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Price Impact: OLED TVs versus LED-backlit LCDs


LG 55-inch OLED TV

It's a well-known fact that new technology ushers in a barrage of deals on the previous-generation tech it replaces. We've seen that occur with processors, smartphones, laptops, and even tablets. But this year the stakes are higher as the TV industry braces itself for one of the biggest debuts we've seen since the introduction of high definition.

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, both LG and Samsung showcased their next-generation OLED HDTVs. As CNET succinctly puts it, OLED has the potential to be the best TV technology ever. And as the waiting game begins for the first big-screen OLED HDTV to hit the U.S. market (CNET estimates LG's 55" 55EM9600 will debut first in Q3), we can't help but wonder how OLED will affect prices of other TVs, specifically LED-based LCDs.Read more

The LG Spectrum Arrives at Verizon

by jessica on Thu, 2012-01-19 16:02


LG Spectrum

Numerous smartphones were announced at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show, which took place last week. One of the devices – the LG Spectrum – is one of the first to become available. You can now pick it up at Verizon Wireless stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com for $199.99 with a new two-year agreement.

Powered by Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread (upgradable to Ice Cream Sandwich), the LG Spectrum features a 4.5-inch True HD display with 720 x 1280 resolution, an 8-megapixel rear-facing autofocus camera with 1080p video capture, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera and has a Qualcomm 1.5 GHz dual-core processor. The dual-core processor, when combined with 4G LTE, gives the device super-fast download speeds and allows you to multitask with ease.

The LG Spectrum offers Mobile Hotspot capability and also comes loaded with SmartMovie HD, an app that lets you create and edit HD videos right on the device. In addition, for all you sports fans out there, the Spectrum features the ESPN ScoreCenter application which offers up exclusive HD video. Dolby Digital Plus is supported as well, allowing you to stream up to 7.1 channels of surround sound through your home entertainment system. Read more

CES Show Wrap: It's a Show, It's Biz, Live with It


2011 CES Show Floor

Open the Gates – With more than 31 football fields of show space, CES attendees have to crowd in opening day and walk themselves ragged in hopes of not just seeing all the show but seeing what will win/fail big in the coming year.

While a few folks have said CES is on its last leg, we wonder if they were at the same show we were this month.

More than 3,100 exhibitors squeezed into a mere 1.861 million net square feet (31+ football fields) of exhibit space and the show drew more than 153,000 attendees.

There was the urban sprawl of the big boys trying to out-glitz each other (even as they experienced record losses or marginal profits).

Microsoft announced that this was their last keynote, last time of exhibiting; and folks immediately said, "See the show is losing its relevance in a real-time world."

These same folks probably said Ballmer couldn't get out of his own way.

Suddenly he's brilliant?

Folks pointed out that really big things in the past have gone on to bomb, die.

You know Palm/WebOS, netbooks, 3D TV, etc.Read more

New CES Tech That Could Make Your Gear Obsolete

We're just back from the consumer electronics extravaganza in Las Vegas where we saw some amazing new gadgets and gear including new TVs, tablets, smartphones and new high tech automobiles. Much of the technology we saw may not be available for some time (if at all) but we did see some trends that will sooner or later make many of your high tech possessions obsolete.

Future TVs Will Be Sharper

4K HDTVs A year ago at CES 2011 we saw just a few 4K resolution HDTVs but at this year's show we saw lots more. Full HD is defined as 1920 x 1080 but he next generation standard will double that to 3840 x 2160 which they are calling 4K (4K x 2K). Just as everyone who saw HD when it first came out could see a big difference between its higher resolution and older standard definition TVs, once you see 4K TVs you'll want one. Yes, it will take new production equipment, new distribution methods and present all kinds of challenges but isn't that what the industry thrives on?Read more

CES 2012 Day Two

Amazing iPhone Camera Rig, Cool New Car Tech and More CES news


CES logo

Today was the official opening day at CES and the crowds showed up as expected. I started my day at the Intel booth and ended up at Showstoppers which is another press only event in the evening. As always, there was a lot to see and some very cool new technology like new car tech and of course the new 55-inch OLED TV which was on display showing passive 3D at the LG booth. Here are videos of some things that caught our eye.

Intel Life Forms Exhibit
Every year Intel has some amazing demonstration that is powered by one or two of their multi-core processors. This year they had some 3D scanners that turned whatever you put under them into a "life form" that "evolved" and interacted with other life forms.


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LG Unveils Large-Screen Cinema 3D Smart TV Line-Up


LG 55-inch OLED TV

Constantly Innovating, LG’s 2012 Home Entertainment Products Offer the Latest in 3D Technologies and Smart TV Features

LAS VEGAS, January, 2012 – LG Electronics unveiled its new portfolio of CINEMA 3D TVs at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (booth #8204). Led by the 55-inch class (54.6-inch diagonal) 3D OLED TV and the 84-inch class (84.04 inch diagonal) 3D Ultra Definition (UD) TV, LG presented a wide variety of new products, technologies and features catered to please consumers worldwide, including new CINEMA 3D Smart TVs, monitors and projectors and a fully matured Smart TV ecosystem which contains over 1,200 apps and premium 3D content.

"The 3D and Smart TV revolution is just beginning and LG is committed to convincing consumers the world over that these technologies are the future, not just a fad," said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company.

Large-Screen CINEMA 3D Smart TVs

In light of increasing quantity and quality of 3D content, consumer demand has been growing for larger screens which can generate more realistic and immersive 3D viewing experiences. As a result, LG will unveil a wider range of large-screen CINEMA 3D Smart TVs, spanning between 55- and 84-inch classes.Read more

LG Nitro HD with 4.5-inch True HD AH-IPS Mobile Display Arrives at AT&T

by jessica on Mon, 2011-12-05 10:04


LG Nitro HD

AT&T and LG Mobile late last week announced the new LG Nitro HD, AT&T's first smartphone featuring a True HD AH-IPS (Advanced High-Performance In-Plane Switching) 4.5-inch display.

LG Nitro HD has a slim design, measuring 5.27" x 2.67" x 0.41" and comes packed with a fast Qualcomm Dual-Core 1.5 GHz Snapdragon S3 processor, 20 GB of total memory (4 GB on-board plus 16 GB of included microSD memory), and an 8 megapixel HD camera that captures True HD images and video. The smartphone offers Wi-Fi Direct technology and DLNA features for multiple wireless HD content streaming options.

Its 4.5-inch AH-IPS display supports resolutions up to 1280 X 720 pixels and 500 nit display luminance allows for viewing in direct sunlight. In addition, RGB stripe pixels deliver accurate true-to-life color rendering. Read more

LG Optimus Slider, HTC Wildfire S Coming to Virgin Mobile

by jessica on Tue, 2011-10-04 08:03


LG Optimus Slider

Virgin Mobile USA just announced two Android phones – the LG Optimus Slider featuring a slide out keyboard and HTC Wildfire S, Virgin Mobile's first HTC smartphone.

LG Optimus Slider is the second generation of the popular LG Optimus V smartphone. This Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)-powered phone runs on Sprint’s Nationwide 3G network and features a 3.2-inch touchscreen with a slide out QWERTY keyboard, a 3.2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth 3.0, and comes preloaded with the Virgin Mobile Live 2.0 social networking lifestyle application used to access the Virgin Mobile branded music stream, hosted by DJ Abbey Braden. The app also provides users free access to live music performance videos and "check in" features at special events. All status updates made using the app will also sync with Facebook and Twitter too.

LG Optimus Slider will be available October 17 at www.virginmobileusa.com for $199.99. The smartphone will hit Best Buy and Radio Shack stores on October 31; November 6 at Target; and it will arrive November 13 in Sprint Stores.Read more

LG Introduces the 55LW9800 TV, World's First Passive 3D THX

by David Novak on Mon, 2011-09-12 09:25

The LG 55LW9800 is the world's first passive 3D TV to achieve the coveted THX 3D Display Certification


LG 55LW9800

LG Electronics USA just announced its NANO FULL LED CINEMA 3D HDTV, model 55LW9800, the latest 3D new gadgets from LG. The 55-inch LW9800 is the world's first passive 3D TV to achieve THX 3D Display Certification, and was exhibited last week at CEDIA in the THX booth.

Some of the fantastic features of this new gadget includes a NANO FULL LED display, which employs a thin film incorporating a full array of LEDs, giving it more uniform light distribution and detailed local dimming from over two hundred addressable sectors. Then NANO technology also allows for an incredibly narrow bezel and thin depth of just 1.08 inches.


LG 55LW9800 side view

LG's TruMotion 480Hz refresh rate provides a smooth, sharp and realistic picture, and the 3D Display Certification confirms the 55LW9800 meets THX's qualifications for having the correct gamma, luminance and color temperature, resulting in superior 3D picture quality and performance.Read more

LG Launches PenTouch Plasma HDTVs

by Jay Petter on Thu, 2011-08-25 13:13


LG PenTouch Plasma TV

Sure, you're used to having a touchscreen on your smartphone or tablet…but what about your TV? LG just launched LG PenTouch TV, new Plasma HDTVs that - when connected to a computer - lets you use a special stylus pen to control content directly on the screen.

All it takes is a click on the remote control to activate the PenTouch mode. You can then access and edit files on your PC, or move them around the screen using the stylus. And with the (included) PenTouch software, you can draw pictures directly onto the screen - even save the files, or print them if your computer is connected to a printer. The software also includes a Gallery with a built-in slide show feature; Digital Photo Frame, which lets you show off your work with the frame of your choice; and even a Family Calendar, where you can leave notes and to-do lists.

The LG PenTouch TV uses a protective scratch-resistant glass screen and comes with a stand that has been designed to provide more stability, so you won't have to worry (as much) when your kids are using the PenTouch feature. The TV supports simultaneous two-pen use, and pen batteries can be recharged through USB ports on the TV or PC.Read more

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