Gingerbread is not only for the high-end folks — even the entry-level guys desire a little rhizome flavored love sometimes. LG understands that, and it’s why the corporate is introducing a couple devices to its Optimus line dubbed the web and Pro. The Optimus Pro , identical to its similarly monikered Droid Pro , is a candybar QWERTY device with a 2.8-inch touchscreen. The professional is available in a trio of color options, including something called “titan.” The internet, however, is a completely touchscreen affair (though, the North American version may sport a sliding QWERTY pad), with a three.2-inch 320 x 480 display. LG is pushing its Social+ widgets that put Twitter and Facebook in your homescreen — something we know others have had a whole lot success with. Both devices pack a 1500mAh battery and an 800 MHz CPU, which must be enough for less complicated smartphone users. They’ll be rolling out this summer starting in Europe. An additional pic and a few PR await after the break.
LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net Bolsters Company’s Strength in Offering “Androids For everybody”
Seoul, July 15, 2011 -– LG Electronics (LG) today introduced two additions to the LG Optimus Series of smartphones — the LG Optimus Pro (LG-C660) and the LG Optimus Net (LG-P690) running at the latest Android 2.3 platform. Is known as “Gingerbread,” version 2.3 of Google’s Android mobile operating system offers enhanced multimedia support, enhanced power management and higher gaming support.
“Today’s customers want genuine choice, phones with another mixture of features and technology for various segments of the market,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “And that is the reason precisely what we’ve done with Optimus Pro and Optimus Net, two completely new devices which complement LG’s reputation because the company with an Android smartphone suitable for every person.”
LG OPTIMUS PRO — Simple Social Networking with Both QWERTY and Touch
The primary LG Optimus smartphone with a portrait bar QWERTY keyboard, the LG Optimus Pro offers the smartest of both a physical keyboard and touch display. The two.8-inch display provides quick navigation while the QWERTY keyboard is ergonomically designed for instant and accurate typing. Dedicated hotkeys for email and scheduler enable instant access for enhanced speed and convenience. Optimus Pro might be available in white, titan, in addition to black.
LG OPTIMUS NET — A better Generation of Social Communication
Featuring LG Social+™, the Optimus Net combines the preferred social networking portals in a single convenient widget right at the homescreen. With a single click, users can multitask between updating their status on Facebook and Twitter while reading their friends’ social media feeds at the same screen. The integrated social widget provides one-click photo sharing with multiple social media accounts from the house screen. Similarly, the three.2 HVGA (320 x 480) display delivers clearer, sharper viewing of multimedia content while the LG SmartShare™ function allows easy sharing of content with other DLNA-friendly devices.
Specifications for the Optimus Net will vary market by market. Reckoning on the carrier, a few of the phones in Europe might be Near Field Communication (NFC) capable for mobile payments. The North American version will include a QWERTY keyboard and in Brazil, China, Asia and the CIS region, the Optimus Net would be dual SIMcompatible. The telephone can be available in white, in addition to black.
Both the Optimus Pro and Optimus Net boast the biggest 1500mAh battery of their class and an 800 MHz CPU, ensuring longer, better performance.
The 2 smartphones might be available starting this summer, rolling out in 30 markets beginning in Europe.
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