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LG TO UNVEIL NEXT-GENERATION SMART APPLIANCES AT CES, AIMS TO REDEFINE HOUSEWORK

With Upgraded Smart ThinQ™ , New Home Energy Management System (HeMS) and Device-to-Device Connectivity, LG’s Smart Appliances Ready to Lead Connected Lifestyles

SEOUL, Jan. 5, 2012 – Showcasing its next generation of revolutionary smart ap- pliances for 2012, LG Electronics (LG) is highlighting its upgraded Smart ThinQ™ technology and its new Home Energy Management System (HeMS) at the 2012 Interna- tional CES ® in Las Vegas.

Together, Smart ThinQ™ and HeMS provide consumers with a more comfortable and convenient way to manage chores, as well as potentially big savings in energy use and electricity bills. At CES, visitors to the LG booth will also experience enhanced device-to-device connec- tivity across home appliances, Smart TVs, smartphones and PCs.

Also featured at CES are advanced new LG appliances designed to fur- ther complement the modern con- sumer lifestyle. These include an ul- tra large-capacity, Blast Chiller- equipped French-door , which earned the CES 2012 “Best of Innovations” award, and a large and fast clothes washer, also honored with a 2012 CES Innovations Award.

LG's Smart Appliances with Smart ThinQ TM Technology

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“We first previewed our smart appliances at CES a year ago, and the line-up has evolved considerably since then,” said Moon-bum Shin, Executive Vice President and CEO of LG Electronics Company. “LG has not only upgraded indi- vidual for each product, but has also greatly enhanced connectivity throughout the home. By creating new possibilities for chore management, such as al- lowing consumers to monitor washing through their TVs or smartphones, LG is enabling homeowners to rethink the concept of household chores.”

LG’s upgraded Smart ThinQ™ technology offers customized and flexible ways to control energy use. At the cen- ter of the smart technologies is Smart Manager, which offers a complete management system. With Smart Manager, con- sumers can use the refrigerator’s LCD panel or their smartphones to check what food is inside, where it’s located and when it will expire. For improved service, Smart Diagnosis™ enables the quick and convenient diagnosis or troubleshooting via smart de- vices.

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Smart Access lets consumers access and monitor the operational status of appliances through smart devices, while with Smart Adapt, users can download new programs or software, providing all the benefits of LG’s latest developments without needing to buy a new product. Equally significant, LG smart appliances are Smart Grid-ready, meaning that once local utility companies begin offering Smart Grid-compatible, differenti- ated energy-rate time slots, consum- ers can re-adjust their function set- LG's Smart Manager tings to take advantage of optimum energy rates every day.

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This year, LG has taken advantage of its advances in smart technology to create a total home net- work with HeMS, anoth- er unique innovation be- ing premiered at CES 2012. HeMS gives users access to the energy LG's HeMS (Home Energy Management System) usage data of the smart appliances in the home via smartphone or PC 1. Customers can monitor their energy usage and the according energy costs by the hour, day, month or year. When needed, they can adjust the usage to reduce energy consumption and save money on electricity bills.

At CES, LG is demonstrating its latest smart refrigerator, smart washing , smart and smart robotic . In particular, the smart refrigerator and smart are being featured as the embodiments of LG’s most advanced smart technologies. And LG’s proprietary Core Technologies – Linear , Inverter Direct Drive™, Infrared Grill and KOMPRESSOR ® – help enhance performance, in- crease durability and maximize efficient energy usage in LG appliances.

Visitors will be able to see firsthand LG’s large-capacity French-door refrigerator equipped with the innovative Blast Chiller, which was awarded the coveted CES 2012 “Best of Innovations” Award. The Blast Chiller, an innovative quick- chilling compartment for drinks, can cool a 12-ounce can of

beer or soda in less than five minutes, perfect for those unex- LG's Blast Chiller pected visits from friends or relatives.

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LG has also brought the large-capacity, ultra-fast front-load washing machine, as well as its oven equipped with the unique Infrared Grill technology. LG’s is also on display, boasting a powerful washing performance and more efficient water usage with TrueSteam™ technology.

Particularly adept at handling clothes that require special care such as suits and blouses, the LG Styler offers total clothing care management solution when combined with other LG products, such as LG's washing machines. The Styler uses steam cycles to reduce everyday wrinkles and unpleasant odors. It also keeps clothes neat and fresh, using a se- lection of aromas that can be subtly infused into the stored clothing items. Simply, the Styler lets consumers maintain their wardrobe with a professional touch.

The HOM-BOT is LG’s advanced , enabling easy and conve- nient automatic vacuuming at home. The Dual Eye Mapping feature uses smart naviga- tion to allow for more fast and precise cleaning, while the low height of just 3.5 inches and a noise level of only 50dB allow consumers to enjoy other activities while the ro- botic cleaner tends to the floor.

LG’s outstanding appliances are offered in an elegant sequence of the built-in LG Stu- dio Series™, which include an ultra-large capacity 3-door refrigerator with the door-in- door feature and a built-in side-by-side refrigerator with a sophisticated design.

For more information and product images, please visit LG’s online press kit at www.LGnewsroom.com/CES2012 from January 9th.

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About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in , mobile and home appliances, employing more than 93,000 people working in over 120 operations around the world. With 2010 global sales of KRW 55.8 trillion (USD 48.2 billion), LG comprises four business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and & Energy Solutions. LG is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and . For more information, please visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

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About LG Electronics Home Appliance Company The LG Electronics Home Appliance Company is an innovator in the home appliance industry, dedicated to offering healthier and greener products, blending smart technology and trend-setting design and providing a complete solution for improving daily life. LG’s insightful products, including refrigerators, washing machines, , cooking appliances, vacuum cleaners, and built-in appliances, are designed to resonate with consumers around the world. LG’s innovative technologies and convenient features, including the world's first interactive refrigerator, steam washing machine and combination oven and microwave, set new trends in the appliance industry, helping to establish LG as a global leader.

Media Contact:

LG Electronics, Inc. Claire Jang +822 3777 3925 [email protected] www.LGnewsroom.com

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