LG wins 11 design & Technology honors at CES 2011

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2011 sponsored by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), LG Electronics' strategic products such as smart TV, 3D TV, and the network Blu-ray player won eleven CES 2011 Innovation Awards including the Best of Innovations.

[Best of Innovations / Innovations Award] Nano Full LED 3D Smart TV (LW9500)

LW9500 showcases LG Electronics' exclusive Nano technology with the ultra bright and clear full LED screen. This model features a thinner bezel that maximizes viewers' attention on 3D images and "TruMotion 480Hz" technology (playback speed of 480 frames per second) that minimizes dizziness caused by watching 3D images. It also received much praise for its easy and quick access to online content and won the Best of Innovations Award.

LG’s honorees for the 2011 International CES are:

[Innovations Award] Nano Full LED 3D Smart TV (LW7700)

LG Electronics' exclusive Nano technology enables clear full LED resolution. Certified by Tomlinson Holman Experiment (THX), LW7700 produces high-definition, which give users the same experience as watching them in the theater. It is also equipped with Smart Share technology for easy wireless transfer of files from smart TV to smartphone or tablet PC.

[Innovations Award] 3D Plasma TV (PW350)

LG has incorporated its ultra-narrow bezel to maximize the screen display in the PW350, a display that is equally complimented by the elegantly coordinated construction of the surrounding frame and stand.
Naturally, once the TV is turned on, the true power of the PW350 shows itself with 3D images that deliver startling color accuracy without giving into blur effects or roughness even during the most vivid and fast-paced action scenes. Among the specifications below, it is LG’s patented 3D XD Engine that generates the magic within the PW350 and leaves the viewer wanting more.

[Innovations Award] Smart TV Platform

LG Electronics' smart TV platform NetCast 2.0 won the Innovations Award in the newly founded Online Audio/Video Content category for its convenient functions including the intuitive menus and accessibility to online content.

[Innovations Award] 3D Sound Home Theater (HX996TS)

To provide 3D sound optimized for watching 3D movies, "3D Sound Home Theater" uses dual subwoofers, the Digital Signal Process (DSP) chip, and the sound speakers (upper unit). It won the 2011 CES Innovation Honoree Award for excellence in the category of Integrated Home Systems.

[Innovations Award] Blu-ray Disc Player (BP650)

This versatile little BP650 Blu-ray™ player’s attributes can be summed up in just two words: powerful playability! Rigged with all the processing wizardry necessary to meet the high demands of life in the fast lane, the BP650 is fully wired and ready to go. And at just 1.6 inches in width, it can be slipped in most bags or packs with ease. The 9 inch screen is ideal for watching your favorite movies in beautiful HD definition, displaying colors and shades in all their brilliance and depth. MKV and DivX files are handled with equal ease, and connectivity to secondary devices is a snap with convenient HDMI and USB hook ups. The BP650 is also designed to let users enjoy online content to their heart’s content through wired network access, adding even more tools and applications to the BP650’s impressive repertoire.

[Innovations Award] Blu-ray Rewriter (BP40LS20)

LG is unleashing the first optical disc drive with BDXL, letting customers sample the new standard in Blu-ray™ bliss. The bright minds over at Blu-ray™ figured out how to cram 128GB on a single disc, which means that now you can watch your favorite trilogy in awesome Blu-ray™ quality without ever having to switch discs. However, the BP40LS20 ODD has more tricks up its sleeve than just great Blu-ray™ BDXL playback. It also includes a Power DVD bundle software package that takes standard 2D DVD titles as well as file-based videos and utilizes a sophisticated conversion process to convert them into 3D quality, all in real-time. This translates into more time on your part watching a wider selection of your favorite titles in vibrant HD and eye-popping 3D. All in all, the BP40LS20 will change the way you feel about movies.

[Innovations Award] LED LCD Monitor (E2290V)

Its small design makes it easy to be placed anywhere; the thinnest part is only 7.2 mm and the thickness equal to six CDs stacked on each other. The monitor also provides full HD (1920 X 1080) resolution and crystal-clear images with 10 million to 1 contrast ratio and 0.2 milliseconds of response time. It has High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) ports so that users can enjoy high-definition images on various multimedia devices. With its outstanding features, this product won the CES Innovation Award 2011 in the Computer Accessories category.

[Innovations Award] Top-Loading Washer & Dryer (WT5101H / DLEX5101)

This energy-saving washer by LGE features the ColdWash™ function which uses cold water for washing, yet has the same cleaning effects as using warm water. Based on LGE's innovative WaveFroce™ and Inverter Direct Drive technology, its 6-Motion technology provides delicate and thorough cleaning technique equal to that of hand-washing. LG Inverter Direct Drive has a 10 year warranty. The SlamProof™ feature makes the product child-friendly and safe. Its full color touch LCD panel and elegant colors provide convenience and aesthetic satisfaction at the same time.

[Innovations Award] Steam Front-Loading Washer (WM3885HCCA / DLGX3886)

This large-size washer enables large amount of laundry while saving energy. Using the 6-Motion technology, which is based on Inverter Direct Drive with 10-year-warranty, the washer delicately and thoroughly cleans clothing as if they are washed with hands. It also features energy-saving ColdWash™ and allergy-proof TrueSteam™ functions to increase customer satisfaction. It is available in various colors and its modern design goes well anywhere.

[Innovations Award] Dishwasher (LDF9942ST)

This eco-friendly steam dishwasher uses TrueSteam™ technology to efficiently clean leftovers which were hard to remove with conventional dishwashers. LGE's exclusive Inverter Direct Drive technology provides better cleaning results using less water and energy. It also features an LCD control panel and an EZ Rack system for easy stacking of plates with different sizes.