[Tejstar]

This has now been officially announced. It can be seen as the Viewty successor with a 8MP camera, Wifi, GPS among other features.

This is due to launch in October and it looks like the competition will really hot up in Q4 this year what with the phone going up against the SE C905, Samsung i8510 and Nokia N96. No information on pricing yet.

Features:

3-inch 400 x 240 resolution display
Touchscreen-based handset
14-millimeters thick (17.2mm of the INNOV8 and 19.5mm of the C905)
Quad-band GSM / 7.2Mbps HSDPA
Bluetooth 2.0
WiFi
microSD expansion slot
Xenon flash (alongside a Schneider-Kreuznach lens)
Video recording (30 fps and slow motion 120 fps QVGA)
TV output
DivX and XviD support
Built-in GPS

[Tejstar]

Here's some piccies of what it looks like. Similar to the Viewty, although with more stylish buttons at the bottom. The pictures don't show how thin this really is, but this could be a very desirable mobile. My only issue with LG is that with the Viewty there was a distinct lack of support which made me sell it in the end. I just hope they don't make the same mistake with this phone.

[Mayhs]

i wonder what the OS will be?

[Tejstar]

No word yet. I thought the OS for the Viewty was fine although it tended to be more sluggish than other units other like the iPhone.

[tugboatbill]

Tejstar, apart from the xenon flash and the Touchscreen - which I am not a big fan of - what are the advantages of this phone over the new Samsung?

[Sy1441]

Originally Posted by tugboatbill

Tejstar, apart from the xenon flash and the Touchscreen - which I am not a big fan of - what are the advantages of this phone over the new Samsung?

Reliability if going on brand pedigree is anything to go by.

[Tejstar]

Originally Posted by tugboatbill

Tejstar, apart from the xenon flash and the Touchscreen - which I am not a big fan of - what are the advantages of this phone over the new Samsung?

Not much apart from no disclosure on whether it has any internal storage in it.

Reliability wise I didn't have any problems with my Viewty.

[tugboatbill]

OK, should be an interesting few weeks coming up then

[Tejstar]

Given the upcoming competition I think the main issue will be pricing. However, the Viewty was priced reasonably so I doubt there'll be too much of a premium attached to this device.

[ste v p]

Originally Posted by Tejstar

Given the upcoming competition I think the main issue will be pricing. However, the Viewty was priced reasonably so I doubt there'll be too much of a premium attached to this device.

I Think the main issue will be the software both of the phone itself and the PC support. I have a viewty and the LG PC suite that accompanies the phone is terrible! I wouldn't consider another LG phone until people reported that this issue had been cleared up.

[Tejstar]

When I had the phone I didn’t even use the PC suite – it’s something I tend to ignore on most phones that I’ve owned. I tend just to take the memory card out to transfer photos/music etc. This reminds me of another thing that bugged me about the phone, you had to take the battery out to get to the memory card which was a real pain if you needed to hot swap regularly. Also, the fact that only 2GB was readable wasn’t ideal – I know you could stick in higher capacity cards but you could only ‘see’ 2GB which in an age of high multimedia content wasn’t the most well thought out. I really hope this phone addresses that issue.

[Tejstar]

The official announcement has been released.

LG to Unveil Viewty’s 8 megapixel Successor

Seoul, Korea, September 4, 2008 --- LG Electronics (LG), a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, announced that it would launch the LG-KC910, the only 8 megapixel multimedia phone with a full touchscreen interface. The LG-KC910 boasts top-of-the-range camera capabilities and the latest multimedia features, all combined with a 3.0 inch full touchscreen.

“With our new flagship handset, the LG-KC910, we’ve once again combined a high-end camera with top-notch multimedia features and full touchscreen interface to provide the ultimate multimedia experience,” said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “According to our customers a full touchscreen interface is essential for fully utilizing high-end multimedia features and this is one of many areas where the LG-KC910 excels.”

The LG-KC910 is the perfect successor to the multi-million selling camera phone, LG Viewty. Like its predecessor, which debuted as the slimmest 5 megapixel phone, the LG-KC910 will be the slimmest 8 megapixel handset on the market at just 13.95 mm when released. This phone combines the latest multimedia features and an intuitive user interface evolved far beyond what Viewty offered. With this phone LG has created a multi-sensorial experience like no other, providing enhanced viewing enjoyment, superior sound and better use of touch.

The LG-KC910 leads the industry with its 8 megapixel camera, which is being developed to include Schneider-Kreuznach certified optics, a xenon flash and ISO sensitivity up to 1600. Further strengthening the phone’s camera features are image stabilization, auto-focus, manual focus, Face Tracking, Smile Shot and blink detection. An embedded GPS receiver gives the LG-KC910 the ability to geo-tag photos for later plotting on an interactive map. A variety of creative shot modes, so far only found on standalone digital cameras, will be included.

The handset’s perfect repertoire of high-end multimedia features provides the ultimate multi- sensorial experience. The LG-KC910 is the first handset for the global market to include Dolby Mobile, an integrated suite of audio processing technologies which brings depth and richness as well as clean, powerful bass to the music listening experience.

Video features are just as advanced as audio features. The LG-KC910 can record video from 5fps up to 120fps, which allows it to record in both fast and slow motion. The phone also plays DivX and Xvid movies straight out of the box, without the need for additional encoding.

A 3.0-inch WQVGA full touch LCD screen is the ideal canvas for experiencing and interacting with the LG-KC910’s multimedia features. A customizable interface, with numerous widgets and shortcuts, makes the phone’s myriad features even easier to use.

Rounding out the phone’s comprehensive feature set, are A-GPS enabled navigation, compatibility with the latest 3G HSDPA networks for connections up to 7.2Mbps and Wi-Fi for even faster internet access. The phone also includes a Jogging Buddy program that uses GPS technology to help track workouts, a feature sure to please exercise enthusiasts.

The KC910 will be available for purchase beginning in October. LG will release additional technical specifications and information on the LG-KC910, including details on its comprehensive capabilities and pet name.

[supersub40]

Originally Posted by Tejstar

When I had the phone I didn’t even use the PC suite

Whilst its not great i use the PC suite all the time for hooking my viewty up to my laptop as a modem and its works great.

Also works fine for synching with my work and home PC's without any bother. Its not the best desigened interface etc but it works well enough for me.

I may well go for the new version it looks good but quite a lot to choose from at the mo, lets see some professional reviews

[Tejstar]

Competition is as intense as I remember. Choosing my Q4 update this year is going to take a long hard think unlike most years!

[supersub40]

Originally Posted by Tejstar

Competition is as intense as I remember. Choosing my Q4 update this year is going to take a long hard think unlike most years!

Omnia, Viewty2, Diamond, Xperia maybe they are all pretty much the same?

seems like the specs are getting very similar, I think user Interface might be the deal breaker which one is closest to the iphone experience

[Tejstar]

Software UI and speed are very important factors after seeing how well iPhone has donw. Remember Nokia is said to be releasing it's touch based S60 handset too by the end of the year!

[Tejstar]

This phone has been nicknamed Renoir.

Originally Posted by GSM Arena

LG announced that they will be naming their 8-megapixel full-touchscreen-operated cameraphone after the famous French artist Renoir. The new name of the LG KC910 doesn't change anything in the specs sheet and is only meant to add a certain artistic flavor to the otherwise high-end feature package.

[HSR08]

Will this be out on 3 as I am sure I have read somewhere it is but are not sure.

[planetse]

Originally Posted by Tejstar

Competition is as intense as I remember. Choosing my Q4 update this year is going to take a long hard think unlike most years!

Your right there...

My contract is up on the 5th December, so hopefully by then (after keeping a close eye on this and other forums) will be able to make a choice on a phone I will be happy with for the next 18 month...

[HSR08]

Hello there. Has anyone got the renoir that wouldn't mind doing a quick mini review by answering some question? My questions are Is It any good? What are your likes and dislikes? What would you give it out of 10? Are there any games if so what games are already on the phone? Is the vibration any good? Does the interface look good? Does it have a software cd with it and cable to connect it to the computer? Is it easy to use software to send songs over back up your contacts etc? And if you want to add anything esle that you think I have missed that would be great. Thank you very much

[achoudry]

Originally Posted by HSR08

Hello there. Has anyone got the renoir that wouldn't mind doing a quick mini review by answering some question? My questions are Is It any good? What are your likes and dislikes? What would you give it out of 10? Are there any games if so what games are already on the phone? Is the vibration any good? Does the interface look good? Does it have a software cd with it and cable to connect it to the computer? Is it easy to use software to send songs over back up your contacts etc? And if you want to add anything esle that you think I have missed that would be great. Thank you very much

i don't think it's out just yet. i spoke to t-mobile earlier today and they said they will have it next week. by the way, apparently no wifi or worldwide 3g on this phone.

[HSR08]

Originally Posted by achoudry

i don't think it's out just yet. i spoke to t-mobile earlier today and they said they will have it next week. by the way, apparently no wifi or worldwide 3g on this phone.

Its out on 3 just came out the other day and has been out on orange and o2 for a little under a month and i am sure it has wifi and 3g. I am cetain it has wifi but not to sure about 3g but I am sure I have read somewhere that it has.

[ROBIN50N]

Originally Posted by HSR08

Its out on 3 just came out the other day and has been out on orange and o2 for a little under a month and i am sure it has wifi and 3g. I am cetain it has wifi but not to sure about 3g but I am sure I have read somewhere that it has.

if its out on three it will be 3g.

[HSR08]

Originally Posted by ROBIN50N

if its out on three it will be 3g.

What do you think of the renoir Robinson? As this looks like the phone I might get

[ROBIN50N]

i dont know mate an never used one. not keen on lg phones. av just bought an iphone 3g so i dont plan on spending anymore on phones for a while.

[berry080]

Play.com sells it for £350. Here
I am thinking whether the samsung i900 is worth the extra £50. Based on the sim free prices of an 8gb model on play.com.
O2 isnt selling the i900, so i guess i will be stuck with the LG or iphone when i come to upgrade?

What do you guys think?

[HSR08]

Originally Posted by berry080

Play.com sells it for £350. Here
I am thinking whether the samsung i900 is worth the extra £50. Based on the sim free prices of an 8gb model on play.com.
O2 isnt selling the i900, so i guess i will be stuck with the LG or iphone when i come to upgrade?

What do you guys think?

You could always get the iPhone aswell. It is £350 from o2 them selfs the 8gb version. It depends on what you want.

[berry080]

Originally Posted by HSR08

You could always get the iPhone aswell. It is £350 from o2 them selfs the 8gb version. It depends on what you want.

Omg! it is aswell, thanks for the info.....
Now its even harder to decide what i want to upgrade to.

[HSR08]

Does this phone have any themes.

[achoudry]

Originally Posted by HSR08

Its out on 3 just came out the other day and has been out on orange and o2 for a little under a month and i am sure it has wifi and 3g. I am cetain it has wifi but not to sure about 3g but I am sure I have read somewhere that it has.

so it does. i must have read an old preview article or incorrect information from a dodgy site.