Saturday, April 5, 2008

LG and Rogers Wireless Into New VU Phone


LG Electronics recently unveiled its new Touch series of mobile phones, available through Rogers Wireless (News - Alert) starting in May. One of these phones is the LG VU, featuring a touch screen and virtual QWERTY keypad.

�As the leading wireless carrier in the country, Rogers Wireless prides itself on offering our customers the latest innovations and best selection of handsets,� said John Boynton, senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Rogers Wireless, in a statement.

Boynton added, �The perfect mix of design and technology powered by our 3G high-speed networks makes the LG VU a truly formidable device for gadget enthusiasts and style lovers alike.�

The LG VU combines a full HTML browser with Rogers Wireless' HSPA network. It also features a 2 megapixel camera with auto focus and a music player with 4GB storage.

�LG Canada is excited about the launch of the LG VU to Rogers' customers who place great importance on leading edge style and technology,� said Andrew Barrett, vice president of marketing at LG Electronics (News - Alert) Canada, in a statement. �With the LGVU we have completely unbuttoned a cell phone so Canadians can touch, stroke or glide their way through all of its innovative features.�

LG and Rogers Wireless expect that users will take advantage of the VU�s capabilities for applications like video on demand, music downloads and e-mail. The phone is compatible with GSM/GPRS/EDGE/HSPA and supports 7.2 Mbps HSPA data connectivity.

Rogers Wireless (a Rogers Communications (News - Alert) subsidiary) is a Canadian wireless voice and data communications provider. It claims to be Canada�s largest wireless provider.

LG Electronics is a consumer electronics manufacturer that employs more than 82,000 employees worldwide. It makes mobile handsets, flat panel TVs, air conditioners, front-loading washing machines, optical storage products, DVD players and home theater systems.

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