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Piggyback a Pico Projector on the LG eXpo

340x_lgexpoNeed a new smartphone that can keep up with your business needs and allow flexibility for applications, games and even multimedia? Then the newest from LG named eXpo is set to meet your expectations.

The LG eXpo is a new phone heading towards AT&T equipped with the latest Windows Mobile Professional 6.5 as its operating system which is a relief rather than having a featurephone OS. Having windows mobile on board means that you can view and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations wherever you go. You also have the liberty to install different applications ranging from making your phone into a flashlight to a group messaging device. Games too won’t be a problem since there are a lot intended for Windows Mobile and the Java capability expands the possibilities even further. The eXpo has a big 3.2 inch screen with 16M colors, a slide out keyboard for long e-mails and faster typing, and 5.0 megapixel camera to capture moments that matter most. A 1GHz processor keeps this baby working which is the first in the US making this phone probably one of the fastest in the market coupled with 7.2mbps HSPA capability making webpages render fast.

The biggest thing that this device could showcase is the ability to have a pico projector connected on its back for on the spot presentations that you can make with projection distance of up to 8 feet. Imagine editing your presentation on your phone and presenting it a few minutes later right on the same device. That could make a difference from closing a deal with potential partners and saying bye-bye to that Christmas wish list. The eXpo will sell on December 7 for $199.99 after mail-in rebates on a 2-year contract and the projector will sell for $179.99 separately.

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LG GD510 is the Smallest and Greenest Touch Screen Phone

If there’s one thing common on gadgets in the market today, it is energy efficiency. With global warming right on our tail and self sufficiency issue gaining momentum, who will not worry? Well, steps have been taken and and LG has been one of the companies that is leading the way.

LG, one of the leading brands in LCD TVs, audio and video products, and other home devices is innovating its products to be green starting from using the raw materials for manufacturing, the process itself, the plant and even up to the disposal stage. Like the Pop which is the LG GD510′s name which looks like targeting a more youthful audience like it did naming its entry level touch screen phone Cookie. The Pop is efficient from its construction material up to how it manages its energy.gd510

The primary green accessory of the Pop is its back cover which doubles as a solar charger. Having it bask in the sunshine for about 10 minutes will give you additional 2 minutes and 15 seconds of talk time or even up to 180 minutes of standby time. Another feature is that when the phone is already fully charged, a beep will sound and a notification will be displayed on the phone alerting the user to pull the plug. As for the raw materials, the LG GD510 is PVC, CFR, and BFR free and the packaging used is made from recycled paper and soy ink.

The Pop is a 3″ touch screen phone with a 3mp camera, music and video player, and a web browser. If you want to keep your current phone, you could always opt to get green by using some of these Solar Chargers.

LG Widebook Notebook Series Offers a Cinematic Experience

LG Electronics unveils its new WIDEBOOK notebook range, which includes five models, the R580 and R560 boasting a 15.6” display, the R480 and R460 with a 14” screen and the diminutive R380 that packs a 13.3” panel. These WIDEBOOK PCs are boosted by Intel Core 2 Duo processors with 2GB or 4GB of turbo memory and a NVIDIA GeForce graphics chip with up to 1GB of DDR2 video memory, providing plenty of power for general use and adequate punch for 3D games.lg-widebook-notebooks_2

The 16:9 widescreen display is optimized for HD content and ships in 1600 x 900 and 1368 x 768 HD pixel resolutions, depending on the model. The LED backlight also means that the screens draw 15-20% less power than existing notebooks, which also helps boost battery life. Beyond the widescreen and high-performance multimedia features, the WIDEBOOKâ„¢ offers a stylish exterior to suit the most style-conscious consumers. The cutting-edge style includes a UV coating and trendy low-profile chrome hinge.

The premium R580 and R480 models also include a row of backlit blue buttons to provide quick access to features and the WIDEBOOKâ„¢ R380 includes a Smart On feature that enables the machine to be booted in only five seconds. The WIDEBOOKâ„¢ series is packed with a range of easy-of-use features as well. A 1.3-megapixel webcam is included and the You-Cam viewing software offers editing and an integrated UI for video chatting and conferencing.

The unexciting news is, the five new WIDEBOOK notebooks will be rolled out first in Turkey, Dubai and Saudi Arabia, followed by other countries in Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America throughout this month.

LG-GW720/LG Etna Android Smartphone

LG_GW620_1-540x363Life will soon be good as LG’s first Android handset has made its official debut, in the shape of the LG GW620. If this baby looks familiar to you, well, that is because it’s the same as the LG Etna which was showcased at IFA in Germany earlier this month. Except for name change, there’s really nothing new with this smartphone, as far as specs are concerned.

The LG-GW620 signifies the company’s intent to continue to offer Windows Mobile devices with its “two-tier smartphone technology. The LG-GW620 has both a 3-inch full touchscreen and slide-out QWERTY keypad to meet the growing needs of consumers who rely on their mobile phones for more than just making calls. The handset benefits from an operating system that was created from the ground up to take advantage of the many mobile applications and services developed by search leader – Google.

In anticipation of strong demand for smartphones that support social networking functions right out-of-the-box, the LG-GW620 also lives up to LG’s consumer-friendly design philosophy by making the handset experience more accessible for typical users. LG’s messaging phones have been very popular with young professionals who demand a full QWERTY keypad for a fast mobile computing experience, and the new LG-GW620 manages to meet the needs of both types of users at the same time. The phone also listed as having Bluetooth, USB, and a 5-megapixel camera.

No pricing details, but the LG-GW620 will be available in the 4th quarter of this year in selected European markets. U.S. availability is unknown. For the meantime, you can drool over these LG smartphones available at Amazon.

Get a Taste of New Chocolate

Craving for chocolate? Well, LG will satisfy your chocolate craving. The LG Chocolate LG-BL40 would become available for purchase on the European market any time this week, before making its way around the world.LG ChocolateThe LG Chocolate boasts of reinventing the way users use and view mobile phones. With the LG Chocolate, you’ll see things differently, touch things differently, and style things differently. It comes in slim shape, glossy black finish and iconic red highlights creating a sense of subtle, chic luxury. The curved scratch-resistant glass that seamlessly encases the Chocolate provides a smooth, elegant surface which will always look flawlessly clean and alluring.

The outstandingly exceptional 4-inch, 21:9 HD LCD opens up an enlarged and more optimal space for “on-the-go” computing. Users will also get to enjoy a panoramic multimedia experience featuring a theatre-like movie player and enriched image document viewer through the wide screen. Intuitive responsiveness and easier accessibility to applications is also easy with LG’s upgraded S-Class UI which offers the best in finger-friendly 3D graphics.

Now, if you love surfing the net, the LG Chocolate shows support for 7.2 HSDPA for fast internet browsing. Looking for the phone’s camera? It boasts a 5-megapixel camera with Schneider-Kreuznach lens.

Again, the LG Chocolate will be expanded to the rest of the world from October this year. In the meantime, you can drool over these LG mobile phones and accessories available at Amazon.