LG Electronics (LG) have unveiled a range of new products at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, USA. The products include including a transparent TV, wireless soundbars, AI powered smart home assistants, tumbler washers, refrigerators, air conditioners, coffee machines that can blend two flavours at once, and many other technologies.
The company is now actively working with its authorized dealers and retail partners in Kenya to ensure availability of these products.
“We are delighted to bring LG’s latest innovations to the Kenyan market. Our commitment to delivering premium products that enhance the lives of consumers remains unwavering, and we believe these innovations will resonate well with the tech-savvy audience in Kenya,” said Dongwong Lee, the Managing Director of LG Electronics East Africa.
Below are some of the products to look out for;
1. LG Signature OLED T
The transparent 4K SIGNATURE OLED T TV wirelessly integrates with external devices, providing installation flexibility and enhancing interior design freedom. Its transparent and wireless features enable it to blend into any space, complementing interior design and offering an extension of future living experiences. The transparent screen also enhances the viewing experience of media artworks.
2. LG Styler
The LG Styler clothing care solution incorporates a handheld, high-pressure steamer, Dynamic Moving Hanger and Dual TrueSteam™ technology. It delivers faster and more effective clothes-refreshing cycles with improved drying, dehumidification and de-wrinkling performance. The new model features a high-pressure steamer that makes it easier to remove wrinkles from shirts and other garments, and saves the hassle of having to use a separate iron. Users can simply hang their wrinkled clothes inside the door, take out the steamer attached to the bottom of the Styler, and initiate the steam process with the press of a button. The steamer employs powerful, high-pressure steam to penetrate garments, leaving them smooth and soft, significantly reducing the need for ironing.1 Moreover, the compact size of the high-pressure handy steamer enhances convenience and allows for easy storage inside the Styler.
3. LG CineBeam Qube
LG’s latest projector, the LG CineBeam Qube (model HU710PB) can quickly transform an indoor space into a movie theater and features a compact and light design with a convenient 360-degree rotatable handle. Although one of the smallest projectors available, the LG CineBeam Qube is a powerful performer, capable of projecting 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) resolution images measuring up to 120 inches. The colour accuracy of the CineBeam Qube means movies and other content are displayed just as their creators intended, with rich colors and deep blacks that add depth and vibrancy to every scene. Additionally, LG’s premium 4K projector comes with Auto Screen Adjustment, which has an auto-focus feature that automatically optimizes image placement and size for a superb viewing experience, every time.
4. LG Gram Pro Laptops
LG is expanding its LG gram series in 2024, offering consumers a wider selection of compelling choices, including the new LG gram Pro. The perfect blend of power and portability, LG gram series ultra-lightweight laptops combine high-end specifications with exceptionally slim yet durable designs and all-day battery life. The LG gram Pro 2-in-1 (model 16T90SP) has already won a CES 2024 Innovation Award and was recently listed in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS as the lightest 16-inch 2-in-1 laptop. All 2024 models come with the latest AI-enabled functions on LG gram Link app, simplifying tasks like file sharing, photo sharing and screen mirroring across LG gram, Android and iOS devices. The new LG gram Pro laptops are also embedded with the Intel AI Boost, Intel’s neural processing unit (NPU) that can handle AI workloads even without a network connection.
5. LG Myview 4K Smart Monitor
The new lineup of the LG MyView is designed for productivity and entertainment, with each monitor coming with the acclaimed webOS platform and offers a variety of user-friendly features and connectivity options. These smart monitors enable users to stream movies, series and sports, listen to music and work remotely without having to connect to a PC. The new-for-2024 models – including the CES Innovation Award-winning 32SR85U – are equipped with LG IPS 4K displays that provide impressive picture quality. Thanks to webOS, LG’s latest smart monitors boast an intuitive interface, a tailored user experience and a world of apps to choose from. Adopting 31.5-inch, 4K (3,840 x 2,160) IPS panels, the new LG MyView displays (models 32SR85U, 32SR83U and 32SR70U) raise the bar for picture quality in the smart monitor category. The displays feature a slim form factor with a 3-side virtually borderless design to enhance the viewing experience and save space. The 32SR85U and 32SR83U come with an adjustable stand featuring a circular cutout, while the 32SR70U has a low-profile base for a compact and stylish appearance. The 32SR85U has been honored with a CES 2024 Innovation Award, a 2023 Red Dot Design Award and a 2023 iF Design Award.
6. The Dukebox
The DukeBox by LG Labs is an innovative audio product that seamlessly combines the charm of vacuum tube audio with cutting-edge transparent OLED panel technology. It aims to deliver a new music experience by combining old-fashioned sensibilities with state-of-the-art technology, seeking to reinvent the depth of audio and video experience with a modernized jukebox. With front-facing speakers at the bottom and a 360-degree speaker at the top, it offers an immersive audio experience that surrounds the listener. The transparency of the OLED display can be adjusted, creating a captivating visual effect reminiscent of a vacuum tube audio system enclosed in a transparent glass box. Moreover, the DukeBox is versatile and can be used to enjoy high-quality content such as movies, or even create a cozy fireplace ambiance where the vacuum tube is visible amidst the flickering flames.
7. Bon Voyage
Bon Voyage by LG Labs is a customized living space designed to extend the life quality at home out into nature. Based on customer feedback, the Bon Voyage has been redesigned to the size of a camping trailer, optimizing space utilization and mobility. With dimensions of 2-meter width, 3.8 meter length, 2.2 meter height, it can be furnished with various furniture and appliances, including a bed, refrigerator, electric stove, water purifier, Styler and shoe care products. Its versatility allows for comfortable enjoyment anywhere, with the ability to be easily parked indoors and connected to a car.
Other products include the LG XBOOM, LG StanbyMe Go, LG Tiiun Mini and brid.zzz by LG Labs.