Sony will launch its new 84-inch 4K TV in a few days

 

It seems that now is the season of presenting large televisions. First it was LG who presented a 84-inch model, and now it is the turn to Sony, who will present his new 84-inch 4K TV under the IFA 2012, which will take place in Berlin from August 29 to September 5. As expected, this new TV will possess a resolution of 4096 × 3072 pixels, which is also known as 4K resolution.
It seems that the design of this giant 84-inch will be a combination of retro style and modern style. The TV will be compatible with Blu-ray reproductos current high end and is expected to hit the market with a price of $ 30,000.

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Displays LG begins mass production of iPhone 5 screens

 

More and more data are filtered and details on the new generation of iPhone to Apple . Recently, he has begun to circulate the rumor that LG Displays, a supplier of apple screens has already begun mass producing 4-inch screens that will incorporate the future iPhone 5. Recall that the company has already made screens for Apple before, as in the case of the iPad screen and some iPhone.
The now begin mass production of screens means that the smartphone will have to be released soon, so every time it seems more logical that the date for submissions is September 12.
There is less time to wait, and in just over two weeks and maybe Could we see the iPhone 5 in all its glory.

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A contest awards in New York to faster texting with mobile phone

New York celebrates today the sixth annual edition of a championship that tests the speed to write text messages with the mobile phone that will award $ 50,000 to the contestant whose fingers are more agile with the key.
"The stage is set, the phone loaded, thumbs ready," said LG, the company sponsoring the event in Facebook dedicated to monitoring this particular competition, held today at the flagship Times Square.
It involves eleven contestants come from different parts of the U.S., aged between 16 and 24 years, what will be played and a prize of $50,000, with the only weapons their mobile phones.
Candidates must pass three tests: writing a SMS blindfolded, another with his hands behind his back and one last called "bombing", which will play a message that will see a few seconds before displaying the next.
In this issue there will be a playoff round against bullying as part of a campaign launched jointly by LG and the TV channel Cartoon Network, urging the public to send an SMS to show their commitment to this cause.
The campaign "Stop Bullying: Speak up" aims to provide parents with the resources needed to promote responsible mobile use among adolescents.
"By asking our audience that position against all forms of harassment, including those that are widespread in the digital space, we hope to make them aware of available tools and steps to help stop these practices," said LG spokesman James Fishler said in a statement.

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LG Lightwave Oven, one of the best appliances in the world

 

LG is an innovator and leader when it comes to products for the home . Recently, the Korean giant introduced a kind of super-furnace named LG Lightwave Oven. Why super-oven? Because it is much more than an oven. In fact, it is a combination of an oven various electrical appliances which include a microwave has a grill, have a convection system and fermentation, integrates also a toaster and has some functions not to mention that we can control it remotely using our smartphone . We can even program it to cook our food when we are not at home.
The Lightwave Oven will cost about $ 750.

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Apple security firm AuthenTec bought for $ 356 million

 

The Apple bought the technology company AuthenTec security for $ 356 million, according to CNET .

The AuthenTec provides security solutions for various platforms, including Mac OS and even Android, and other large customers such as Cisco, HBO, HP, Lenovo, LG, Samsung and Motorola.

The company specializes in network security and authentication, and video solutions. Their technology could be incorporated into iOS devices or services streaming video on the entire ecosystem of devices from Apple.

With the acquisition, Apple seems to be more concerned about the safety of their devices. Recently, the company's systems were targeted by malware - both the Mac OS X and iOS, which suffered the first attack of malicious software.

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LG V720 27-inch integrated processor and 3D display Ivy Bridge

 

The new all in one from LG, called LG V720, is without doubt one of the best models of computer desktop of the company. Not only have a 27 inch wide screen, high definition, but also is said to have a processor Ivy Bridge, the new and known generation of Intel Core processors.
The LG V720 is obviously a high end model that will carry within it a Intel Core i5 CPU and I have 3D display, but there is also a variant that incorporates a second-generation Core (Sandy Bridge) and has no 3D display. Other things that we can look forward include an Nvidia GeForce GT640M 1GB port USB 3.0 , 8GB of DDR3 RAM and a 750GB hard drive.

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New LG XNote N450 and N550 announced

LG has just introduced two new laptops from 14 to 15 inches in his native country, and are the small LG XNote N450 and N550 XNote older sister. Both not only have Intel Core i5/i7 third generation, but also have a graphics card AMD Radeon HD 7650M.
The XNote N450 has a screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, while the N550 XNote resolution is 1600 × 900. The latter also has also a software to convert video exclusive 2D to 3D in just one click.
Both share the specifications are a maximum of 8GB of RAM, 500GB HDD, WiFi connectivity, Ethernet port, webcam, card reader, SRS sound and HDMI output.

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LG will pay 311.8 million euros for price fixing screens

 

LG has agreed to pay a fine of $ 380 million (311.8 million euros) to end a process in the United States which accuses the company have agreed the price of LCD screens with other companies. LG has pleaded not guilty, but has preferred to pay the penalty before entering into a more expensive process.
The South Korean company was one of the firms reported by the U.S. authorities have agreed on the prices of LCD screens. The agreement between the companies would attack on the free market rules, with that consumers had to pay more for the acquisition of such screens.
In particular, the authorities have determined that the agreements between the companies were established between 1996 and 2006. Among those involved were companies such as Samsung, have already paid a fine for this 240 million dollars, Toshiba, who paid $ 21 million, and AU Optronics, which the BBC paid out 170 million.
In your case, LG has received a fine of $ 380 million. The South Korean company has agreed to make payment no longer claim the sanction. However, from LG stressed that they are innocent of the charges and the payment of compensation is an attempt to avoid prolonging a dispute that could lead to large costs. Given that the other company had to give way, LG have tried to solve the case rather than expand it.
The heavy penalties are intended to pay any customer complaints that could be affected by a price altered by agreement of the manufacturers. In addition, the participating states in the case of the fines received from LG, Samsung and other companies.
Related links:
- BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-18825306)

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Optimus LG Vu 2 is presented in a few weeks

 

While LG has already revealed the identity of its latest mobile, the LG Vu 2 Optimus, not yet officially announced, which will be held during IFA 2012, ie from 31 August to 5 September this year. What we know so far about smartphone Android premium is relatively small. It will have a 4-inch touch screen with 1024 × 768 pixels and also incorporate a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor at 1.5GHz S4 (assume it will be one of the new quad-core variants with technology 28nm).
Remember also that LG Vu 2 Optimus Android 4.0 available ICS. Too bad that does not have the new Android 4.1 Jellybean.

 

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