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Prada, LG Launch Android Cellphone

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LG Electronics and Prada have launched the Prada phone by LG 3.0. The phone runs on Android Gingerbread OS with an update to Android Ice Cream Sandwich scheduled for the second quarter of 2012. The handset features a glossy touchscreen on the front and Prada’s signature Saffiano leather on the back. The icons on the main menu have also been designed by Prada.

Users will also have access to a line of Prada-branded accessories that can accompany the device.

Key Specs:

  • Operating System: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
  • Memory: User 8GB maximum (varies depending on carrier requirements)
  • Display Size: 4.3 inches
  • Resolution: WVGA (800 x 480)
  • Display Brightness: 800 nit
  • Camera: 8MP
  • Processor: 1.0GHz Dual-Core / Dual Channel
  • Battery: 1540mAh

The collaboration between Prada and LG began in 2006 and resulted in two premium phones being introduced in 2007 and 2008. The Prada phone by LG 3.0 is the third handset from the Prada and LG collaboration.

 

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