LG UNVEILS UNIQUE 4:3 RATIO, 5-INCH OPTIMUS VU

With Productivity in Mind, LG Demonstrates Superior Display and Technology Leadership with Device that Does Everything
Karachi, November 19, 2012: LG unveils one of the most anticipated smart device, the Optimus Vu:. Equipped with LG’s advanced IPS display technology, the Optimus Vu: offers a unique combination of tablet-like viewing with smartphone portability. Running on a powerful 1.5GHz QUAD -core proces-sor, 32GB internal memory and a large 2,080 mAh battery, the Optimus Vu: is a multimedia lover’s dream device.

“The Optimus Vu: was designed to maximize what customers could not do with a regular smartphone,” said Mr.D.Y.Kim, President of LG Electronics Gulf FZE. “By offering an optimal 4:3 ratio viewing expe-rience, 5-inch display combined with Superior IPS technology, Optimus Vu: is just one example of what we can achieve when we combine our best technology with customer needs.”

The large 5-inch display with bright 4:3 aspect ratio makes viewing documents, books, internet and multimedia contents easier and more comfortable. The 4:3 aspect ratio is optimized for viewing to grasp more at a glance and note taking to increase productivity in everyday life. Moreover, IPS display realizes every color in its natural state for the best viewing experience even under bright sunlight.

Backed by unparalleled speed and performance from LG’s advanced technology, the Optimus Vu: boasts unmatched productivity. Its unique built-in QuickClip™ hotkey allows users to conveniently cap-ture screenshots and memos with a single push. Jotting notes is also possible with a finger or with the dedicated Rubberdium™ pen. Among many productive apps installed in the Optimus Vu:, the included Polaris Office allows users to open any document, spreadsheet or presentation while on the go.

At only 8.5mm, the Optimus Vu: is the slimmest among all 5” SMART phones currently in the mar-ket . Perfectly suited for a hand and also fits comfortably in a jacket pocket. Despite the large 2,080mAh battery, the Optimus Vu: adopts LG’s exclusive floating mass technology to appear slimmer than its actual dimensions.

In addition to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) and DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance), Optimus Vu: comes with 32GB memory and an 8-megapixel camera. Currently, it runs on an android operating system ice cream sandwich, v4.0.

Key Specifications:

  • Chipset: 1.5GHz QUAD Core Processor
  • Display: 5-inch (1024×768) IPS Display
  • Memory: 32GB Inbuilt and 1GB RAM
  • Camera: 8MP with AF LED Flash (rear) and 1.3MP (front)
  • OS: Android 4.0 Ice cream sandwich
  • Battery: 2,080mAh
  • Dimension (L x W x D): 139.6 x 90.4 x 8.5mm