LG Viewty Camera Phone Released in India

LG Electronics has announced the availability of its camera phone, the LG-KU990, also called the LG Viewty, in the Indian market.

Designed for professional photography, this mobile phone was unveiled by Model-turned-Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone. The company boasts that the phone comes with the world’s first easy-to-use features. The device is Schneider-Kreuznach certified for its distinct clarity. It sports 5 mega-pixel camera with Xenon flash, manual focus for the users to focus on any point and claims to deliver perfect pictures.

Moreover, the high-end Viewty also packs ISO800 and SmartLight along with one touch Image Stabilizer for bright and clear pictures in poor light or shaky moments. Consumers can view and edit their images, once they have clicked it with its handwriting editing function.

According to V. Ramachandran, Director, Sales and Marketing, LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd., “Mobile users are aspiring for better quality images to capture life’s special moments and we have responded to the market needs by launching Viewty. Following the success of Chocolate and Shine phones, we expect to have a hat trick with Viewty. In fact Viewty is seen as a much awaited product from LG and we are sure our technological edge and style factor will be taken well in the Indian market.”

The stylish handset carries a 3-inch LDC full touch screen along with touch signal, confirming proper functioning of the touch screen. You can also enjoy high quality DivX Video files in wide screen format via the LCD display. Additionally, it also offers 120fps video recording function, making video capturing easy. Users can not only share images but videos too to YouTube with just a single-click connection via HSDPA 3.6 high speed internet capability.

Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone expressed, “The Viewty has the perfect balance of style and technology, something that a brand like LG is always known for. The phone is indeed a must have for all those who perceive mobile phones as an extension of their personality. The LG Viewty has extra-ordinary features to offer and it has indeed raised the bar in the mobile phone market.”

LG has mounted a jog wheel on the back of the LG-KU990 for quick scrolling and searching. It also enables the user to control the volume fast-forward or rewind function as well as zoom in and out, while playing music or videos. Various modes such as Camera, Video and Album can be activated with the 3-step module key.

“The launch of LG ‘Viewty’ shows LG’s commitment to providing mobile users with high feature-led technology in the palm of their hand. This new offering from LG will re-define the standard in the camera phone market, providing first class features and allowing consumers to enjoy viewing and sharing their photos”, mentioned Anil Arora, Business Group Head, GSM, LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd.

According to reports, LG Viewty has sold over 310,000 units globally within just 5 weeks after its launch in Europe in 2007. The astounding blend of technology and feature-rich Viewty handset has bagged the most sought after 2008 iF product design award.

Presently, the LG Viewty is out in the Indian market for Rs. 21,900.