LG Electronics Introduces Groundbreaking Mobile Phone with Terrestrial TV Capability

LG Electronics has developed a mobile handset capable of receiving terrestrial digital multimedia broadcasts (DMB), allowing users to watch TV on their phones. This innovation is made possible by a new chip that enables a slim design with low power consumption. The phone includes features like a TV antenna, megapixel camera, and MP3 player. The global trend shows a merging of broadcast and telecommunications, with LG and Samsung already releasing satellite DMB phones. The terrestrial version is set to launch next year, with the market expected to grow significantly by 2010.

What major feature does the new LG handset offer for the first time?

What technology is central to the development of the new mobile phone?

How does the new phone differ from previous terminals for terrestrial DMB?

What additional features does the new LG phone include besides DMB?

What is the estimated market value for the local market by 2010?