http://www.fonearena.com/blog The Mobile Blog Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:53:23 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45495/lg-teases-optimus-vu-android-smartphone-with-5-inch-display-and-43-aspect-ratio.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45495/lg-teases-optimus-vu-android-smartphone-with-5-inch-display-and-43-aspect-ratio.html#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:28:22 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45495 LG has posted a teaser video of their new Android Smartphone, Optimus Vu that would come with  a 5-inch display with 4:3 aspect ratio. This would have 1024 x 768 pixels IPS display and powered by 1.5GHz dual-core processor according to Datacider. It would run on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. It is also said to come with an 8-megapixel camera, 1GB RAM, 8GB ROM and NFC support. This would come with LTE support and is expected to launch in Korea in Q1 2012. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pinvuidqgDw   Via: The Verge | Source: LG Korea, Datacider ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45495/lg-teases-optimus-vu-android-smartphone-with-5-inch-display-and-43-aspect-ratio.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45382/idc-mobile-phone-market-q4-2011-nokia-samsung-and-apple-top-mobile-phone-vendors-by-shipments.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45382/idc-mobile-phone-market-q4-2011-nokia-samsung-and-apple-top-mobile-phone-vendors-by-shipments.html#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:29:17 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45382 Nokia, Samsung and Apple are the leading Mobile vendors by shipments in Q4 2011 and for the whole 2011, according to a report by Research Firm IDC (International Data Corporation). The worldwide mobile phone market grew 6.1% year over year in the Q4 2011 with shipments of 427.4 million which is 6.1% more compared to 402.8 million units in the Q4 2010. The feature phone market continue to decline in Asia/Pacific regions such as China, India, and Indonesia and the Android Market is dominated by Samsung, HTC and LG in these regions. The table below that indicates the Worldwide Mobile shipments based on the total unit shipments and market share in Q4 2011. Nokia and Samsung holds the top spots, and Apple jumped into the 3rd spot globally from the 5th spot last quarter by pushing LG and ZTE back. They were in 4th spot in Q2 . Both the Nokia and LG has less shipments and the market share has also decreased compared to the 4th quarter of 2010. Apple has 8.7% market share with record-breaking shipments in the quarter. While looking at the shipments for the whole 2011, Nokia, Samsung and Apple are the top vendors by shipments. The Market Share ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45382/idc-mobile-phone-market-q4-2011-nokia-samsung-and-apple-top-mobile-phone-vendors-by-shipments.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45372/lg-to-introduce-triple-sim-phone-devices-in-russia.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45372/lg-to-introduce-triple-sim-phone-devices-in-russia.html#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:10:03 +0000 Ajit Pillai http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45372 Most of the handset makers stick with the traditional single sim phones, there are only a few top handset makers who have introduced dual sim phones some of them are Samsung and Motorola, manufacturer still do not prefer coming out with dual sim phones but LG has gone one step further and will now be bringing out a triple sim device. There might be some people who will have three different phones, to handle business calls, personal calls and other work, well if you are one of them then this device is yours. This device will appeal only to some people and we are hearing that this device will only be launched in Russia. I guess LG has done their research and came out with a result that the rate of a single person in Russia using 3 sim cards is more. Well whether it is a good move or not I am sure this is a pretty bold and unique move by LG. The device does not look that great, it is named as the A290 with a 2.2" screen, 1.3 MP camera and a 1500 mAh battery. With a look at its specs we can see that this device will be used only for ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45372/lg-to-introduce-triple-sim-phone-devices-in-russia.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45344/lg-set-to-unveil-first-triple-sim-handset-next-month.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45344/lg-set-to-unveil-first-triple-sim-handset-next-month.html#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:31:19 +0000 Dhruv Bhutani http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45344 Dual SIM phones have been quite popular in emerging markets and among users requiring the use of two numbers on a single handset but triple SIM phones haven't found much of a market yet. Marketed by a few Chinese manufacturers , we've yet to see large scale adoption of the tech by the larger OEMs. This is set to change as LG unveils its first triple SIM handset next month. The specs include a 2.2-inch display with a resolution of 176x220 pixels, a 1.3-megapixel camera with flashlight, and a 1500 mAh battery. It remains to be seen if the phone can actually use all SIM cards at the same time. The phone will be available in Russia starting February for approximately €75. [Via] ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45344/lg-set-to-unveil-first-triple-sim-handset-next-month.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45329/lg-optimus-l3-e400-new-android-smartphone-up-for-pre-order-in-sweden.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45329/lg-optimus-l3-e400-new-android-smartphone-up-for-pre-order-in-sweden.html#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:47:45 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45329 LG Optimus L3 E400, a new unannounced Android smartphone is on pre-order from a online retailer in Sweden. It comes with a 3.2-inch (240 x 320 pixels) display and runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The phone has a unique design and looks like a mid-ranger device according to the specs. It also comes with a 3MP camera, 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, FM Radio, 3.5mm headset jack, and MicroSD card support (up to 32GB). It is priced at 1,290 Swedish kronor (US$ 191) in Sweden and comes in Black, and White colors. There are no details about the processor, memory and the battery. Let's wait for the official announcement from LG. It might also be announced at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2012. Via: GSM Arena   ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45329/lg-optimus-l3-e400-new-android-smartphone-up-for-pre-order-in-sweden.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45283/lg-prada-3-0-hitting-uk-shelves-tomorrow.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45283/lg-prada-3-0-hitting-uk-shelves-tomorrow.html#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:54:56 +0000 Sandeep http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45283 Earlier, we had brought you the news that the LG PRADA 3.0 is set to arrive in UK sometime in early February. However it now seems that the phone will arrive earlier than expected. According toPhones4U, the phone will be available for purchase starting tomorrow (Friday, 27th January 2012). Phones4U have been known to provide handsets a few days before other retailers sell it, they did the same with the Galaxy S II. You will be required to sign a contract though.A range of plans and operators are available to choose from including Orange, Vodafone and O2. If you wish to get the handset free of charge, the lowest monthly package is for 31 GBP. The handset is expected to be available unlocked starting sometime in February. source | via ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45283/lg-prada-3-0-hitting-uk-shelves-tomorrow.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45263/lg-optimus-lte-shipments-exceed-1-million-globally.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45263/lg-optimus-lte-shipments-exceed-1-million-globally.html#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:08:31 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45263 LG has announced that they have shipped 1 million units of Optimus LTE, their first phone to come with LTE support and HD display. They announced the Optimus LTE in Korea last October for SK Telecom (SKT) and LG U+ that was popular from the first day in Korea that sold 5,000 units on the first day of the launch. It shipped over 600,000 units in Korea alone, 100 days after the launch. They launched the LG Optimus LTE L-01D in Japan last month that was also available in a unique red color and NFC support. They sold over 8,500 units in the first day of the launch and it is gaining popularity among the customers. The phone comes with a 4.5-inch True HD (1280 x 720 pixels) IPS 500-nit display with 329 PPI and boasts 1.5 GHz dual-core processor. It runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread that is updgradable to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. They launched the phone last week as LG Spectrum for Verizon in USA. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45263/lg-optimus-lte-shipments-exceed-1-million-globally.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45230/lg-optimus-3d-successor-leaked.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45230/lg-optimus-3d-successor-leaked.html#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:27:41 +0000 Asad Rafi http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45230 Last week, LG officially announced their new Android powered tablet which is known as the LG Optimus Pad LTE, featuring a 8.9 Inch True HD IPS display and many other goodies. We also had a little sneak peak of LG Optimus 2 and now it seems LG is planning to launch the successor to their famous device known as LG Optimus 3D. Our friends over at PocketNow managed to get their hands on the leaked shot of a LG phone codenamed as "CX2", and it's possible that this phone is successor to Optimus 3D. What we know right now is that the device will be officially announced next month at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, where a lot of other mobile phone manufacturers will be showing their masterpieces. About the specs, it's rumored that this device will be featuring a 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Texas Instruments processor, LG's Nova Display with 3D capability, a 5-megapixel camera(also capable of taking 3D photos), 8GB of storage, Bluetooth 3.0, NFC and support for 21Mbps HSPA+ networks. Now the sad news, the device will be running on Android 2.3 rather than the Ice Cream Sandwich, but as it's a rumor, so just take it with a ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45230/lg-optimus-3d-successor-leaked.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45141/lg-optimus-pad-lte-with-8-9-inch-true-hd-ips-display-and-1-5-ghz-dual-core-processor-announced.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45141/lg-optimus-pad-lte-with-8-9-inch-true-hd-ips-display-and-1-5-ghz-dual-core-processor-announced.html#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:38:49 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=45141 LG has announced their first LTE tablet, LG Optimus Pad LTE that features a 8.9-inch ( 1280 x 768 pixels) True HD IPS in Korea. It is powered by 1.5 GHz Qualcomm dual-core / dual channel processor and runs on Android 3.2 (Honeycomb). It has 8MP camera with Full HD video recording, flash and BIS sensor, 2MP front facing camera. It is 9.34mm thick and weighs 479g. Other features include, LTE, HDMI out, WiFi with DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) support, Bluetooth, T-DMB support t, 32GB expandable memory and 6800 mAh battery.It also comes with smart movie editor for video and image editing,Web Duet social platform, On Screen Phone function that is compatible with LG smartphones. The LG Optimus Pad LTE would be first available in South Korea from LGU+. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/45141/lg-optimus-pad-lte-with-8-9-inch-true-hd-ips-display-and-1-5-ghz-dual-core-processor-announced.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44972/lg-and-capcom-brings-street-fighter-iv-hd-to-android-launches-lg-cup-global-championship.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44972/lg-and-capcom-brings-street-fighter-iv-hd-to-android-launches-lg-cup-global-championship.html#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:29:48 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44972 LG has already announced that they would team up with Capcom to bring Street Fighter IV HD to LG android smartphone. This game is now available from the exclusively at LG SmartWorld application market place on the LG Nitro HD in the US and the LG Optimus LTE in Japan and Korea. These phones have True HD IPS display that would make the game play more interesting. The have also announced a LG Cup STREET FIGHTER IV HD Global Championship. The registrations began on the official site from December 21, and the 3-week preliminary rounds will be live webcasted and broadcasted over cable after the quarterfinals. Participants can stand a chance to win up to US$ 17,500 in prize money. The final will be held in February, and the exhibition matches of world-renowned professional gamers will also take place during the event. Participants can choose to enter the Android version running on LG Optimus LTE in full HD or on the console (XBOX 360). ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44972/lg-and-capcom-brings-street-fighter-iv-hd-to-android-launches-lg-cup-global-championship.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44970/microsoft-signs-patent-agreement-with-lg-for-android-and-chrome-devices.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44970/microsoft-signs-patent-agreement-with-lg-for-android-and-chrome-devices.html#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:53:27 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44970 Microsoft has announced that they have signed a patent licensing agreement with LG that covers LG mobile phones, tablets and other electronics running on Android and Chrome OS Platform.  Microsoft has already signed agreement with others Android and Chrome OS OEMs such as  HTC, Samsung and Acer and 7 others, and LG is the 11th company to join the club. More than 70 percent of the Android phones sold in the United States are now covered by such agreements according to Microsoft and it would also earn revenue for them. Microsoft and LG Sign Patent Agreement Covering Android and Chrome OS Based Devices Agreement provides broad coverage under Microsoft’s patent portfolio. REDMOND, Wash. — Jan. 12, 2012— Microsoft Corp. and LG Electronics have signed a patent agreement that provides broad coverage under Microsoft’s patent portfolio for LG’s tablets, mobile phones and other consumer devices running the Android or Chrome OS Platform. The contents of the agreement have not been disclosed. “We are pleased to have built upon our longstanding relationship with LG to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. Together with our 10 previous agreements with Android and Chrome OS device manufacturers, including HTC, Samsung and Acer, this agreement with LG means that more than 70 percent of ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44970/microsoft-signs-patent-agreement-with-lg-for-android-and-chrome-devices.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44870/lg-spectrum-with-lte-and-true-hd-display-coming-to-verzion-on-january-19-for-199-99.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44870/lg-spectrum-with-lte-and-true-hd-display-coming-to-verzion-on-january-19-for-199-99.html#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:07:04 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44870 LG has announced Spectrum, a new Android phone with LTE support for Verzion. It comes with 4.5-inch True HD (1280 x 720 pixels) IPS 500-nit display with 329 PPI and Real-Stripe RGB pixels offer users clear viewing in direct sunlight and accurate true-to-life color rendering and is also scratch-resistant since it has Gorilla Glass. It is powered by 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread (updgradable to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich). It has 8MP camera with LED flash with 1080p video recording and 1.3MP secondary camera. Other features include, LTE support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v3.0, 16 GB eMMC with support for up to 32 GB microSD card, Smart Share, HDMI mirroring via MHL. It comes with ESPN's ScoreCenter app that offers 720p high-definition sports feed over LTE or Wi-Fi. The LG Spectrum would be available on January 19 in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online for $199.99 with a new two-year customer agreement. via: Engadget ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44870/lg-spectrum-with-lte-and-true-hd-display-coming-to-verzion-on-january-19-for-199-99.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44778/lg-prada-3-0-price-revealed-for-uk-coming-early-february.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44778/lg-prada-3-0-price-revealed-for-uk-coming-early-february.html#comments Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:48:27 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44778 LG unveiled the PRADA 3.0, their first PRADA phone to run on Android last month and it launched in Korea last week. The Clove UK, online retail site has confirmed that the device would be available by early February. It features 4.3 inch (800 x 480 pixels) NOVA Plus display with 800-nit brightness. It is powered by 1.0 GHz Dual core processor with Dual Channel architecture and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) that is up-gradable to Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich. It is just 8.5 mm thick and comes with 8 GB eMMC that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD, 1GB RAM, 8 MP autofocus camera, 3.5mm Headset Jack  and 1540 mAh Battery. The LG PRADA 3.0 is now available for pre-order at £429.99 (US$ 663) (£358.33 excluding VAT) from Clove UK and the  first stock would be available starting February 6. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44778/lg-prada-3-0-price-revealed-for-uk-coming-early-february.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44720/44720.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44720/44720.html#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:13:58 +0000 Ajit Pillai http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44720 LG Optimus One was the most sold device bu LG last year and they have decided to revive the series with the Optimus 2, the specifications of the device don't look that great but comes with Gingerbread and will be releasing at a very cheap price. It will also be showcased at CES next weak. LG updated it's device page to include the Optimus 2 and officially confirm that that this device exists. It has a 3.2 MP camera a 3.2" display and an 800 MHz processor. I had a powerful device in mind when I heard about the Optimus 2, but this does not look like a very big update from the Optimus One . Well I hope to know more about this device in CES. Source: Phandroid ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44720/44720.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44598/lg-prada-3-0-now-available-in-korea-hitting-europe-in-january.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44598/lg-prada-3-0-now-available-in-korea-hitting-europe-in-january.html#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:34:16 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44598 LG unveiled the PRADA 3.0, their 3rd generation PRADA phone  in collaboration with LG earlier this month. The PRADA 3.0 is also the first PRADA phone to run on Android. The phone is now available for Korean customers. It features 4.3 inch  (800 x 480 pixels) NOVA Plus display with 800-nit brightness. It is powered by 1.0 GHz Dual core processor with Dual Channel architecture and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) that is up-gradable to Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich. This phone is just 8.5 mm thick and comes with 8 GB eMMC that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD, 8 MP autofocus camera and 1540 mAh Battery. The LG PRADA 3.0 would be available in most European countries and other parts of Asia in January. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44598/lg-prada-3-0-now-available-in-korea-hitting-europe-in-january.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44555/lg-to-roll-out-android-ice-cream-sandwich-update-starting-q2-2012.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44555/lg-to-roll-out-android-ice-cream-sandwich-update-starting-q2-2012.html#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:08:29 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44555 LG has announced on their Official Facebook page that they would start rolling the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update starting Q2 2012. They already confirmed the Ice Cream Sandwich update for the LG Optimus 2x, Optimus Black, Optimus 3D and Optimus LTE devices last month. The LG Optimus LTE, Prada phone by LG 3.0, LG Optimus 2X, LG Optimus Sol, LG my Touch Q and the LG Eclipse would be the first LG smartphones that would receive Android 4.0 in Q2 2012. The LG Optimus 3D, LG Optimus Black, LG Optimus Big,LG Optimus Q2 and the LG Optimus EX would get the Ice Cream Sandwich update in Q3 2012. The exact date might vary based on the country and the carrier. They also said that the exact dates would be announced before the update starts rolling out. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44555/lg-to-roll-out-android-ice-cream-sandwich-update-starting-q2-2012.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44450/lg-optimus-net-dual-sim-and-lg-optimus-sol-price-revealed-for-india.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44450/lg-optimus-net-dual-sim-and-lg-optimus-sol-price-revealed-for-india.html#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 06:28:18 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44450 The LG Optimus Net Dual SIM (P698) and the LG Optimus Sol has been priced in India and now available for pre-order from the online retailer Letsbuy. LG announced the LG Optimus Net in July and later said that it would come with Dual SIM support in 30 European countries. The Dual SIM version went on sale in Russia last month as LG Optimus Link. The single SIM LG Optimus Net was launched in India last month. LG announced the Optimus Sol in August. The LG Optimus Net Dual SIM (P698) has similar features as the single SIM version but it's a bit thicker. It comes with a 3.2-inch (320 x 480 pixels) display. It comes with LG SmartShare function allows easy sharing of content with other DLNA-friendly devices. It is 12.1mm thick and weighs 124.6g. It comes with 3MP camera, Wi-Fi, aGPS, FM radio, Bluetooth and expandable memory upto 32GB with Micro SD. It boasts a 1500mAh battery. The LG Optimus Sol has 3.8 inch (800x480 Pixels)  Ultra AMOLED capacitive touch screen display, 1GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 processor and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It is 9.8mm thick and comes with 5MP auto-focus camera, Wi-Fi b/g/n, aGPS, FM radio, Bluetooth v3.0 and expandable memory upto 32GB with Micro SD. It boasts a ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44450/lg-optimus-net-dual-sim-and-lg-optimus-sol-price-revealed-for-india.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44448/lg-optimus-hub-now-available-in-india-for-rs-12499.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44448/lg-optimus-hub-now-available-in-india-for-rs-12499.html#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 05:46:35 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44448 The LG Optimus Hub is now available for purchase from online retailer Letsbuy in India. LG announced it in September followed by the LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net that are already available in India. The LG Optimus Hub is said to be the successor of LG Optimus One, and it has 3.5 inch capacitive touch screen that is much brighter (550 nit). It runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) and features 800 MHz processor, 5MP camera and Wi-F Direct. Specifications of LG Optimus Hub 3.5 inch (320 × 480 pixels) 16M color capacitive touchscreen with Gorilla Glass Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) 11.9 mm thick and weighs 123 g 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM 7227T processor and Adreno 200 GPU 512 MB,150 MB internal memory that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD 5MP auto focus camera 3.5mm audio jack and FM Radio 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11n with DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0 and aGPS 1500 mAh battery that offers 4h talk time and 100h standby The LG Optimus Hub is now available from Letsbuy for Rs. 12499. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44448/lg-optimus-hub-now-available-in-india-for-rs-12499.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44366/lg-unveils-prada-3-0-android-phone-with-4-3-inch-nova-plus-display.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44366/lg-unveils-prada-3-0-android-phone-with-4-3-inch-nova-plus-display.html#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:33:24 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44366   LG has unveiled PRADA 3.0, their next phone in the PRADA range. They announce it would  be launched next year, but they launched it earlier. This device has PRADA's own elegant new design with 4.3 inch NOVA Plus display with 800-nit brightness. It has specially developed control concept with a unique menu and symbols in black, gray and white. It is powered by 1.0 GHz Dual core processor and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) that is up-gradable to Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich. Specifications of LG PRADA 3.0 4.3-inch (800 x 480 pixels) NOVA Plus display Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) 8.5 mm thick 1 GHz Dual-Core/Dual channel OMAP4430 processor 8 GB eMMC that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD 8 MP autofocus camera 3G HSPA+ 21 Mbps, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0 +HS, USB 2.0 1540 mAh Battery The LG PRADA accessories such as docking station and a Bluetooth headset with PRADA logo would also be available. It is expected to be available early 2012. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44366/lg-unveils-prada-3-0-android-phone-with-4-3-inch-nova-plus-display.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44351/lg-optimus-lte-l-01d-arrives-in-japan-available-in-red-color-and-with-nfc-support-on-ntt-docomo.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44351/lg-optimus-lte-l-01d-arrives-in-japan-available-in-red-color-and-with-nfc-support-on-ntt-docomo.html#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:11:39 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44351 LG has launched the Optimus LTE L-01D in Japan. NTT Docomo already announced the LTE device in their NEXT series this October. LG announced the device for Korea this October and it launched earlier this month in US on  AT&T as LG Nitro HD. The LG Optimus LTE L-01D comes with a 4.5 inch (1280 x 720 pixels) True HD IPS display with 326 PPI and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It is powered by 1.5 GHz dual-core Qualcomm snapdragon processor and features an 8MP Auto focus camera with LED Flash, 1080p HD video recording and 1.3MP front facing camera. Other features include, 1GB RAM, 4GB eMMC and a 16GB microSD built-in that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n with DLNA support, Bluetooth v3.0, aGPS, HDMI and 1830mAh battery. Red colored LG Optimus LTE L-01D would be exclusively available for NTT Docomo customers along with the features such as 1seg digital TV and NFC (Near Field Communication). ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44351/lg-optimus-lte-l-01d-arrives-in-japan-available-in-red-color-and-with-nfc-support-on-ntt-docomo.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43576/samsung-galaxy-y-vs-lg-optimus-me-vs-micromax-a70.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43576/samsung-galaxy-y-vs-lg-optimus-me-vs-micromax-a70.html#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:14:31 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=43576 Here is the comparison between 3 low-end Android smartphones that are packed with features and also budget friendly. The Samsung Galaxy Y is the latest low end Android phone from Samsung that was launched in October. It packs in a powerful 832MHz Processor that is a plus for the price. The LG Optimus ME was showcased at MWC earlier this year and launched in India this April. The Micromax A70 is the successor of the Micromax's first Android phone, Micromax A60. The 5MP camera and secondary camera are its big plus. Let's get into the specs comparison. Phones Samsung Galaxy Y LG Optimus ME Micromax A70 Form Factor Full Touch BAR Full Touch BAR Full Touch BAR Dimenstions 104.0 x 58.0 x 11.5mm 108 x 57.5 x 12.2 mm 111mmx58mmx13.5mm Weight 97.5g 110g 85g Display 3 inch 262K, TFT Capacitive Touch 2.8 inch 262K, TFT Capacitive Touch 3.2 inch 262K, TFT Capacitive Touch Display Resolution 320 x 240 pixels 320 x 240 pixels 320 x 480 pixels Camera 2 MP 3 MP 5MP Video Recording QVGA at 15fps VGA at 24fps VGA Secondary Camera No No Yes, 0.3MP OS Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Android 2.2 (Froyo) Android 2.2 (Froyo) Processor 832 MHz 600 MHz 600 MHz RAM 256MB 256 MB 256 MB Internal Memory 160 MB 155 MB 4GB External Memory MicroSD up to 32GB MicroSD up to 32GB MicroSD up to 32GB FM Radio Yes with RDS Yes with RDS Yes 3G HSDPA 7.2 Mbps HSDPA 3.6 Mbps HSDPA 7.2 Mbps Bluetooth Yes, v3.0 Yes, v2.1 Yes, v2.1 USB 2.0 Yes Yes Yes Wi-Fi Yes Yes Yes GPS Yes, aGPS Yes, aGPS Yes, aGPS Battery 1,200mAh 1280mAh 1450 mAh Talk time up to ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43576/samsung-galaxy-y-vs-lg-optimus-me-vs-micromax-a70.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44082/box-net-offers-50-gb-free-storage-for-lg-android-devices.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44082/box-net-offers-50-gb-free-storage-for-lg-android-devices.html#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:11:23 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44082 Box.net has teamed up with LG to offer free 50GB Box personal accounts on all LG phones and tablets running Android OS 2.1 and above. Box.net lets you easily store files online, send big files fast, access content on your Android phone or tablet, and collaborate with others. Users can Just log into Box for Android on their LG Android device before March 31, 2012. They already offer 50GB free storage for the iPhone and iPad users through Box.net app till December 2, 2011. Download Box for Android from the Android Market to get free 50GB on your LG device. They also have plans to offer 50GB free storage for Sony Ericsson users in future. Read ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44082/box-net-offers-50-gb-free-storage-for-lg-android-devices.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/42140/lg-optimus-3d-review.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/42140/lg-optimus-3d-review.html#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:41:03 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=42140 Here is the FoneArena LG Optimus 3D (P920) review. The LG Optimus 3D is the world’s first smart phone with Tri-Dual (dual-core, dual-channel, dual-memory) architecture with the full 3D platform for glass free viewing, recording and sharing 3D content. It is powered by Android 2.2 (FroYo) and features 1GHz Dual-core Texas Instruments OMAP4430 processor. Features of the LG Optimus 3D GSM Quad Band , HSDPA 7.2 Mbps World’s first phone to comes with Tri Dual Technology Dual Core 1Ghz Texas Instruments OMAP4430 processor with PowerVR SGX540 GPU 4.3 inch (480x800 pixels) 3D Stereoscopic Capacitive touchscreen display Dual 5MP auto focus camera with LED Flash VGA video calling camera 1920x1080px Video playback , HDMI out and DLNA Android 2.2 with the update to 2.3 expected this fall 8GB memory, supports up to 32 GB MicroSD cards Bluetooth v2.1 , WiFi b/g/n , aGPS Browser with Adobe Flash Player 10.3 Stereo speakers FM Radio 1500 mAh 3.7 V battery Accelerometer , Gyro sensor Hardware The phone has great build quality which is sturdy to hold and sleek with just 11.9mm thickness. It has 4.3 inch (480 x 800 pixels) 3D LCD capacitive touchscreen and the screen is smooth and accurate while typing. The screen is too glossy, so it gets smudged due to your finger prints. You have the video calling ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/42140/lg-optimus-3d-review.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44019/lg-optimus-link-dual-sim-android-phone-now-shipping-in-russia.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44019/lg-optimus-link-dual-sim-android-phone-now-shipping-in-russia.html#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:48:39 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44019 LG announced the LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net this July. They have also announced that the LG Optimus Net would come with Dual SIM and NFC support (based on the carriers) in 30 European Markets by Summer. Now LG has announced on their LG Russia's Facebook page that the LG Optimus Link which is the European version of the LG Optimus Net with Dual SIM has started shipping in Russia. The LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net were recently launched in India. LG Optimus Link comes with 3.2-inch (480 x 320 pixels) display. It is powered by 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM7227T CPU and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It comes with LG SmartShare function allows easy sharing of content with other DLNA-friendly devices. It is 13.3mm thick and comes with 3MP camera, 3G HSDPA 3.6 Mbps, Wi-Fi b/g, aGPS, FM radio, Bluetooth 3.0, 150MB internal memory that is expandable memory upto 32GB with Micro SD and a 1500mAh battery. The LG Optimus Link is priced at 8990 Russian rubles (~US$ 286). ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44019/lg-optimus-link-dual-sim-android-phone-now-shipping-in-russia.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44012/lg-nitro-hd-with-720p-hd-display-and-4g-lte-gets-priced-at-249-99-for-att-usa.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44012/lg-nitro-hd-with-720p-hd-display-and-4g-lte-gets-priced-at-249-99-for-att-usa.html#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:31:57 +0000 Varun Krish http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44012 LG announced the Optimus LTE in Korea last month  which boasts of a 720p HD IPS Display and at that point LG did not plan to release the device in other markets. Looks like that has changed as LG launched the Optimus LTE in Canada earlier this month and now AT&T has announced that it is going to launch the the LG Nitro HD which seems like the carrier's variant of the Optimus LTE. The device packs a True HD AH-IPS (High Definition Advanced High Performance In-Plane Switching) 4.5 inch display with  329 pixels per inch. More details about the display technology here . It is powered by a 1.5GHz Processor and packs 20GB(4GB+16GB microSD ) internal memory. The Nitro HD packs a 8MP camera on the back.   Here is a official video overview of the device httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN1gZKGiO4M LG NitroHD Price and Availability The handset will be available on AT&T from December 4th and will retail for $249.99 with a 2 year contract. Availability might depend on the presence of the AT&T 4G network in the customer's area. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44012/lg-nitro-hd-with-720p-hd-display-and-4g-lte-gets-priced-at-249-99-for-att-usa.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44010/lg-confirms-android-4-0-ice-cream-sandwich-update-for-optimus-2x-optimus-black-and-optimus-3d.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44010/lg-confirms-android-4-0-ice-cream-sandwich-update-for-optimus-2x-optimus-black-and-optimus-3d.html#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:19:04 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=44010 The LG Optimus 2X, Optimus Black, Optimus 3D and the Optimus LTE would be the first LG devices that would get the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update confirms LG on their Facebook page. LG has just started rolling out Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) update for their Optimus 3D that brings lots of new camera features and for the Optimus 2x. They already confirmed the Gingerbread update for these devices last month for Europe on their Facebook page. The LG Optimus black still runs on the single core 1Ghz OMAP 3630 Processor but has better performance than other single core Android devices. They would add more devices to this list in December that would receive the Android 4.0 update based on the features, functionality and the performance of the device. There is no time frame when these devices would receive the update. Via: The Verge, Pocketnow ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/44010/lg-confirms-android-4-0-ice-cream-sandwich-update-for-optimus-2x-optimus-black-and-optimus-3d.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43408/lg-optimus-pro-c660-review.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43408/lg-optimus-pro-c660-review.html#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 04:42:49 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=43408 Here is the FoneArena review of the LG Optimus Pro. It is a touch screen Android phone with a QWERTY keyboard. It became official in July in Italy and was available in India last month. It is powered by 800 MHz processor and runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread). Hardware The phone has 2.3 inch (240 x 320 pixels) TFT capacitive touch screen display and a full QWERTY keyboard. The phone has nice curve shape and a good build quality. It is 12.9 mm thick and weighs 129g. There is a physical menu button, home button, back button and a search button below the display. The numbers are on the left on the QWERTY keyboard with an alt option to switch between alphabets and numbers / symbols. There are shortcut buttons on the last row of the keyboard for the upper case characters, browser, calendar and email. The delete key and the enter key are on the far right. The keyboard is not very comfortable to type if you have large fingers, but you can manage to get the words right if you have smaller fingers like me. The volume rocker is on the left side. The Micro USB port is on the right side. The power / lock button ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43408/lg-optimus-pro-c660-review.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43922/new-prada-phone-by-lg-coming-in-2012.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43922/new-prada-phone-by-lg-coming-in-2012.html#comments Thu, 24 Nov 2011 03:24:48 +0000 Varun Krish http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=43922 Luxury goods maker PRADA has extended it's partnership with handset maker LG for its next version of it's luxury phone which is expected to arrive in 2012. The two companies have been working together since 2006 and the partnership saw 2 new luxury handsets being launched under the PRADA brand. The PRADA by LG 1.0 sold over 1 million units and I'm sure the duo are looking forward to repeat history.Pic from the "signing ceremony below". Seems like brand logos and representatives got swapped or is that the norm ? PRADA AND LG SIGN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT CEMENTING PARTNERSHIP PRADA Phone by LG 3.0 to be launched in 2012; the collaboration has resulted in mobile phones with a strong identity SEOUL, Nov. 24, 2011 – PRADA and LG Electronics (LG) today renewed their exclusive mobile phone partnership at a signing ceremony in Seoul, Korea. Building on this partnership’s previous success, the two companies will develop the PRADA phone by LG 3.0, for launch in early 2012. Under this partnership, LG will be PRADA’s exclusive mobile phone partner. The collaboration, which began in 2006 and resulted in two premium mobile phones being introduced in 2007 and 2008, focuses on key elements within the smartphone, including ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43922/new-prada-phone-by-lg-coming-in-2012.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43893/lg-optimus-pro-and-optimus-net-officially-launched-in-india.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43893/lg-optimus-pro-and-optimus-net-officially-launched-in-india.html#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:51:14 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=43893 LG India has officially launched 2 new Android phones, LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net. These phones run on Android 2.3 and powered by 800 MHz CPU. The LG Optimus PRO has the combination of touch and QWERTY and features a unique Portrait Touch Screen that allows user to read and write up to 16 lines as compared to 8-10 lines in the normal screens. The QWERTY keypad with dedicated shortcuts will enable smartphone users to multitask. LG Optimus NET comes with Social +, unique social media aggregator which enables smartphone users to get updates, events of popular social networking portals in a widget on the home screen. The LG Optimus Pro has 2.8-inch capacitive touch portrait display,3MP camera, Wi-Fi, aGPS, FM radio and Bluetooth. It is 12.9mm thick and weighs 128g. It comes with a expandable memory upto 32GB with Micro SD. LG Optimus Net comes with 3.2-inch HVGA display. It comes with LG SmartShare function allows easy sharing of content with other DLNA-friendly devices. It is 11.7mm thick and comes with 3MP camera, Wi-Fi, aGPS, FM radio, Bluetooth and expandable memory upto 32GB with Micro SD. Both the Optimus Pro and Optimus Net boast 1500mAh battery. The LG Optimus Pro and ...]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43893/lg-optimus-pro-and-optimus-net-officially-launched-in-india.html/feed 0 http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43813/lg-optimus-2x-gingerbread-update-to-roll-out-this-month-in-india.html http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43813/lg-optimus-2x-gingerbread-update-to-roll-out-this-month-in-india.html#comments Fri, 18 Nov 2011 06:03:52 +0000 Srivatsan http://www.fonearena.com/blog/?p=43813 LG Optimus 2X would get the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) update this month says LG India in their Tweet. The LG Optimus 2X launched in India this April and it runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo). It was expected to be available in June or July but it got delayed. LG has officially confirmed earlier this week that the LG Optimus 3D would receive the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) along with lots of enhancements. They have already confirmed the update last month for Europe on their Facebook page. According to their tweet it will be available by the end of this month but the exact date and the new features are not available as of now. We will definitely keep you posted as we receive any information regarding it. ]]> http://www.fonearena.com/blog/43813/lg-optimus-2x-gingerbread-update-to-roll-out-this-month-in-india.html/feed 0