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Verizon LG Lucid 2 supports wireless charging

Posted: 08 May 2013 10:25 PM PDT

If you're planning to buy your first smartphone, we're happy to inform you that LG has released its latest model intended for first-time smartphone users.

Verizon Wireless brings the LG Lucid 2, and this phone comes with Qualcomm SnapDragon S4 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, and it supports Verizon's LTE 4G network. Additional hardware specs include 4.3-inch qHD IPS touchscreen and 5 Megapixel that is capable of Full HD video recording. In addition, this phone supports wireless charging, but in order to do that, you'll need to purchase $39.99 wireless charging battery cover and charging pad. This phone comes with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, and it also has some unique LG features such as QuickMemo, Video Editor and Video Wiz. Since this smartphone is designed for first time users, there's a Starter Mode with simplified user interface, but you can easily switch to Standard Mode.

LG Lucid 2 is a decent smartphone, especially if you're a first-time smartphone user, and it's available for free with a new two-year contract.

[via iTechNews]

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Pelican ProGear Vault and ProGear Protector: Rugged iPhone 5 cases

Posted: 08 May 2013 10:00 PM PDT

iPhone 5 is an amazing but fragile device, so you might need a protective case for it, and speaking of which, today we have the perfect rugged case for you.

Pelican has launched ProGear Vault and ProGear Protector cases, and both of these cases are rugged and designed to protect your iPhone 5. ProGear Vault is made from engineering-grade aluminum and polymer materials, and it features a full-enclosure design, so it provides you with enhanced protection.

On the other hand, ProGear Protector case has two levels of protection, and it will protect your phone from drops and scratches. ProGear Vault is slim and lightweight, and it protects your phone from wind-driven snow, rain, dust, elastomeric shock and drops from up to 72 inches. The function buttons are made with aircraft-grade aluminum, and there are also water-resistant membranes that cover microphone and speakers.

In addition, this case comes with durable anti-scratch screen cover and Dragontrail glass on both cameras. ProGear Protector case uses engineering grade polymer shock-deflecting outer shell and soft elastomeric Copolymer rubber interior that will protect your phone from shock and impact damage from all sides.

ProGear Vault is available in dark grey/red, white, green, purple, blue and it costs $79.99. As for the ProGear Protector, it costs $39.99, and it's available in black, white, teal, red and grey/orange.

[via iTechNews]

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