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First Tablet in LG's Premium ‘G' Series Becomes Official Via Video
UK, 27th August, 2013 - LG Electronics (LG) today officially confirmed that it will soon introduce its newest tablet, the LG G Pad 8.3, via a video on its YouTube site (http://y2u.be/4Yg4qpuPthM). LG's newest mobile product will join the company's premium brand ‘G' Series as the first tablet device. The addition of LG G Pad 8.3 will expand the spectrum of the ‘G' Series line-up, expanding its brand beyond smartphones for the first time.
"As exemplified by our recently introduced LG G2 smartphone, we are very focused on developing innovation that reflects the needs and desires of global consumers," said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "The LG G Pad 8.3 is the perfect form factor that delivers an exceptional viewing experience and we're very proud to make it part of our G Series brand."
With unparalleled features that set a new level of tablet performance, LG G Pad 8.3 is expected to give LG a solid footprint in the tablet space. LG G Pad 8.3 will be available in target markets in the fourth quarter with prices to be announced at launch time.
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 87,000 people working in 113 locations around the world. With 2012 global sales of USD 45.22 billion (KRW 50.96 trillion), LG comprises five business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning & Energy Solution and Vehicle Components - and is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit www.LGnewsroom.com.
About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and innovator in mobile communications. With its breakthrough technologies and innovative designs, LG continues to establish a number of benchmarks in the smartphone market, while also helping create a better lifestyle for consumers by delivering a wholly enhanced smartphone experience. As a leader in 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, LG continues its commitment to developing ground-breaking LTE technologies and fulfilling consumer demands with differentiated LTE devices of the highest quality, all of which are based on the company's wealth of LTE patents and technical knowledge. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.
