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LG announces “world’s smallest” wireless charger at MWC

By Robert Nelson
on 26 Feb, 2013

LG has taken a step back from smartphone announcements and unveiled a new wireless charger. The charger is the LG WCP-300 and is being touted as the world's smallest measuring in at just 6.9cm in diameter. Perhaps more important than size though, the LG WCP-300 has been Qi certified by the Wireless Power Consortium.

HP sells WebOS to LG, only it won’t be for smartphones

By Cory Gunther
on 25 Feb, 2013

Today we've just learned a lot about HP's upcoming plans. They've completely ditched WebOS on all fronts and look to be headed down the green street we call Android. This weekend they announced their first Android-powered device, the HP Slate 7, and now it has been confirmed that HP just sold WebOS to LG Electronics. There's a few small important details regarding the deal, so read on for more information.

LG Optimus L7 II, L5 II and L3 II hands-on: Coming in all sizes

By Cory Gunther
on 25 Feb, 2013

The folks from LG have unleashed a full array of smartphones here at MWC 2013, and we've been able to get our hands on all of them. For those who don't want a massive 5.5-inch HD phone (since that isn't for everyone) LG has already announced three additional smartphones to hit all the other respective size points. Just like last year, we now have the LG Optimus L series, only this time it's the L II. Below is the new L7 II, L5 II, and L3 II. Odd names, but check em out.

LG Optimus G Pro Hands-on: 5.5-inch HD powerhouse

By Cory Gunther
on 25 Feb, 2013

LG is here in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress on full attack mode. They've announced the new LG Optimus G Pro, and a slew of L series smartphones. We managed to grab some hands-on time with their new Optimus G Pro, and this thing is quite a powerhouse smartphone. Go ahead and say it, it looks like the Galaxy Note II. However, this thing has tons of features to set it apart.

LG demos dual-recording feature on the Optimus G Pro

By Robert Nelson
on 21 Feb, 2013

LG has recently been sharing details about the Optimus G Pro. These have included the specs and even an idea as to when we can expect the global roll-out to begin. That will be happening during the second quarter, however while we wait, it looks like some of the software features are now being shown off in video teasers.

LG Optimus F7 and F5 smartphones officially unveiled

By Robert Nelson
on 21 Feb, 2013

Following up the recent Optimus F-Series image leak, LG has come forward with an official announcement ahead of Mobile World Congress. LG has announced the Optimus F7 and Optimus F5 smartphones with the intent on bringing a "premium user experience and the speed of 4G LTE to a mass audience." That said, LG has offered up the specs for each of the handsets, however we still need a bit more detail when it comes to the pricing and release.

LG Optimus F7 and F5 images leak ahead of MWC announcement

By Robert Nelson
on 20 Feb, 2013

Coming a day ahead of the LG Mobile World Congress teaser, it would appear as if we are being given our first look at some of the Optimus F-Series devices. The image leak includes the Optimus F7 and the Optimus F5 which can be seen in the image below. The F7 is on the left with the F5 on the right. LG had previously said the "F" stood for Freedom, however we are not entirely sure what that will mean for specs.

LG’s latest MWC teaser hints at F, G, L and V-series phones

By Robert Nelson
on 19 Feb, 2013

Coming off the recent Optimus L Series II and Optimus G Pro details from LG, it looks like they have dropped another Mobile World Congress teaser. This teaser arrives in video format and has been posted on the official YouTube channel for LG. The video reveals hints of four series of phones -- the F, G, L and V-series.

LG Spectrum update detailed by Verizon Wireless

By Robert Nelson
on 18 Feb, 2013

Verizon updated the LG Spectrum to Ice Cream Sandwich back in October and it looks like details for another software update have recently been posted. And while we would be happy to report this update was brining Jelly Bean, that is not the case. Of course, we are not all that certain any Spectrum users are expecting that anyway. Needless to say, this update still seem worthwhile and one that you will likely want to grab.

LG Optimus G Pro global release to begin in Q2

By Robert Nelson
on 18 Feb, 2013

This isn't the first time we have heard from LG about the Optimus G Pro smartphone, however this time around we are getting a rough idea as to when we can expect the global roll-out to begin. In short, LG has announced that will begin during the second quarter of the year. Of course, those in Korea will get the handset quite a bit sooner. In fact, the Korean release is set for this coming Wednesday, February 20.