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CES 2017

Qualcomm releases more details on the Snapdragon 835

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Qualcomm today kicked off its CES 2017 proceedings by announcing their high-end Snapdragon 835 processor with X16 LTE modem. This is the first mobile platform chip to be manufactured using the 10nm FinFET process, giving it an obvious advantage over the existing Snapdragon 820 family.

The Snapdragon 835 is 35 percent smaller and consumes 25 percent less power compared to the 820. The new chip also supports Quick Charge 4 that ensures 20 percent faster charging and 30 percent better efficiency than QC 3.0.

Other improvements include better VR/AR support, 4K UHD Premium (UHD10) support, Spectra 180 camera ISP, X16 Gigabit-class LTE modem and better security support for fingerprint, iris and facial biometrics.

The Snapdragon 835 is now in production and will make its way to commercial devices in first half of this year.

Wearable speakers and headset from LG revealed

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LG has been steadily releasing information on the products it will be showcasing at CES 2017 and now it let loose the existence of LG Tone Studio and LG Tone Free wireless.

The LG Tone Studio (HBS-W120) wearable speakers feature four speakers including two full range on the top and two vibrating on the bottom that simulate a surround sound experience. LG has collaborated with DTS to provide this experience. It also includes a Hi-Fi DAC that enhances sound quality to play audio as accurately as possible.

Coming to the Tone Free (HBS-F110), these are LG’s first wireless stereo product to come with wireless earbuds that charge whenever stored inside the neckband. It provides vibration alerts for incoming calls, text messages and letting users go hands free to answer or ignore a call with voice commands. It also supplies extra battery life and an optional charging cradle is available to provide more power for times when the neckband might not be convenient.

As always, more information and pricing details will be revealed at CES 2017.

A floating speaker from LG is coming soon

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LG has teased the existence of a new Bluetooth speaker dubbed the PJ9 ahead of CES 2017. What’s unexpected about it is that it can float in mid air – novelty LG wants to cash in on.

According to the company, the PJ9 speaker comes with a Levitation Station fitted with electromagnets allowing it to float mid air atop the station. While this already been attempted by companies like ICE and Air2, what’s different here is how the device is charged. When it runs low on battery, the PJ9 automatically docks on the Levitation Station and charges wirelessly. On a full charge, it can run for around 10 hours.

It has a 360 degree omni-directional speaker design and IPX7 compliance ensures that it can withstand immersion in water upto 1 meter for 30 minutes. Multipoint technology allows users to connect two Bluetooth devices concurrently.

Pricing and further details will be revealed at CES 2017.

LG announces portable ProBeam projector

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LG will be showcasing their new laser projector, the LG ProBeam, at CES 2017 early next year. It is aimed at consumers who seek a high performance and versatile device.

The LG ProBeam HF80J is equipped with an advanced laser engine that produces upto 2,000 lumens of brightness letting users watch videos even in rooms with bright lighting. It has a slim design and a weight of 2.1kg thanks to its I-shaped laser engine. With the use of Sound Sync Adjustment, the LG ProBeam can be paired with any Bluetooth audio product like headphones or external speakers.

Its Wireless Mirroring feature takes advantage of Miracast to project content from smart devices onto a projection screen. The four corner keystone and vertical auto keystone allows users to find the best image setting and balance images easily. Users will also have access to streaming services and relevant programs according to their preferences via LG’s WebOS platform. Additionally, LG’s MagiC Remote Control allows for easy navigation of the WebOS Smart TV interface. The content will vary from region to region.

Pricing and availability will be revealed at CES 2017.

LG unveils 5 smartphones ahead of CES 2017

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LG has revealed the existence of 4 K Series smartphones and a new Stylus 3 which will be showcased at the upcoming CES 2017. The new mid-range devices are designed to bring popular features from the higher end flagship smartphones such as 120 degree wide angle front camera lens and rear fingerprint sensor. According to LG, the genesis behind the varied series was “that all customers do not want the same things in a smartphone”.

The K10 has a 5.3″ HD In-cell touch display, 5MP front camera with 120 degree wide angle selfie (front camera) lens and a 13 MP rear camera found on LG flagship G series. In addition it has been built using a metallic U-frame with a 7.9mm thickness while a 2.5D Arc Glass adorns the screen.

The K8 uses a 5″ HD In-cell touch display, 5MP front camera, 13MP rear camera with LG UX features like Auto Shot and Gesture Shot for selfies. When a face is detected then Auto Shot automatically triggers the front camera’s shutter while Gesture Shot takes a selfie in response to a hand signal.

The K4 features a 5″ In-cell touch display along with 5MP front and rear cameras with Auto Shot, Gesture Shot found in K8. It also has a 7.9mm thickness just like the K10 with a removable 2,500mAh battery and microSD slot.

The K3 comes with a 4.5″ In-Cell touch display, 5MP rear and 2MP front camera with Gesture Shot. It is powered by a 2,100mAh removable battery and microSD slot.

The mid-range Stylus 3 is bundled with a 1.8mm diameter fiber-tip stylus to emulate a real pen when writing on the screen. It has an enhanced UX with Pen Pop 2.0, Pen Keeper and Screen-off Memo.

Pricing is expected to be announced at CES 2017.

K10 Key Specifications:
Chipset: MediaTek 6750
Display: 5.3-inch HD In-cell Touch (1280 x 720 / 277ppi)
Memory: 2GB LPDDR3 RAM / 32GB eMMC ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
Camera: Front 5MP (Wide) / Rear 13MP (Standard)
Battery: 2,800mAh (removable)
Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat
Size: 148.7 x 75.3 x 7.9mm
Weight: 142g
Color: Black / Titan / Gold

K8 Key Specifications:
Chipset: Snapdragon 425
Display: 5.0-inch HD In-cell Touch (1280 x 720 / 294ppi)
Memory: 1.5GB LPDDR3 RAM / 16GB eMMC ROM / microSD (up to 32GB)
Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat
Size: 144.8 x 72.1 x 8.09mm
Weight: 142g
Color: Silver / Titan / Gold / Dark Blue

K4 Key Specifications:
Chipset: Snapdragon 425
Display: 5.0-inch FWVGA In-cell Touch (854 x 480 / 196ppi)
Memory: 1GB LPDDR3 RAM / 8GB eMMC ROM / microSD (up to 32GB)
Operating System: Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Size: 144.76 x 72.6 x 7.94mm
Weight: 135g
Color: Black / Titan

K3 Key Specifications:
Chipset: Snapdragon 210
Display: 4.5-inch FWVGA On-cell Touch (854 x 480 / 218ppi)
Memory: 1GB LPDDR3 RAM / 8GB eMMC ROM / microSD (up to 32GB)
Operating System: Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Size: 133.9 x 69.75 x 9.44mm
Weight: 132g
Color: Black

Stylus 3 Key Specifications:
Chipset: MediaTek 6750
Display: 5.7-inch HD In-cell Touch (1280 x 720 / 258ppi)
Memory: 3GB LPDDR3 RAM / 16GB eMMC ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
Camera: Front 8MP / Rear 13MP
Battery: 3,200mAh (removable)
Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat
Size: 155.6 x 79.8 x 7.4mm
Weight: 149g
Color: Metallic Titan / Pink Gold