LG Delivers New Bluetooth Minibeam Projector, More L Series Smartphones

LG Electronics keeps announcing new products prior to the IFA show in Berlin next month. The company today announced the Bluetooth MiniBeam projector (model PW700) along with two new smartphone models in its low-end L series. The PW700) is coming to the European markets next month. The portable device is capable of projecting clear images on any flat surface and also stream sound wirelessly to any compatible audio system, including headphones and home theater systems.

This tiny projector measures a compact 172mm x 117mm and weighs 580g, less than a bottle of water. With 700 ANSI-Lumens of brightness, 100,000:1 contrast ratio and sharp 1280 x 800 resolution, it can convert a living room wall, bedroom ceiling into a cinematic experience. Screen sharing options such as WiDi, Miracast and HDMI make accessing content stored on laptops, smartphones and a range of other electronic devices easy.

The LG PW700 will be available in key European markets starting in September followed in October by countries in Asia and the Middle East.

Seperately, LG said Wednesday it will roll out two new smartphone models in its low-end L series later this month that will feature high-tech features similar to the more expensive G series.

The L Bello and L Fino come with 5-inch and 4.5-inch screens, respectively, along with a 8 megapixel camera on the back and a 1 megapixel camera on the front.

The L Fino and L Bello continue LG’s signature Rear Key button design and come equipped with a class-leading 8MP camera and proprietary UX features.

Highlights of the L Fino and L Bello include:

Touch & Shoot helps capture special moments quickly by letting users tap anywhere on the display to focus and shoot in one single step.
Gesture Shot enables users to simply open and close a hand in front of the lens to start a three-second countdown before triggering the shutter.
Front Camera Light reduces the size of the preview screen and adds a bright white background for softer lighting in self-portrait mode.
Knock Code enables users to unlock their LG smartphones in one easy step by tapping a personalized "knock" pattern on the phone’s display.
QuickCircle Case gives easy access to frequently used functions such as calling, text messaging, music and camera all from the window without opening the cover.

Starting this month, LG will begin rolling out the L Fino and L Bello in key 3G markets in Latin America, with countries in Europe, Asia, and CIS to follow.
L Fino Key Specifications:

Chipset: 1.2GHz Quad-Core
Display: 4.5-inch WVGA IPS (800 x 480 / 207ppi)
Memory: 1GB RAM / 4GB
Camera: Rear 8MP / Front VGA
Battery: 1,900mAh
Operating System: Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Size: 127.5 x 67.9 x 11.9mm
Network: HSPA+ 21Mbps (3G)
Colors: White / Black / Gold / Red / Green (varies by market)

L Bello Key Specifications: