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Confirmed: The LG Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 are Headed for MWC 2013

Well that was quick, the LG Optimus F7 and F5 rumored earlier is now official, LG just sent us the press release saying that both devices will make their global debut at MWC 2013 which will be happening next week. Both devices are designed to increase 4G LTE footprint hence in stead of equipping them with the latest and greatest technologies, they pack some modest and hopefully affordable specs under their hood.

First up, the Optimus F5 is a 4G LTE smartphone that packs a 4.3” IPS display. Powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core CPU, it comes with the largest-in-class 2,150mAh battery. The Optimus F7 is a slightly higher-spec device that offers a 4.7” True HD IPS display with a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and a 2,540mAh battery. Both of them will be shipped with Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2 out of the box which features advanced UX features such as the upgraded QSlide and Live Zooming, previously only available in the company’s premium devices.

More information including specifications available after the break. The worldwide rollout of the Optimus F5 will begin in the second quarter of the year with Europe, followed soon by the Optimus F7 in selected markets.

The upgraded QSlide allows users to open two apps at the same time, both in full screen mode. Users can change the size, position and transparency of QSlide apps according to their preferences. Functions now compatible with QSlide include video, browser, memo, calendar and calculator. Live Zooming, previously only seen in the Optimus G, is now standard in the Optimus F5 and Optimus F7. Live Zooming allows the user to zoom into a specific area while watching a video. Additional features included in both Optimus F Series devices are QuickMemo, QTranslator, Video Wiz, Safety Care and much more.

“LG continues to lead the industry with 4G LTE innovation and the Optimus F Series, a well-balanced an well-equipped 4G LTE smartphone for the mass market, embodies the best of our broad LTE patent portfolio and innovative UX features,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With adoption of LTE expected to explode in 2013, we are sending a clear message to consumers with the Optimus F Series that LTE isn’t just for heavy content users and techies anymore. It’s for everyone.”

Optimus F5 Key Specifications:

• Operating System: Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2

• Processor: 1.2 GHz Dual-Core

• Display: 4.3-inch IPS (256 ppi)

• Size: 126.0 x 64.5 x 9.3mm

• Memory: 8 GB / 1 GB RAM / microSD (up to 32GB)

• Camera: 5.0 MP AF / 1.3 MP

• Battery: 2,150mAh

Optimus F7 Key Specifications:

• Operating System: Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2

• Processor: 1.5 GHz Dual-Core

• Display: 4.7-inch True HD IPS (312 ppi)