LG launches high-end 3G handset

Korean electronic major LG launched a high-end 3G-enabled handset in India in partnership with US-based technology major Qualcomm.

"Priced at Rs 24,000, it is based on Qualcomm's chipset and also with Windows mobile and touch screen that will offer faster email setup and download," said Anil Arora, business group head (GSM), LG Electronics India. The company is targeting to sell 10,000 units of this model per month. LG is also aiming a 20% market share in the touchscreen mobile segment in the country.