Well, the LG G2 event just kicked off in NYC, but LG went ahead and sent out the official press release for the phone. This is LG’s new flagshp for 2013, and boy does it sound like a beast. We just went from the Moto X unveiling where the focus was off of specs, and now to this, where it’s all about next-gen everything. It will be available over the next 8 weeks starting in South Korea followed by North America, Europe and other key markets.

The G2 uses a 5.2-inch Full HD display with 423ppi that is the world’s thinnest, according to LG. It also runs a Snapdragon 800 processor, which is Qualcomm’s newest and most powerful to date. We’re also looking at 16GB or 32GB storage options, 2GB LPDDR3 800MHz RAM, rear 13MP camera, 2.1MP front camera, 3,000mAh battery, Android 4.2.2, and both black or white versions, all packed into a body that is 8.9mm thick.

The display is mostly edge-to-edge (2.65mm), but also uses Graphic RAM (GRAM) technology to reduce battery consumption by up to 26%. They also included that 3,000mAh battery to make sure you get plenty of life.

On the back, you’ll find the volume and power switches, something that is new to the smartphone game. LG thought this move made sense because people tend to hold their phone this way, but they also tossed in some features thanks to the new placement. You can quickly launch QuickMemo or wake the screen.

The camera is equipped with Optical Image Stabilizer, LG used 24 bit/192kHz Hi-Fi sound for audi playback, is ready for LTE (and LTE Advanced), and is using a new UI with specially built software features.

Update: The G2 will arrive on the four major U.S. carriers, which we would assume means Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.

Update 2: Here is a spec showdown between the G2, Galaxy S4, Moto X, HTC One, and Nexus 4.

Update 3: Be sure to check out our hands-on video tour of the G2. Also, you’ll want to see the new customizable features that the phone offers.

Here is the shortened spec list:

– Processor: 2.26GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 800 featuring quad Krait CPU

– Display: 5.2-inch Full HD IPS (1080 x 1920 pixels / 423 ppi)

– Memory: 32GB / 16GB

– RAM: 2GB LPDDR3 800MHz

– Camera: Rear 13.0MP with OIS / Front 2.1MP

– Battery: 3,000mAh

– Operating System: Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2

– Size: 138.5 x 70.9 x 8.9mm

– Colors: Black / White

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More coming!