LG may not be doing as well as Samsung in the smartphone market but it didn't stop the Korean electronics major from announcing the launch of its latest smartphone - the Optimus LTE2 - the very same day Samsung unveiled its flagship Galaxy S3.
It is unlikely that Optimus LTE2 will get the same attention as Galaxy S3 in the coming weeks but, having said that, we must mention that LG's latest smartphone does boast of impressive specs. Let's check them out.
True HD IPS Display
After Samsung and Pantech, LG is the third major Korean electronics manufacturer to introduce a flagship phone this week. LG did not provide a lot of specs for its LG Optimus LTE2, but it is heavily touting the smartphone's True HD IPS display. LG did not mention the screen's resolution or size, but it will likely be one of the most impressive mobile panels available today.
Longer Battery Life
The LG Optimus LTE2 will come with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich installed out of the box, and will offer longer battery life - about 40 percent longer than similar smartphones, said LG. The battery life is also 40 percent longer compared to the original Optimus LTE, more commonly known as the LG Nitro HD. According to the company, the longer battery life is due to a combination of a processing chip with integrated LTE (most likely a Snapdragon S4 MSM8960) and a 2,150mAh battery. In addition, the smartphone has an integrated inductive charging coil.
2GB of RAM
The most impressive feature, however, is 2GB of RAM, making the LG Optimus LTE2 the first smartphone to boast such specs. According to LG, the extra memory should ensure high stability, even if a user runs multiple applications simultaneously. On the other hand, as impressive as 2GB of RAM may sound, it seems a bit of an overkill for a phone. There are many other Android devices capable of running multiple apps simultaneously even with less RAM.
Lastly, the software side includes a five-shot burst function for the camera, as well as voice recognition for taking photos. Just say "Kimchi" to take a shot.
For now, the only market confirmed for the LG Optimus LTE 2 smartphone is South Korea, where LG has its headquarters. The company has already secured deals with three Korean carriers, and is due to arrive sometime in mid-May. LG has not yet provided pricing details or other additional country availability.
