Today, LG Electronics MobileComm and Verizon Wireless announced the release of the LG VX8700, the latest in a bevy of breakthrough handsets by the worldwide leader of CDMA devices. Available online at www.verizonwireless.com beginning April 6 and in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores April 17, the LG VX8700 sports a slim, super-sexy clamshell design with a large color screen, a 2.0 megapixel camera/camcorder for easy access to V CAST Music and Video.

Photos of the LG VX8700 from CTIA demos:

The LG VX8700 complements its bold appearance with a full set of mobile features that consumers have come to expect from LG and Verizon Wireless. The LG VX8700's 2.0 megapixel camera and camcorder allows users to record up to one hour of consecutive video with an external memory card. From music lovers to camera-phone converts, fashion aficionados to gadget groupies, there is something for everyone in the brilliantly designed LG VX8700.

The LG VX8700 offers some of the most advanced mobile phone features today:

V CAST-capable
V CAST Video and 3D Games ? download or stream video from the best names in news, sports, entertainment and more, or download the latest 3D games from top providers
V CAST Music ? download full-length songs over the air or transfer your own music collection onto removable microSDTM memory cards
Music player that supports mp3 and WMA formats
Music only mode
MicroSD memory port to store music and user generated pictures, video and sounds
USB mass storage ? transfer files between microSD card and PC
Bluetooth-capable ? compatible with devices that support the headset, hands-free, Serial Port (SPP), Dial Up Networking (DUN), Object Push (OPP) profile for vCard exchange and vCalendar, basic print, basic imaging, phone book access and file transfer
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (for Bluetooth stereo headset support for listening to music)
Send contacts and calendar events via Bluetooth
Print and send pictures via Bluetooth
Save up to 20 Bluetooth pairings
2.0 megapixel camera and camcorder
Camera Resolution: 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480 (default), 320x240 pixels
Digital Zoom: up to 2 times
Self-Timer: 3, 5 or 10 seconds
Customizable brightness, white balance, shutter sound, color effects, night mode, photometry
Video Resolution: 320x240, 176x144 (default) pixels
Record up to 1 hour of video
Video Message Mode ? record up to 30 seconds of video
Image Editor ? zoom, rotate and crop images
Functionality to allow videos under 5 MB to be set as wallpaper
Get It Now?-capable ? download games, Ring Tones, wallpapers and more
Mobile Web 2.0SM?capable ? customizable, enhanced wireless access for the latest in news, sports, weather and more
TXT, Picture and Video Messaging-enabled ? send and receive messages with text, sounds and customer generated photos and videos
Web-based e-mail and Instant Messaging
My Account ? balance, minutes, usage info
One-touch speakerphone
Speaker-Independent voice recognition ? Call, Send Message, Go To, Check, Lookup, My Account
Voice Memo Recording
Flash user interface themes for personalization and Flash wallpapers with fun animations
VZ NavigatorSM-capable ? get audible turn by turn directions and location information from the phone to more than 14 million points of interest
Simultaneous GPS for Enhanced Location Accuracy
Personal Tools: Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad, Calculator, Ez Tip Calculator
Speed Dial (95 entries and pre-programmed entries for voicemail, #BAL, #MIN, #PMT)
1,000 address book contacts with 5 numbers, 2 e-mail addresses and picture ID for each entry
Emergency contacts ? enter 3 contacts and personal information in case of emergency
Call and messaging restrictions ? restrict incoming or outgoing calls/messages to allow all, contacts only, or block all (except emergency calls)
Slim, stylish design with brushed metal body and internal antenna
Mirror-like external LCD
TTY/TDD Support
Hearing Aid Compatible (M4-Rating)
Technology: CDMA
Frequency: 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA (digital dual-band)
Data Transmission: high-speed EV-DO (where available) and 1xRTT
Dimensions: 3.82" (h) x 1.95" (w) x 0.54" (d)
Weight: 3.77 oz.
Displays:
Internal LCD: 262K Color TFT, 240x320 pixels, 11 lines
External LCD: 65K Color TFT, 48x160 pixels, 3 lines
Standard Battery: 800 mAh Li-Ion
Usage time of up to 200 minutes, or up to 240 hours standby time
The LG VX8700 will be available on April 6 online at www.verizonwireless.com and in more than 2,200 Verizon Wireless Communications Stores in the coming weeks. Verizon Wireless customers can purchase the LG VX8700 for $179.99 after $50 rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.

For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or visit www.verizonwireless.com.

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