LG launches a mid-range smartphone, the 5-inch LG Magna LTE. It does not have the highest specs but has an affordable pricing, S$328. It will be available from 25th July 2015 in Gold and Titan colors. Read the Press Release for the specs and other information.
Press Release
LG ADDS LG MAGNA INTO ITS MID-RANGE LTE SMARTPHONE SERIES IN SINGAPORE
New Smartphone Impresses with Stunning Design, Responsive In-Cell Touch Displays and LG’s Intuitive User Experience
SINGAPORE, JULY 20, 2015 —LG Electronics announced the launch of LG Magna LTE, the new addition joining LG’s mid-range smartphone series. This premium but affordable series comprised of Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy was first unveiled at Mobile World Congress (MWC) where it was noted for bringing sophisticated design, optimized performance and effortless user experience to a broader range of consumers.
By combining the most essential hardware with LG’s premium design elements and user experience, LG has created the perfect balance of style and usability. The LG Magna LTE is designed to fit more comfortably in the palm of one’s hand with its subtle 3000mm radius curved display. In-cell touch display technology on the Magna brings the on-screen images closer to the fingers for improved sensitivity and more direct touch response. In addition, LG is carrying over popular UX featuresoriginally designed for its premium smartphones. Gesture Shot, for instance, makes it easy to take selfies with a hand gesture that starts a three-second countdown. Glance View allows users to quickly access key information such as time, recent messages or missed calls with a simple downward swipe of the screen, even when the display is off.
“We want to cater to customers who are looking for mid-range priced smartphones that have both advanced features and sleek design. With that in mind, we designed LG Magna to inherit features from our premium flagship smartphones such as Gesture Shot and the ergonomic curved design. We believe the LG Magna will be at attractive option for consumers in Singapore,” said Mr. Scott Jung, Managing Director of LG Electronics Singapore.
The LG Magna will be available from 25 July 2015 in Gold and Titan colors, retailing for $328 from M1 and StarHub.
Specification Summary
- Networks: LTE 700/900/1800/2600; WCDMA 850/900/2100; GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
- Speed: LTE Cat 4 up to 150Mbps DL, up to 50Mbps UL; DC HSPA+ up to 42Mbps DL
- Display: 5” HD Display, (1280×720; 294ppi);Capacitive Touch display
- OS: Android 5.0 Lollipop
- Memory: Up to 8GB ROM / 1GB RAM / microSD slot (up to 32GB)
- Camera: Rear 8MP AF / Front 5MP
- Size/Weight: 139.7mm x 69.9mm x 10.2mm (LxWxT) / 137g
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, BT 4.1, A-GPS/ Glonass, USB 2.0
- Processor: MTK MT6732 1.5GHz Quad Core
- Audio: MP3 player, Audio jack: 3.5mm, supporting codecs incl.: MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA
- Battery: 2,540mAh (Removable)
For more information on LG Magna LTE, please visit www.lg.com/sg.
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About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 83,000 people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2014 global sales of USD 55.91 billion (KRW 59.04 trillion), LG comprises four business units ― Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance & Air Solution, and Vehicle Components ― and is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit www.LGnewsroom.com.
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LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and trend setter in the mobile and wearable industry with breakthrough technologies and innovative designs. By continually developing highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, battery, camera optics and LTE technology, LG creates handsets and wearables that fit the lifestyles of a wide range of people all over the world. While helping to enhance the mobile user experience by incorporating unique, sophisticated designs and intuitive UX features, LG is also committed to guiding consumers into the era of convergence and Internet of Things, maximizing inter-device connectivity between a wide range of smartphones, tablets, wearables, home and portable electronics products. For more information, please visit www.LG.com.
About LG Electronics Singapore Pte Ltd
LG Electronics Singapore Pte Ltd (LG Electronics Singapore) is a fully-owned subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., the pioneer and market leader of the Korean electronics industry for over five decades. LG Electronics Singapore operates four business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions. In recognition of its vision to enrich people’s life with smart technologies and innovative design, LG Electronics Singapore has been recognized with prominent local and international accolades, such as the CNET Asia Editor’s and Readers’ Choice Awards, The Straits Times Digital Life Editor’s and Readers’ Choice Awards, HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, Red Dot Design, and GfK No. 1 Awards. For more information, please visit www.lg.com/sg.