LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced fourth quarter 2011 consolidated revenues of KRW 13.81 trillion (USD 12.05 billion) with an operating profit of KRW 23 billion (USD 20 million). Quarter-on-quarter revenue growth reflected strong performance in home entertainment and home appliances with improved operating profit in the mobile and TV businesses.

Unaudited consolidated financial results, based on IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) for the period ending Dec. 31, 2011, showed a net loss of KRW 112 billion (USD 97.73 million) in the quarter, primarily due to a loss on investments in affiliated companies and net financial expense.

Full-year 2011 consolidated revenues reached KRW 54.26 trillion (USD 48.97 billion). Despite a 2011 net loss of KRW 433 billion (USD 391 million), operating profits improved significantly to KRW 280 billion (USD 253 million) from KRW 176 billion (USD 153 million) for full-year 2010.

The LG Home Entertainment Company shipped a record high 8.8 million flat panel TVs from October to December, increasing revenues 17.6 percent from the previous quarter to KRW 6.31 trillion (USD 5.5 billion). While quarterly sales declined modestly from the 2010 period, a strong 2011 holiday season and more premium product mix led by CINEMA 3D TV resulted in an operating profit of KRW 150 billion (USD 130.9 million) in the fourth quarter of 2011. Full-year 2011 home entertainment sales were KRW 22.38 trillion (USD 20.2 billion) with operating profit of KRW 423 billion (USD 382 million). For 2012, LG will continue strengthening its position in 3D and Smart TVs with a broadened line of TVs with Cinema Screen design and quality content.

The LG Mobile Communications Company improved its position in the fourth quarter with operating profits of KRW 12 billion (USD 10 million) and sales of KRW 2.78 trillion (USD 2.42 billion) on the strength of premium smartphones such as Optimus LTE (Long Term Evolution). For full-year 2011, the company posted sales of KRW
11.69 trillion (USD 10.55 billion), a decline of 9.9 percent from 2010. For 2012, the company will continue to strengthen its position by focusing on strategic markets with expanded smartphone line-up led by LTE smartphones.

The LG Home Appliance Company posted record-high quarterly sales of KRW 2.99 trillion (USD 2.6 billion) in the fourth quarter of 2011 with strong growth in Korea, the U.S. and developing countries with more energy-efficient products. Modestly lower operating profit of KRW 65 billion (USD 57 million) in the fourth quarter reflected increased raw material costs and unfavorable foreign exchange rates. Total 2011 home appliance sales were KRW 11.11 trillion (USD 10.03 billion) with operating profit of KRW 295 billion (USD 266 million). New energy efficient appliances being introduced around the world this year are expected to contribute to 2012 revenue growth.

The LG Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions Company reported sales of KRW 680 billion (USD 593 million) in the fourth quarter, essentially flat with the 2010 fourth quarter. An operating loss of KRW 38 billion (USD 33 million) was attributed to negative macroeconomic issues and product mix weakness in developing markets. For full-year 2011, the company recorded air conditioning and energy solutions revenues of KRW 4.56 trillion (USD 4.11 billion) and operating profit of KRW 58 billion (USD 52 million). The company is increasing its focus on high-efficiency air conditioning systems to help drive sales in 2012.

LG ANNOUNCES FOURTH-QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2011 FINANCIAL RESULTS is a post from: LG Blog

In addition to being selected as the best HDTV at CES by CNET, the LG 55EM9600 OLED HDTV was chosen by CNET’s unbiased, expert editors as the most exciting, innovative, and promising new product at the show.

“CNET editors from around the globe have spent a grueling and inspiring six days pounding the pavement in Las Vegas to get our hands on thousands of tech products,” said Lindsey Turrentine, Editor in Chief of CNET Reviews. ”We lugged our laptops and cameras for miles, across the show floors, through launch parties, and to closed-door meetings. We found the gadgets of tomorrow — and after sorting through them all–chose LG for our hard-fought Best of CES award.”



In addition to the CNET Awards, LG was honored with the following:

Popular Mechanics Editor’s Choice
• LG 55EM9600 55-inch OLED TV

IMS Research TV Innovations “Immersive Award”
• LG BH9420PW CINEMA 3D Sound Blu-ray Home Theater

HD Guru Top Picks awards
• Best Media Player – LG SP820 Smart Upgrader
• Best 3D TV – LG 84LM9600 84-inch 3DTV
• Best in Show – LG 55EM9600 55-inch OLED TV

TechnoBuffalo Best of CES awards
• LG 55EM9600 55-inch OLED TV

Stuff.tv Hot Stuff
• LG Blast Chiller

“LG has always been committed to developing innovative products that help improve our customers’ lives,” said Stephen Gater, CE Marketing Director for LG UK. “We’re enthusiastic about these honors at CES and look forward to continuing to bring leading products to market that are recognized for both their technical and design features.”

Using self-lighted organic pixels, the 55-in screen class (54.6-inch diagonal) OLED TV exhibits precise color, absolute contrast and blazing clarity. Boasting a contrast ratio of over 100,000,000:1, fifty times greater than that of LED/LCD display panels, the OLED TV displays vivid colors and the fine details, helping to preserve images with utmost clarity and sharpness, even when displaying scenes with dark lighting. Since the OLED TV does not require a lamp or bulky support structures, it is 4mm (3/16ths of an inch) thin and weighs only 16.5 pounds.





The 84LM9600 is the world’s largest Ultra Definition (UD) 3D TV LG’s 3D and boasts an impressively large 84-inch class (84.04 inch diagonal) screen and superb picture quality with 8 million pixels, four times the resolution of existing Full HD TV panels. Combined with LG’s Cinema Screen slim and narrow bezel, which reduces the TV’s frame to negligible levels, the 3D UD TV provides a most immersive 3D viewing expe-rience.

The SP820 Smart TV Upgrader easily turns any HDTV into a Smart TV, including access to streaming services from Vudu, Amazon Instant Video, and Cinema Now, among others. With HTML 5 and Flash, there is also a full Internet browser as well as intuitive navigation with the enhanced LG Magic Remote.

LG’s BH9420PW, is a “3D Sound” home theater system, incorporating LG’s 3D sound technology with a state-of-the-art Blu-ray system. The BH9420PW enhances the 3D experience by adding a dimension of height to the audio field and uses 3D Sound Zooming to synchronize the audio with 3D picture depth when playing back 3D video from Blu-ray discs and broadcast sources.

The Blast Chiller takes room-temperature beverages, such as wine or soda cans and quickly cools them; it can chill a 12-ounce can in around five minutes as well as two soft drink cans or bottle of wine in eight minutes. Quick chilling is enabled by Jet Flow and Swirling Structure, which decreases the temperature and distributes the chilled air throughout the chiller compartment.

These awards follow the CES Innovations Awards where LG was honored with 12 awards, including the Best of Innovations for Major Home Appliances for the LFX31935 refrigerator with Blast Chiller technology; for Video Displays the PM9700 plasma, LM9600 and LM8600 LED HDTVs; for Video Components the BP720 Blu-ray Disc™ Player and SP820 Smart TV Upgrader; for Audio Components the ND8520 iPod Speaker Dock; for Major Home Appliances the WM8000HVA/DLEX8000V and WM9000HVA/ DLEX9000V washer/dryer pairs that feature LG Smart ThinQ™ and LrV5900 HOM-BOT Robotic Vacuum; for Wireless Handsets, the LG DoublePlay and LG Revolution with VMware Horizon Mobile™.

For more exciting LG information please visit our dedicated CES 2012 site here

LG ELECTRONICS WINS MULTIPLE AWARDS AT 2012 INTERNATIONAL CES is a post from: LG Blog

World’s Largest OLED TV
At CES today, LG announced the world’s largest OLED TV (EM9600), boasting a display size of 55”, ultra-thin depth of just 4mm and weighing only 7.5kg. The EM9600, arriving in the second half of 2012, is a glimpse of the future of TV. This impressive screen offers unrivalled picture quality with more realistic colours, brighter picture and faster display speed; incorporating the company’s 4-Colour Pixels and Colour Refiner features.



CINEMA SCREEN Design
LG’s CINEMA 3D TV series showcases the revolutionary new CINEMA SCREEN design with an ultra-thin bezel and superior display technology for a totally immersive viewing experience.



CINEMA 3D
As Sky’s first choice for 3D TVs, LG is committed to its award-winning CINEMA 3D technology and over 60 per cent of the latest range will be 3D-ready. Certification by Intertek as the world’s first ‘flicker-free’ 3D TV and better than ever 2D to 3D conversion further cements LG’s 3D TVs as the best way to bring the cinema home.



World’s Largest Ultra Definition 3D TV
LG also revealed the world’s largest 3D Ultra Definition (UD) TV, due to arrive in the second half of the year. This 84” 3D UD TV combines LG’s industry-leading 3D and Smart TV technology with Ultra Definition display, for the ultimate 3D cinema experience at home. LG’s 3D UD TV boasts superb picture quality with 8 million pixels, four times the resolution clarity (3840×2160) of existing Full HD TVs. 3D Depth Control allows users to personalise the viewing experience by controlling the 3D effect while 3D Sound Zooming provides users with 3D sound that rivals even the best home cinema systems.



Immersive 3D Sound Home Cinema
Complimenting this revolutionary TV technology is the launch of the first in four brand new home cinema systems. The BH9420TW, available in the first half, is equipped with the brand’s latest 3D sound technology complete with a 9.1 speaker system. This includes four tall boy speakers to ensure sound is emitted vertically and horizontally to create a 360º surround sound experience.



Google TV & Smart TV
LG continues to lead the way with connected entertainment in the home, expanding its award-winning offer in a global partnership with Google (planned to launch in the UK in 2013). LG’s bespoke Smart TV platform is also set to be further improved with the introduction of even more premium content services. Built-in Wi-Fi in over 70 per cent of this year’s range and a new and improved Magic Remote, which has additional Voice Recognition technology and a Browser Wheel, promises to make LG’s Smart TV easier than ever to enjoy.

LG’s improved Smart Share 2.0 is driving further innovation in connected TV by making multi-screen viewing even simpler, enabling users to access content where and when they want to. Over 50 per cent of LG’s TV line-up will feature Smart TV functionality, reflecting the brand’s continued belief in the future of the connected home.


Smart TV Upgraders
This year also sees the launch of two Smart TV Upgraders (SP520 in March and SP820 in May), offering users the opportunity to access the LG Smart TV platform from any TV with a HDMI connection.

Stephen Gater, Consumer Electronics Marketing Director, commented: “Driving technological innovation with premium quality is at the heart of everything we do at LG. Unveiling the world’s largest OLED TV today is just one example of our commitment to be the first-to-market leaders in our field.

“LG is globally recognised for its cutting-edge technologies. We’re excited about our line-up this year – our premium range of new stylish TVs offers a true statement of style that people will be proud of having as the hub of their home.”


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LG reveals world’s largest OLED TV and showcases cutting edge new designs at CES 2012 is a post from: LG Blog

“The 3D experience is still evolving and we at LG intend to push the limits of what 3D can deliver,” said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of LG Home Entertainment Company. “With our 2012 CINEMA 3D Smart TVs, we have been able to take a significant step forward, thanks to a series of new and upgraded 3D features led by the CINEMA SCREEN Design.”

The CINEMA SCREEN Design translates the latest advances in LG’s display technology into an aesthetically superior form. Bezels that surround the new CINEMA 3D Smart TVs have been slimmed down to negligible levels, removing physical obstructions to allow greater immersion of 3D effects, reminiscent of movie screens at cinemas.

The CINEMA SCREEN Design is accompanied by new CINEMA 3D glasses for 2012. Presented in three elegant models, the new CINEMA 3D glasses are 20 per cent lighter than the previous ones, increasing their comfort to allow longer 3D viewing.

Such optimal setting for immersive 3D viewing is complemented by a range of new 3D technologies. Using the theory of 3D TV technology, Dual Play is the solution for an ultimate gaming experience. With LG’s Dual Play function and the special Dual Play glasses, players see two entirely different full images, as opposed to the traditional split screen, where each player has to focus on half the screen. Meanwhile, 3D Sound Zooming generates audio output that is synchronised with the location and movement of the various on-screen objects, so immersive sound can complement immersive visuals.

As always, the new CINEMA 3D Smart TVs come equipped with LG’s Smart TV function. Featuring over 1,200 apps, LG’s Smart TV offers a variety of premium content services, including 3D World, where viewers can access a growing abundance of 3D content. Furthermore, the built-in 2D to 3D conversion engine makes 3D content practically limitless.

All aforementioned features of the new CINEMA 3D Smart TVs will be available for viewing at CES 2012 in Las Vegas starting on January 10, 2012.

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LG’S CINEMA SCREEN DESIGN REDUCES CINEMA 3D SMART TV BEZEL TO 1mm! is a post from: LG Blog

“LG has constantly strived to provide consumers with wider choices in home entertainment that bring the highest level of sophistication and convenience,” said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. “Through Google TV, LG has merged Google’s established Android operating system with LG’s proven 3D and Smart TV technologies, offering consumers a new and enthralling TV experience.”

LG’s Google TV’s most attractive feature is its ease of use, thanks to the combination of its Android-based user interface and the Magic Remote Qwerty designed by LG. LG’s Google TV’s user interface and main screen have been designed for convenient browsing and content selection. Multi-tasking is also possible, as the search, social networking and TV functions can run simultaneously. The user interface can be accessed using the Magic Remote Qwerty which combines the user-friendly benefits of LG’s Magic Remote with a QWERTY keyboard.

Equipped with LG’s own CINEMA 3D technology, Google TV provides a home entertainment experience that is immersive, comfortable and convenient. Based on LG’s own Film Patterned Retarder (FPR) technology, CINEMA 3D glasses are battery-free, comfortable and lightweight. The glasses are also very affordable, making LG’s Google TV ideal for viewing by a large group of family and friends when used in 3D mode. And with a single click of the remote, any 2D program or movie can be viewed in 3D, thanks to the built-in 2D to 3D conversion engine.

Alongside Google TV, LG will continue to advance its own Smart TV platform based on NetCast, which will be available in more than 60 per cent of LG’s flat panel TVs scheduled for introduction over the coming year. With a growing collection of content and services, LG’s Smart TV platform will continue to provide consumers with a unique user experience.

The first demonstration of LG’s Google TV will take place at the LG Electronics Press Conference on 9th January, launching to consumers in the US in 2012 and availability in the UK planned for 2013.

Google TV is a new experience that combines TV, the web, and apps – as well as a way to search across them all. Because some things are better on a big screen.

Watch this space for a demo and pics of the Google TV!

LG TO INTRODUCE GOOGLE TV AT CES 2012 is a post from: LG Blog

What sets LG’s TV picture apart from other OLED TVs is 4-Color Pixels and Color Refiner which work together to generate natural and accurate colors that are sharp and consistent. The 4-Color Pixels feature allows for more accurate color depiction by using a set of four colors (red, green blue and white) in comparison to the RGB setup used by other OLED TV manufacturers. Color Refiner ensures consistency in colors from a wider viewing angle via an LG algorithm which improves and refines hues and tones. This is in contrast to other OLED TVs which often exhibit drastic changes in hues from different viewing angles and abnormal color gamut.

Boasting an infinite contrast ratio, LG’s OLED TV exhibits vivid colors and the smallest details regardless of the overall luminance of the on-screen image. In turn, colors and details throughout an entire image are preserved with utmost clarity and sharpness, even when displaying scenes with dark lighting. Such color capabilities are technically impossible with LED and LCD display panels. And at 1,000 times faster than LED/LCD displays, LG’s OLED TV shows crystal clear motion without any blurring or bleeding.

And LG’s OLED TV is as aesthetically pleasing as it is technologically sophisticated. LG’s Slim and Narrow Bezel design gives the TV a sleek, minimal look and at only 4 mm thin and a mere 7.5 kg, LG’s OLED TV practically blends into the wall.

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WORLD’S LARGEST OLED TV FROM LG is a post from: LG Blog

“LG is pushing the limits of home entertainment innovation with this 3D UD TV,” said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. “We are bringing together all our Smart TV and 3D knowledge in the 3D UD TV in order to demonstrate to the CES audience that LG is committed to being the world’s leading brand for immersive home entertainment in 2012 and beyond.”

LG’s 3D UD TV boasts superb picture quality with 8 million pixels, four times the resolution clarity (3840×2160) of existing Full HD TV panels. Combined with LG’s Slim and Narrow Bezel Design, the 3D UD TV provides the most convincing 3D viewing experience currently available outside of a movie theater. What’s more, 3D Depth Control allows users to customize their viewing experience by controlling the 3D effect while 3D Sound Zooming provides users with 3D sound that rivals the output of all but the best home theater systems.

Via the superior display panel, users can access LG’s Smart TV ecosystem, which comprises over 1,200 apps and gives users access to a growing range of premium content services such as the 3D Zone where viewers can select from a wealth of 3D movies. The imbedded 2D to 3D conversion engine expands the availability of 3D content to limitless levels. Users can easily browse and navigate the Smart TV ecosystem using LG’s new, ergonomically-designed Magic Remote which now recognizes four different types of command input: Voice Recognition, Wheel, Magic Gesture and Point.

LG’S 3D UD TV PRESENTS IDEAL COMBINATION OF IMMERSIVE 3D WITH UNRIVALED DISPLAY QUALITY is a post from: LG Blog

“Compared to active shutter glasses, LG’s 3D glasses are far more comfortable to wear and much more affordable, making it possible for large groups and entire families to watch 3D programs and movies together,” said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of the LG Home Entertainment Company. “LG is addressing two of the biggest barriers to 3D acceptance head-on and we’re confident consumers will react favorably to our strategy in the coming year.”

The F310 is characterized by a distinctive design that combines soft lines within a slim frame. Unlike many previous 3D glasses, the lenses have been curved to better accommodate the shape of the wearer’s face, as well as to improve the overall CINEMA 3D viewing experience. The F310 weighs a mere 13.5 grams, making it 20 percent lighter than LG’s previous design.

Another new item for 2012 includes the clip-on F320. Clip-on 3D glasses are unique to 3D TVs based on Film Patterned Retarder (FPR) technology, which is at the heart of CINEMA 3D TV. Compared to the previous generation clip-on 3D glasses, the F320 weighs 25 percent less at 5.5 grams.

Developed in collaboration with Alain Mikli, the F360’s half-rim frame design is sportier and only weighs 16 grams. The lenses of the F360 have been curved and cover most of the wearer’s face, deepening the immersive CINEMA 3D experience. The stylish F360, as well as all 3D glasses from LG, can also worn in theaters showing 3D movies since both CINEMA 3D and theaters utilize the same FPR and RealD technologies.

LG’s share of the global 3D TV market increased from 7.6 percent during the first quarter of 2011 to 14 percent by September. FPR’s unobtrusive technology played a key role in the company’s success in 3D TVs, as uncomfortable and expensive glasses have been identified in numerous studies as being the number one reason consumers have been reluctant to adopt 3D in the home.

LG plans to continue the success it saw this year by sponsoring a series of 3D film and gaming events in 2012 in order to introduce the CINEMA 3D experience to thousands of participants and visitors.

LG UNVEILS STYLISH NEW 3D GLASSES FOR 2012 is a post from: LG Blog

“The quality and technological superiority of LG’s 3D display products are second to none, according to the findings of internationally renowned research organizations and respected media outlets,” said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of LG Home Entertainment Company. “The 2011 IPS monitor line-up shows LG’s commitment to further build upon on this reputation and technological prowess in order to provide consumers with the most immersive home entertainment experience possible.”

The DM92 series showcases a premium design by employing the slim bezel of LG’s technology- and design-driven CINEMA SCREEN whose aesthetic superiority is accompanied by the lustrous chrome stand. Through the monitor TV’s attractive 27-inch display, users can access files on their PC, play games or simply kick back and watch their favorite TV shows. The DM92 series is also optimized for enjoying exciting 3D content. By incorporating an IPS panel, the DM92 series enables greater depth, consistent color and brightness at wider viewing angles compared with conventional 3D displays.

The 23-inch DM82 series exhibits a chic and futuristic design, employing a metallic neck supported by a square, slim base. The 3D display quality is among the industry’s best, with superior color tone from any viewing angle. The beautiful images are accompanied by 7-watt built-in speakers, enabling the DM82 to function as a comprehensive entertainment centerpiece.

The 27- and 23-inch DM52 series offers versatility and efficiency in a flexible package. Combining immersive 3D with IPS, the DM52 series comes equipped with a range of connectivity features, such as HDMI and USB, for content-sharing with external devices.

Optimized for 3D, LG’s D43 monitor offers a host of new technologies and features. The monitor ensures bright 3D images as well as SUPER Resolution and vivid colors through the 3D effect mode. The D43 easily converts 2D content into 3D without any additional software. A 3D hot key enables users to easily adjust and control the depth of 3D images.

LG’s new 2012 IPS monitor line-up will be available globally starting February 2012.

NEW LINE-UP OF MONITORS FROM LG TAKES FULL ADVANTAGE OF IPS is a post from: LG Blog

If 2010 will be remembered as the year that 3D took the step from the cinema into homes, then 2011 will be remembered as the year that LG pioneered the way with their Cinema 3D technology.

Currently the only manufacturer offering ‘passive’ or Cinema 3D as well as ‘active’ 3D, LG are offering consumers a choice, but the emphasis is certainly on Cinema 3D.  The reason behind this is as a result of a year’s experience of 3D retail under the belt combined with a survey that showed 88% of viewers preferred the Cinema 3D experience to active 3D.

What is Cinema 3D?

The name says it all really – Cinema 3D is the closest you can get to the 3D experience you enjoy in the cinema in your own home. It uses the same glasses that are used in the cinema as the technology is housed within the TV, rather than in the glasses as with active 3D, meaning the glasses are lighter, cheaper and more comfortable weighing in at just 16 grams.

The screens on LG’s range of Cinema 3D TVs are equipped with LG’s proprietary Film-type Patterned Retarder Panel, or FPR for short. This panel optimizes the separation of images into an image for the left eye and one for the right that are then filtered through the Cinema 3D glasses to give the 3D effect.

Putting the advantages of the glasses aside, Cinema 3D also has the advantage of not suffering with flicker that can be seen on some active 3D TVs. LG’s LW6500 Cinema 3D screen that was unveiled at CES 2011 has even been awarded a “Flicker-free” certificate from Intertek and TUV, two of the most-recognised and respected inspection and certification bodies in the world. The LW6500 is the first 3DTV to receive this accolade!

What does the future hold for 3D?

Whilst we can confirm that LG are working on glasses-free 3D, we can also say that this is a product for the future. In the meantime LG’s new range of TVs, including several 3D Cinema options will be released in April, alongside a range of active 3D Plasma screens giving the consumer the choice. Read more about the 3D range here

Cinema 3D – the facts is a post from: LG Blog

Regular readers of the blog will know that early January belongs to the Consumer Electronics Show – the most important three days annually on any techies calendar. Taking place annually in Las Vegas, CES is the place where the world’s tech titans come together to impress the crowds and dictate the course of technology over the next year. Naturally LG were present and by all accounts it was a good year, with plenty of positive media buzz matched with an impressive haul of CES innovation awards.

Best of Innovations Awards: NANO Full LED 3D Smart TV (LW9500)

In the first of several awards for the Home Entertainment team, LG’s top-of-the-range LW9500 NANO Full LED Active 3DTV scooped a prestigious “Best of Innovations Award”. Packing LG’s unique NANO technology provides an extra bright sheen to its FULL LED backlighting, whilst the LW9500’s ultra-narrow bezel makes it a stylish accompaniment to any room. The LW9500 also won plaudits for its quick and easy access to online content.

Innovations Awards: Smart TV Platform (LW9500)

2011 was the year that Smart TV really made its presence felt at CES and LG won another Innovation Award in the online and video content section for it’s Smart TV platform on the LW9500. LG’s offering stood out thanks to a simple, intuitive interface that makes its high technology easy for anyone to use. LG’s Smart TV also benefits from a fast-growing range of apps that cover everything from lifestyle and education to entertainment and games. Additionally the Smart Share function lets users wirelessly stream content from compatible devices direct to the television screen, while also serving up meta data, such as synopses and actor profiles for the content you are watching.

Innovations Awards: NANO FULL LED 3D Smart TV (LW7700)

Packing NANO Technology, the LW7700’s high-definition, cinema standard picture has received THX certification, the gold standard for cinema-quality TV. The LW770 also boasts all the benefits and functions of LG’s Smart TV technology.

Innovations Awards: 3D PDP TV (PW350)

With an ultra-narrow bezel maximizing the screen display and an elegant frame and stand, the PW350 is a truly visually arresting TV.

Once the TV is turned on, the PW350 shows its real power, with 3D images staying smooth even during the fastest action sequences. Combine this with LG’s patented 3D XD Engine and you have a 3D picture of startling brightness and clarity.

Innovations Awards: Portable Media Player (BP650)

At just 1.6 inches in width, the BP650 is the ultimate in portable performance. Playing Blu-ray™ in beautiful HD on a 9-inch screen is not its only trick, as users can also enjoy online content through a wired network, adding even more tools and applications to the BP560’s impressive repertoire.

Innovations Awards: Home Theater System (HX996TS)

A CES Innovation Honoree for excellence in the category of Integrated Home Systems, the HX996TS uses innovative new sound excellence to take sound into the third dimension. Optimized to offer 3D sound for 3D movies, this 3D Sound Home Theater uses dual subwoofers and special tallboy speakers that completely fill the space above viewers’ heads, creating the illusion they are right in the thick of the movie.

Innovations Awards: Monitor (E2290V), Optical Disc Drive (BP40LS20)

In computer accessories, the LG E2290V, an ultra-slim monitor, and the LG BP40LS20, an external Blu-ray Disc™ drive, also earned Honorees of the Innovations Awards.

With a 10 million to 1 contrast ratio, the E2290V, offers crystal clear images and a lightning fast 2ms response time that keeps images smooth, even during the fastest games or movies. It is also packed with eco-friendly features including lower energy consumption – as much as 40 percent less than with conventional CCFL-backlit LCD monitors.

The LG BP40LS20 is the first optical disc drive with BDXL, offering new standards in Blu-ray™ technology.

Innovations Awards: Home Appliances

Rounding off an impressive Honoree list from LG is a trio of the company’s outstanding steam washers.

The WM3885HCCA is a highly-efficient front load Steamwasher™ based on LG’s Inverter Direct Drive technology, complete with major improvements in capacity, energy, efficiency and durability. This all results in a clean as thorough and delicate as if it had been washed by hand. As both an energy and cost saving advantage the WM3885HCA’s Coldwash™ technology uses cold water to penetrate into fabrics, which when combined with the 6 Motion technology, results in the same washing performance as washing in warm water.

Key to LG’s success within the Home Appliance category is the combination of LG’s Inverter Drive and 6 Motion technologies, the latter of which lets the drum tailor each cycle to clothes’ precise needs, using a mixture of rolling, stepping, swinging, scrubbing, filtration and tumbling. These technologies are both found on LG’s high efficiency top-load laundry pair, the WT5101HV and DLEX5101V and ensures an extremely gentle wash for delicates or a more powerful cleanse for soiled items.

Using Truesteam™ and Inverter Drive™ technologies, LG’s new Steam Dishwasher (LDF9942ST) delivers excellent, simple cleaning while consuming less energy and water. LG’s Truesteam™ Generator, the only built-in steam generator of any dishwasher, creates high-intensity steam that dissolves even the toughest residue. A highly water efficient function in itself, the Truesteam™ Generator also does away with the need to manually pre-rinse dishes, thereby helping save water. What’s more, the Inverter Drive™ motor makes the LG dishwasher one of the most energy-efficient, high-performance lines in the industry.

And that’s it for another year, the techies moved on and Las Vegas was soon back to its normal, ebullient ways.

In a year when ‘smartness’ and integration were crucial, LG played a key role in shaping that picture with innovations that embraced some of the most impressive elements yet seen in smart consumer technology. The show may be over, but the buzz around LG for another year has only just begun.

CES 2011: Walking in a Techie Wonderland is a post from: LG Blog

Smart Upgrader ST600

‘Smart’ was introduced as one of the key themes for LG at this year’s show, with Smart phones, Smart Home Appliances and Smart TV on display. Whilst this was undoubtedly a theme shared by a lot of manufacturers exhibiting, LG caught a lot of eyes with their ST600 Smart upgrader. Essentially the ST600 is a peripheral box that is plugged into any television with a HDMI port and gives access to LG’s Smart TV content, including access to thousands of movies, customisable apps, videos and the ability to browse the Web through an easy to navigate interface. Indications for the UK point toward Smart TV allowing access to BBC i-Player, Acetrax, Viewster, Google Maps, Twitter, Facebook, Accuweather and Picasa amongst numerous others*.

The ST600 Smart Upgrader was also listed by Esquire Magazine as one of their ‘Best of CES 2011’ products.

Optimus Black

One of LG’s most talked about products unveiled was the LG Optimus Black handset. Part of LG’s Optimus smart phone family, the Optimus Black is a stylish and super slim smart phone running Android 2.2, but with a promise to receive 2.3 before long.

One of the big talking points surrounding the Optimus Black is the screen, more specifically the brightness of the screen. Using LG’s proprietary NOVA technology the Optimus Black promises the brightest screen ever kicking out 700nits of luminosity, whilst also promising a 50% reduction on power consumption when used indoors in comparison to a standard LCD display.

Smart Grid

Sticking with the Smart theme, Home Appliances were also given the Smart makeover this year, with plenty of new technology on display. But it was the LG Smart Grid that had us salivating at the prospect of controlling our home appliances remotely using a smartphone or a tablet. Undoubtedly one for the future, but amazing nonetheless, Smart Grid links your appliances including dishwasher, washer & dryer, refrigerator, oven and even a HOM-BOT robotic vacuum cleaner. The Smart Grid will then let the appliances work together for economical and practical reasons. For example, using Smart Grid LG washing machines can program washing machines to do the washing at the most cost effective time, utilising the “Recommend Time” and “Lowest Rate” options. In a similar way LG’s refrigerators can adjust their functions to save on energy bills at peak times, or ramp up cooling power when energy rates are low.

The World’s Largest Full LED 3D TV

Named by T3 magazine as one of the ‘Best 3D Gadgets of CES 2011’ the LZ9700 is the biggest Full LED 3D TV in the world today measuring in at a living-room remodeling 72inches.

Aside from the obvious jaw-dropping effect of its size, the LZ9700 is packed full of features including 400Hz, Smart TV and a Magic Motion Remote Control as standard.

Super Slim LED Monitor E2290V

The CES Innovations Award-Winning E2290V monitor is sure to be the must-have monitor for the year to come. Measuring in at an unbeatably slim 7.2mm in depth, the E2290V not only offers a great picture due to its LED lighting and 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio, but also a stylish design.

With a response time of just 2 milliseconds and Full HD 1080p, the picture on the E2290V will remain clear and bright even during the fastest action sequences making it ideal for watching Blu-ray movies or gaming.

* Content partners may vary by product category.

Created with flickr slideshow from softsea.

CES 2011: The best of LG at CES is a post from: LG Blog

Thanks to LG’s proprietary built-in TrueSteam™ generator, the Steam Power cycle creates powerful steam that can dissolve the toughest residue, leaving dishes spotless without the need for pre-washing by hand. There is also a Steam Delicate cycle that uses TrueSteam™ to remove stubborn stains like lipstick without danger of damaging or scratching delicate items like china or stemware.

The dishwasher is also highly energy efficient due to LG’s Inverter Direct Drive™ motor, cutting energy use by up to 71% compared to standard Energy Star-certified dishwashers. It also makes washing and draining quieter than ever, with noise levels of 42 decibels, some of the quietest in its category. The Inverter Direct Drive™ comes with a 10-year warranty.

Product Specifications:

LG TrueSteam™ Dishwasher (LDF9942ST)

-          TrueSteam™ Technology

-          42dBA LoDecibel™ Quiet Operation

-          Exceeds Energy Star® Requirements

-          Slim Inverter Direct Drive™ Motor 10-Year Warranty

-          Smart Diagnosis™ Technology

-          Glass Touch  LCD Controls

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: LG DISHWASHER SIMPLIFIES YOUR LIFE WITH ITS TRUESTEAM™ TECHNOLOGY is a post from: LG Blog

Not all of us were lucky enough to find our way to Vegas for this year’s CES, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have the inside word on all of LG’s exciting products for the year to come. Our YouTube channel is host to a number of videos that introduce many of the great products on display.

The best place to start would be with this introductory video for CES 2011.

Skott Ahn, President and Chief Technology Officer of LG, sets the theme of this year’s products by saying, “For LG, 2011 is all about smart products. We have Smart TVs, Smart mobiles and Smart appliances”.
With sound bytes from George Mead, Marketing Manager, Home Entertainment LG UK and Paul Trueman, Marketing Director, LG UK, the video offers a great introduction to why 2011 is going to be Smart for LG.

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: video guide to LG at CES 2011 is a post from: LG Blog

Last year’s CES was dominated by 3D, as a host of 3D TVs were launched to the public. CES 2011 doesn’t look like it will be anything different with a wide range of 3D products already unveiled.

Excitingly one of the 3D products LG have on display at their booth is a glasses free 3D display for use in mobile devices. At 4.3 inches, this glasses free 3D display sets the pace for mobile 3D displays and cements LG as a forward thinking and innovative manufacturer.

Comprising a WVGA touchscreen and 480×800 pixel resolution, the 4.3 inch 3D display offers the optimum screen size for watching 3D on a mobile device. Ideal for watching videos or playing games without the risk of eye strain from the immersive 3D technology that provides bright, flicker-free images.

Making 3D glasses a thing of the past, LG’s display uses an applied parallax barrier technology, which delivers a series of light-blocking slits attached to the front of the LCD panel. The slits ensure that the left and right eyes see different images, creating an illusion of depth and a convincing 3D effect.

Developed in partnership with LG Display, LG have also drastically reduced crosstalk. The new display has straighter, more upright barriers that are very precisely aligned to the LCD panel. This technological advance not only means smoother, brighter, crosstalk-free images, but also a much wider viewing angle than on previous parallax displays.

CES 2011: The Latest 3D Innovation, Glasses-free 3D Display for Mobile is a post from: LG Blog

One of these products that got tongues wagging worldwide was the LG Optimus Black – a new Android running Smartphone lined up for a release in the first half of this year.

The LG Optimus Black is notable for several reasons, but the first thing to catch the eye is its thickness, or more specifically its lack of thickness. Measuring in at a super slim 9.22mm deep, the Optimus Black is the world’s slimmest smartphone.

The Optimus Black also packs a mighty punch, as it brings a 4-inch NOVA display to the mobile market for the first time, specifically designed to be the brightest, clearest and most readable among mobile device screens with 700 nits of brightness for optimal visibility.

Other advantages of the NOVA display aside from greater luminosity include a 50% reduction on power consumption when used indoors in comparison to a standard LCD display. The NOVA display even has AMOLED beaten, as AMOLED uses twice as much power to display a full white screen, the most frequently used colour scheme for web browsing. When you factor in a 1500 mAh battery, the LG Optimus Black will have enough power to get you through the day.

The Optimus Black is certainly a visually arresting handset, with enough sleek lines and smooth edges to get tongues hanging out. Taking a nod from LG’s Home Entertainment department’s invisible speakers on TVs, the Optimus Black has an Invisible Receiver hidden behind the edges of the phone ensuring a flush and attractive finish. Combine this with a weight of 109g and you have a truly enviable handset.

But looks alone do not make a good handset. The Optimus Black is packed full of features to help make users lives easier via the Optimus UI 2.0. This LG exclusive UI lets users access messages, emails and missed calls from the locked screen with a single tap of the finger. The Gesture UI offers more intuitive commands, including lifting, shaking and tapping for taking calls, entering camera mode or enjoying music. The LG Optimus Black also introduces the world’s first Wi-Fi Direct™ for quick and high quality data transfer between mobile devices and adopts the world’s first 2MP front-facing camera.

All LG Optimus Black features are available on the Android 2.2 Froyo platform, with Android 2.3 Gingerbread upgrade capability. The Android 2.3 upgrade combined with the 2MP front-facing camera means that high quality video calls are possible.

The  LG Optimus Black will be released globally in the first half of 2011.

Update: 7 July, 2011

Paul Trueman, Marketing Director, LG UK talks about the Optimus Black at CES 2011

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: Introducing the LG Optimus Black is a post from: LG Blog

Internet enabled TV from LG. A User-friendly Dashboard and Motion Control Magic Remote Provide Easy Access to Premium Content and LG App Store.

LG LW650T Smart TV, one of a range of Smart TVs showcased by LG at CES 2011

UPDATE: January 7, 2010
LG’s Smart TV Interface demonstrated by George Mead, Marketing Manager, Home Entertainment at LG UK.

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available.

CES 2011: LG launch THE Smart TV experience is a post from: LG Blog

Wi-Fi Direct™ allows for a quicker and easier way to share content, videos and applications to Wi-Fi enabled smartphones without the need for traditional hot spots. Wi-Fi Direct™ will be demonstrated on the new LG Optimus Black handset, giving CES attendees a sneak peek at just how quick and easy it is to share content.
The demonstration will also show LG’s integration of DLNA as handset content will be projected onto TV and PC screens located throughout the booth.

Furthermore Wi-Fi Direct™ will make it easier for consumers who use their smartphone as a camera, appointment book, gaming device or music player, to sync their content to their PC, friends or even send photos to a printer without the need for wires or conventional Wi-Fi hotspots.

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: LG raise the bar on connectivity with the first demo of Wi-Fi Direct™ on a smartphone is a post from: LG Blog

At the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, LG have unveiled their latest cinema 3D TV designed specially to be free of flicker whilst maintaining the highest quality 3D picture possible.

The LW6500’s outstanding picture quality begins with LG’s proprietary Film-type Patterned Retarder panel, FPR for short. This panel optimizes the separation of images for the left and right eyes before being filtered through specially designed glasses to give viewers a great crisp image. Because these glasses use LG’s Cinema 3DTM technology, they do not require shutters in the glasses that can be the cause of flicker. This innovation earned LG a ‘Flicker Free’ certificate from Intertek and TUV, two of the most respected inspection and certification bodies in the world, making it the first 3DTV to receive this designation.

For consumers this means a 3D viewing experience that is much less likely to result in eye fatigue, whilst they also weigh in at just 16grams due to a lack of any electrical components meaning they never need charging and are much lower in cost. This also means that the screen does not need to be viewed from an optimal angle, making it the perfect 3D experience to enjoy with family and friends.

Another great piece of technology used by the LW6500 is 3D Light Boost, which is a thin film covering the screen that ensures 3D images are shown at maximum brightness. This all comes alongside LG’s Smart TV technology including access to LG Apps and a range of premium content via BBA iPlayer, and YouTube amongst others.

The LW6500 will be available to selected markets shortly after its introduction at CES.

Specifications:
- 3D TV (CINEMA 3DTM)
- Smart TV
- 3D Light Boost
- Flicker-Free (Intertek / TÜV certification)
- Blur-Free
- LED Plus
- Local Dimming
- TruMotion 200Hz
- Wide Viewing Angle
- 2D to 3D conversion
- Depth/Viewpoint Control
- USB 2.0
- DLNA/WiFi/DVR ready
- DivX Plus/HD
- HDMI 1.4
- Smart Energy Saving

UPDATE: 7 January, 2010

George Mead, Marketing Manager, Home Entertainment, LG UK talks about the benefits and features of LG’s Cinema 3D TV range from the LG stand at CES 2011.

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available  – Press Room

CES 2011: Presenting flicker free 3D TV with the LW6500 Cinema 3D TV is a post from: LG Blog

Another great innovation launched by LG at this year’s CES in Las Vegas is the Smart TV Upgrader (ST600) that allows consumers to upgrade their televisions into Smart TVs for a reasonable price.

By connecting the ST600 to a regular TV set, users can access a range of premium content from global providers, as well as locally sourced content including TV shows and movies. The ST600 also allows users to access LG’s unique range of Apps, custom designed and ever growing in number, offering everything from language classes to games.

The viewing experience with the ST600 is further heightened by its superb compatibility, allowing a simple, wireless transfer of content from DLNA compatible PCs and other compatible devices, meaning you can watch your content easily on the big screen.

LG’s Smart TV Upgrader was unveiled at CES 2011 in Las Vegas, and was named one of the top 10 products in the Stuff magazine 2011 CES Hot Stuff awards.
Specifications:
- Main CPU: BCM7615
- DDR 384MB, 1GB Flash
- LG Add-on Architecture + Web Browser
- AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
- Wi-Fi, Ethernet, DLNA (DMP)
- USB: 1EA (USB mouse, external storage)
- Input Devices: Finger Touch RCU
- Premium Content
- LG Apps
- Size: 11cm x 11cm

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: The ST600 – giving your TV a Smart upgrade is a post from: LG Blog

With CES 2011 upon us we are seeing some great new Home Entertainment products, starting with the world’s largest Full LED 3D TV!

The LZ9700 measures in at a huge 72 inches, giving viewers life-sized action in both 2D and 3D full LED backlit glory. Fitted with LG’s innovative Full LED technology, utilizing a full panel of LEDs directly behind the screen to illuminate the picture, averting localized dimming and offering a crisp and clear picture.

Alongside the supersized screen and full LED backlighting is active 3D technology, adding an extra depth and immersive quality to an already stunning television. In addition TruMotion 400Hz adds a super-fast processing rate, offering a smooth picture in both 2D and 3D modes.

Also featured on the LZ7900 are LG’s own Smart TV functions, utilizing a simple user-friendly Home Dashboard to access premium content from global providers as well as the best locally sourced TV shows and movies. IT also allows access to an ever-growing range of apps from LG, offering everything from language classes to games.

Just to make accessing all this content that bit easier LG have also included the Magic Motion Remote Control with the LZ7900, using technology similar to a Nintendo Wii controller to navigate your way through the specially designed menus on the set.

The LZ7900 will be available top consumers in early 2011, with further details following for each market.

Main Features: 

- FULL LED-backlight LCD 3D TV

- 72-inch class

- TruMotion 400Hz

- Micro Pixel Control (Local Dimming)

- Smart TV

- Magic Motion Remote Control

- Smart Share (DLNA, Media Link, USB, etc.)

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: The World’s largest Full LED 3D TV – the LZ9700 is a post from: LG Blog

Our 3D family has just got bigger as LG launched the extended range of 3D TVs for 2011 at CES 2011! This includes the world’s first LED Cinema 3D TV range available to consumers. The range also includes new active 3D plasma and Full LED NANO screens, making 40% of the 2011 TV range 3D ready, whilst continuing our commitment to offering the widest range of 3D products available.

Cinema 3D, or passive 3D, offers a great home cinema experience ideal for shared viewing with family and friends. The new LED range comprises 3 models, the LW550T, LW450U and the LW650T ranging between 32” and 55” and a wide variety of features, including Smart TV, bringing the best internet content to your TV screen. LG remain the only manufacturer on the market offering consumers both active and cinema 3D, reflecting our commitment to bringing consumers the broadest choice as Sky’s first choice for 3D TV.

Another two screens were launched at CES, the LW770T and the LW950T, both of which are 3D Ready Full LED NANO screens following on from our initial launch of NANO technology at IFA 2010. NANO Technology offers consumers a combination of ultra-slim depth and sleek bezel design with unrivalled picture quality by using micro pixel local dimming technology, creating a TV stunning in both picture quality and design.

LG also revealed a host of new Active 3D plasma screens, with new models including PW450T, PZ250T, PZ550T, PZ570T and PZ950T. LG’s 3D plasma screens are available in 42 – 60” with fantastic features including THX 3D Certification, making them perfect for sports and movies.

A great 3D TV needs a great home theatre system, and LG have created the ideal 3D home theatre systems to compliment the whole range, including the BD670 Blu-ray player and HX46E Blu-ray home cinema system.

More information can be found at the LG Press Room, where all CES 2011 related content is available – Press Room

CES 2011: LG’s 3D TV Range for 2011 is a post from: LG Blog

For 4 days in January Las Vegas becomes the focus of attention for technophiles worldwide as CES sets the tone for the year ahead.

Naturally LG will be there exhibiting their latest and greatest technology and we will be following every move right here on the blog, with the latest offerings from the worlds of Home Entertainment, Mobile Phones, Business Solutions and even Home Appliances.

CES 2011 – coming soon! is a post from: LG Blog

We loved the LG 84” Ultra High Definition Display on show at CES this year. It has 4x the resolution of normal HD, is supported by Next Generation LCD Technology and was hooked up to our CES award winning HB994PK Blu-ray cinema system. The Blu-ray system, which was officially launched at the end of last year, works wirelessly so that you can stream content from external hard drives. It also has an ‘invisible’ centre speaker, supports YouTube access and has a Mood Lighting system (“woooo” I hear you say)!

Blu-ray = HD DVD playing capacity.

Blu-ray on a Big Fat LCD is a post from: LG Blog

We blogged loads about LG’s amazing TVs at CES this year, and there seem to have been loads of buzz about them among all the other journalists and fans that visited the show too – it’s been really exciting! However, we mustn’t forget to mention the other great LG innovations that were on show as well, and over the next couple of days we will be adding to what we saw…

LG’s main innovations are in 3 sectors: Mobile devices, Home Appliances and Home Entertainment products. But LG also have a fantastic digital display department and are constantly doing research on how to get the very best screen quality – whether that be for their new TVs or for the vast array of Monitors and Digital Frames that they create.

Also on show at CES were a sleek selection of LG Digital Frames that allow you to display all your digital photos and movies in an ongoing slide show. The frames shown all had Bluetooth capability, meaning that any of your bluetooth enabled devices could beam content up to the frames without any need to insert a memory card or USB… Sweet! Lots of these are already on sale in the UK on the Highstreet and there will be more arriving later in the year.

Bluetooth Digital Frames @ CES is a post from: LG Blog

CES Las Vegas has ended for this year, but there is still so much to report regarding what LG showed and what LG is planning for the year ahead. We will continue to be adding new releases and innovation to the blog this week.

CES was a great success for us, not only because we got to show off a range of our amazing new releases, but also because we won 15 prestigious CES  innovation awards, including ‘Best of’ recognition in the online audio/video content category.’

LG’s honorees for the 2010 International CES are: (Please note that not all of these will be launched in the UK.)

Eco-Design and Sustainable Technology

• 47-inch class* LG INFINIA LE8500 Full LED Slim LCD HDTV (47LE8500) – Wireless-ready Full LED Slim HDTV that offers a single-layer design combined with an energy saving technology including Local Dimming, environmentally friendlier and recyclable materials and LG’s Intelligent Sensor function.

Video Displays

• 47-inch class* LG INFINIA LE8500 Full LED Slim LCD HDTV (47LE8500) – Full HD 1080p HDTV featuring uni-layer design with a slim bezel, Full LED Slim technology with Local Dimming, TruMotion 240Hz and THX Display Certification. Also includes NetCast™ Entertainment Access for limitless entertainment content options**, DLNA, wireless broadband capabilities, two USB ports and is wireless HD ready.
• 47-inch class* LG INFINIA Full LED Slim LCD HDTV (47LE9500) – Full HD 1080p HDTV featuring uni-layer design with ultra-slim (8.5MM) bezel, Full LED Slim technology with Local Dimming, TruMotion 480Hz and THX Display Certification. Also includes NetCast Entertainment Access for limitless entertainment content options**, DLNA, wireless broadband capabilities, two USB ports and is wireless HD ready.

Online Audio/Video Content

• · 47-inch class* LG INFINIA Full LED Slim LCD HDTV (47LE9500) – Wireless-ready HDTV that incorporates a dramatic new design and offers consumers a limitless entertainment experience through NetCast Entertainment Access**.  Also features Full LED Slim technology with Local Dimming, TruMotion 480Hz and THX Display Certification. (Best of Innovations for this category)

• 47-inch class* LG INFINIA Wireless-ready LED Plus LCD HDTV (47LE7500) – Combines contemporary design with wireless connectivity and access to thousands of entertainment options with NetCast Entertainment Access**.  
• 47-inch class* LG INFINIA Wireless-ready LED Plus LCD HDTV (47LE7500) – Combines contemporary design with wireless connectivity and access to thousands of wireless entertainment options with NetCast Entertainment Access**.  LED Plus technology with Local Dimming, TruMotion 120Hz and THX Display Certification.
• Wi-Fi Network Blu-ray Disc Player with Media Library (BD590) – Features a Media Library using an integrated 250GB HDD, allowing consumers to download and save movies from the VUDU movie service, archive their personal CD collection with the convenient Music ID feature powered by Gracenote, as well as save and view personal movies and photos.

Video Components

• 60-inch class* Slim Bezel Plasma HDTV (60PK550) – Full HD 1080p series features TruSlim Frame and slim profile for a clean, modern look and one of the world’s slimmest bezels at just 0.9 inches.  Also incorporates an Anti-Reflection Filter, Dual XD Engine, a “Skin Glass” system, TruMotion 600Hz, Intelligent Sensor technology for energy savings and USB 2.0 for additional content viewing options.
• Wi-Fi Network Blu-ray Disc Player with Media Library (BD590) – Features a Media Library using an integrated 250GB HDD, allowing consumers to download and save movies from the VUDU movie service, archive their personal CD collection with the convenient Music ID feature powered by Gracenote, as well as save and view personal movies and photos.

Audio Components

• Blu-ray Home Theater (LHB335) – A Network Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System featuring Pure HD audio performance, including Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Advanced Digital Out, LG’s NetCast Entertainment Access and a stylish design that can integrate with any décor.

Home Networking

• Wireless Network Blu-ray Disc Player (BD570) – Combines a sleek crystal-edge design, great Blu-ray performance and NetCast Entertainment Access for a superior home entertainment experience.
• Network Attached Storage (N2B1) – Network Storage device with built-in Blu-ray drive allows consumers to safely store and securely share multiple files.

High Performance Audio

• Wireless Home Theater System (HB994PK) – Wireless Blu-ray Home Theater System combines wireless transmission technology with enhanced audio quality for an immersive Blu-ray home theater system offering nearly unlimited entertainment options through NetCast Entertainment Access**.

Home Appliances

• Upright Bag-less Vacuum Cleaner (VF7911CW) – Features a motorized dust compression system to help make homes cleaner. The dust compresses into a cube so that the dust dosn’t spray everywhere when it is taken out of the machine.
• 4-Door Bottom Freezer Refrigerator (LMX28994ST) – Offers ultimate convenience and organization with auto open/close freezer drawers and an innovative upper freezer drawer that converts from a freezer to refrigerator compartment.

Mobile Phones

• LG eXpo (GW 820) – The first 1GHZ processor smart phone in the United States. The 1. 8 ounce mobile phone is the first phone in the North America to support an optional integrated Pico projector. The Pico Projector snaps onto the back of the device and allows users to share presentations, slideshows and even online videos straight from their mobile phone.  Loaded with Windows Mobile® 6.5 Professional to help power users stay more connected with email, calendar and Microsoft® Office Mobile and features a 5.0 mega pixel camera with built-in auto flash.

LG ends CES with 15 awards is a post from: LG Blog

Skinny LG TVs @ CES: any thinner and they’d be virtual! is a post from: LG Blog

WOW WOW WOW!!!!! is a post from: LG Blog

Check out T3′s sneak peek!

Take a sneak peek CES showcase! is a post from: LG Blog

When we arrived this morning for the LG press conference people were queuing  all through the Venetian Hotel to get in! The room was literally bursting full of people, and many couldn’t get in, in fact it turned into a “one in, one out” scenario! There were camera men, global journalists and tech fanatics all desperate to hear about LG’s new launches. We really felt the energy behind LG’s innovations and ever growing success stories – it felt great to be a part of it and we’re really excited about what this must mean for LG in 2010.

There is no doubt that the new LG products are pushing boundaries and are so exciting that everyone wants a piece of it!  LG announced that they are to launch 70 TVs this year – and that’s JUST TVs!!! Not to mention the other LG products in the pipeline…Just look at the photos to see what we mean!

LG CES press conference bursting at the seams!! is a post from: LG Blog

Today we got to see for the first time the new family of Infinia premium viewing TVs. This range includes Full LED Slim TVs and accessories. The Full LED Slim TVs work with “detailed local dimming of up to 240 addressable segments, resulting in an HDTV that provides deeper black levels and uniform picture quality – this typically can not be achieved on an ultra-thin set.” (This basically means far better contrast between dark and light.) Aside from OLED, these puppies really are the crème de la crème of TV viewing for the year ahead:

• All have wireless Internet connectivity
• All are HDTVs and will allow HD content on whichever platform suits the viewer: Freeview HD, Freesat, Satellite or cable plus Sky’s new 3D service
• The majority is single layer – which means no external plastic frame/bezel
• All have a slim design, seamless connectivity and limitless content options
• The Full LED 9 series are a super thin 2.3cm/0.92″ depth (see pictures!!)
• The Infinia range will be available from April 2010 and also includes other premium LED and Plasma models

Movie of Infinia Full LED TV 9 series

LG announce launch of new Infinia TVs is a post from: LG Blog

T3 here

techradar here

More to come…

T3 & Techradar covering exclusive LG content is a post from: LG Blog

Woop Woop!!

It can sound a bit dubious when big companies pledge to “constantly deliver amazing experiences”…and on a blog that is written for LG, you may raise an eyebrow upon the claim. However, we truly believe that this is what LG aims to do. LG aims to please, or deliver an excellent experience at whatever point you encounter them or their products.  Whether this is through events such as their F1 sponsorship, F1 Rocks (the music show), or the amazing new LG Arena … or, of course, through the adventurous products that LG launches.

Today lived up to that promise… while we wait in anticipation for more news on LG’s new range of TVs, the much anticipated 3D TV, new launches in the Home Appliance category and perhaps a rumoured watch phone 2, LG took us for a Life’s Good experience that I certainly won’t forget.

We headed to the sand dunes that lie on the outskirts of Las Vegas for an afternoon of Dune Buggying, and boy, was Life Good doing that!! (I’ve been in America a day and I am starting to sound like an American)…. Controlling the oversteer, shimmying through sand dunes and getting air at the top of 15ft sand mounds was about as good as it gets. All the while looking back towards the hyper-reality that is Vegas. (Thanks LG)

It’s easy to have some form of existential crisis while out here – is everything real or not real??.. Talking of hyper reality, if anyone has seen the incredible Avatar film at a 3D cinema, then you won’t be disappointed to hear, that you could have the same 3D viewing experience courtesy of LG sometime this year. Sky+ should be launching their 3D channel potentially in time to show Avatar as one of their first 3D films, and lets hope the LG 3D TV will launch in time for this too. Get surround sound with that and you won’t need to go to the cinema ever again… or perhaps even Vegas…actually no, let’s not take it too far!

In the meantime, don’t forget you can get exclusive Avatar content on the HD cinema viewing style screen on the new LG Chocolate  BL140 phone. I’ve seen it and it truly does deliver wicked viewing quality.

More news to follow…..

When LG launches its 3D TV, you could watch films like Avatar at home imax style!

Brilliant Experiences: Dune Buggying & 3D TV is a post from: LG Blog

CES Las Vegas 2010 is a post from: LG Blog

It’s been a brilliant 2009 for LG and it seems an apt time to look back at some of the highlights from this year!

We started the year on a high, winning the CES Innovations Award for the LH9500 LCD HDTV.

In February, we welcomed Marc from Coolest Gadgets to be our man on the scene covering MWC in Barcelona. It was the official launch of the Arena KM900, our first phone to include LG’s 3D S-Class user interface (UI) and we got to see a live video call on the LG GD910 watch phone to none other than Microsoft’s Steve Ballmer.

In March, we were ecstatic to be awarded 2 awards at the 15th annual Mobile News Awards for Best Manufacturer and Most Innovative Product. There were more awards to follow as we won 4 EISA Awards in August, including the Green Mobile Phone Award for the Arena KM900.

In April-May, we showcased a range of products at Grand Designs Live, Ideal Home Show and The Gadget Show, before launching three new TVs in September at IFA 2009 in Berlin. These TVs feature LG’s Seamless design and are supported by our current TV advert which you can watch here or on our YouTube channel at any time.

Also in September, LG made its fifth appearance at London Fashion Week as its official consumer electronics provider. We enlisted the help of Fashion blogger Miggy, who documented the shows with the latest phone in our Black Label Series, the Chocolate BL40, which was launched at a very stylish event at the Design Museum.

It’s been a busy few months towards the end of the year, with blogger events and launches galore. We had an amazing time at London Freeze and the Avatar World Premiere, and a lovely time at Adam Street discussing the latest handsets, including the Pop GD510, GD910 watch phone, GW520, GM750 Windows Phone, Chocolate BL20 and eagerly awaited GW620, LG’s first Android Phone.

We are excited to reveal our plans for next year, including more from the Android Phone and 3DTV, but have to remain tight-lipped for the timebeing I’m afraid!

In the meantime, we will be enjoying the festive period and probably indulging in one too many mince pies and Quality Streets! Check out this cool yuletide Twitter visualiser to see what others are saying about Christmas this year.

Thanks for all of your continued support and feedback this year and we look forward to seeing you in 2010.

The LG Blog’s Christmas Message is a post from: LG Blog

2009 LCD TV range

LH9500 Slim Wireless LED Backlight HDTV (55-inch). - Available in UK during the second half of 2009.
A CES 2009 Innovations honouree, LG’s LH9500 offers superior picture quality with an elegant ultra-slim design – less than one-inch thick at its thinnest point. Unlike other slim LED HDTVs that use “edge” lighting, LG’s LH9500 uses a full array of LED backlights which employ local dimming technologies for precise picture control, resulting in deeper blacks, wide colour gamut and smoother motion, achieving 200Hz performance which delivers an exceptional, natural picture with vivid colour and ultra-fast motion picture response times.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p via Uncompressed Wireless Transmission from AV media box
• TruMotion 200 Hz
• LED backlighting with Local Dimming
• 2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• 24p Real Cinema (5:5 Pulldown)
• Intelligent Sensor
• ISFccc Ready
• 4 HDMI version.1.3 with Deep Colour
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG, MP3 Playback)
• LG SimpLink™ (HDMI-CEC)
• Smart Energy Saving
• LG Core Technologies

LH7000 HD Ready 1080p LCD TV series (47-, 42-, 37-, and 32-inch):
A stylish sequel to the popular 2008 LG Scarlet LCD TV range. The LH7000 series features one of the worlds slimmest designs measuring 39.7 mm in depth.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p
• TruMotion 100Hz
• Integrated Bluetooth technology
• ISFccc Ready
• Intelligent Sensor
• 24p Real Cinema (5:5 Pulldown)
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback/DivX HD)
• 4 HDMI V.1.3 With Deep Colour
• Smart Energy Saving (Energy Saving Trust recommended)
• LG Core Technologies

LH5000 HD Ready 1080p LCD TV series (47-, 42-, 37-, and 32-inch):
• HD Ready 1080p
• TruMotion 200Hz (32-inch 100Hz)
• ISFccc Ready
• Intelligent Sensor
• 24p Real Cinema (5:5 Pulldown)
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback/ DivX HD)
• 4 HDMI V.1.3 With Deep Colour
• Smart Energy Saving (Energy Saving Trust recommended)
• LG Core Technologies

LH4000 HD Ready 1080p LCD TV series (47-, 42-, 37-, 32-inch):
The LH4000 series offers consumers an exceptional viewing and listening experience with a sleek exterior and unique Invisible Speaker System. With TruMotion 100 Hz technology, motion blur is reduced for a more natural viewing experience at almost any viewing angle.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p
• 3 HDMI™ version.1.3 with Deep Colour
• Intelligent Sensor
• 24p Real Cinema (5:5 Pulldown)
• ISFccc Ready
• LG SimpLink™
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback)
• Smart Energy Saving
• LG Core Technologies

LH3000 HD Ready 1080p LCD TV series (47-, 42-, 37-, 32-inch):
The LH3000 series features LG’s four core technologies in a simple and elegant form while its Invisible Speakers give viewers crisp, rich sound quality without detracting from the TV’s overall look.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p
• ISFccc Ready
• LG SimpLink™
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback)
• 24p Real Cinema (3:2 Pulldown)
• 3 HDMI™ version.1.3 with Deep Colour
• Smart Energy Saving (Energy Saving Trust recommended)
• Super IPS Panel Technology

LH2000 LCD HDTV series (42-, 37-, 32-, 26-, 22-, 19-inch)
Key features include:

• HD Ready – 1366 x 768
• 2 HDMI™ version.1.3 with Deep Colour
• ISFccc Ready
• Smart Energy Saving (Energy Saving Trust recommended)
• LG SimpLink ™ (32-inch and above)
• LG Core Technologies (32-inch and above)

The 2009 LCD TV range also includes two designer small screen families. These stylish collections are designed with living in mind from dinky 19-inch screens to more substantial 26-inch TVs which fit neatly and effortlessly into any living space, be it kitchen, bedroom, entrance hall, home office or living room.

LU5000 LCD HDTV series (26-, 22-, and 19-inch):
Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p (26- and 22-inch)
• HD Ready (19-inch)
• Unique stylish design
• Energy Saving Trust recommended

LU4000 LCD HDTV series (22-, and 19-inch):
Key features include:

• HD Ready
• Unique stylish design
• Energy Saving Trust recommended

More from CES – LG’s 2009 LCD TVs is a post from: LG Blog

Three new plasma HDTV series use the latest generation of panel technology for improved brightness, reduced reflectivity and fast response time with 600Hz smooth motion (sub-field driving) for an incredible viewing experience. The 1080p series (PS6000 and PS8000) also features THX Display Certification providing accurate picture reproduction and a more immersive viewing experience.

The PS8000 series comes equipped with “THX Media Director,” a feature designed to simplify operation, ensuring optimised settings, use of product features and deliver a realistic entertainment experience, just as the director intended. THX Media Director enables movies, music and other digital media to communicate picture and sound settings directly to other compatible consumer electronics devices, dynamically configuring them for the ultimate playback experience.

PS8000 HD Ready 1080p Plasma TV series (60- and 50-inch)
The PS8000 series features a unique single-layer design that gives the appearance of a pane of glass.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p
• THX Display Certification
• THX Media Director
• 600Hz Smooth Motion (sub-field driving)
• 4 HDMI version 1.3 with Deep Colour
• ISFccc ready
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback)
• LG SimpLink™ Connectivity
• Smart Energy Saving
• LG Core Technologies
• Super Bright Panel

PS6000 HD Ready 1080p Plasma TV series (50-inch)
The PS6000 series features a unique single-layer design that gives the appearance of a pane of glass and offers consumers a variety of bezel colours to match their home décor.

Key features include:
• HD Ready 1080p
• THX Display Certification
• Super Bright Panel
• 600Hz Smooth Motion (sub-field driving)
• 4 HDMI version 1.3 with Deep Colour
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback)
• Smart Energy Saving
• LG SimpLink™ Connectivity
• LG Core Technologies

PQ3000 Plasma HDTV series (50- and 42-inch)
The PQ3000 series of plasmas offer consumers crisp picture and sound quality for those looking for maximum value in a cost-effective package.

Key features include:
• HD Ready
• 600Hz Smooth Motion (sub-field driving)
• 3 HDMI version 1.3 with Deep Colour
• USB 2.0 for access to digital music and photos (JPEG / MP3 Playback)
• Auto Volume Leveler II
• Smart Energy Saving
• LG SimpLink™ Connectivity
• LG Core Technologies

More from CES – LG’s 2009 Plasma TV range is a post from: LG Blog

So, without further ado, we’d like to introduce…

LG’s ultimate Blu-ray home cinematic experience:

HB954PB

HB354BS

The HB954PB and the HB354BS are two new Blu-ray home cinema systems that have been designed to create the art of perfect home entertainment, with a combination of leading Blu-ray technology, BD Live and specially tuned audio by Mr Mark Levinson. BD Live allows viewers to download and unlock extra content from their Blu-ray discs, such as bonus features, deleted scenes and gag reels – movies are brought to life with crisper, high definition-rich colours.

LG Blu-ray player brings the hidden story into your living room

BD370

BD37

The LG BD370 is a Blu-ray player that features video on demand powered by YouTube combined with BD Live.
Consumers are given an all-access pass to the most popular online videos to enjoy on the sofa with friends and family. With simple and easy navigation, LG gives consumers the power to choose entertainment that is not just confined to Blu-ray and DVD.

Audacious Audio

HT33S

PC 14

The LG HT33S and the PC14 are two stylish additions to its home audio series that are specially designed to complement any modern home. The PC14 is a sexy iPod docking station, with an Emotional Red Dimmer that beats to the sound of your social life, while the HT33S is a compact home cinema system, ideal for smaller rooms, specially tuned by audio guru, Mr Mark Levinson.

(If you are attending CES, stop by the LG stand located at Booth #8214, Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Centre to find out more!)

LG at CES ’09 – New range of AV products announced is a post from: LG Blog