LG Electronics stories

LG Electronics’ revenue in NZ grows by 57% in FY 2021
Mon, 8th Aug 2022
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The New Zealand branch of LG Electronics Australia's total revenue shot up by nearly NZD $45 million reaching a total of $123.7 million for FY 2021.

LG Electronics brings on Aussie AV distributor Alloys
Thu, 7th Jul 2022
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LG Electronics Australia Business Solutions has appointed Australian AV distributor Alloys as a new distribution partner.

LG to demonstrate new ways of using flexible OLED displays
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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LG will demonstrate its new flexible OLED technology at CES 2022, showing how it can create new and different experiences in the home.

LG Electronics Australia posts $15.8m profit for FY 2020
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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The company’s New Zealand branch also received NZ$203,858 in wage subsidies from the New Zealand government during COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020.

LG quits the smartphone business
Wed, 7th Apr 2021
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It becomes the first major smartphone brand to exit the market.

LG embarks on mission to bring unique smartphone designs to life
Thu, 10th Sep 2020
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The Explorer Project is both an initiative and a category of phone, and will include devices that deliver unexplored usability experiences, according to a statement from the company.

LG VELVET smartphone lands in Australia
Wed, 29th Jul 2020
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The company says the device ushers in a new era of user-centric design, innovative multi-media features and a 5G compatible user experience.

LG's NZ branch posts promising FY19 results
Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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LG's New Zealand branch has reported an increase in total revenue, but a decrease in net profit in the company's financial results for 2019.

LG to launch affordable K series smartphones in Aus
Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
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The K series includes quad camera functionality, FHD+ FullVision display and AI features across the range.

LG unveils new generation of monitors, for professionals and gamers
Tue, 31st Dec 2019
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These monitors feature a new ‘ergo’ design for improved comfort and productivity, and are targeted for professionals and gamers.

LG's massive 88-inch 8K TV lands in Singapore
Mon, 18th Nov 2019
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LG’s massive 88-inch OLED 8K TV is now available in Singapore, but be prepare for a rather large price tag if you want it in your living room.

LG and Qualcomm band together to boost in-car experience
Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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Harnessing webOS Auto and Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive Development Platform (ADP), the companies aim to create and advance a more convenient in-car experience for drivers and passengers alike.

LG releases insane 88in 8K OLED TV
Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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It includes the LG Alpha 9 (α9) Gen 2 processor, Cinema HDR, and LG ThinQ AI with Google Assistant support built-in and Amazon Alexa on its way.

Security flaw left Android phones open to SMS phishing attacks found
Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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Check Point Research discovered the vulnerability impacts phones from Samsung, Huawei, LG, and Sony.

LG's first 8K TV goes on sale in Australia
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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LG Australia is delivering its first 8K television starting from today, bringing the latest in LG’s range of premium TVs to Australians.

Gartner - 5G will give global smartphone market bump in 2020
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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This will mean some respite after the Australian market’s massive 2019 decline and help NZ’s see some stability.

LG rolls out Apple AirPlay 2 on 2019 ThinQ AI TVs
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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Users can stream their favourite movies and television shows from the Apple TV app and other video apps as well as view photos directly on their LG AI TVs.

LG launches G8S THINQ in Aus market
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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LG’s new smartphone offering provides a range of options for biometric security, including the new vein recognition solution with Hand ID.

LG and Qt partner for embedding new devices with webOS
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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The expanded partnership will focus on embedding LG’s open source webOS platform in future automotive, robotics and smart home devices.

BlackBerry + LG accelerate partnership for autonomous vehicles
Thu, 27th Jun 2019
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"We are thrilled to build on and expand our relationship with them as part of our commitment to provide automakers with safety-certified, secure and reliable solutions."

A detailed look at the global wearables market
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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ResearchAndMarkets.com released a new report, providing a comprehensive examination of the state of the wearables market for the next five years.

LG releases raft of new smart appliances
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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Includes fridges, freezers, washing machines, an auto-steamer, and a robotic vacuum/mop.

LG gears up for 8K OLED TV launch
Mon, 10th Jun 2019
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LG’s new 8K OLED TV is now on sale in South Korea, but those in other parts of the world will have to wait a little longer to get their hands on the 88-inch TV set.

Alexa to join the living room through LG TVs
Wed, 29th May 2019
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The update will be implemented through the Alexa app on 2019 TVs featuring ThinQ AI.