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Sept. 5, 2007 – LG Electronics, the first company to introduce a dual-format high-definition disc player, today unveiled its second-generation LG Super Blu™ Player (model BH200). Sporting both formats’ logos, LG’s new high-def player is capable of Blu-ray disc and HD DVD playback with advanced BD-Java and HDi interactivity, enabling consumers to choose from the widest variety of high-def content regardless of disc format.

On display for the first time at the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) EXPO 2007 (booth #720), LG’s Super Blu Player will be available to U.S. consumers and custom installers in mid-October at a suggested retail price of $999. Read more

May 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Expanding its unique steam laundering system, LG Electronics today introduced its first stainless steel laundry pair including a SteamWasher and LG's first SteamDryer.

The LG SteamDryer offers innovative features such as the SteamFresh cycle that reduces wrinkles and removes odors from clothing. This new dryer joins LG's award-winning SteamWasher line that entered the market last year, and now offers consumers a complete steam laundry care option. The new steam set is available in a variety of colors including white, red and new stainless steel. Read more

May 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Bolstering LG Electronics' leadership in the premium major appliance category, the company unveils its next-generation, full-kitchen series for consumers seeking high-end design as well as enhanced functionality at the 2007 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas, May 8-10 (Booth C3713).

This premiere suite of innovative kitchen appliances incorporates high-end elegance and a rich set of features, all with free-standing flexibility. The series, epitomized by its luxury stainless-steel finish, includes: Read more

A shiny new addition to the LG handset lineup, the VX8700 will satisfy your craving for serious style with its ultra thin shape, sleek metal finish, and mirror-like screen. This super sexy clamshell also features V CAST for music and video, Bluetooth capabilities, a 2-megapixel camera & camcorder, and a microSD memory port for storage. From music lovers to camera-phone converts, fashion aficionados to gadget groupies, there is something for everyone in the brilliantly designed VX8700. www.lge.com

March 27 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones), the leading CDMA provider in the world, will be featuring its unique and stylish line of highly advanced mobile phone technologies at CTIA Wireless 2007 held at the Orlando Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. LG Mobile Phones will be displaying handset technology from their 2007 lineup that will continue to fuel their growth throughout North America. In addition to the latest in handset and mobile entertainment technologies, LG Mobile Phones will be showing innovative products from Europe and Asia including the widely anticipated PRADA and Shine mobile devices.

LG Mobile Phones continues to demonstrate industry leadership and strength in the U.S., ranking number two across all mobile technologies in 2006 according to Strategy Analytics, Inc. Fueled by flagship multimedia devices including Chocolate by LG, the enV and FUSIC, LG Mobile Phones once again secured the number one position in the CDMA handset market both in the U.S. and globally according to IDC, a leading information technology market research and advisory firm. CDMA mobile handset sales for 2006 were nearly 19 million in the U.S. and over 38 million globally. LG Mobile Phones also strengthened its position as a GSM handset manufacturer with leading devices such as the CU500 maintaining the number four spot in the U.S., just three years after the launch of its first GSM device. With over 5.4 million GSM handsets shipped in 2006, LG Mobile Phones is poised to continue its expansion in the U.S. GSM space into 2007 according to Strategy Analytics, Inc. LG Mobile Phones relentless dedication to providing the most innovative and stylish products to the market has propelled the company to the status of fastest growing mobile phone brand in North America according to Strategy Analytics, Inc. Read more

March 13, 2007 - SRS Labs, Inc. announced today the first product to feature SRS Mobile HD is available from LG Electronics. The new LG N1 PDA offers the best mobile audio experience on the market for consumers. Mobile users around the globe are demanding improved audio reproduction to accompany the emerging video options available from portable devices; SRS Mobile HD delivers theater-like surround sound, taking the portable video and music entertainment experience to an entirely new level.

The N1 includes GPS navigation and a T-DMB (Terrestrial - Digital Multimedia Broadcasting) receiver for transmitting multimedia to the PDA. The N1 supports various video and audio files including DIVX, AVI, WMV, MP3, OGG, WMA and operates on the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 OS. Read more

February 12, 2007 -- LG Electronics, Inc.  and Yahoo! today announced a new strategic global partnership to distribute Yahoo!’s industry leading services on tens of millions of LG mobile phones in more than 70 countries around the world. Beginning later in 2007, LG will pre-load Yahoo! services, including Yahoo! Go for Mobile 2.0, Yahoo! Mail and Yahoo! Messenger on many of its mobile phones. The recently launched Yahoo! oneSearch™, an entirely new search experience designed to give consumers instant answers on their mobile device, will also be available.

“Building on our efforts to set new standards for wireless handsets, we are excited to partner with Yahoo! to offer extra value to consumers with enhanced mobile Internet experiences,” said Paul Bae, Vice President of Product Planning Team, LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Our leading mobile devices, combined with innovative Yahoo! services, will provide consumers with easy access to their favorite Internet services and make it easy for them to stay connected to what’s important to them on the go.” Read more

Feb. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics today confirmed that U.S. consumers can now purchase the industry's first dual- format high-definition (HD) disc player at U.S. retailers. Unveiled less than a month ago at the 2007 International CES, the LG "Super Multi Blue" Player (model BH100) is now available at national retail stores, such as Best Buy, Circuit City and CompUSA, as well as regional retailers and local dealers.

With LG Electronics' Super Multi Blue Player, consumers now have the convenience and flexibility of playing both Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD high- definition content. The unit blends both technologies for a consumer-focused solution to address the challenges and consumer confusion of the current HD disc format war. Read more

The enV was designed to represent the ultimate convergence of advanced wireless capabilities and the latest developments in mobile entertainment. This handset is a complete multimedia experience, offering music, video, data and all the latest mobile handset innovations, including a beautiful large internal color screen, integrated QWERTY keypad and dual stereo sound. Read more

The enV is equipped with a 2 megapixel camera to snap photos and shoot videos while you are on the go. Simple operation is possible thanks to an autofocus feature combined with a built in flash. Music lovers can take their music experience to the next level by utilizing Bluetooth Stereo capability.

Jan. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- "Expect the unexpected" is what many say after visiting CES for the first time. This year, LG is showing what consumers can expect in years to come.

With a 3D TV and 100-inch display, among other products, LG reaffirmed its leadership in innovative technologies and design, and unveiled a "sneak peak" of tomorrow's technology today at the 2007 International CES (Booth #8214, Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center). Read more