartphones?
Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?
Photo: LG | APPLE | HTC EVO

Apple iPhone versus LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D: Are these 3D Android smartphones out to destroy iPhone?

Though Nova 3D and Asphalt 6: Adrenaline will, no doubt, offer hours of engaging gameplay, viewing 3D on a 4-inch display for long isn't such a good idea as viewing 3D on a small screen can quickly make the eyes tired and give you a splitting headache. Nintendo 3D S owners can attest to that. No wonder, there's not a single rumor about the next generation iPhone promising a 3D experience. However, one thing's for sure, both the smartphones will attract many early adopters. HTC EVO 3D i selling in the US, courtesy Sprint Wireless while LG Optimus 3D will sell under the name LG Thrill 4G via AT&T. What do you think? Are 3D smartphones a good idea? Leave your comments below.

Apple iPhone may be the gold standard of smartphones but Google Android-based 3D smartphones such as LG Optimus 3D and HTC EVO 3D are creating waves at the moment.

Are they out to end iPhone's reign? Click on the slideshow to find out whether Optimus 3D and EVO 3D pose a threat to iPhone.