All About New Cell Phones

LG has proudly introduced the world’s first 4G HD smartphone, the Optimus LTE. Powered by the Google Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, the smartphone features a 4.5-inch (1280 x 720) IPS display, which is combined with a fast 1.5GHz dual-core processor, a 1GB of RAM, an 8MP rear-facing camera with 1080p video recording, a 1.3MP front-facing camera for video calls, a 4GB of internal memory, DLNA support, a pre-installed 16GB microSD card and a 1,830mAh battery. It has an HDMI port that allows you to enjoy watching HD videos in the bigger screen. The LG Optimus LTE will be available in two variants in the South Korean market such as the LG SU640 for SK Telecom and the LG LU6200 for LG U+. No word on pricing at this moment. Read more…

HTC will release the Raider 4G smartphone in the South Korean market later this year. Measuring 128.8mm x 67mm x 11.27mm and weighing 163.8 grams, this Android smartphone comes jam packed with a fast 1.5GHz dual-core processor with a 1GB of RAM, a 4.5-inch qHD (540 x 960 pixel) resolution display, a 4G LTE connectivity, and a built-in 16GB storage space. The handset has a superb 8-megapixel AutoFocus camera with a back-illuminated sensor, an f/2.2 lens, and 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixel) video recording capabilities. The HTC Raider 4G supports up to 100Mbps download speed and up to 50Mbps upload speed on the South Korean LTE networks. Additional specs include a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video call and a 1620mAh battery. More pictures after the jump. Read more…

If you are looking for an affordable 4G smartphone, then check out the Samsung Conquer 4G from Sprint. The network carrier sells this smartphone for just $100 with a 2-year contract. The phone runs on the Google Android 2.3 OS, a 1GHz processor, a 3.5-inch (320 x 480) display, dual mode 3G/4G support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, a microSD card slot, a 1500mAh battery, Sprint ID support, a 3.2MP rear-facing camera and a 1.3MP front-facing camera. The Samsung Conquer 4G will be available in United States starting August 21, 2011. [SamsungHub]

AT&T has recently introduced the new BlackBerry Torch 9810. This 4G smartphone runs on the BlackBerry 7 OS, which promises hardware-accelerated graphics and supports for near-field communication technology. The BlackBerry Torch 9810 features a full QWERTY keyboard, a fast 1.2GHz processor, an 8GB of internal memory, a microSD card slot for storage expansion (up to 32GB), a 720p video capture, Wi-Fi and support for the carrier’s HSPA+ network. No word on pricing at this time. See more pictures after the jump. Read more…

Our friends in Canada are now able to buy the HTC Sensation 4G via Bell. The smartphone features a powerful 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a 4.3-inch qHD screen that delivers stunning clarity in widescreen 16:9 ratio, and an 8-megapixel camera with flash and 1080p camcorder. The HTC Sensation 4G is priced at CAD$149.95 with a new three-year contract, CADS$499.95 with a two-year contract, and CAD$524.99 with a one-year agreement. [Bell Canada]