Dec 182013
 
The LG Chromebase ©LG

The LG Chromebase
©LG

(Relaxnews) – The Chromebase will be the first desktop computer to run Google’s cloud-based operating system and will be demonstrated for the first time at the International CES in January.

Designed to be fast and simple to use, the Chrome OS and all of its applications exist online where they are perpetually updated and improved, meaning that Chrome computers contain very little on their hard drives.

This makes them potentially virus-free and ensures that they boot up in seconds, rather than minutes.

As well as fast operating speeds, the Chromebase boasts a full HD 21.5-inch display and the whole device is housed in a clean, minimal white angle-poise shell.

The low-power and low-graphics operating system allows computer companies to use much more basic components and processors, but LG has chosen to go in the opposite direction and as well as an excellent display, the computer gets a latest-generation Intel Celeron processor, integrated speakers and a 1-megapixel webcam.

However, in keeping with other Chrome computers, the Chromebase only gets a 16BG solid state hard drive, meaning that if users want more space they’ll have to look to the cloud or invest in a standalone hard drive.

Connecting one shouldn’t be a problem, though as the computer offers 3 USB 2.0 and one USB 3.0 port, as well as HDMI in.

The International CES opens its doors to the public on January 7.

Nov 172013
 
LG donates at least $600,000 to ‘Yolanda’ victims

LG Electronics Philippines managing director Sung Woo Nam (right) presents $500,000 check to Philippine Red Cross chairman and chief executive officer Richard Gordon (left) signifying support to victims of super typhoon Yolanda. MANILA, Philippines – Global top technology innovator LG Electronics has pledged to support the distraught victims of the severe Yolanda typhoon by giving $500,000 (approximately P22 million). This cash donation was coursed through Red Cross Philippines. To address the issue of electricity shortage, LG Electronics as one of the top Solar Panel manufacturers also committed to install its Solar Power System worth $100,000 (approximately PHP 4.3 million) in major evacuation centers. Solar power generation is one of the most environment-friendly renewable sources of electricity. Upon installation, LG Solar Panels can directly convert sunlight to electricity, while the accompanying charge controller, batteries, inverter, and loads will be able to sustain it.  This activity will be done in cooperation with the Department of Energy. These environment-friendly LG Solar Panels renew and sustain electricityin the Palawan City Hall. In addition, LG employees have made their own individual contributions and raised a total of $10,000. When the overwhelming situation stabilizes, LG will undergo community rehabilitation with “LG Service Camp”, an annual CSR program dedicated to victims of calamities. Now on its third year, LG Service Camp will offer free appliance and mobile phone cleaning and repair to all affected LG customers. LG employee volunteers will also extend services to Medical Missions and free Labada Days. Donations of LG TVs and washing machines Read More …