LG launches WIDEBOOK Notebook Series

Bangalore: LG Electronics has unveiled its new WIDEBOOK notebook range. Each model in the series features a wide 16:9 HD LED-backlit display and Intel Core 2 Duo processor. "Notebooks are more popular than desktop PCs in many parts of the world due to their mobility and connectivity. The key to success in the market going forward is to design lighter, more stylish notebooks with powerful PC-like functions," said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "We believe that LG's advanced technology and experience in the mobile sector positions us well to deliver cutting-edge products to our consumers." The WIDEBOOK is optimized for HD content and has a 1600 x 900 and 1368 x 768 pixel resolutions, depending on the model. It is powered by Intel Core 2 Duo processors with 2GB or 4GB of turbo memory and a NVIDIA GeForce graphics chip with up to 1GB of DDR2 video memory. The WIDEBOOK series includes a 3G modem chipset which provides a connection to wireless networks in any location offering GSM, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS or HSDPA networks. It also features a 1.3-megapixel webcam. The WIDEBOOK range comprises of five models - the R580/R560, R480/R460. The series is available in various screen sizes, R580 and R560 have a 15.6" display while the R480 and R460 units include a 14" screen and R380 has a 13.3" panel. The five new WIDEBOOK notebooks will be rolled out first in Turkey, Dubai and Saudi Arabia, followed by other countries in Asia, Europe, North America and Latin America throughout September.