Dublin, Ireland, 31 March, 2010 - LG Electronics (LG) today unveils plans to showcase the passive LCD 3D-ready TV to consumers – the 47-inch LD950 – at selected Harvey Norman stores in Ireland from the 2 April bringing the full 3D experience to consumers across the country for the first time.
Exclusive demonstrations of the 47-inch 3D-ready LD950 will occur at Harvey Norman stores in Cork, Limerick and Dublin, which will also enable consumers to pre-order units for May delivery.
This is the latest addition to LG’s portfolio of 3D technology, including the world’s first full LED 3D-ready TV (LX9900), the 3D-ready edge LED TV (LX6900) and 3D Blu-ray player (BX580). LG is the only flat panel manufacturer to currently offer both active and passive 3D-ready option to consumers.
Bringing an accessible and convenient 3D experience to consumer’s living rooms, the LD950 comes with four pairs of polarised glasses, perfect for sharing the ultimate 3D experience with family and friends. The model is also supported by HDMI version 1.4, meaning that viewers can access 3D content via 3D Blu-ray players, such as LG’s BX580 as well as 3D services from Sky and Virgin.
Beyond 3D technology, consumers can also still view standard 2D TV at the click of a button. The LX9900 and LX6900 also have the benefit of built in Freeview HD to provide up to five times improved picture quality than that of standard definition Freeview.
LG is committed to securing a dominant position in this fast growing market expected to surpass 80 million units by 2014, and aiming to achieve 25 percent share of 3D market in 2010. LG plans to offer a full package of 3D including a diversified line-up of 3D LED, LCD and Plasma TVs in screen sizes from 42 inches upwards utilising both passive and active technology. The perfect partner for these 3D TVs is the LG 3D Blu-ray players and the world’s first Full HD 3D projectors.
LX9900 Product specs:
· Infinia Design
· Ultra slim depth - 3.16 cm
· 1cm frame
· 960 LED lights within 55’ model
· 864 LED lights within 47’ model
· Full HD 1080p
· 3DTV (active)
· TruMotion 400Hz
· 10,000,000:1 Dynamic contrast ratio
· Intelligent Sensor
· Invisible Speaker (10w + 10w)
· Netcast (YouTube, Skype, Accu Weather, Picasa)
· Eco Flower
· Wireless AV link
· DLNA
· Bluetooth
· HDMI 1.4
· 2 Pairs of Active glasses included
LX6900 Product specs
· Ultra slim depth - 2.93 cm
· Full HD 1080p
· 3DTV (active)
· TruMotion 200Hz
· 8,000,000:1 Dynamic contrast ratio
· Intelligent Sensor
· Invisible Speaker (10w + 10w)
· Netcast (YouTube, Skype, Accu Weather, Picasa)
· Eco Flower
· Wireless AV link
· DLNA
· USB 2.0 (DivX HD, MP3, Jpeg play)
· 1 pair of Active glasses included
LD950 Product specs:
· 3DTV (passive)
· Full HD 1080p
· Intelligent Sensor
· TruMotion 200Hz
· USB 2.0 (DivX HD, MP3, Jpeg play)
· HDMI version 1.4
· 4 polarised glasses included
· Invisible speaker
· USB 2.0 (DivX HD, MP3, Jpeg play)
· 4XHDMI
BX580 Product Specs
· 3D Blu-ray playback
· HDMI version 1.4
· WIFI technology
· DLNA to connect to your home network
· External HDD playback
· NetCast to access YouTube, weather reports and online photos
· Gracenotes to get more information about your music
· USB connection – for playing movies, music and videos
LG will be showcasing the LD950 at the following Harvey Norman locations:
· Unit 8-9, South Ring West Business Park, Kinsale Road, Ballycurreen, Tramore Rd, Cork
· Units 5, 6 & 7, Crossagala Ind Est, City East Retail Park, Ballysimon Rd, Limerick
· Unit 5, 6, & 7, Airside Retail Park, Business Park, Swords, Co. Dublin
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About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 84,000 people working in 115 operations including 84 subsidiaries around the world. With 2009 global sales of 55.5 trillion Korean Won (43.4 billion US Dollars), LG comprises of five business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning and Business Solutions. LG is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, audio and video products, mobile handsets, air conditioners and washing machines. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner of Formula 1™ and a Technology Partner of Formula 1™. As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit www.lge.com
About LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company
The LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company is a top global player in flat panel displays, audio players and video products for the consumer and professional markets. LG's product areas include LCD and plasma televisions, home theater systems, Blu-ray disc players, audio components and video players, and plasma display panels, among others. While focusing on creating feature-rich devices, the company is also pursuing stylish designs and pushing technological boundaries to improve the home entertainment experience.
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