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Windows phone brand launches

Microsoft today unveiled a new generation of phones from leading manufacturers and mobile operators that offer an intuitive user interface, powerful Web browsing, and access to an online library of downloadable services and applications. Windows® phones — a new brand for phones running Microsoft’s Windows Mobile operating system — are now available in retail stores worldwide in a broad range of styles and prices. The new phones were shown at press events in New York, hosted by Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft’s Entertainment & Devices Division, and in Paris, where Microsoft chief executive officer Steve Ballmer showed ...

Posted on 7th October 2009
Under: HP, HTC, LG, Microsoft, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Windows Mobile |

Operators set to bring LiMo Platform R2 and R3 handsets to market

LiMo Foundation today announced that global operators on LiMo’s Board of Directors will be launching new handsets during 2009/10 based upon the existing R2 & planned 2010 R3 release of the LiMo PlatformTM. Operators that intend to bring these handsets to market include NTT DOCOMO, Orange, SK Telecom, Telefonica, Verizon Wireless and Vodafone. The LiMo Platform reflects best-in-breed IP contributions of major stakeholders across the mobile industry, which in turn enables operators to leverage a common, pre-integrated software platform across many devices while providing deeply customized experiences to their customers. The LiMo Platform allows full freedom of ...

Posted on 25th September 2009
Under: Handset, LG, NTT DoCoMo, Orange, Samsung, Verizon, Vodafone |

Alltel Wireless launches the LG AX310 handset

Alltel Wireless today announced the availability of the LG AX310 handset in Alltel retail stores and online at alltel.com. For customers looking for a practical device that delivers versatile communication features, the LG AX310’s clamshell design brings superior accessibility and functionality to their fingertips. For Alltel customers who are on the go, the LG AX310 features voice-activated calling, a one-touch speakerphone and Bluetooth capabilities. The phone also features speaker-independent voice commands and allows users to record and save voice memos. Available in two colors – black and red – the LG AX310 also includes a 1.3 megapixel camera ...

Posted on 20th September 2009
Under: Alltel, Handset, LG, Verizon |

LG Bliss available from U.S. Cellular

LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) and U.S. Cellular today announced the all new LG BlissTM available to customers in early September. Equipped with a large 3” touch screen, Bluetooth technology, 2.0 megapixel camera and camcorder, music player and microSD port with 16GB support, all in a sleek, rounded design, LG Bliss will be sure to capture everyone’s attention. LG Bliss is a full touch screen device with a full QWERTY onscreen keyboard, great for emails and texting. Offering the perfect package, LG Bliss includes a full HTML Browser, an E-mail Client with new message ...

Posted on 5th September 2009
Under: Bluetooth, Browser, Email, Internet, LG, Music |

LG Gearing Up For Assault On Smartphone Market

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, today announced the imminent launch of three new Windows phones in the next few weeks, delivering on LG’s commitment to further grow its share of the global smartphone market. The three devices will kick off LG’s most aggressive smartphone strategy to date, which will ultimately result in a total of 13 new LG-branded Windows® phones launched globally before the end of 2010. The three latest additions to LG’s expanding smartphone line-up and the first to include the new Windows Mobile® 6.5 operating system include a ...

Posted on 4th September 2009
Under: Handset, LG, Smartphone, Windows Mobile |

World’s First 3GPP Compliant Active Handover Between CDMA and LTE Networks Completed

Nortel and LG Electronics have demonstrated the world's first 3GPP standards compliant active handover of a data transmission between a LTE network and a CDMA network. The demonstration showed that online activities like video downloads, web surfing, and VoIP calls can be maintained when a mobile data user moves between LTE and CDMA coverage zones. Nortel's CDMA business and LTE Access assets are the subject of an asset sale agreement with Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ("Ericsson") set to close in the fall of 2009. LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, has contributed ...

Posted on 31st August 2009
Under: LG, Nortel |

Gartner Says Worldwide Mobile Phone Sales Declined

Worldwide mobile phone sales totalled 286.1 million units in the second quarter of 2009, a 6.1 per cent decrease from the second quarter of 2008, according to Gartner, Inc. Smartphone sales surpassed 40 million units, a 27 per cent increase from the same period last year, representing the fastest-growing segment of the mobile-devices market (see Table 2). "Despite the challenging market, some devices sold well as consumers who would usually have purchased standard midrange devices either cut back to less expensive handsets or moved up the range to get more features for their money," said Carolina Milanesi, ...

Posted on 14th August 2009
Under: 3G, Apple, Browser, China, Email, HTC, Handset, Internet, LG, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia, Palm, RIM, Samsung, Smartphone, Sony Ericsson, Symbian |

TELUS offers the LG Keybo2

LG Electronics Canada reinforced its leadership in the QWERTY phone space today by announcing the latest addition to its line-up of handsets, the Keybo2. Available only at TELUS, the Keybo2 is the ideal handset for Canadians who love to text. The Keybo2 is a compact and stylish handset, complete with a full, compact QWERTY keyboard with large, widely-spaced keys and a 2.6" internal screen. Packed with features, the Keybo2 includes a 3.0 megapixel camera with video capture and adjustable features, TELUS mobile music with shuffle and repeat functions, and a Favourites key to quickly connect with most ...

Posted on 14th August 2009
Under: LG |

Google Summons Android for Smart-Phone Attack

"The Androids are coming. Brace yourself. Between now and the end of the year, a wave of new wireless smart phones running Android, Google Inc.’s much-discussed but so far little-seen operating system, will crash onto U.S. shores from makers such as Motorola Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. and LG Corp."

Posted on 31st July 2009
Under: Google, LG, Motorola, Samsung, Smartphone, T-Mobile |

Sprint offers the LG LX370

LG LX370 from Sprint® is an easy-to-use vertical slider, providing the customer with a sleek, powerful device. This compact mobile phone is loaded with Sprint One Click for quick, customizable access to what you need Now, a 2.0 megapixel camera to capture important moments instantly, Stereo Bluetooth®, as well as Sprint Navigation to get you there faster with full-feature GPS navigation, including voice and on screen turn-by-turn driving directions and more than 10 million business listings. Music-lovers will also value LG LX370's MP3 player with microSD memory card slot with up to 16GB card capability. Also, ...

Posted on 4th July 2009
Under: Bluetooth, Handset, LG, Music, Sprint, Video |

LG launches the LG-GM730 Windows smartphone

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, today announced the launch of the LG-GM730, its newest handset in LG’s smartphone line with advanced features that are also easy to use. This is the first smartphone to offer the new version of Windows Mobile 6.1, integrated with LG’s advanced 3D S-Class User Interface. The LG-GM730 will be on display at CommunicAsia 2009 in Singapore from June 16-19. The LG-GM730 was designed for fast and easy operation so users can experience the latest smartphone features without spending too much time or effort with the ...

Posted on 17th June 2009
Under: LG, Microsoft, Smartphone |

Recycle While You Ride With LG Mobile Phones and BART

LGE MobileComm U.S.A., (LG Mobile Phones) has joined forces with BART, of the San Francisco Bay Area, to redefine convenience in mobile device recycling. Kicking off on June 8, LG is outfitting six BART stations with recycling receptacles, encouraging routine customers to drop off their mobile phones, chargers and accessories, from any manufacturer. Commuters can also receive a prepaid mailer online or through "Txt to Recycle," an additional component to LG's green initiatives, and easily recycle their unused or old mobile phones. The program is one of many initiatives in LG's ecoMobilization program to inspire ...

Posted on 16th June 2009
Under: LG |

Three New Phones From Verizon Wireless and LG Mobile Phones

Verizon Wireless and LG Mobile Phones are introducing three hot new phones, just in time for summer. LG enV®3 is available Friday, while LG enV® TOUCH and LG Glance(TM) will be available June 5 at all Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com. Related Quotes Features they all offer: * Text, picture and voice messaging with threaded message feature * Bluetooth® headset-capable -- headset, hands-free (car kits), object push (for vCard and vCal), and phonebook access * VZ NavigatorSM * Mobile Email, Mobile Web, Mobile Instant Messaging and Chat * Chaperone® Parent-capable * Ability to save up to 10 contacts as favorites LG ...

Posted on 31st May 2009
Under: Bluetooth, Browser, Email, Handset, Internet, LG, Verizon, Wireless |

LG Xenon available from AT&T

Just in time for parents looking to upgrade their recent graduates' mobile phone, AT&T is offering a limited time, buy one, get one free after mail-in rebate promotion for the LG Xenon. As seen on the popular MTV series "The Phone", executive produced by Justin Timberlake, the LG Xenon, available only through AT&T, includes a stylish touch screen, a side-sliding full keyboard, instant messaging, mobile e-mail and AT&T Navigator. New LG Xenon users receive a free 30 day trial of AT&T Navigator. Using GPS directly from the customer's wireless phone, AT&T Navigator provides audible and visual turn-by-turn ...

Posted on 17th May 2009
Under: AT&T, Email, LG |

LG Electronics Selected by DoCoMo as LTE Device Provider

"LG Electronics, the third-largest mobile phone maker, announced that the company has been selected by Japan's NTT DoCoMo to be the provider of data modem devices for DoCoMo's LTE (Long Term Evolution) service."

Posted on 29th April 2009
Under: LG, NTT DoCoMo |

First quarter 2009 handset sales

"The world's No 3 cellphone maker LG Electronics Inc's first-quarter operating profit beat expectations on Tuesday, helped by resilient margins in its handsets business."

Posted on 22nd April 2009
Under: Handset, LG |

Day One: CTIA Wireless 2009

International CTIA WIRELESS 2009® opened today with 1000 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in wireless devices and applications. Highlights at the outset included a new iPhone application from Skype, the launch of the Blackberry App World Store, new Samsung devices for the Sprint, AT&T and Clearwire networks; and new devices from Nokia, Motorola and LG. The show runs through Friday, April 3 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. On the keynote stage this morning, Robert Dotson CEO of T-Mobile, Ivan Seidenberg CEO of Verizon Communications and Mike Lazaridis, president and co-CEO of Research In Motion discussed the ...

Posted on 2nd April 2009
Under: AT&T, Apple, BlackBerry, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Skype, Sprint, T-Mobile, Wireless |

LG Unveils Stylish, Feature-Rich Products at CTIA Wireless 2009

LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) is announcing several new stylish, feature-rich products today at CTIA WIRELESS 2009, the largest wireless industry tradeshow in the world. In addition to launching new phones, LG is also introducing a textured, lipstick red version of its popular square-shaped LG Lotus phone and two new Bluetooth headsets, the HBM-900 and HBM-210. "The high energy of CTIA lends itself to exciting product launches," said Ehtisham Rabbani, vice president of product strategy & marketing for LG Mobile Phones. "Our new product line is an example of how our approach to UI ...

Posted on 1st April 2009
Under: Bluetooth, LG, Motorola, Technology, Wireless |

AT&T Unveils New Integrated Devices for Texting, Email and More

Text messaging and email are still the 'killer app' for mobile phone data use and AT&T is responding with a great new lineup of phones for the Spring season. AT&T* today announced a fresh new lineup of smartphones and quick messaging phones that make it easier for customers to message with friends and family and manage their business and personal lives on-the-go. Arriving in AT&T stores and online at www.wireless.att.com in the coming weeks, these integrated devices add to AT&T's leading mobile phone portfolio. In the smartphone category, AT&T debuted the Nokia E71x and the Samsung Propel(TM) ...

Posted on 30th March 2009
Under: AT&T, Email, LG, Nokia, SMS, Samsung, Wireless |

Sprint announces LG Rumor2 and Everything Messaging Plan

Sprint and LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) today announced the upcoming availability of the LG Rumor2, the next generation of the highly popular and successful LG Rumor. Perfect for customers who want an affordable phone that keeps them connected just about anywhere they go at a great value, the new LG Rumor2 features a full sliding QWERTY keyboard for enhanced messaging, email and social networking as well as stereo Bluetooth®, a 1.3 megapixel camera and a large QVGA display. It also features a removable backplate, allowing users to personalize their phone. LG Rumor2 ...

Posted on 14th March 2009
Under: 3G, AT&T, Email, Google, LG, Microsoft, Sprint, Verizon, Windows Mobile |