{"id":6544,"date":"2014-10-10T13:51:06","date_gmt":"2014-10-10T05:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/?p=6544"},"modified":"2014-10-10T13:53:35","modified_gmt":"2014-10-10T05:53:35","slug":"lg-announces-new-budget-friendly-smartphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/2014\/10\/10\/lg-announces-new-budget-friendly-smartphones\/","title":{"rendered":"LG announces new budget-friendly smartphones"},"content":{"rendered":"

LG Electronics (LG) has announced the latest additions to its budget-friendly mid-range L series mobile devices: the L Fino and the L60 smartphones.<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to Jay Won, vice president for LG Mobile Philippines, \u201cL Fino represents LG\u2019s commitment to strengthen its smartphones portfolio by focusing on creating a more premium user experience at the entry and mid-priced segments.\u201d “Fino” is the Spanish word for “fine.”<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>

The L Fino<\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

With a suggested retail price of Php7,990, the L Fino features 1.2GHz Quad-Core processor and a 4.5-inch display, and comes with a 1,900mAh battery.<\/p>\n

With its \u201cDesigned for Funtography\u201d philosophy, the L Fino combines fun with smartphone photography as it gives users quality, blur-free images with premium features that can once be seen only in the high-tier LG G series. These include Touch & Shoot, the selfie Gesture Shot and a front camera light which allows users to take a clear snap of themselves even in the dark.<\/p>\n

It is also the first L series model to sport LG\u2019s trademark rear key button, as well as the brand\u2019s signature Knock Code and adjustable Smart Keyboard, and an 8 MP camera and true IPS display.<\/p>\n

Available in white and black, the L Fino allows buyers to choose between these two classic colors with LG\u2019s signature sleek body.<\/p>\n

The L Fino’s key specifications are:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Display: 4.5-inch WVGA IPS (800 x 480 \/ 207ppi)
\n\u2022 Memory: 1GB RAM \/ 4GB\u00a0\u00a0 eMMC ROM \/ MicroSD slot (up to 32 GB)
\n\u2022 Camera: Rear 8MP \/ Front VGA
\n\u2022 Battery: 1,900mAh
\n\u2022 Operating System: Android 4.4.2 KitKat
\n\u2022 Size: 127.5 x 67.9 x 11.9mm
\n\u2022 Network: HSPA+ 21Mbps (3G)
\n\u2022 Other: Knock Code \/ QuickCircle\u2122 Case<\/p>\n

Newest family member<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another addition to the mid-range L series is the L60 smartphone, a member of the L Series III family.<\/p>\n

The LG L60 smartphone, priced at Php5,990, employs a modern \u201cslimmed\u201d design and has a woven back texture that gives users a comfortable grip while giving the handset a modern look.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>

The L 60<\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n

Although with a sleek body, one can still enjoy a 4.3\u201d display, while its 1,540mAh battery will allow you to maximize the phones\u2019 functionalities and its 1.3GHz dual core CPU will ensure a heightened user experience.<\/p>\n

It also has a dual SIM to provide utmost convenience to users. Set different ringtones, vibrations, or alert sounds for each SIM for further customization.<\/p>\n

Key Specifications of L 60:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Display: 4.3-inch WVGA (480X800)
\n\u2022 Memory: 512 MB RAM \/ 4GB eMMC ROM \/ MicroSD slot (up to 32 GB)
\n\u2022 Camera: Rear 5MP FF \/ Front VGA
\n\u2022 Battery: 1,540 mAh Li-ion
\n\u2022 Operating System: Android 4.4.2 KitKat
\n\u2022 Size: 124.1 x 66.3 x 12.0mm
\n\u2022 Network: HSPA+ 21Mbps (3G)
\n\u2022 Other Features: Knock Code\/Guest mode, Panorama shot<\/p>\n

\u201cWith smartphone users becoming savvier, we believe that the L Fino and the L 60 models will enjoy a strong following among customers who are seeking performance and feature-rich smart phones at affordable prices,\u201d Won said.<\/p>\n

Extended promo<\/strong><\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, LG is giving more Filipinos the chance to own the earlier released L Series III smartphones and other LG Mobile handsets with as much as Php5,000 off on their respective selling prices.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are giving our consumers an early merry surprise this ber-month with our extended early Christmas promo, where they can get their favorite LG smartphones at lower prices,\u201d Won said.<\/p>\n

Consumers can get the other L Series III models like LG L80 for only Php9,990; the LG L70 for Php7,490; and the LG L40 for P4,490 until October 31, 2014 only.<\/p>\n

The early Christmas sale will also give customers Php5,000 off on the LG G Pro 2, now for Php27,990; the LG G2 for Php25,990 (32 GB) and Php21,990 (16GB); the LG G2 mini for Php12,490; and the LG G Pro for Php11,990.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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