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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Sony and Panasonic might team up to make OLEDs, and prices may fall quicker
This is just in the discussion phase, but these two long-time rivals might be considering this desperate measure to combat Korea's dominance in the television market, and to prevent them from being left behind in the burgeoning OLED market.
Hopefully this won't lead to more losses due to underpriced products, but the consumer will win either way (at least in the short term).
Read more here: http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/unexpected-sony-and-panasonic-partnership-could-see-the-price-of-oled-tvs-quickly-fall/
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Hilarious article title includes "Asian giants wrestle"
I would post this article because of the content about televisions and the new OLED, and also because of the references to several brands that we service like LG, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, Toshiba and Sharp.
But it's the title of the article that I keep enjoying:
"Analysis: As technology shifts, Asian giants wrestle for TV control"
For someone with my imagination, I am picturing giant asians wrestling over a huge remote control, and hopefully now you are, too.
P.S. It's a very informative article on the subject.
Enjoy: Analysis: As technology shifts, Asian giants wrestle for TV control
LG accounces plan to sell new OLED TVs for $9000
These are going to be much thinner than current LCDs as they do not require a backlight, and they have sharper images than LCD televisions.
It's a higher price than expected, but every TV manufacturer is finally coming to the stark realization that competition and low pricing has lead to record losses for the industry. (That and the fact that production costs for these TVs are much higher).
Frankly, I would rather buy a television that will last, can be repaired, and will have reasonably priced parts from the manufacturer, but that's just me.
Read the article: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-05-11/lg-said-to-plan-selling-oled-tvs-for-more-than-9-000-in-u-dot-s-dot
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Google teams up with LG, Samsung, Sony and Vizio for try #2 at Google TV
In this Yahoo! article, we learn that Google TV is back for a second try, and it's supposed to be faster, better, stronger than before.
Check it out on our Facebook page, and while you are there, please LIKE us. :)
Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/Service.Care/posts/232299930212333
Friday, April 06, 2012
LG's new refrigerators say they will "Blast Chill" a can of soda in minutes
UsingUsing a process used in steel mills and other industrial settings, LG says they can cool down your can of soda (or perhaps... beer?) in mere minutes.
I'm sure there is a demographic for this product, especially here in the South.
Read about it here at TechnologyTell: LG Fast Cooling Fridge.
Posted by Toxey at 3:36 PM
Categories: LG, Refrigerator
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Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Samsung gains serious lead in LCD TV sales competition
The top 5 sales leaders for fourth quarter 2011 were (in order from highest to lowest):
Samsung - 23.6%
Vizio - 15.4%
LG - 12.4%
Sony - 8%
Toshiba - 7.8%
Of course, it should be kept in mind that in a previous post we listed how LCD sales are flattening in the U.S., so this is sales shares of a shrinking market.
Read more about the LCD sales leaders here: click to read article on DealerScope
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
LG's 55 inch OLED to launch in May for just under $8,000
That's a lot of TV, for quite a few coins. Apparently, it's worth it, if you're the kind of person that must have the biggest, newest, etc. Reviews have given this TV high marks.
Read more here: http://www.theverge.com/2012/3/27/2905491/lg-55-inch-oled-tv-price-release-date
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
U.S. to impose duties on Samsung/LG/Electrolux refrigerator/freezers
Stemming originally from a complaint from Whirlpool Corp. to the U.S. International Trade Commission, these duties are a reaction to discounted appliances being brought in from Mexico and South Korea.
Samsung and LG contest the decision and the logic behind it.
Posted by Toxey at 2:20 PM
Categories: Appliances, Electrolux, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool
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Thursday, March 08, 2012
Yabazam 3D will stream 3D movies direct to LG Smart TVs
It's just trailers for now, but they say next month they'll have pay-per-view 3d content (aka movies) available on these LG TVs through the Yabazam 3D App.
I guess if you bought a 3D TV, and a new movie comes out, you can try it and see if you like it, instead of having to buy the DVD? Convenience is king.
Anyway, read more about LG 3d Streaming App here: http://www.dealerscope.com/article/lg-tvs-get-3d-streaming-app
Posted by Toxey at 5:18 PM
Edited on: Thursday, March 08, 2012 5:23 PM
Categories: LG, Televisions
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Wednesday, March 07, 2012
LG to sponsor 2012 NCAA Final Four in New Orleans
Their sponsorship will include a challenge between two former basketball players that will somehow involve doing chores with LG household appliances... yep, chores. Might be pretty fun, or at least funny.
The proceeds from that challenge will be going to two charities mentioned in the article.
Read more about LG's sponsorship of the Final Four here: http://www.dealerscope.com/article/lg-plans-final-four-challenge
Posted by Toxey at 3:46 PM
Edited on: Wednesday, March 07, 2012 3:55 PM
Categories: Appliances, LG
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Friday, March 02, 2012
LG gets Energy Star award
LG named Energy Star Partner of the Year for 2012, for their efforts in producing products that are energy efficient.
Read more (although there's not much more to it): http://www.dealerscope.com/article/lg-gets-energy-star-award#
Posted by Toxey at 4:41 PM
Edited on: Wednesday, March 07, 2012 3:56 PM
Categories: Appliances, LG
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
"Smart" appliances slightly closer to reality.
The idea of cool appliances that tell you when you're out of milk or that it has expired, or save you energy by working with the power company's smart meters to use the cheapest electricity is a really cool idea...
but it's been a slow-to-start idea.
Experts suggest that things should be picking up soon, with companies like LG, Samsung, BSH (Bosch and Thermador), Electrolux and Whirlpool planning for higher sales in the future on smart refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers and other appliances.
Read more: http://www.connectedworldmag.com/latestNews.aspx?id=NEWS120216074006197
Posted by Toxey at 10:55 AM
Edited on: Wednesday, March 07, 2012 3:57 PM
Categories: Appliances, Bosch, Electrolux, LG, Samsung, Thermador, Whirlpool
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
LG Electronics' high expectations indicate U.S. economic improvement?
LG Electronics, the third largest mobile phone maker, is experiencing an 8 month high in trading and profitability expectations. Some indicators show that this could be a reflection of improvements in the outlook of U.S. and other "advanced markets".
Here's hoping it's getting better.
Read more: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-02-14/lg-electronics-climbs-on-outlook-for-earnings.html
Posted by Toxey at 8:42 AM
Categories: Electronics, LG
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18.05.2012 by Toxey, 9:47pm