Phones
LG KG750 Is Sleek of Line, High (Five) of Megapixels, Shoots DivX, Called Secret
Posted by Addy Dugdale at 10:15 PM on April 24, 2008
Remember that sleek black mobile phone from LG we wrote about earlier this month? More details are emerging, most notably that it shoots DivX video at 120 frames per second, and sports face-recognition technology on that 5-megapixel camera, as well as having haptic feedback, mobile Google apps and Bluetooth. Oh, and one for Conan O'Brien—its name is *whispers* Secret. Full press release after the jump.
LG launches its third Black Label Series handsetLondon, UK, 24 April, 2008 - LG Electronics, a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, today announces the global launch of its third LG Black Label Series handset, the LG Secret (KF750).
Boasting style that lasts, the LG Secret has been specifically developed to satisfy the refined tastes of trendsetters who desire a sophisticatedly designed, yet durable handset. Following the success of its predecessors, the LG Chocolate and the LG Shine, this third model from the LG Black Label Series is as feature rich as it is stylish. At just 11.8mm thick, the LG Secret is the slimmest 5 megapixel camera phone on the market.
Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications, says, "Trends in the mobile phone market prove that today's discerning consumer is looking for the ultimate mobile experience - style and substance. The great success of the previous LG Black Label Series models proved this and the LG Secret continues this style led technology legacy."
Timeless style
The LG Secret will always look as new as the day of purchase thanks to the materials used to make it. Its casing of carbon fibre, one of the strongest composite materials used for aircraft and high-performance cars, adds to the handset's durability. Its tempered glass LCD adds sheen and strength, as well as shielding the phone's screen, and its neon touch navigation buttons sensitively respond to commands with a luminous blue light.Timeless memories
As well as being the slimmest 5 megapixel camera phone, the LG Secret boasts the ability to take video at 120 frames per second and DivX® certified recording. Timeless moments can be edited with powerful photo and video editing features, including facial editing and SmartLight™, a feature that automatically adjusts the picture's light settings. Users can also create their own music videos using the phone's Movie Maker software.Timeless entertainment
The LG Secret's outstanding entertainment features take advantage of the phone's touch-screen - users can access five multimedia functions which include music, photos, games, documents, and the FM radio. In addition, users can simultaneously flick through photos on the screen while listening to music. Microsoft documents can be opened easily and the handset is loaded with a Google package that enables the user to surf the Internet, log into Gmail, use Google Maps and watch YouTube videos.Timeless convenience
Using Bluetooth, the LG Secret automatically synchronises with PCs without the need to use USB cables. Images can be viewed both horizontally and vertically using the phone's auto rotating display, and the screen's lighting adjusts to ensure that it is always clear. In addition, the phone also comes with Voice Clarity technology that guarantees perfect sound quality in every environment.After its European launch, the LG Secret will be launched in Asia and South America, followed by the rest of the world. Please visit the LG Secret Microsite at http://secret.lgmobile.com
You know what, I think this might be just the ticket for me when this bastard finally bites the dust. [PhotographyBLOG]

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Darrone
Posted 11:19 PM 24/4/08
It certainly is a very stylish slider. Any thoughts on price? I don't want to drop 500, but i'd take it around 200+contract.
Darrone
huggy
Posted 11:03 PM 24/4/08
or this
+ Watch video
huggy
huggy
Posted 11:00 PM 24/4/08
+ Watch video
huggy
huggy
Posted 10:57 PM 24/4/08
Looks like a new styled version of the VIEWTY, as it has the same functions... even haptic feedback for the touchscreen, the google apps and the 120fps DivXvideo recording...
On the VIEWTY, video resolution is VGA (640x480), hardware coded DivX compression, and the video looks as good as a VGA video can. You can find clips taken on a VIEWTY at 120fps on the intertubes.
huggy
legacye
Posted 10:51 PM 24/4/08
120 frames per second is nothing but impressive, but I'd like to see more info on this. Example:
What's it's max video resolution?
Is the DivX video capture hardware or software enhanced?
Is the Video blocky like some other phones which also offer MP4-ish recording features?
legacye
strider_mt2k
Posted 11:40 PM 24/4/08
It looks much like my VX8600 except that it slides.
If it rides as nicely in my pocket I'm in.
I don't use the music features, but I use the camera more and more.
strider_mt2k
liveinvt
Posted 11:36 PM 24/4/08
It does look nice, but I can't stand the number pad being hard-keys. Why not just make them software? Less moving parts - less parts - for an even thinner profile.
liveinvt
TetsuBo
Posted 12:19 AM 25/4/08
Let's hope they don't screw it up like the Viewty.
Assuming there is an SD mini or micro slot:
Do not limit the SD card to 2GB
Do not place the goddamn slot UNDER the freaking battery.
TetsuBo
maven2k
Posted 12:18 AM 25/4/08
"What kind of phone do you have?"
"It's a secret"
"Fine, be that way, @$$hole."
maven2k
CSX321
Posted 1:50 AM 25/4/08
That looks very nice. Slim with a good camera is what I want when I replace this old VX8100 I have now.
CSX321
Grifter
Posted 1:30 AM 25/4/08
Nice slider even thought I am not fond of them. A little too lady like and flimsy looking for my taste. Haptic, keyboard, and decent camera I might actual look at this one.
Grifter
Cliff_Dangers
Posted 3:28 AM 25/4/08
@Grifter: Just wondering... does anyone really care about haptic? I don't see what the big deal is. My viewty has it... I turned it off..it's just a big waste of battery IMHO. Do you need to feel that in order to know you hit a button? Did you not just see yourself hit the button?
Cliff_Dangers
Cliff_Dangers
Posted 3:25 AM 25/4/08
@TetsuBo: The viewty is actually not limited to 2gb. The software just won't report the actual size of memory properly.. you can put a larger card in there. I have viewty (korean version as I live in korea) These reportedly have a 4GB capacity but I have a 16 GB card in mine and it works fine. Also as a bonus.. korea telcom's are now offering super discounts so i bought mine for only 200 bucks.. rather than the 770 it usually sells for here.
Cliff_Dangers
itchytooth
Posted 4:54 AM 25/4/08
I agree that haptic feedback is a gimmick, but I guess it might as well be there, as an option.
itchytooth
adamator
Posted 7:09 AM 25/4/08
Anyone else take a look at the secret.lgmobile.com site? It has geographic regions for everywhere but North America. That mean it's not coming to the states any time soon? Too bad, it looks sweet.
adamator
BensAngel
Posted 8:48 AM 25/4/08
Oh and I have to agree with you Addy, this is going to be my RAZR replacement...
BensAngel
BensAngel
Posted 8:46 AM 25/4/08
KF750 in the title please...
BensAngel
hillaryh8tr
Posted 12:01 PM 25/4/08
GIMMEGIIMME
hillaryh8tr
TetsuBo
Posted 10:49 PM 25/4/08
@Cliff_Dangers: Thanks a bunch for that info, then I might actually consider it.
TetsuBo
blackend
Posted 2:34 PM 25/4/08
hummm
well I have my doubts because yes, it seems impressive at first glance but, as an owner of a SHINE phone I don't feel quite happy about the black label line, I mean, chocolate was a great start but honestly the SHINE phone sucks big time. I just hope this one has an improved system and more personalisation options
blackend