Approximately 1,000 domestic and international journalists gathered at CES Global Press Conference
Diverse robot product lineup unveiled for the first time, ranging from home robots to airport robots

"By leading with AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology including big data, cloud, and IoT (Internet of Things), we will provide customers with better lives through LG's differentiated innovative technology"

At the global press conference held at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas, USA on the 4th (local time), LG Electronics CTO (Chief Technology Officer) President Ahn Seung-kwon unveiled this year's strategic products.

At the conference attended by approximately 1,000 domestic and international journalists, President Ahn stated, "We will expand cooperation with global partners such as Amazon and Google, and strengthen collaboration on technology standards by joining the board of OCF (Open Connectivity Foundation), an IoT standardization alliance." LG Electronics introduced new form factor OLED TVs, more convenient and smarter home appliances, and various robot product lineups at the event.

The 'LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W (Model: 77/65W7)' is a wall-mounted OLED TV that provides the feel of a picture hung on a wall, and the Super Ultra HD TV is equipped with the independently developed 'Nano Cell' technology, which enhances color accuracy and color reproducibility.

LG Electronics also applied its proprietary webOS, which has been primarily installed in smart TVs, to a smart refrigerator for the first time. When a user taps the transparent Magic Space twice, the interior lighting of the refrigerator turns on and allows one to look inside the refrigerator, and by using the 'Smart Tag' function, information such as food expiration dates can be entered. This product is compatible with Amazon's artificial intelligence voice service 'Alexa'.

In particular, LG Electronics is actively advancing its robot business by leading with deep learning technology, autonomous driving technology, control technology, and Internet of Things technology that it has secured through its robot vacuum business that started in 2003. For the first time, the company introduced not only home robots such as hub robots and lawn mowing robots, but also airport robots for airport users.

▲Home hub robot


▲Airport robot

The home hub robot not only controls other smart appliances but also plays fairy tales and music and provides recipes when cooking. Music playback and notification services are also available. The airport robot includes two types: an information robot that provides information for airport use and a cleaning robot, and field testing will begin at Incheon International Airport this year.

In addition, LG Electronics also introduced various automotive component-related solutions for driver convenience and safety. The company showcased interfaces that recognize driver voice and gestures, panoramic displays, a 'Driver State Monitoring System' to prevent drowsy driving, and an 'Around View Monitoring' system that displays images around the vehicle through cameras sensors mounted on the vehicle.