Introducing the only 8 megapixel multimedia phone with a full touchscreen interface, LG Electronics (News - Alert) (LG), a worldwide technology and design provider of mobile communications, announced the launch of its LG-KC910.  Featured with a 3.0 inch full touchscreen, the LG-KC910 boasts top-of-the-range camera capabilities and the latest multimedia features.

 

The LG-KC910 is the successor of the multi-million selling camera phone, LG Viewty. When released, the LG-KC910 will be the slimmest 8 megapixel handset on the market at just 13.95 mm. This phone combines the latest multimedia features and an intuitive user interface, which according to LG, will exceed the performance of its predecessor. Offering improved viewing enjoyment, superior sound and better use of touch, LG has created a multi-sensorial experience like no other with this phone.

 

With its high-end multimedia features, the handset offers the ultimate multi-sensorial experience. In the global market, LG-KC910 is the first handset to include Dolby Mobile, an integrated suite of audio processing technologies which brings depth and richness as well as clean, powerful bass to the music listening experience.

 

The 8 megapixel camera in LG-KC910 is being developed to include Schneider-Kreuznach certified optics, a xenon flash and ISO sensitivity up to 1600. Other features provided in the camera include image stabilization, auto-focus, manual focus, Face Tracking, Smile Shot and blink detection. The LG-KC910 can geo-tag (News - Alert) photos for later plotting on an interactive map, with the help of an embedded GPS receiver. The camera will also have various creative shot modes which were found only on standalone digital cameras until now.

 

Allowing the recording of video in both fast and slow motion, the LG-KC910 can record video from 5fps up to 120fps. Without the need for additional encoding, the phone also plays DivX and Xvid movies straight out of the box. For experiencing and interacting with the LG-KC910’s multimedia features, a 3.0-inch WQVGA full touch LCD screen is the ideal platform. The phone also provides other features such as GPS enabled navigation, compatibility with the latest 3G HSDPA networks for connections up to 7.2Mbps and Wi-Fi for even faster Internet access.

 

“With our new flagship handset, the LG-KC910, we’ve once again combined a high-end camera with top-notch multimedia features and full touchscreen interface to provide the ultimate multimedia experience,” said Dr. Skott Ahn, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “According to our customers a full touchscreen interface is essential for fully utilizing high-end multimedia features and this is one of many areas where the LG-KC910 excels.”