QUANTUM DOT TECHNOLOGY TO JOIN LG'S 4K ULTRA HD TV LINEUP IN 2015

QUANTUM DOT TECHNOLOGY TO JOIN LG’S 4K ULTRA HD TV LINEUP IN 2015

A right-side view of LG 4K ULTRA HD TV with quantum dot technology

LG Offers More Choices for Premium Home Viewing Experience

SEOUL, Dec. 16, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a new 4K ULTRA HD TV with quantum dot technology as a new component of its expanded TV lineup at the 2015 International CES^®, Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. LG’s 4K ULTRA HD TVs with quantum dot technology will offer a wider color palette and improved color saturation than conventional LCD TVs and will be available in 2015 to complement LG’s other ULTRA HD TV and OLED TV offerings.

LG’s quantum dot technology displays an extremely wide color gamut, making it ideal for 4K content. The technology works by harnessing nano crystals that range in size from 2 to 10 nanometers. Each dot emits a different color depending on its size. By adding a film of quantum dots in front of the LCD backlight, picture color reproduction rate and overall brightness are significantly improved.

Since the nano-sized dots emit extraordinarily vivid colors, quantum dot technology is able to enhance the already stunning capabilities of LG’s 4K ULTRA HD In-Plane Switching (IPS) displays. The color reproduction rate in LG’s IPS panels, which offers high color accuracy and extra wide viewing angles, is increased with the addition of the quantum dot film by more than 30 percent compared with conventional LCD/LED TVs.

LG’s 4K ULTRA HD TVs with quantum dot technology will employ technology designed with the environment in mind as they contain no cadmium or any other toxic heavy metals.

“Quantum dot’s vibrant and vivid color reproduction capabilities brings LG’s LCD TVs to the next level when it comes to picture quality,” said In-kyu Lee, senior vice president and head of the TV and monitor division at the LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. “The addition of ULTRA HD TV with quantum dot technology to our TV lineup positioned under our award-winning OLED TVs further establishes LG as a leading provider of the most diverse and innovative TV display technologies in the industry.”

Visitors to LG’s booth at CES 2015 (Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall #8204) from Jan. 6-9 will have the opportunity to see LG’s stunning 4K ULTRA HD TVs with their own eyes.

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LG ELECTRONICS REALIGNS BUSINESS UNITS TO ENHANCE COMPETITIVENESS

Company Streamlines Structure, Names New Presidents of
Home Entertainment and Mobile Communications Companies

SEOUL, Nov. 27, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) today announced the appointment of new executives to lead the LG Home Entertainment and LG Mobile Communications companies and the merger of its Home Appliance and Air Conditioning & Energy Solution business units to create a consolidated LG Home Appliance & Air Solution (H&A) Company. All new appointments are effective as of Dec. 1, 2014 with promotions taking effect on Jan. 1, 2015.

Juno Cho, President of LG Corp., LG Electronics’ holding company, will take on the role of President and CEO of the LG Mobile Communication Company with Dr. Park Jong-seok moving into the newly created position of Chief Technology Advisor. Mr. Cho has strong knowledge of LG’s mobile operations, having previously led LG’s mobile business strategy and sales and marketing for North America from 2000-2007. A graduate of Seoul National University with a degree in economics, Mr. Cho received his M.B.A. from the University of Chicago.

Brian Kwon, head of the Synergy Division of LG Corp., will be promoted to Executive Vice President and CEO of the LG Home Entertainment Company. Previously responsible for the HE Company’s monitor business, Mr. Kwon was responsible for elevating LG to the number one position in the LED monitor market and was involved in the development of the company’s popular G series smartphones as head of LG’s product planning division in the LG Mobile Communications Company. He received his degree in economics from Seoul National University and his M.B.A. from the University of Helsinki.

Jo Seong-jin, President and CEO of the LG Home Appliance Company, will assume responsibility of the newly created Home Appliance and Air Solution (H&A) Company. The merger of the HA and AE Companies will strengthen the company’s ability to provide total solutions for the home based on LG’s proprietary core technologies.

Other realignments are designed to strengthen LG’s competitiveness in the business-to-business (B2B) sector. Hwan-yong Noh, current President and CEO of the LG Air Conditioning & Energy Solution Company, will take on the new role of B2B Officer to position LG as a leader in the commercial sector, which includes information displays, commercial air conditioning systems and energy-related initiatives. Executive Vice President Lee Sang-bong will lead the LG Energy Business Center, a new division created from the strengths of three existing businesses: Solar, Lighting and Energy Storage System (ESS).

To strengthen its innovation and marketing capabilities, LG also announced the following changes:

￭ LG’s Chief Technology Officer Dr. Scott Ahn will take on the additional role of head of LG’s Innovation Business Center to identify and develop new business areas based on future technologies.

￭ Global Sales and Marketing Officer Wayne Park will assume the new title of Executive Vice President and CEO of LG’s Overseas Sales and Marketing Company which will oversee 53 of LG’s sales subsidiaries worldwide.

￭ Choi Sang-gyu, head of LG’s Korean sales and marketing operations, has been promoted to President and CEO of Korea Sales and Marketing Company.

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LG SOLAR POWERED REFRIGERATORS TO RURAL COMMUNITIES IN AFRICA AND SOUTH AMERICA

People from LG and World Vision Kenya standing in front of the LG solar powered refrigerator equipped with Smart Inverter Compressor

Refrigerators Equipped with Cutting-edge Smart Inverter Compressors

to Improve Health Coverage in Areas Without Reliable Electricity

SEOUL, Nov. 26, 2014 — Twenty solar powered refrigerators equipped with Smart Inverter Compressors were donated to local communities in Africa and South America as part of LG Electronics’ partnership with the non-profit organization World Vision Kenya as well as the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Sanitation of Peru. These donations specifically targeted areas where the refrigeration of important items like vaccines, medication and food for children and the elderly is essential, but difficult to maintain. The twenty units have been allocated to the neediest communities in Kenya, South Sudan, Tanzania and Peru.

World Vision Kenya will use the LG solar refrigerators to improve immunization coverage among children under five years old as well as among pregnant and lactating women in Kenya’s West Pokot County. LG is also partnering with the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Sanitation of Peru, donating refrigerators to the National Tambos Program which helps serve those living in remote mountain villages that have no access to a local power grid.

Thanks to LG’s innovative Smart Inverter Compressor, the solar refrigerators can run entirely on power from the sun, with no additional power source. The solar power system consists of solar panels, controllers and a battery so that the refrigerators can operate even in at night and in cloudy weather. LG refrigerator with its innovative Smart Inverter Compressor is 36 percent¹more energy efficient than conventional models equipped with non-inverter compressor and generates only 37.8dB²of noise while operating, which is less noise than a library.

Thanks to the technology behind the Smart Inverter Compressor, LG refrigerators provide cooling retention even when operating on low voltage unlike other refrigerators. They can also withstand voltage variations, thus ensuring against unpredictable high-voltage streams or power surges³. Due to different voltages and frequencies, solar power can be an unstable source of energy for appliances. However, LG’s Inverter technology uses a control technology which allows for consistent operation, adapting its power supply to keep the refrigerator running at peak efficiency while also preventing any damage to the appliance.

“LG is committed to using its innovative technology to help improve the lives of vulnerable children and communities around the world,” said Young-il Park, head of the refrigerator business unit at LG. “At LG, we believe that giving back to our communities is what defines a true global citizen.”

Immunization coverage for Kenya’s West Pokot County is currently only 56 percent, with high infant mortality and death rate for children under the age of five. LG’s donation of solar powered refrigerators will allow the communities to obtain the latest immunizations and other medical treatments, ultimately reducing the number of deaths caused by preventable diseases, improving the area’s standard of living.

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¹Test based on KS CISO 15502 standards (models : R-B601GM, R-B602GCWP).

²Based on LG lab test. Noise level in a library is normally 39dB. Test based on KS CISO 15502

standards (model : R-B602GCWP).

³Covers range of 115V to 290V.

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10 MILLION HOMES BENEFITING FROM LG REFRIGERATORS WITH INVERTER LINEAR COMPRESSOR TECHNOLOGY

LG Achieves Industry Milestone with Innovation

SEOUL, Nov. 24, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) once again demonstrated its leadership in home appliances by announcing sales of more than 10 million refrigerators with its patented Inverter Linear Compressor around the world since 2001. In 2001, LG introduced the world’s first refrigerator powered by an Inverter Linear Compressor, continuing to improve the technology ever since. In 2007, LG sold one million of its Inverter Linear Compressor-equipped refrigerators and increased that number to five million in 2011 and 10 million earlier this month. With strong results in premium refrigerator markets such as Korea, North America, Europe and the CIS region, LG is expected to sell more than two million Inverter Linear Compressor refrigerators in 2014.

Earlier this year, the Inverter Linear Compressor was tested by one of Europe’s largest and most respected scientific and technical bodies, the Association for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies (VDE). LG’s technology employs a straight piston drive instead of a conventional reciprocating drive, resulting in less internal friction than conventional motors. This increases the refrigerator’s reliability and durability while also generating less noise while running. LG refrigerators featuring Inverter Linear Compressor technology proved to be approximately 32 percent¹more energy efficient than those equipped with conventional reciprocating compressors, contributing significantly to lower electricity bills. VDE also noted that LG’s refrigerator was up to 25 percent²quieter compared to another refrigerator powered by a reciprocating compressor and reduced internal friction by 64.2 percent³, causing less wear to the refrigerator and helping it to achieve a 20 year life-span, a first in the industry.

In addition to its versatile Inverter Linear Compressor, LG’s Door-in-Door™ feature has also contributed to strong refrigerator sales. Door-in-Door™ makes it easier for users to reach frequently accessed food and beverages, helping to prevent cold air escaping when the fridge door is opened. It is this passion for innovation that has made LG a household name in the premium refrigerator market around the world. And to maintain its industry leadership, LG has filed approximately 3,100 patent applications in 16 different markets related to its Inverter Linear Compressor. And LG is so confident in its technology that the Inverter Linear Compressor has been covered under a 10-year warranty since 2009, a first in the industry.

“LG has always strived to offer consumers advanced, performing appliances in the industry,” said Young-il Park, head of LG’s refrigerator business unit. “Our Inverter Linear Compressor is the result of our commitment to excellence and technological innovation and demonstrates LG’s desire to lead the global premium refrigerator market.”

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¹Based on VDE testing comparing annual energy consumption of LG model GBB530NSCXE with Inverter Linear Compressor and LG model GBB530NSQWB with Recipro Compressor, according to ISO 15502 standards. Energy reduction is a result of compressor type and other design differences.

²Based on VDE testing comparing the peak SPL at compressor start of LG model GBB530NSCXE with Inverter Linear Compressor and LG model GBB530NSQWB with Recipro Compressor, according to internal testing methods. Noise reduction is a result of compressor type and other design differences.

³Based on VDE testing comparing the abrasionrate of Inverter Linear Compressor and conventional LG reciprocating compressor.

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LG ELECTRONICS HONORED WITH 10 CES 2015 INNOVATION AWARDS

A side view of LG’s 77-inch flexible 4K OLED TV.

Excellence in Design and Innovation Recognized in Four Categories;

LG OLED TVs, Premium G Series Smartphones Win for the Third Year in a Row

SEOUL, Nov. 12, 2014 ― The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) recognized LG Electronics (LG)’ excellence in design and technology with 10 prestigious 2015 International CES^® Innovation Awards. LG home entertainment, home appliances and mobile devices are being honored with 2015 CES Innovation Awards in four highly competitive categories: Home Appliances, Computer Peripherals, Video Displays and Wireless Handsets.

CES Innovation Award winners for 2015 include the breakthrough 77-inch curved flexible 4K OLED TV, the highly acclaimed LG G3 smartphone and the revolutionary LG EcoHybrid™ Dryer with Heat Pump technology. This marks the third year in a row that LG’s OLED TVs and premium G Series smartphones have earned CES Innovation Awards. Other LG products winning 2015 awards ― including 4K Ultra HD and OLED TVs, computer monitors and home appliances ― will be announced January 7 during the 2015 International CES in Las Vegas.

“Our 2015 CES Innovation Awards across multiple categories are proof of LG’s commitment to our brand promise: innovation for a better life,” said William Cho, president and CEO of LG Electronics USA. “At CES in January, we look forward to showing how these groundbreaking new products can seamlessly fit into and even enhance consumers’ lives.”

LG’s 77-inch flexible 4K OLED TV allows viewers to adjust the degree of curvature depending on the size of the audience or type of content being viewed. This advanced 4K OLED TV automatically optimizes sound and picture quality to match the degree of curvature.

The LG G3 shows how “Simple is the New Smart” by delivering an easy-to-use, intuitive user experience in its 5.5-inch Quad HD Display and 13-megapixel OIS+ camera with Laser Auto Focus. This beautifully designed device is one of the most critically acclaimed smartphones of the year, offered by more than 170 carriers around the globe.

LG’s ENERGYSTAR^® certified EcoHybrid™ dryer is the first in the United States to combine conventional vented drying with a heat pump to reduce energy by recycling heat, delivering up to 50 percent energy savings without sacrificing performance. LG is bringing technology typically found in air conditioners and dehumidifiers to the laundry room to offer enhanced energy efficiency.

Sponsored by CEA and endorsed by the Industrial Designers Society of America, the CES Innovation Awards highlight product advancements in technology design and engineering. CES Innovation Awards are selected annually by a panel of prominent industry designers, engineers and journalists who judge product entries on a variety of criteria including user value, aesthetics, innovative design, quality and contributions to quality of life.

LG has been honored with more than 150 CES Innovation Awards over the past 10 years. Additional information on 2015 CES Innovation Design and Engineering honoree products can be found at www.CESweb.org/Innovations.

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KIZON, LG’S ECO-FRIENDLY WEARABLE DESIGNED FOR CHILDREN, HEADED OVERSEAS

From left to right; The certificate of Green Product, two KizONs in pink and blue colors, the certificate of ECOLOGO.

First Eco-friendly Children’s Wristband Certified by TÜV Rheinland and UL Environment Lets Parents Stay Connected to their Children in Real-Time

SEOUL, Nov. 10, 2014 — KizON, a wearable device designed for children from LG Electronics (LG), has been certified for meeting specific environmental guidelines by TÜV Rheinland and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Environment, two of the world’s leading certification organizations. KizON, currently only available in South Korea, begins its overseas rollout this week in Poland, to be followed by other European markets.

KizON is the first wearable device to receive the Green Product Mark from Europe’s leading testing, inspection, and certification body, TÜV Rheinland. UL Environment awarded KizON its ECOLOGO^®Platinum certification, the highest offered by the 120-year-old American organization. To receive these certifications, KizON was subjected to a rigorous process to assess its performance in a number of parameters including, avoidance of hazardous chemicals and toxic components, recyclability and energy efficiency.

“KizON was developed in response to customers’ opinions that technology should be used to improve the lives of all consumers and it occurred to us that children had the most to gain because they’re the most vulnerable,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With KizON meeting the highest standards of child-friendly products, parents and guardians can find comfort in knowing that their children’s first exposure to wearable technology is a safe one.”

KizON is a wearable designed exclusively for pre-school and primary school children that gives parents a simple and convenient way to keep track of their youngsters’ whereabouts using something they already have in their pockets — their smartphones. KizON offers parents ease of mind by not only delivering real-time information of a wearer’s location but also giving children the ability to communicate directly with them via the One Step Direct Call button. What’s more, KizON also includes Location Reminder, which allows parents to pre-set the device to provide location alerts at specific times throughout the day. Battery life is rated at 36 hours and when the power level drops to 20 percent, a voice notification alert and text message is activated to inform the wearer and parent to recharge the device.

A wide range of accessories featuring popular animation characters will be available for KizON, which is available in two attractive colors: blue and pink. Additional details including price and availability will be announced locally in additional markets at the time of launch.

Key Specifications:

￭ Network: 2G GSM (900MHz /1800MHz)

￭ Location Technology: A-GPS, WPS (Wi-Fi Positioning System)

￭ Memory: 64MB RAM / 128MB ROM

￭ Battery: 400mAh

￭ Size: 34.7 x 55.2 x 13.9mm

￭ Weight: 42.87g

￭ Colors: Blue, Pink

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LG FIRST TO ROLL OUT ANDROID 5.0 LOLLIPOP UPGRADE

Flagship G3 to be the First LG Smartphone to Receive

Newest and Smartest Features of Lollipop OS

SEOUL, Nov. 9, 2014 ― LG Electronics (LG) this week will begin rolling out the highly anticipated Android 5.0 Lollipop upgrade for G3 smartphones starting in Poland this week, to be followed by other key markets in the near future. LG, the first global smartphone manufacturer to offer the Lollipop upgrade in 2014, will subsequently announce an upgrade schedule for other LG mobile devices.

This latest Android OS delivers a host of improvements including a new design language with added depth, shadows and animations. Notifications are improved with a new layout and color scheme and will be available on the new lock screen. A new security feature to strengthen the connectivity between devices will include enable users to unlock their smartphone when it is physically near a pre-registered Bluetooth device such as the LG G Watch or G Watch R. Lollipop also introduces Android Runtime (ART) software to improve performance.

“LG is absolutely committed to giving our customers the best mobile experiences available and bringing Android Lollipop to G3 owners as soon as possible.” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The new features and improvements in Android 5.0 will bring a whole new user experience to the G3 and make it even better than it already is.”

Additional details related to LG devices will be announced in the near future as the Lollipop upgrade becomes available in local markets.

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LG OLED TV NAMED BEST TELEVISION OF THE YEAR BY USA TODAY’S REVIEWED.COM

LG Receives 12 ‘Best of the Year’ 2014 Awards

Spanning Top Consumer Electronics, Home Appliance Categories

SEOUL, Nov. 6, 2014 — Reviewed.com, the division of USA TODAY focused on consumer-product testing, recognized LG Electronics with 12 of its prestigious “2014 Best of the Year” awards for LG products across the home entertainment and home appliance categories. Most notably, LG’s Curved OLED TV took top honors as Reviewed.com’s “Best Television of the Year” as well as the “Best OLED TV of the Year,” while the LG Gallery flat OLED TV was named the “Best Design of the Year.”

LG’s intuitive new Smart TV+ webOS was selected as the “Best Smart TV Platform of the Year,” and its 21:9 UltraWide monitor was named “Best Monitor of the Year.” LG home appliance products recognized as best of the year by Reviewed.com include the breakthrough EcoHybrid™ heat-pump clothes dryer technology, unique TurboWash™ washing machine innovations, the pioneering Door-in-Door^® refrigerator feature, and the EasyClean^® range technology.

“Being honored with a ‘Best of the Year’ award for any company is an honor but to have it come from USA Today is especially significant,” said Wayne Park, global sales and marketing officer at LG. “These awards underscore our commitment to bringing consumers the very most innovative products to better their lives and we are incredibly proud to be recognized for our efforts.”

LG home entertainment products earned Reviewed.com’s best of the year honors in a number of major categories:

Best Television of the Year and Best OLED TV of the Year

LG Curved OLED (55EA9800)

LG’s Curved OLED represents the ultimate in display for home entertainment enthusiasts, offering an infinite contrast ratio and incredible color accuracy for more vibrant images. Additionally, its gently curved screen provides a unique design statement and for a more immersive viewing experience. This 55-inch class (54.6 inches measured diagonally) model is the first OLED TV to be ENERGY STAR^® certified.

Best Design of the Year

LG Gallery OLED (55EA8800)

LG’s 55-inch class (54.6-inch diagonal) flat OLED TV combines a rich audio experience with a 100W 2.2 channel sound system, amazing picture and a stylish aesthetic. It has all the functionality of a traditional 1080p Full HD TV, including Smart Cinema 3D TV, and its sleek design aesthetic is meant to emulate art on a wall. LG’s Gallery OLED screen-saver-like mode displays famous paintings, iconic photographs and personal photos.

Best Smart TV Platform of the Year

LG Smart TV+ webOS™

Unique to LG is the Smart TV+ webOS platform offering simple switching between broadcast TV, streaming services and external devices with lightning-quick transition speeds similar to regular channel switching.¹LG Smart TV+ webOS features an intuitive interface that consumers can customize and control with the easy-to-use LG Magic Remote, which works with simple gestures, point and click, scroll and voice commands.

Best Monitor of the Year

LG 21:9 UltraWide Monitor (34UM95)

LG’s 34-inch class (33.7-inch diagonal) UltraWide WQHD monitor features multitasking and multimedia capabilities as well as connectivity making it ideal for gaming, watching movies and everyday tasks. This advanced flat-screen monitor offers an eye-popping level of visual detail with a 3440 x 1440 screen resolution, and features a 21:9 aspect ratio that expands overall screen real estate. LG’s 4-Screen Split feature allows users to divide the screen into four sections.

LG home appliance products earned Reviewed.com’s best of the year honors in a number of major categories.

Best Dryer Feature of the Year

LG EcoHybrid Heat Pump Dryer (DLHX4072)

LG’s ENERGY STAR certified EcoHybrid Heat Pump dryer is the first in the United States to combine conventional vented drying with a heat pump to reduce energy by recycling heat, delivering up to 50 percent energy savings when compared to conventional electric dryers without sacrificing performance. LG is bringing technology typically found in air conditioners and dehumidifiers to the laundry room.

Best Washer Feature of the Year

LG TurboWash (WM8000HVA, WT1701)

LG’s award-winning TurboWash technology saves users 20 minutes per load, even with larger loads of laundry, without sacrificing performance. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average household does 392 loads of laundry each year or 7.5 loads per week. TurboWash’s 20-minute-per-load time savings translates to more than 130 hours a year to spend with family and friends instead of doing laundry.

Best Washing Machine of the Year and Best High End Washer of the Year

LG Mega-Capacity TurboWash Clothes Washer (WM8000HVA)

This ENERGY STAR^® Most Efficient 2014 washer features the largest capacity in the industry at 5.2 cubic feet, so it can wash more clothes – including larger, bulky items – in fewer loads, saving time and money in energy usage. Consumers can wash a king size comforter and full set of bedding in a single load. It also boasts LG’s innovative TurboWash™ technology that allows users to save up to 20 minutes per load, even with larger loads of laundry, while still offering outstanding cleaning performance.²

Best Counter-Depth Fridge of the Year

LG Large Capacity Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Door-in-Door^® (LSC22991ST)

LG’s Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Door-in-Door features LG’s award-winning Door-in-Door technology in its innovative design. LG pioneered the unique feature, which helps makes consumers’ lives easier by providing more convenient access to their favorite snacks, without opening the entire refrigerator, keeping family favorites front and center. Simply push a button on the door handle to release the magnetic seal. The Door-in-Door with ColdSaver™ panel, located on the inside of the compartment, helps to reduce cold air loss to keep food fresher longer and conserve energy.³The unique model offers a seamless built-in look with its counter-depth profile. It stands flush with the countertop to save more space and complement the kitchen’s design aesthetic.

Best Value Apartment Fridge of the Year

LG Large Capacity 2-Door Bottom-Mount Refrigerator (LBN10551PV)

LG’s 24-inch slim refrigerator incorporates a sophisticated style and design, including contoured doors, hidden hinges, LED lighting and flexible drawers, making it easy to fit lots of function into studio apartments, lofts, tiny houses and other small spaces. The Large Capacity 2-Door Bottom-Mount Refrigerator has Digital Temperature Controls and a Multi-Air Flow Freshness designed to maintain superior humidity and temperature levels to help keep food fresher, longer.

Best Electric Range of the Year

LG Electric Double Oven Range with Infrared Grill and EasyClean^®(LDE3037ST)

LG’s Large Capacity (6.7 cubic foot) Double Range Oven offers consumers more space, providing them the flexibility to cook more dishes simultaneously. Its Infrared Grill technology uses infrared waves for faster cooking times by getting the oven to broil temperature without preheating, and produces food that is juicier compared to food cooked on traditional thermal cooking. This also allows users to cut over 20 percent off the total cooking time. The Double Range Oven offers the benefit of LG’s proprietary EasyClean technology, allowing oven cleaning to be performed in just 20 minutes, not hours. This saves both time and energy when compared to self-clean feature. EasyClean works in three simple steps: spray water to the interior walls of the oven, start the EasyClean function to allow the oven to heat up, and after 20 quick minutes, the mess inside the oven can be simply wiped away.⁴

The Reviewed.com “Best of the Year” awards are selected annually by its editors and based on results from standardized and scientific testing and product reviews from the past year. A division of Gannett Co.’s USA TODAY since January 2011, Reviewed.com conducts its testing in dedicated facilities that feature lab quality imaging, home and kitchen, and display testing equipment. These objective, proprietary testing methods give Reviewed.com a competitive edge with easy to understand reviews that compare products side-by-side.

For more information on these awards and LG’s award-winning products, please visit www.reviewed.com and www.lg.com, respectively.

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¹Wireless Internet connection & certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Agreement to smart TV terms and conditions required to use certain smart features. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice. WebOS does not support Flash. In order to stream 4K content you need you will need a high speed internet plan capable of receiving 20Mb per second of data.

²Based on AHAM-HLW-1-2010 test protocol. Cotton/Normal or comparable cycle at default settings, 8-lb loads, front load washers only. Excludes other LG manufactured products. Excludes quick wash or comparable cycles intended for small, lightly soiled loads only.

³Percent reduction in exchange rate of air between opening the door-in-door compared to one French door for 10 seconds. Results based on testing of comparable model with same LG Door-in-Door® design.

⁴Heavy build-up may require additional manual effort or use of the full self-clean feature.

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GOOGLE AND LG ENTER INTO GLOBAL PATENT LICENSE AGREEMENT

Cross-License Covers Broad Range of Products and Technologies

SEOUL and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 5, 2014 — LG Electronics Inc. (LG) and Google Inc. have entered into a long-term patent cross-licensing agreement covering a broad range of products and technologies. The agreement covers the two companies’ existing patents as well as those filed over the next 10 years.

“We’re pleased to enter into this agreement with a leading global technology company like LG,” said Allen Lo, deputy general counsel for patents at Google. “By working together on cross-licenses like this, companies can focus on bringing great products and services to consumers around the world.”

This agreement builds on the long-standing strong alliance between Google and LG Electronics, the companies said.

“LG values its relationship with Google, and this agreement underscores both companies’ commitment to developing new products and technologies that enhance consumers’ lives,” said J.H. Lee, executive vice president and head of the LG Electronics Intellectual Property Center.

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LG WASHING MACHINES SURPASS TWENTY MILLION SALES MARK GLOBALLY

Front view of LG front-load washing machine (F14U1JBS2) in white

Available in Over 160 Markets, LG Achieves Industry Milestone

with One Washing Machine Sold Every 8 Seconds

SEOUL, Nov. 4, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) announced that it has sold more than twenty million units of its washing machines globally in the past five years, a remarkable accomplishment for a home appliance, demonstrating the company’s technological leadership in the washing machine market. At the heart of this achievement is LG’s innovative 6 Motion Direct Drive technology which offers users powerful yet delicate washing results similar to those of a real hand wash.

LG’s 6 Motion Direct Drive technology was first incorporated into the company’s front-load washing machines in October 2009, followed by top-load washers in January 2010. In October 2013, LG recorded 10 million in sales of its 6 Motion Direct Drive washing machines and 20 million units by early this month. With one LG washer finding a home somewhere in the world every 8 seconds, it’s no wonder LG washing machines have become the industry standard in significant markets such as the United States, Russia, China and even in Korea where there is no dearth of strong competitors. To maintain its industry leadership, LG has filed approximately 150 patent applications in several key countries for its 6 Motion Direct Drive technology.

The popularity of 6 Motion Direct Drive technology is in the six different washing motions — Tumbling, Scrubbing, Filtration, Rolling, Stepping, Swing — that individually or in combination provide powerful washing results. LG washing machines also offer optimized washing programs for a diverse range of fabrics. In addition to enhancing fabric care, the delicate motions cause fewer wrinkles and less damage. The washing machines are powered by LG’s advanced Inverter Direct Drive motor which is backed by the reliability of 10 year warranty.

The Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) has recognized LG’s 6 Motion Direct Drive technology by awarding it their Green Technology certification for its contribution to reducing greenhouse gases. This year alone, LG’s 6 Motion Direct Drive washing machines have received accolades and recognition from consumer-based organizations in nations around the world, including Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Australia and the United States. But rather than resting on the laurels of its 6 Motion Direct Drive, LG continues to introduce a variety of new technologies that to this day bring significant time and energy savings to consumers. For example, LG’s revolutionary TurboWash™ feature enables washing cycles to finish in 59 minutes¹ and also reduce energy consumption by up to 15 percent and water consumption by up to 40 percent.²

“Since day one, LG has focused solely on developing innovative technologies that benefit consumers first and foremost,” said Chris Yi, executive vice president, LG Electronics Home Appliance Company. “The 6 Motion Direct Drive technology is a result of that philosophy and tradition at LG. When you build the products that customers want and take care of them throughout the lifecycle of the product, your market share will be a reflection of their satisfaction.”

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¹Tested by Intertek on model F94933WHS completed with in 59 ± 5% minutes.Settings: Cotton cycle with TurboWash option, 5kg load.

²Tested by Intertek on model F94933WHS with TurboWash and without TurboWash. Settings: Cotton cycle, 40℃, 1400rpm, 5kg load.

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INTRODUCING LG’S DIGITAL CINEMA 4K MONITOR, THE ULTIMATE DISPLAY SOLUTION

Newest Monitor from LG Boasts Higher 4K Resolution and Adobe Color Space

SEOUL, Oct. 29, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled its new 4K Monitor (model 31MU97) for global rollout starting this week. The cutting-edge LG 31MU97 mates Digital Cinema 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution with a 31-inch IPS monitor to create an ultra-sharp high-end monitor that meets the standards of the Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI). The LG 31MU97 is especially well suited for professionals who demand the sharpest possible images for either work or leisure.

The monitor’s ultra-high quality 4K resolution and lifelike colors are ideal for photographers, video editors and graphic artists and its incredible picture quality allows for detailed and accurate retouching of any image. With the monitor’s rich and vibrant colors and impressive 10-bit color, visual arts professionals will greatly appreciate the model’s high color accuracy.

The monitor’s IPS display supports over 99.5 percent of the Adobe RGB color space and provides users with several coloring options and modes in order to meet the wide spectrum of needs that graphic professionals require. Its Dual Color Space allows the monitor to display two different color modes at once so that users can compare different perspectives of their work simultaneously. Additionally, the Digital Cinema 4K Monitor comes hardware calibration-ready with LG’s exclusive True Color Pro software.

The LG 31MU97 is equipped with several unique high-end functions that will satisfy most discerning professionals. Video pros can edit 4K content in the ideal resolution with standard Digital Cinema 4K without image scaling. Editing footage with full color expression is made possible by the DCI color standard support which reproduces color realistically, covering 97 percent of DCI-P3 color space, the standard for digital cinema projectors and digital camera. And the LG 31MU97 comes with an ergonomic pivot design that offers maximum convenience for displaying as much of the image on the screen as possible to minimize scrolling and dragging.

“LG’s Digital Cinema 4K Monitor presents the company with an excellent opportunity to solidify our leadership in the global professional monitor market,” said Hyoung-sei Park, head of the IT business division at LG Electronics. “This monitor’s high-end features and functions make it the perfect solution for professionals who require a top-of-the-line monitor with all the technology currently available.”

The LG 31MU97 will be available starting this week in markets including the United States, South Korea, Germany, Australia and the UK followed by the Netherlands, Spain, Poland and Japan in November.

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RECORD SMARTPHONE SHIPMENTS BOOSTS LG ELECTRONICS QUARTERLY EARNINGS

A picture of LG Twin Towers in the daytime

Companywide Operating Profit Doubles as Mobile Business
Revenues Surge 39 Percent with Nearly 17 Million Smartphones Sold

SEOUL, Oct. 29, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) announced unaudited third quarter consolidated revenues of KRW 14.92 trillion (USD 14.54 billion), an increase of 7.4 percent year-over-year, and operating profit of KRW 461.3 billion (USD 449.61 million), more than double the figure from the same period a year ago. LG’s earnings reflected strong performance from its mobile business which saw record smartphone sales in the third quarter with sales of 16.8 million units.

The LG Home Entertainment Company reported third-quarter revenues of KRW 4.71 trillion (USD 4.59 billion), a slight decline of 3 percent from the same period last year. Operating profit of KRW 130.5 billion (USD 127.19 million) increased 5 percent from the same quarter last year due to better product mix. Sales of LCD TVs increased year-over-year in regions such as North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. LG expects sales of 4K Ultra HD TVs and commercial digital signage products to grow, while market demand for monitors and AV products is expected to slow.

The LG Mobile Communications Company shipped a record-breaking 16.8 million smartphones in the third quarter, an increase of 39 percent year-on-year and 16 percent more units than the previous quarter. Sales of KRW 4.25 trillion (USD 4.14 billion) and operating income of KRW 167.4 billion (USD 163.16 million) were the highest in the company’s history since the third quarter of 2009. Building on its momentum and two consecutive profitable quarters, LG expects to strengthen its positioning in the smartphone market with its G Series and L Series^III models despite the landscape becoming more competitive.

The LG Home Appliance Company reported revenues of KRW 2.91 trillion (USD 2.84 billion), a slight decrease from the same period the year before, despite improved sales in Korea, Europe and developing markets such as the Middle East and South East Asia. Greater competition in North America and unfavorable foreign currency exchange rates resulted in a lower third–quarter operating profit of KRW 51.8 billion (USD 50.49 million). LG expects profitability to increase in the fourth quarter with an expanded home appliance product portfolio and improved cost structure.

The LG Air Conditioning & Energy Solution Company reported revenues of KRW 925.6 billion (USD 902.14 million), a 5 percent decline from a year ago. An operating loss of KRW 2.5 billion (USD 2.44 million) was primarily due to weak demand in residential air conditioners in Korea related to weather conditions, which offset steady growth in the Middle East and Latin America. LG expects overseas sales to improve with more customized and higher energy efficient systems while it targets the growing construction and civilian industries in Korea with its commercial products.

2014 3Q Exchange Rates Explained

LG Electronics’ unaudited quarterly earnings results are based on IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) for the three-month period ending September 30, 2014. Amounts in Korean won (KRW) are translated into U.S. dollars (USD) at the average rate of the three-month period of the corresponding quarter — KRW 1,026 per USD (2014 3Q).

Earnings Conference and Conference Call

LG Electronics will hold a Korean language earnings conference on October 29, 2014 at 16:00 Korea Standard Time at the LG Twin Tower Auditorium (B1 East Tower, 20 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Korea). An English language conference call will follow the next day on October 30, 2014 at 10:00 Korea Standard Time (01:00 GMT/UTC). Participants are instructed to call +82 31 810 3070 and enter the passcode 9084#. The corresponding presentation file will be available for download at the LG Electronics website (www.lg.com/global/ir/reports/earning-release.jsp) at 14:00 on October 29, 2014. Please visit http://pin.teletogether.com/eng and pre-register with the passcode provided. For those unable to participate, an audio recording of the news conference will be available for a period of 30 days after the conclusion of the call. To access the recording, dial +82 31 931 3100 and enter the passcode 142750# when prompted.

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LG G WATCH R, NEW BENCHMARK FOR WEARABLES, BEGINS GLOBAL ROLLOUT

A man wearing a LG G Watch R is holding a cup of coffee.

Newest Android Wearable Delivers Smart Capabilities

in Classic Watch Form Factor

SEOUL, Oct. 24, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) announced today that its newest Android wearable, LG G Watch R, will be available for purchase at retail sites throughout Europe including countries such as France, Italy, Spain and the UK in the beginning of November, followed by key markets in North America, Asia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) soon after. Customers in select markets will also be able to purchase G Watch R on Google Play in the weeks ahead.

The LG G Watch R made its world debut at IFA 2014 to much interest and with its stylish looks and smooth, speedy performance, became one of the show’s most mentioned new products. The world’s first watch-style wearable to feature a fully circular Plastic OLED (P-OLED) display, the G Watch R was inspired by classical and premium timepieces. The 1.3-inch circular P-OLED display takes advantage of every pixel, producing images with stunning color and accurate viewing at all angles even under bright sunlight.

Designed and built to last, the LG G Watch R features a classic design encased in durable stainless steel and aluminum powered by a 410mAh battery. Like the original LG G Watch, the G Watch R delivers optimal performance through its powerful but efficient 1.2GHz Qualcomm^® Snapdragon™ 400 processor with 4GB of storage and 512MB of RAM. With an Ingress Protection rating of IP67, the device is completely protected from dust and water resistant for up to 30 minutes at a maximum depth of one meter. The G Watch R, designed with personalization in mind, is compatible with any 22mm wide watch strap.

The LG G Watch R offers six new pre-loaded watch faces and improved power savings in ambient mode. The update to Android Wear^TM OS will add even more features and functionality to G Watch R such as offline music playback. Updates will be performed seamlessly through the smartphone with the owner’s permission.

“While the original G Watch was designed to be a no-nonsense, pure Android Wear device, the G Watch R was developed with a more aesthetic eye,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The G Watch R represents LG’s commitment to meld form and functionality together in perfect harmony and to create a device that not only looks great but more importantly, offers technology that makes life more convenient.”

Prices and additional purchase details will be announced locally at time of availability. For more product images and videos, please visit www.lg.com/global/gwatch/r.

Key Specifications:

￭ Chipset: 1.2GHz Qualcomm^® Snapdragon™ 400

￭ Display: 1.3-inch P-OLED Display (320 x 320)

￭ Memory: 4GB eMMC / 512MB RAM

￭ Battery: 410mAh

￭ Operating System: Android Wear™

(compatible with smartphones running Android 4.3 and above)

￭ Sensors: 9-Axis (Gyro / Accelerometer / Compass)

Barometer

PPG (Heart Rate Monitor)

￭ Color: Black

￭ Other: Dust and Water Resistant (IP67)

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LG INTRODUCES COMPANY’S FIRST MOBILE APPLICATION PROCESSOR

Front views and a back of NUCLUN, a new application processor of LG.

LG’s Octa-Core NUCLUN Processor Delivers LTE-A Cat.6 Support and

Enhanced Capabilities Optimized for High-end Smartphones

SEOUL, Oct. 24, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its first mobile application processor (AP) featuring eight-core architecture and LTE-A Cat.6 network capability for high performance and low energy consumption. The new AP, named NUCLUN, will make its debut this week in the “G3 Screen”, a smartphone developed specifically for the Korean market.

NUCLUN (pronounced NOO-klun) was designed using ARM^®big.LITTLE™ technology for efficient multi-tasking capabilities. The AP employs four 1.5GHz cores (ARM Cortex-A15) for high performance and four 1.2GHz cores (ARM Cortex-A7) for less intensive processing. The number of performing cores can be adjusted based on the requirements of the task for maximum processing power or maximum energy savings. NUCLUN is designed to support the next generation of 4G networks, LTE-A Cat.6, for maximum download speeds of up to 225Mbps while retaining backward compatibility with current LTE networks.

“NUCLUN opens up a new chapter in LG’s history of innovation in the mobile industry,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With this in-house solution, we will be able to achieve better vertical integration and further diversity our product strategy against stronger competition. NUCLUN will give us greater flexibility in our mobile strategy going forward.”

As LG’s first smartphone equipped with NUCLUN, the G3 Screen inherits the design language, camera and UX features of the popular LG G3. The G3 Screen boasts an expansive, 5.9-inch Full HD IPS display and high fidelity 1W speaker for the ultimate smartphone experience. As the largest smartphone designed for LTE-A Cat.6 networks, the G3 Screen will deliver download speeds three times faster than regular 4G LTE networks for a truly smooth and satisfying multimedia experience.

KeySpecifications:

￭ Chipset: NUCLUN Octa-Core (1.5GHz Quad-Core +1.2GHz Quad-Core)

￭ Display: 5.9-inch Full HD IPS

￭ Memory: 32GB eMMC / 2GB RAM / MicroSD slot

￭ Camera: Rear 13MP OIS+ / Front 2.1MP

￭ Battery: 3,000mAh

￭ Operating System: Android 4.4 KitKat

￭ Size: 157.8x 81.8x 9.5mm

￭ Weight: 182g

￭ Network: LTE-ACat.6

￭ Colors: Black / White

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LG DONATES TWO THOUSAND SMARTPHONES TO UN’S EBOLA STABILIZATION EFFORT

Improved Real Time Communication in West Africa Critical in Fighting Epidemic

SEOUL, Oct. 22, 2014 — LG Electronics (LG) will be contributing two thousands smartphones toward the United Nations’ response to the deadly outbreak of the Ebola virus in West Africa. The donated smartphones from LG will be provided to healthcare and other key personnel dispatched by the UN in the affected areas where they are urgently needed. The smartphones will allow for fast and seamless communication between the teams on the ground, focusing on medical data gathering, monitoring and planning. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) will facilitate the distribution of the mobile devices.

“We hope that our contribution will make a difference as the UN and NGOs fight on the front lines to improve healthcare, food security and sanitation in areas affected by the Ebola epidemic,” said Choong-hak Lee, senior vice president and head of LG’s corporate social responsibility efforts. “This endeavor is representative of LG’s ongoing mission to use its technology to contribute toward resolving global issues.”

According to OCHA, almost one billion dollars will be needed to address the immediate humanitarian needs caused by the Ebola virus. Almost 5,000 people have been infected with Ebola since the outbreak started in West Africa in March with more than 2,400 individuals having died across the region. Support from LG and other international partners is critical to the UN’s efforts to stabilize the outbreak.

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