If you haven’t heard, the Optimus LTE2 is gaining quite a following, due to the inclusion of 2GB of RAM, the first for any mainstream smartphone in the world. You may have noticed a pattern developing with LG also behind the world’s first dual-core device in the Optimus 2X, but the device does a lot more to gain attention aside from the extra RAM.

For starters, it actually looks pretty nice as well. LG are perhaps harshly criticized by consumers for building smartphones that may not look the part, while many consumers also question the build quality of LG devices as well as opposed to phones from Samsung and HTC in comparison.

If you take a look at the couple of videos we have to show you below, you’ll probably agree that the Optimus LTE2 is an instant improvement design wise. We’ve even read on social media boards that many of you think the LTE Optimus LTE2 has a nicer design than the Samsung Galaxy S3.

The videos also give you a first glance at LG’s new ‘Optimus UI 3.0′ which offers a slick new approach to the Android 4.0 lock screen, as well as a rather cool feature which allows you to scribble quick memos on the screen, on top of any app at any given time. There’s also some expected gimmicky features thrown in there as well – by using the device’s microphone, you can say the word ‘Kimchi’ to automatically take a picture. Although it may sound a bit tacky at first, we have a feeling that it may become a universal smartphone feature in the future. LG better patent this before Apple hears about it though.

Check out the videos below for yourself and give us your initial impressions of it. Do you think LG has done a good job with the design this time around and perhaps more importantly – is it better looking than the mighty Galaxy S3?

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Before you ask, no we’re not talking about the LG Optimus LTE2 that the company announced on the very same day as the Samsung Galaxy S III. There is in actual fact another rumored LG handset that is on the way and the guys over at BriefMobile apparently have an image of the back casing for the device already.

While the image doesn’t look glamorous at all and certainly not as slick as the Galaxy S3, it’s the specs which may win you over in the end. The LG Optimus LTE2 will officially pack 2GB of RAM, the first smartphone in the world to do so, but the rumored LG LS970 ‘Eclipse’ apparently comes equipped with 2GB of RAM as well.

That’s not all though, as other purported specs include a 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 processor, which again will be another first since we are only just seeing smartphones releases with a dual-core Snapdragon S4 chip instead. There’s also meant to be a 13 megapixel camera on board, an Adreno 320 GPU and 4G LTE connectivity support.

There’s a growing feeling that LG like to be ‘first’ to the smartphone spec reveals, but how many of you would put this aside in favor of quality of brand? Not everyone is a fan of LG products and that’s obviously something that the South Korean manufacturer is looking to change. Is it all about having the latest specs at the first opportunity for you, or would you still pick the Samsung Galaxy S3 simply because their brand is more established in the market?

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Many were already expecting to see some quad core Android devices making an appearance at the show, and now this has almost been confirmed as The Verge are reporting that the company has sent out some press invites. The invites promised some “quad-core firsts” during the event, and the image from the invite includes a smartphone.

This hints that we see some quad core Android smartphones being shown off with the supercharged processor only available in tablet PCs currently. Previously it seems the likes of LG and HTC have Tegra 3 smartphones in the pipeline, but it can’t be guaranteed these will be the ones shown off at the end of the month.

There have been rumors that the next iPhone may include a dual core chip as it looks to take over from the current dual core devices. Consumers will be hoping that the extra two cores don’t come at the expense of battery life though.

Meanwhile it seems that HTC are beginning to favor the Tegra 3 processor more, as it looks like the company is seemingly reluctant to commit to only Qualcomm chips. SlashGear are reporting that sources are claiming HTC has an “increasing cooperation with NVIDIA”.

The first handset from the company with the technology is thought to be the HTC Edge, which is believed to be part of the company’s new ‘Hero Device’ plan. The company is looking to offer quality over quantity in the future, and has also set up the new HTC Studio that is set to focus on polished tablets and smartphones.

We recently told you about a new LG handset that had the codename X3 that will also be using the Tegra 3 chip. This has a lovely looking 4.7-inch display running at 1280 x 720 resolutions and is believed to be less than 9mm thick. Are you looking forward to quad core smartphones?

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LG has begun teasing a new Android smartphone that features a 5-inch screen, and will seemingly make its debut later this month at the Mobile World Congress in Spain. As SlashGear are reporting the device has the unusual 4:3 aspect ratio display instead of the now common 16:9. According to the company this allows the device to fit better in the user’s hand.

It is being claimed the handset will come packing a 1.5GHz Qualcomm WPQ8060 dual-core processer along with 1GB of RAM. It is not currently known what the screen resolution will be on the Optimus Vu, but it is thought to feature an eight megapixel camera. In the promotional video that you can see below it seems the device also has a front facing shooter as well.

There is thought to be 8GB of ROM space along with built-in NFC technology, which is nothing new from LG as they have already offered it in the PRADA Phone 3.0. Other features that can be seen from the video include circular metal buttons for both the lock and power operations. There is also a sliding cover for the microUSB input.

The Galaxy Note comes packing a stylus to simplify operation and while it can’t be guaranteed the LG will feature one, there does seem to be a place for one from the clip but it’s a bit blurry. Time will tell on that one but we can expect to see more information about the LG Optimus Vu at the end of the month at MWC 2012.

In the meantime if you are thinking of getting hold of the Galaxy Note there is a video review for you below. Do you like the idea of either of these handsets?

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The company has officially revealed that the device will be launching sometime during the second part of 2012. LG has spent years developing and researching the technology, and have managed to couple it with their 4-Color Pixel and Color Refiner Technology, which results in what LG are promising the most natural looking image on any TV according to T3.

The screen quality will obviously impress, but it’s the displays overall dimensions that will impress you even more as it is only 4mm thick. Making it slimmer than your average smartphone let alone rival TV technology. It is even slimmer than the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the iPhone 4S.

LG must have spent big as it’s looked to embrace the technology, and according to LG Electronics CEO Havis Kwon, the technology “is clearly the future of home TV entertainment”. Kwon added that LG are looking at making it easier for customers “to embrace”.

One of the main advantages the technology has over LCD is the speed, with the OLED having a response time of over 1,000 times quicker. This is coupled with the much slimmer design that would certainly appeal to many consumers. Unfortunately there is still no word on pricing, which could be a big stumbling block for the technology when it first releases.

LG are not the only company looking to OLED TVs though as the likes of Panasonic and Samsung are also set to offer sets. As more options become available it should eventually bring the price the down for consumers. Are you interested in OLED TVs? How much would you pay for one?

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The device is going with the codename CX2 and is believed to be replacing the Optimus 3D, which was the company’s first 3D capable smartphone. As Pocket Now is reporting the new device will offer an improvement over the auto-stereoscopic screen found on its predecessor.

It will also sport a more powerful processor and will turn 2D material into stereoscopic footage. While the old model was powered with a 1.0GHz dual-core processor, the CX2 will have a 1.2GHz chip made by Texas Instruments. The screen size and resolution will remain the same, but it is thought the new device will have a NOVA display for better levels of brightness.

There is also believed to be quite a difference in brightness between the 2D and 3D modes on the device. The two cameras on the back of the device are thought to still be five megapixel units, but the handset will be around two mm slimmer than the older version, which will now put it at just under ten mm.

Other features are set to include 8GB of internal storage, DLNA capability, Bluetooth 3.0, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, and 21Mbps HSPA that is thought to be coming in the recently reported X3. Sources are also claiming the handset will come with NFC technology built in.

As with the X3 the handset it is thought to be making its debut at next month’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, before launching in early spring. Bizarrely it is thought the device will come running Android Gingerbread instead of ICS.

Would you like a 3D smartphone?

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Back in October LG revealed a time scale of when the update would be hitting the Optimus Black, but the end of November date was obviously missed. Now according to a report on Pocket Now the Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread upgrade has begun rolling out to devices in Europe and India.

It is being reported that the version landing on handsets is listed as V20N, and the alterations refer to enhanced power management, better gaming experience, better download management, support for media formats such as AAC, AVC, H263, and MPEG4. Other improvements include a better UI that will provide faster access and control, while offering a better user experience.

There is now active application management and improvements to shortcuts, icons, calendar options, better email synching, and better control over the cameras auto-focus feature. It will also come with the Google+ application preloaded into the software. If you haven’t yet received the update it can be accessed via the LG software update tool. The device is supposed to receive Android 4.0 sometime during the third quarter of this year.

Has your LG Optimus Black received the Gingerbread update yet?

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Nvidia’s new chip has already found itself in the likes of the Transformer Prime from Asus, and according to a report on Pocket Now it will be powering the LG X3 in the coming months. This stylish looking handset will join the likes of the HTC Edge and possibly the Samsung Galaxy S3 by using the processor.

Besides the processor the LG X3 will come with an impressive 4.7-inch display at 1280 x 720 resolutions. The device is thought to still only measure below 9mm in thickness despite all that power inside. Camera wise it is thought to feature an eight megapixel unit on the back, with a 1.3 megapixel shooter around the front.

Storage wise the X3 is believed to have 16GB that can be expanded further via a microSD card. The smartphone should come running the Android 4.0 operating system, and use physical capacitive buttons over touchscreen ones. It is believed to have HSPA+ connectivity that could see LTE added in certain regions. It will also have the latest Bluetooth technology with 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, and NFC capability.

For a slim device the 2000mAh battery doesn’t sound too bad either, and could make its debut at next month’s Mobile World Congress with a release around late spring or early summer. Do you like the look of the LG X3?

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Now the carrier has officially launched the device we are able to bring details of what price they’re offering. In addition to the LG Spectrum, Verizon are now offering the BlackBerry Curve 9370 as well, RIM’s slimmest Curve yet, which also run’s their latest OS BlackBerry 7. As reported at BGR, the LG Spectrum will be available for $199.99 on a two-year contract, $100 less than our original estimates which was based on the pricing of Verizon’s other 4G LTE devices they currently have on offer. The BlackBerry Curve 9370 is also available with a two-year contract for the price of just $99.99.

Both devices also have a lot to offer as far as specs are concerned. The LG Spectrum features support for Verizon’s 4G LTE network as well as an 8 megapixel camera with full 1080p HD video capability, a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, a sharp 4.5” True HD IPS display and will run Android Gingerbread with a promise of an Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade.

The slim line BlackBerry Curve 9370 meanwhile features a 5 megapixel camera as well as 512MB RAM, Wi-Fi support, GPS and GSM and CDMA radios. While neither of these new devices is likely to set the market on fire, they offer great value for money with their mid-range specs and reasonable prices, the perfect introduction for first time smartphone buyers. Do you agree that they are great value for money?

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The Amazon owned LOVEFiLM confirmed the news of the partnership with LG when they announced their service would be making its debut on their new range of Smart TVs. The news was also confirmed at the other when LG announced all their future Smart TVs would include the LOVEFiLM Instant App, making access to the streaming service easy and a persuasive offer for those looking to invest in a new TV.

As TechRadar explains future owners of LG Smart TVs will now have instant access to a collection of more than 5000 TV shows and movies providing they are subscribed to the monthly paid LOVEFiLM service. It will also mean the owners can take advantage of the Nuance Dragon voice-recognition software, built into the new Magic Remote which the company showcased at CES earlier this month.

Despite LG’s dominance in the TV market, they are not the first company to snap up the LOVEFiLM services on their Smart TVs. However this deal will put them back in the high end for the features and services they have on offer from their products. A close rival to LOVEFiLM, Netflix also launched in the UK recently which forced Amazon to respond with a price cut to their service.

What do you think of these services? Are you pleased to see LOVEFiLM now available on LG Smart TVs?

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