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February 17, 2009 -- LG Electronics just announced LG-GM730, its newest handset in LG’s smartphone line-up, which makes advanced smartphone features easy to use. This, the first smartphone to use new version of Windows Mobile OS integrated with LG’s advanced 3D S-Class User Interface, will be on display at the Mobile World Congress 2009 in Barcelona from February 16-19.

LG Electronics steps forward to the smartphone market making statement that users don’t have to outsmart to their smartphone.

The LG-GM730 is the newest phone among LG’s easy-to-use smartphones line-up to come. The company has recently signed a special contract with Microsoft, allowing them to be the first manufacturer of a phone with the new version of Windows Mobile. On top of Windows Mobile, the LG-GM730 will provide LG’s dynamic, direct and intuitive S-Class User Interface. Read more

February 16, 2009 -- LG Electronics, a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, today announced the launch of LG ARENA (LG-KM900) at the World Mobile Congress 2009. ARENA is a fully loaded multimedia phone that offers an exhilarating audio and video experience made possible by LG’s intuitive new 3D S-Class User Interface (UI).

ARENA, LG’s new flagship model for 2009, is packed with top-of-the-line multimedia features and a totally new 3D UI of the next generation. It is the first and currently the only multimedia phone for the global market to use Dolby Mobile from Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) to deliver an exhilarating surround sound experience for video content and enhance the sound of music content. Read more

February 16, 2009 -- LG Electronics, a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, will demonstrate the world’s first market-ready Touch Watch Phone (LG-GD910) with 3G Video Telephony (VT) service and GSM Network capabilities at Mobile World Congress 2009. The phone was a sensation when it debuted at Consumer Electronics Show in January.

During the exhibition, LG will hold live demonstrations to show how the phone can be used to make video calls. This is a unique feature among watch phones and shows how advanced LG’s wearable mobile really is. The demonstrations will take place at LG’s booth in Hall 8 of Fira de Barcelona from February 16-19, 2009.

This chic, wearable phone is a follow-up to the prototype that LG introduced in 2008 and includes a number of upgrades, such as a full touchscreen interface, 3G capabilities and video calling. Most importantly, this watch phone will actually be available for purchase. Read more

February 16, 2009 -- LG Electronics and Intel Corporation today announced a collaboration around mobile Internet devices (MIDs) based on Intel’s next-generation MID hardware platform, codenamed “Moorestown,” and Linux-based Moblin v2.0 software platform. The LG device is expected to be one of the first Moorestown designs to market.

LG and Intel’s common goal is to unleash rich Internet experiences across a range of mobile devices while delivering the functionality of today’s high-end smart phones. The collaboration on the new design extends a close working relationship the two companies have enjoyed across their respective mobile product lines, which now spans the notebook, netbook and MID categories.

“The MID segment will drive growth at LG Electronics. We chose Intel’s next-generation Moorestown platform and Moblin-based OS to pursue this segment because of the high performance and Internet compatibility this brings to our service provider customers,” said Jung Jun Lee, executive vice president of LG Electronics and head of its Mobile Communications Business Division. “The collaboration with Intel on the MID platform has been valuable and further extends our longstanding relationship. Our efforts are well on track and we look forward to bringing the MID to market.” Read more

With technology constantly evolving, it was just a matter of time before Jetsons-like digital gadgets made their way into the kitchen – the place often considered the nerve center of the home.

Today, you can find all kinds of tech-savvy appliances that will keep your kitchen humming. Take the digital toaster by Krups, which has an LCD display that offers nine levels of browning and counts down the seconds to the end of the toasting cycle. Or check out the Nutri-Weigh Scale by Salter. The scale weighs your food and also lets you punch in information that analyzes its nutritional value, including its calories, carbohydrates, fat, sodium and cholesterol.

The latest high-tech appliances include an oven that allows you to start dinner before you ever leave the office; a technology center that allows you to call up recipes while playing your favorite songs; and a refrigerator that serves up the local weather forecast as well as your favorite TV shows in high definition. Read more

January 12, 2009 – A wearable phone, an ultra-slim HDTV, a solar powered speakerphone and devices for accessing online video content received industry accolades for LG Electronics at CES 2009.

CNET, Popular Mechanics, Bluetooth SIG, LAPTOP and G4 honored LG Electronics for products that complement the company’s focus on stylish design and smart technology. The LG Watch Phone, LG PS80 Series, LG LHX, LG BD390, LG HFB-500 and the LG Decoy were recognized for their innovation in mobile and consumer electronics.

“These awards from industry experts and tech journalists recognize innovation and design leadership,” said Teddy Hwang, president, LG Electronics USA. “To be singled out from the thousands of new products at CES is a testament to LG’s product excellence in HDTV and mobile communications as well as our overall technology leadership.” Read more

January 8, 2009 –LG Mobile Phones is showcasing the latest in mobile innovations at the 2009 International CES (Booth #8214, Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center).

The 2009 products are a sure bet this year, including phones and accessories with the latest in touch screen technology, advanced music and TV capabilities, Bluetooth 2.0 and solar power technology. LG Mobile Phones continues to bring style and function to the wireless industry, meeting the demands of today’s mobile consumer.

LG Mobile Phones has been honored with multiple 2009 “CES Innovations” Awards with handsets including the LG Dare, the LG Invision, the LG Vu and the LG HFB-500. These award-winning products will be on display at the LG booth, where guests may experience the advanced handset technologies first hand.

“Delivering phones for all consumers is one of the most important aspects of our business. With the recent release of our first Windows based enterprise smartphone, we continue to push the envelope combining state-of-the-art features and flawless design to match every lifestyle,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, vice president of product strategy and marketing for LG Mobile Phones. “For the music lovers, social texters or inspired photographers our award winning phones offer customized innovative technology for all ages and interests.” Read more