LG'S AVATARBOOK PLACES KIDS SQUARELY IN THE ACTION

LG’S AVATARBOOK PLACES KIDS SQUARELY IN THE ACTION

New Interactive Smart TV App Lets Young Learners Become

Part of Beloved Children’s Stories and Songs

SEOUL, Apr. 5, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) announces the launch of its latest children-friendly Smart TV app, Avatarbook, an easy-to-use application that puts kids right in the middle of their favorite stories and songs. Children can enjoy seeing themselves onscreen as the main characters in animated versions of classics such as Aladdin, Pinocchio and Alice in Wonderland. Aside from creating smiles and laughter, Avatarbook is a great way for young learners to engage more directly with age-appropriate literature and music.

“Avatarbook is part of LG’s commitment to bringing child-friendly, interactive educational apps to its Smart TV platform” said Richard Choi, senior vice president of the Smart Business Center at LG Electronics. “As a medium, Smart TV has unlimited potential to really engage young learners in new and compelling ways. As a leading Smart TV manufacturer, we believe strongly the need to develop unique applications that the entire family can enjoy.”

To become part of an exciting tale or happy tune on Avatarbook is an easy process that most children will be able to perform by themselves. First, they make their choice from a selection of 10 fun songs or five classic children’s stories. Second, they take a self portrait using the LG Smart TV’s built-in camera. Kids can choose from 20 different hairstyles and also alter the size, shape and contrast of their new avatar’s face. Finally, it’s time to experience the fun of appearing onscreen as a cute animated storybook or song character.

Avatarbook will be available from the LG App Store starting this month, and will be periodically updated with new content.¹

¹Compatible with LG’s premium, camera-equipped 2013 Smart TV models.

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LG TVS REGISTERED IN NEW ‘EPEAT’ ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS

New EPEAT Category Recognizes Leadership in Key Green Criteria

SEOUL, Apr. 3, 2013 ㅡ More than 50 television models from LG Electronics are now rated on the EPEAT global registry for greener electronics, which expanded today to include televisions for the first time.

The new environmental rating category recognizes LG-brand flat-panel HDTVs, Internet-connected Smart TVs and 3D-capable TVs. The comprehensive EPEAT rating system, which currently registers products in 42 countries and regions, is designed to help consumers, businesses and governments identify environmentally preferable television products.

The 53 LG TVs rated on the registry meet up to four dozen environmental performance criteria developed during a four-year consensus process involving the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, industry representatives and key non-governmental organizations. The stringent EPEAT standards include analysis of a product’s energy efficiency, recyclability, reduction of hazardous substances, packaging and longevity, to name a few attributes.

EPEAT CEO Robert Frisbee commended LG Electronics for its leadership as a charter participant in the new EPEAT registry’s TV category. “As a founding manufacturer in the new TV category, LG is forging a path toward a world filled with greener television options for purchasers worldwide,” he said.

“As a long-time EPEAT partner for computer monitors, we recognize the value of this important program in educating customers about sustainable products,” said Dr. Skott Ahn, president and chief technology officer, LG Electronics Inc. “LG is proud to be among the first to meet EPEAT’s new TV criteria for greener electronics.”

EPEAT has been the gold standard for sustainability ratings since 2006, initially as a program to help companies, governments and consumers compare and purchase greener PCs and monitors. The addition of the new TV EPEAT category comes less than two months after the registry expanded to include printers, copiers and other imaging equipment.

Since 2006, purchasers choosing EPEAT-registered electronics over products that don’t meet the system’s criteria have eliminated greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 11 million U.S. vehicles’ annual impact, avoided more than 394,000 metric tons of hazardous waste and reduced solid waste by nearly 167,000 metric tons – equivalent to nearly 86,000 U.S. households’ annual waste.

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LG INTRODUCES SPOTIFY TO SMART MEDIA DEVICES

Award-winning Digital Music Service to Launch on

LG’s 2013 Audio and Video Models

SEOUL, Mar. 27, 2013 — LG Electronics (LG) today announced that Spotify will be available on its 2013 range of smart media products, including premium Blu-ray Home Cinema Systems and Blu-ray players. Available on a selection of LG’s latest internet connected devices from next month, the Spotify application will provide users with access to over 20 million songs via the brand’s user-friendly smart platform.

The new Spotify application will allow premium account users to discover new music by browsing the huge song library, or by listening to Spotify Radio on their LG Smart audio or video device. Favorite tracks and playlists can be shared via Facebook and Twitter so that everyone can discover new music. New customers to the service can also enjoy the benefits of a one-month free trial, before signing up to the $9.99 monthly subscription.

This exciting service will be available on a selection of LG’s devices, including its high-quality BH9530TW, an industry leading 9.1 channel system that offers the most immersive home cinema experience yet. With 1460W of power and nine speakers, the BH9530TW delivers breathtaking 3D sound that will fully submerge audiences in their favorite movies or music from every angle.

LG continues to lead innovation in audio visual entertainment, with the new Spotify application joining the company’s already impressive smart offerings – a one-stop shop for premium content, social media and gaming. LG’s smart platform brings together the best of catch-up TV from the likes of BBC iPlayer, instant access to movies on demand via Netflix and LOVEFiLM, along with social media platforms YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

“LG’s smart platform provides unparalleled choice for consumers and the addition of Spotify demonstrates LG’s continued commitment to growing the brand’s smart offering for consumers,” said Richard Choi, head of LG’s Smart Business Group. “We are confident that LG smart media owners will enjoy these latest services, as well as the fantastic updates we have planned for the rest of the year.”

“It’s our mission to make all the world’s music available instantly to everyone, everywhere, so we’re delighted to partner with LG to make our music service available on their smart media devices,” said Kate Opekar, Director of Hardware Business Development at Spotify. “Spotify wants to be at the heart of the home entertainment experience, so it’s a natural fit to make our music service available on Blu-ray players and home cinema systems.”

LG’s 2013 audio and visual lineup features outstanding sound and picture quality. Spotify will be available starting in April on LG Smart Media devices in the United States, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

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ROVI, LG ELECTRONICS ENTER LICENSE AGREEMENT

Companies End Patent Disputes, Begin New Era of Cooperation

SEOUL, Korea and SANTA CLARA, Calif., Mar. 19, 2013 ㅡ Rovi Corporation (NASDAQ: ROVI) and LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) have agreed to settle their patent disputes by entering into a multi-year license agreement.

The agreement grants LG a license to Rovi’s patent portfolio for use across all of LG’s product lines. In addition, the agreement provides LG a broad right to include certain of Rovi solutions in LG’s consumer electronics products. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

“We’re pleased to renew our business relationship with LG,” said Tom Carson, CEO of Rovi Corporation. “From Rovi’s standpoint, the opportunity to have our technology adopted by a leading major brand like LG will further enhance consumers’ ability to connect to, discover and enjoy entertainment content on multiple devices.”

Wayne Park, CEO of LG Electronics USA, said, “Putting aside our differences is in the best interest of LG customers. By combining LG’s world-leading innovations across multiple categories with electronic program guide and other technologies from Rovi, LG will bring a new level of interaction and enjoyment to content-hungry consumers.”

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EYE RECOGNITION TO BRING NEW LEVEL OF CONVENIENCE TO LG SMARTPHONE

A front view of LG OPTIMUS G PRO with grey-colored background

Technology to Debut in Smart Video Feature in Optimus G Pro

SEOUL, Mar. 14, 2013 — Smart Video, a new multimedia UX feature from LG Electronics (LG), will be unveiled for the first time in the Optimus G Pro. Smart Video takes viewing videos on mobile devices to a whole new level of convenience with eye recognition that eliminates the need to manually control playback during the viewing experience.

Through the implementation of advanced eye recognition technology, Smart Video recognizes the position of the viewer’s eyes and automatically plays or stops the video without any manual input from the user. When the viewer’s eyes are no longer focused on the smartphone display, the front camera recognizes this and immediately pauses the video automatically. Once the user’s gaze returns to the smartphone, the video resumes playback from the point last viewed.

In addition to the Smart Video feature, Optimus G Pro will also be equipped with the world’s first Dual Camera function. The Dual Camera feature is an extension of the Dual Recording feature which debuted on the Optimus G Pro introduced in the Korean market last month. Dual Camera simultaneously captures photographs using both the front and back cameras for a picture-in-picture composition. Users can now be a part of the story, not just observers.

“LG is continuously innovating to offer creative ways to offer a user experience that adds value to our customers,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company.“It’s the positive UX that will differentiate smartphones in 2013 and beyond, not only cutting-edge hardware specs.”

The Smart Video and Dual Camera features will be introduced as a part of the Value Pack upgrade which will be offered for the Optimus G Pro in the Korean market next month. These features will also be made available for some LG premium smartphones in the future.

Other features in the Value Pack upgrade include:

Magic Remote Pad and Text Keypad via the QRemote function. These new options for QRemote work specifically with LG Smart TVs to enhance convenience when using Optimus G Pro as a remote control for LG Smart TVs.

The Smart LED Lighting outlining the home button of the Optimus G Pro will be upgraded so users can customize the colors to correspond to their favorite contacts. The flashing of the LED in different colors will allow users to identify the source of incoming calls, missed calls, unread messages and emails.

Video Pause/Resume allows the user to stop and start in record mode for one continuous video file.

The first Color Emoticons in an Android smartphone for more personalized text messages.

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LG RECOGNIZED WITH RED DOT AND iF DESIGN AWARDS

Prestigious Global Design Experts Recognize

Design Excellence in LG’s 2013 Products

SEOUL, Mar. 13, 2013 ㅡ Twenty-seven of LG Electronics’ (LG) 2013 products were recognized by the red dot design awards for their excellence in the field of design. A panel of 37 independent judges considered over 4,662 products from 1,865 manufacturers, designers and architectsfrom 54 countries. LG took top honors by receiving the coveted red dot: best of the bestaward for its new curved OLED TV. LG also received 24 other red dot design awards in addition to two honorable mentions.

“Design has always been an important part of our DNA and in recent years it’s become even more important that we differentiate our products in an industry that has become synonymous with great looking products,” said Dr. Scott Ahn, head of Corporate Design at LG Electronics. “Our ultimate philosophy is to incorporate designs that work but also evoke an emotional response. The design awards are a testament to the company’s success in this regard.”

Highlights of LG’s key products recognized at the 2013 red dot design awards include:

Best of the Best: Curved OLED TV

First unveiled at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show, LG’s curved OLED TV (model EA9800)introduces aunique design that capitalizes on the thinness of the display and the aesthetic beauty of the technology itself. The unique EA9800 features the industry’s very first ergonomically curved screen design with vivid picture quality. It has a gentle inward flex, making the entire screen surface equidistant from the viewer’s eyes. This eliminates screen-edge visual distortion and loss of detail.

The revolutionary TV provides a more comfortable and immersive viewing experience as well as a remarkably clear image. The innovative design boldly pushes past conventional perceptions of what a display should be. LG’s design team integrated the innovative Crystal Stand to cleverly conceal elements of the product not directly relevant to the screen. This has the effect of further enhancing the already immersive environment created by LG’s CINEMA SCREEN Design which is defined by a bezel so thin that it is practically invisible to the naked eye, eliminating any distraction to the action on the screen.

Smartphones That Turn Heads

LG’s first Full HD smartphone, the Optimus G Pro, comes with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display and new UX features. This unique device was specifically developed to meet the growing demand for smartphones with extra large screens. The thin bezel highlights its “simple yet detailed” personality, punctuated only by decorative metal on the edges that exudes an elegant, graceful look and feel.

The Optimus L3^IIis part of the newly introduced Optimus L Series^IIwhich embodies the beauty of the original L Series but with a more refined touch. The Optimus L3^IIcontinues LG’s design heritage with four new elements that make the device eye catching and fun to use—Seamless Layout, Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design, and Smart LED Lighting around the home button with various colors for notifications.

Appliance To Enhance Any Kitchen

LG’s latest side-by-side refrigerator with Door-in-Door system provides more usable storage space and a number of new convenience-oriented features. This model is equipped with LG’s propriety Door-in-Door feature which provides easier access to foods and drinks that family members consume most frequently while minimizing cold air from escaping when the refrigerator door is opened. The exterior design takes a minimalistic approach with a bold yet restrained metal finish that enables the refrigerator to fit the décor of any kitchen.

Other LG products receiving recognition by red dot award judges include the Touch Monitor (ET63), 100-Inch Laser TV (HECTO), Soundbar (NB6530), Mouse Scanner (LSM-300), among others.

iF Design Awards Success

LG’s accolades from the 2013 red dot design awards follows in the footsteps of the company’s success at the iF (International Forum) design awards earlier this year. LG took home 23 iF product design awards, besting more than 3,000 competitive entries. LG’s OLED TV (model EM9700), French 4-Door refrigerator with Door-in-Door^TM, HOM-BOT SQUARE robotic vacuum cleaner and Optimus G, L9 and L7 smartphones were all recognized for their design excellence. Four communication design awards were also bestowed on LG among 1,086 competing entries. LG’s OLED TV microsite – www.LGOLED.tv – was recognized for the visual way in which it told the story of “the ultimate next generation display.”

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LG OPTIMUS L5II BEGINS GLOBAL ROLLOUT

Two LG Optimus L5IIs in black and white color on a carpet with a panel saying ‘LG Optimus L5II.

Showcasing LG’s Latest UX Innovations and High Style Aesthetics

SEOUL, Mar. 11, 2013 ㅡ LG’s Optimus L Series^IIfamily of devices welcomed another member today with the launch of the Optimus L5^II. The Dual SIM Optimus L5^IIwill be initially available in Brazil followed by single and Dual SIM models in South and Central America, Europe, Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Africa.

The core design elements of the Optimus L5^IIincludes Seamless Layout crafted to fit comfortably in the hand, sleek and balanced design with Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design made of premium materials and Smart LED Lighting around the home button with various colors to alert users. LG’s Smart LED Lighting alerts the user to missed calls and messages – among other notifications – with various colors. What’s more, LG’s premium user experience (UX) features get a boost from Android’s latest operating system, Jelly Bean 4.1.2, along with a polished user interface, vivid display and long-lasting battery.

New UX enhancements include Quick Button, which enables users to customize the Hotkey to launch various functions such as QuickMemo, camera, internet, music or any other app. Quick Button is a versatile feature that eliminates the need for tapping repetitively through menus. For example, the Quick Button can be programmed so that in camera preview mode, pressing the button captures the photo and activates QuickMemo at the same time so editing and sending images can be performed with less time and effort.

LG made user safety a top priority as part of its enhanced UX and equipped theOptimus L5^IIwith Safety Care. Safety Care provides real-world assistance when it is needed the most, allowing the user to alert pre-selected recipients in urgent situations with three useful functions that include Emergency Call Forwarding, Phone Non-Usage and My Location Notice.

“The Optimus L5^IIwill offer consumers another great option among devices in the premium 3G market,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “We believe that the Optimus L5^IIwill prove to be irresistible to people looking for a feature-rich smartphone that complements their unique and individual styles.”

The full design story of the L Series^IIwith Chul-bae Lee, Vice President and Head of Mobile Communications Design Lab, is available for viewing at http://goo.gl/RvMcM.

Optimus L5^IIKey Specifications:

Operating System: Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2
Processor: 1 GHz Single Core
Display: 4.0-inch WVGA
Memory: 4 GB / 512 MB RAM
Camera: 5.0MP with LED Flash
Battery: 1,700mAh
Size: 117.5 x 62.2 x 9.2mm (Single SIM) / 118.4 x 62.2 x 9.2mm (Dual SIM)
Colors: Indigo Black, White, Pink, Titan

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LG IPS PERSONAL SMART TV DELIVERS HUGE ENTERTAINMENT IN A COMPACT PACKAGE

Stylish MT93 Delivers Exceptional Entertainment Experience

for Bedrooms and Dorms

SEOUL, Mar. 8, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) announced its new 27-inch MT93 IPS Personal Smart TV, designed for individuals who desire a big viewing experience without the big footprint. With stellar Smart TV capabilities and excellent connectivity options, LG’s Personal Smart TV is the perfect entertainment hub for both singles and students. It boasts a vivid IPS display and a thin yet elegant bezel design that harmonizes with any modern interior while also doubling as a PC monitor.

“The MT93 LG IPS Personal Smart TV is a brilliant personal smart entertainment centerpiece, ideally suited for individual spaces,” said Kwon Il-geun, senior vice president and head of the LG Home Entertainment Company’s IT Business Unit. “LG designed its Personal Smart TV lineup to meet the growing demand for compact, multipurpose devices suitable for bedrooms, studio apartments and dormitories. The MT93 is the best in its class and its thin bezel design belies a well-rounded set of features that consumers have come to expect from LG’s large screen Smart TVs.”

Like LG’s bigger brethren, the MT93 provides access to a vast range of online content, broadcasts, VoD and apps from global and local providers. It’s easy to search and select from LG’s comprehensive content collection on the Smart Home interface with its convenient Premium Content menu. This categorized section offers users popular services such as Facebook, Netflix and Hulu Plus, as well as the extensive content libraries found in LG’s 3D World and Game World. LG’s Smart TV platform is so easy to use that it was recently honored with a coveted 2013 iF communication design award for its user interface, which includes Smart Home, Voice Mate and other outstanding features.

LG’s Smart TV platform also delivers convenient content sharing and screen mirroring via WiDi and Miracast. With Mobile High-definition Link (MHL), users can play games or display smartphone content on the MT93 while charging their mobile devices at the same time. The TV ships with LG’s next generation Magic Remote, which uses voice recognition, gesture, scroll and click controls deliver a smooth and natural way of navigating the LG Smart TV ecosystem. The MT93 also offers Picture-in-Picture (PIP) capability allowing users to view two different shows at the same time or browse their Facebook account while watching their favorite prime time sitcom.

The LG IPS Personal Smart TV performs equally well as a high-end monitor when connected to a computer. And with a built-in browser, users can even surf the internet without a PC simply by connecting a keyboard and mouse to the MT93. What’s more, two HDMI connections and three USB ports make transferring content to LG’s Personal Smart TV easier than ever before.

The MT93 uses LG’s In-Plane Switching (IPS) display technology, producing a picture quality that has few rivals. IPS displays outperform Twisted Nematic (TN) and Vertical Alignment (VA) technologies with their vivid colors that look lifelike from almost any angle. But beauty isn’t limited just to the images on the screen. The slim CINEMA SCREEN design accentuates the immersive viewing experience. This understated yet elegant frame is matched to an equally graceful stand which would look at home in any room.

The MT93 IPS Personal Smart TV will be introduced this month in Europe followed by other select regions worldwide.

Specifications


Screen Size	27-inch
Resolution	Full HD 1920 x 1080
Display	IPS / 3D
Brightness, C/R	250nits, Mega
Response Time	GTG: 5ms¹
Wireless	Miracast, WiDi
Interface	HDMI x 2 (MHL ready), Composite, Component, USB x 3 (Media, Keyboard/Mouse), LAN
Speaker	7W x 2 (3D Sound Zooming)
Functions	Smart TV, 2D to 3D Conversion (H/W), Magic Remote,USB Quick View, WOL²
3D Glasses	2EA (Normal)

¹Under high ODC conditions

²WOL: Wake on LAN

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LG PASSES TEN MILLION MARK IN LTE SMARTPHONE SALES

Four female models are holding various LTE smartphone of LG celebrating that LG has sold more than 10 million LTE smartphones worldwide.

LG Expands LTE Market with Compelling Lineup Targeting

Diverse Range of Consumer Needs

SEOUL, Mar. 3, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) reports that it has sold more than 10 million LTE smartphones worldwide, a result of the company’s aggressive push into 4G markets with a combination of the best hardware and advanced 4G LTE technologies.

“Aggressive pushing forward with 4G LTE technology allows LG satisfy the needs of consumers and is a huge factor in our growing success in global LTE smartphone sales,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of the LG Mobile Communications Company. “Having established ourselves as a major industry player, we will continue to expand our footprint in the global LTE market with a wider range of differentiated, high quality LTE smartphones.”

LG’s success in expanding its presence in this segment is a result of its early entry into the LTE market and its leadership in LTE research and development. Last year, LG launched popular LTE smartphones in significant markets such as the United States, Japan, Germany and South Korea. In recent weeks, the company began a global rollout of its LG Optimus G in an additional 50 countries.

According to Strategic Analytics, global shipments of LTE smartphones are expected to drastically increase to 275 million units this year. LG is aiming to double its LTE smartphone penetration this year, expanding its presence in both established and emerging markets with a variety of devices. New for 2013, LG’s Optimus F series will deliver a high-speed experience to users transitioning from 3G to 4G LTE networks in countries around the world.

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LG DEMONSTRATES ITS FIRST TD-LTE DEVICE AT MWC 2013

LG to Supply TD-LTE-capable Smartphones in China

BARCELONA, Feb. 26, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) successfully co-demonstrated Time Division-Long Term Evolution (TD-LTE) service at Mobile World Congress 2013 in partnership with China Mobile, the world’s largest mobile operator. TD-LTE is a telecommunications technology for 4G LTE networks that differs from the widely adopted Frequency Division-LTE (FD-LTE) technology. China Mobile plans to roll out the TD-LTE network in the second half of this year. The demonstration at MWC 2013 was conducted using a modified Optimus G, LG’s flagship smartphone.

“TD-LTE has the potential to cover 2.7 billion people in Asia alone and today’s demonstration proves that this technology is ready for consumers,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “LG is committed to offering a range of TD-LTE smartphones based on our unrivaled leadership in 4G LTE technologies.”

LG will roll out TD-LTE-capable smartphones in China in the second half of the year when China Mobile launches its TD-LTE service.

For more informationon LG’s newest mobile products, visit the LG stand in Hall 3 of Fira Gran Via or visit the online newsroom at www.LGnewsroom.com/MWC2013.

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LG OPTIMUS L3II MAKES ITS WORLD DEBUT

Second Device in LG’s New L Series^IILaunches In South America

BARCELONA, Feb. 27, 2013 ㅡ Hot on the heels of the Optimus L7^IIlaunch in Russia, LG Electronics (LG) announced that the second model in its new generation Optimus L Series^IIwill make its world debut in Brazil this week. This will be followed by single and dual SIM models being introduced in the other markets of South and Central America, Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa.

Optimus L3^IIadvances the styling and convenience of the original Optimus L3 smartphone with a new flair that complements its user experience. The Optimus L3^IIcontinues LG’s design heritage with four new elements that make the device eye catching and fun to use: Seamless Layout, Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design, and colorful Smart LED Lighting on the home button.

Beyond the phone’s sleek exterior, Optimus L3^IIoffers an upgraded user experience with a stylish makeover. Thanks to its larger capacity battery, Optimus L3^IInow offers QuickMemo with Overlay mode— previously only available in LG’s premium smartphones— to boost productivity. QuickMemo with Overlay mode allows users to jot notes on a transparent “layer” while still being able to view another screen in the background. This eliminates the need to split the screen and allows both QuickMemo and the other application to be viewed in full-screen mode simultaneously.

“The Optimus L3^IIis a versatile phone for the smart and stylish individual,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Its improved user experience makes this an attractive device for customers who want to express their sense of style without sacrificing functionality.”

The Optimus L3^IIcomes in four colors tailored to users’ individual styles: indigo black, white, pink and titan. Prices will be announced at a later date.

Optimus L3^IIKey Specifications:

– OS: Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2
– Processor: 1 GHz Single Core
– Display: 3.2-inch QVGA IPS
– Memory: 4 GB / 512 MB RAM
– Camera: 3.0MP
– Battery: 1,540mAh
– Size: 102.6 x 61.1 x 11.9mm (Single SIM) / 102.9 x 61.3 x 11.9mm (Dual SIM)
– Colors: Indigo Black, White, Pink, Titan

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LG ELECTRONICS ACQUIRES WEBOS FROM HP TO ENHANCE SMART TV

LG to License HP IP, Integrate webOS Technology into Next-Generation Devices

SEOUL, Korea, and PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics Inc. has acquired the webOS operating system technology from HP, the companies announced today.

To support its next-generation Smart TV technology, LG has entered into a definitive agreement with HP to acquire the source code, associated documentation, engineering talent and related websites associated with webOS. As part of the transaction, LG also will receive licenses under HP’s intellectual property (IP) for use with its webOS products, including patents acquired from Palm covering fundamental operating system and user interface technologies now in broad use across the industry.

Today’s announcement paves the way for continued innovation on the webOS platform and on LG’s roadmap of innovative solutions for many years to come, while allowing HP to focus its resources on strategic business opportunities such as cloud computing.

“This groundbreaking development demonstrates LG’s commitment to investing in talent and research in Silicon Valley, one of the world’s innovation hotbeds. It creates a new path for LG to offer an intuitive user experience and Internet services across a range of consumer electronics devices,” said Skott Ahn, president and chief technology officer, LG Electronics Inc. “The open and transparent webOS technology offers a compelling user experience that, when combined with our own technology, will pave the way for future innovations using the latest Web technologies.”

Ahn explained that LG Electronics’ investment in webOS technology and its acquisition of the innovation team’s R&D capabilities are expected to extend LG’s leadership in bringing Internet services directly to consumer electronics devices. “Integrated with LG, this team will be the heart and soul of the new LG Silicon Valley Lab, focused on bringing innovative technology solutions to market through the most popular platforms for sharing and consuming content and experiences,” he said. With the transaction, LG will add the Sunnyvale and San Francisco sites to its global R&D locations, in addition to its existing U.S. sites in San Jose and Chicago.

Also under the agreement:

– LG will assume stewardship of the open source projects of Open WebOS and Enyo.
– HP will retain ownership of all of Palm’s cloud computing assets, including source code, talent, infrastructure and contracts.
– HP will continue to support Palm users.

“WebOS and its associated community deliver market leading platforms for the next generation of connected devices. We are constantly looking for opportunities to accelerate the delivery of this platform from the community,” said Bill Veghte, HP’s chief operating officer. “LG’s track record of innovation and broad distribution provides this opportunity, while enabling HP to accelerate our Cloud efforts. In particular, with the cloud assets that will remain with HP, we will focus on delivering innovative solutions that will enable our enterprise customers to mobilize their workforce.”

HP and LG do not expect this transaction to have a material impact on either company’s financial statements. Terms were not disclosed.

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LG INTRODUCES WORLD’S SMALLEST WIRELESS CHARGER

LG’s Thin and Sleek Wireless Charger Delivers Maximum

Charging Performance and User Convenience

BARCELONA, Feb. 26, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) today introduced the world’s smallest wireless charger at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. At only 6.9cm in diameter, the WCP-300 is designed with portability in mind. Despite its diminutive size, the charging area is 1.7 times wider than that of LG’s previous generation wireless charger.The new model is compatible with a standard 5-pin micro-USB charger, providing the highest level of charging performance and user convenience.

The WCP-300 employs electromagnetic induction technology and is Qi certified by the Wireless Power Consortium. Electromagnetic induction produces a magnetic field that in turn generates an electric current to charge the batteries in devices placed on the charging pad. Certification ensures that the WCP-300 is compatible with all smartphones that support the Qi standard.

“Wireless charging is the holy grail of smartphone user convenience,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With the WCP-300, LG was able to deliver both portability with top-class charging capabilities in a device no larger than a typical beverage coaster.”

In the US market, both the LG Spectrum 2 and Nexus 4 feature built-in support for wireless charging right out of the box, eliminating the need to purchase separate covers. LG believes that built-in support for upcoming smartphones will be the most critical development in making wireless charging the industry standard going forward.

LG is committed to offering consumers a better mobile user experience by introducing smartphones with more advanced wireless charging technologies in the global market.

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LG TO DEMONSTRATE WORLD’S FIRST WIRELESS ULTRA HD TRANSMISSION TECHNOLOGY AT MWC 2013

Two models introduce the world's first wireless Ultra HD Transmission technology

Latest Mobile Convergence Technology Enables Users to
Enjoy Smartphone Content on Ultra HD TVs

SEOUL, Feb. 25, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) will showcase its industry-leading Wireless Ultra High Definition (Ultra HD) Transmission technology for the first time at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2013 in Barcelona. This exciting next generation mobile feature enables users to view games and other smartphone content on Ultra HD TVs in real time, via wireless data transfer.

“Thanks to our innovative Wireless Ultra HD Transmission technology, users can now enjoy their favorite mobile content on today’s most advanced Ultra HD TVs,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With the development of this cutting-edge technology, LG again confirms its industry leadership in the area of display and mobile convergence for a truly enjoyable viewing experience.”

Wireless Ultra HD Transmission technology makes the delivery of smartphone multimedia content to TVs faster and smoother than previous mobile video compression and transfer systems. With minimal lag and data loss, LG’s next generation mobile feature performs this feat using ubiquitous Wi-Fi connections. During transmission, multimedia content is automatically adjusted to match the receiving TV’s screen resolution, resulting in flawless visuals.

What’s more, LG’s Wireless Ultra HD Transmission system consumes less than half the power of other similar transmission technologies. It achieves this by reducing the burden on the smartphone’s CPU and other hardware resources.

Visitors to MWC can see this technology for themselves at the LG Booth in Hall 3 of Fira Gran Via from February 25-28.

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LG ANNOUNCES FOUR OPTIMUS SERIES DEVICES AT MWC

Four female models are smiling at a camera holding various strategic Optimus series devices at MWC 2013 - G, Vu:, F and LII.

LG’s Aggressive Mobile Strategy to Focus on LTE Leadership,

Next Generation Display Technology and Differentiated UX

BARCELONA, Feb. 24, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a smartphone lineup at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain that focuses on a four-tier strategy. The four strategic Optimus series devices – G, Vu:, F and L^II– all feature LG’s next generation core technologies. These new models combine outstanding hardware, world-class high definition displays and a user-centric user experience (UX) with each series emphasizing a different facet of the company’s smartphone expertise.

With an initial target to sell 10 million smartphone each quarter and double sales of LTE devices in 2013, this is LG’s most ambitious smartphone strategy to date. Flagship models from the G and Vu: series will target the premium segment while the F and L series will be positioned as more mass audience smartphones for 4G LTE and the 3G markets, respectively.

LG Optimus G Series — Flagship Superphones Featuring World-class Hardware

Since the launch of LG’s Optimus G last September, the immensely popular flagship product has received a number of awards and favorable reviews thanks to its high quality display, advanced 4G LTE technology, superb design and innovative UX. Development of the Optimus G was the result of close collaboration with sister companies LG Chem, LG Display and LG Innotek.

The Optimus G is the first smartphone in the world to employ Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon™ S4 Pro Quad-Core processor. And LG’s True HD IPS Plus display and Zerogap Touch technology deliver vibrant, high quality images and superior touch responsiveness. In addition to its unmatched hardware, stylish design and a beautiful screen, the Optimus G also incorporates user-friendly UX features, such as QSlide, QuickMemo and Live Zooming.

Originally launched in key target LTE markets, the LG Optimus G is making its debut in over 50 countries. The newest addition to LG’s Optimus G series, the Optimus G Pro, was recently introduced to the Korean public. The Optimus G Pro is a 4G LTE-equipped smartphone with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display and compelling new UX features such as Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama.

LG Optimus Vu: Series — Large Screens for Enhanced Viewing Experience

A new hybrid LTE device that combines the portability of a smartphone with the viewing experience of a tablet, LG’s Optimus Vu: is equipped with a 5-inch, 4:3 aspect ratio display that is ideal for viewing documents, e-books, multimedia content and browsing the internet. With the recent addition of the Optimus Vu: 2 in the Korean market, there are now two devices in Vu: Series that deliver a unique mobile user experience with UX features such as Vu: Talk and QRemote.

LG Optimus F Series — 4G LTE Smartphone for Everyone

LG’s Optimus F Series is theideal 4G LTE smartphones for just about everyone. Both the Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 were specificallydesigned for consumers making the transition from 3G to 4G LTE networks. The launch of Optimus F Series this year will enable LG to expand its footprint rapidly in the burgeoning 4G LTE market. LG Optimus F will deliverto new 4G customers the speed of LTE and a range of useful UX features without the high entry fee demanded by most 4G smartphones. The Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 will be showcased at LG’s MWC booth.

LG Optimus L^IISeries — Continuation of Unique Design Heritage

The Optimus L^IISeries incorporates the refined sensibilities of LG’s L-Style design philosophy. Each 3G phone’s subtle yet bold aesthetics are representative of LG’s unmistakable design DNA. Surpassing the beauty of the first L Series, the Optimus L^IISeries were developed around four new design elements: Seamless Layout, Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design and a home button with Smart LED Lighting. The Optimus L3^II, Optimus L5^IIand Optimus L7^IIwill all be on display at MWC.

Creative and Friendly UX — Intelligent Features That Go Beyond Hardware

LG continues to develop the most advanced UX in order to provide unrivaled user-centric features in the era of LTE technology and large, high-resolution displays. The company’s four new smartphone series include an array of advanced UX features that were designed to take maximum advantage of the hardware specific to these devices.

First unveiled on LG’s Optimus G, QSlide provides the ability to display two full-sized windows simultaneously, enabling users to perform a greater combination of tasks with increased efficiency. The recently upgraded version of QSlide allows for the opening of two apps at the same time in full screen mode and change the size, position and transparency of QSlide windows as needed. Video, browser, memo, calendar and calculator functions are all compatible with LG’s true multitasking UX. Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama are two of the newest additions to LG’s UX specifically designed to take advantage of the latest Full HD display technologies to enhance the users’ mobile viewing experience.

Visit LG’s online newsroom (www.LGnewsroom.com/MWC2013) and LG Mobile Facebook (www.facebook.com/LGMobile) for more information on LG’s 2013 mobile offerings. Also download the LG MWC application from Google Play to see the latest updates from Mobile World Congress.

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