LG G3 Blue Steel is Offered by Best Buy

LG G3 is a powerful and capable flagship with truly appealing design. The high-end smartphone was officially launched almost six months ago. The original colors available for the model are Metallic Black, Shine Gold and Silk White. Soon after the phone was officially released two new versions were introduced – Burgundy Red and Moon Violet. 

The latest news about the flagship reveal that a new color variant of the LG G3 is joining the trio – Blue Steel. Best Buy offers the model exclusively for now. The three major mobile operators Sprint, Verizon and AT&T will also launch the LG G3 Blue Steel soon. The price for the flagship is $99.99 tied with two-year contract. The new variant of the flagship comes with the same design as the currently available LG G3. 

It features 5.5-inch glass with QHD. The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chip with four cores working at 2.5GHz. It has a 13MP camera with OIS and LED flash on the rare panel. The battery integrated in the device is with 3000mAh. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat however the platform soon will be upgraded to Android 5.0 Lollipop. Read the short review of the flagship to find out what other goodies are packed in the flagship.

few words at the end: The LG G3 Blue is a nice addition to the palette of colors available for the model. Do you think that the blue suits the G3?

Source: Best Buy

The Entry-Level LG L60 Goes Official in Russia

The launching of the entry-level smartphones might not be noted as a big event for the companies, but it is still excising to see a budget handset that has a lot to offer to its users. LG L60 is a great example for this. The model belongs to the LG L line of low-end smartphones. Earlier this year the Korean manufacturerreleased LG L70, L40 and L90. 

The new addition LG L60 is purposed for the Russian market. The specs of the handset include a 4.3-inch screen with a resolution of 800 x 480p. It is powered by a dual-core processor clocked at 1.3GHz in terms of hardware, and by Android 4.4.2 KitKat in terms of software. The model is working with 512MB RAM and 4GB internal memory. The primary camera of the entry-level device is with 5MP. On the face side of the phone is set a VGA shooter for video calls. 

The L60 is packed with a decent set of connectivity features for its category. It supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3G and GPS. The battery that provides juice for the handset is with a capacity of 1540mAh. Among the advantages of the model are the software features, like Knock ON for easy waking of the screen and the LG Guest Mode. The launch date and the price of the LG L60 in Russia are not disclosed, but everything shows that the release will happen sooner than later. 
 

few words at the end: LG L60 is a very decent member to the “L” line of budget smartphones. Do you agree?

Source: LG Russia

Verizon Released the Rugged Kyocera Brigadier with Sapphire Shield and the Mid-Ranger LG G Vista

Kyocera Brigadier

Back in April the leak with the rugged smartphone Kyocera Brigadier along with the HTC One M8 in red heading to Verizon drew attention. In the last week more rumors about the extraordinary handset Brigadier surfaced on the web revealing that the smartphone is equipped with a sapphire display. This time gossips turned out to be true. Verizon officially welcomed two new handsets with mid-ranged specs – the rugged Kyocera Brigadier aka the first smartphone with sapphire screen and the LG G Vista aka LG G Pro 2 Lite.

The phone was an object of rumors and speculations since the first hints for its existing that appeared some weeks ago.  

The model comes with a 5.7-inch screen with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels. The processor that is ticking in the gut of the phablet is a quad-core 1.2GHz CPU along with 1.5GB RAM. The native memory is 8GB and it is expandable which is good news keeping in mind users can actually use less than 4GB of the available storage out-of-the-box. The platform running on the G Vista is Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Users will enjoy abundance of extra features, including Knock Code, Dual Window etc. The pair of camera that is installed in the device includes a 1.3MP front sensor and an 8MP camera on the back. It has a large 3200mAh battery under the hood. Verizon offers the LG G Vista for $99.99 tied with two year contract. Another possibility for buying the phablet is with 20 equal monthly payments of $19.99 via the Verizon Edge. The unlocked smartphone is available for $399.99. 

The announcement of the Kyocera Brigadier is big news in the digit world. In terms of specs the model is packed with mid-ranged capabilities, just as the rumors from April suggested. It is powered by a quad-core processor with Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chip and 2GB RAM. The storage assured in the device is 16GB and there is a microSD slot for additional memory. It has an 8MP camera on the backplate and 2MP camera on the face panel. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat. The battery of the phone is a 3100mAh cell. The advantages of the Brigadier are its rugged water- and dust-resistant panel and its Sapphire Shield display. It is resistant to dust, shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, humidity and etc and fulfills the criteria for resistance of MilSpec 810G.

The screen is with 4.5-inch diagonal, HD. It can be used with gloves or wet hands. Among the extra features and capabilities of the device are the Smart Sonic Receiver and the EcoMode. It supports LTE. Verizon offers the Kyocera Brigadier at the same price and with the same plans as LG G Vista.

few words at then end: The arrival of the first smartphone armored with Sapphire Shield screen begins a new trend in the digit world. OLED, AMOLED or Sapphire Shield displays will lead in the next year.. what do you think?

LG G Vista

Source: Verizon

Burgundury Red and Moon Violet LG G3 are Coming in August

Moon Violet LG G3

What is your favorite color for your smartphone? There is great news for those of you who are planning to buy the flagship LG G3 soon. More attractive shells for the high-end gladiator will be ready to hit the markets. The company made the hint that it will introduce more color options for its flagship when the model was announced in May. 

The currently available variants of LG G3 are adorned in Shine Gold, Metallic Black and Silk White. The new additions to the palette are Burgundury Red and Moon Violet. The company has revealed the news for PhoneArena saying that the new color options for LG G3 will be launched in select markets. The releasing begins in August. The list with the countries that will welcome the two new additions of LG G3 remains a mystery. 

The specs and the capabilities of the Burgundury Red and Moon Violet LG G3 will be the same as the original flagship. The Korean manufacturer took the wraps off from the new advanced smartphone in May. It is a 5.5-inch high-end flagship with LCD screen and QuadHD resolution. The model is known for its brilliant performance delivered by Snapdragon 801 chip. The potential of the powerful hardware is unleashed thanks to the Android 4.4.2 KitKat platform. It is provided with a 13MP camera sensor with dual-LED. 
 

few words at the end: the color is not the most important advantage of a smartphone, but it is always good to have more choices, right?

Burgundury Red LG G3

Source: PhoneArena 

Behind the Scenes with LG – Design Story of LG G3 in Video

LG G3 is a fascinating smartphone that fascinates at first glance. What makes the G3 such a special device? The answer is – everything. The secret for its magic is the perfect harmony between impressive premium-looking design, powerful processor and innovative software. It has everything you need, packed in a stylish shell with the perfect size and ergonomic shape to provide an exquisite use experience.

Are you curious about the manufacturing process of LG G3? The Korean manufacturer unveils a bit of the process for the creating of the flagship. Perfect in every detail, the model was one of the most impressive high-end gladiators in the digit world even before its debut in the end of May. 5.5-inch LCD QuadHD screen, Snapdragon 801 processor, Android 4.4.2 KitKat operating system, 13MP camera with dual-LED flash and support for the blazing fast LTE connectivity are only a little part of what LG G3 has to offer. Watch the video and enjoy.

few words at the end: LG G3 is the most impressive smartphone ever released from LG. 

Source: LG

LG G3 is Coming to All Four Major Carriers in the US

The new flagship of the Korean manufacturer LG, the mighty LG G3 made its official debut few weeks ago with the promise to hit the US grounds in the second half of July. The good news is that all the major mobile operators in the country will offer the LG G3 with their own plans and deals. Thanks to @evleaks users can have a glimpse on the render photos of the flagship with all its variants for the carriers. As we can see from the photos some mobile operators, like Verizon follow the tradition to adorn the handset with plenty of its logo tattooed on the back and the front of the device.

Carriers like T-Mobile and AT&T have chosen to customize the G3 with less branding signs. The neatest model seems to be the LG G3 purposed for Sprint. The photos do not show any branding of Sprint on the exterior. Specs-wise the variants of the phone are based on the officially announced international version of the flagship.

Verizon’s variant sports slightly different rare panel. Rumors say that the difference might come from the provided wireless charging. The expected release dates for the US mobile operators are:

AT&T – 11th of July along with the LG G Watch

T-Mobile – 16th of July

Verizon Wireless – 17th of July

Sprint – 18th of July

few words at the end: the only more exciting thing than the announcement of a new flagship is its releasing, do you agree?

Source: @evleaks

The First Wave of Android Wear-Powered Smartwatches

This year begun with a wave of announcements of new wearable tech – from smartwatches to smartbands and fitness trackers. There are even rumors for an upcoming smart ring. A lot of the models were introduced at CES 2014 in Las Vegas, USA. In the coming months it was becoming more and more clear that the 2014 will be the year of the blossom of wearable tech. The annual developers’ conference of Google, I/O 2014 took place in San Francisco, CA, USA last week. The company managed bring something exciting digit world once again with significant announcements, such as the new update of the Android’s platform – Android L, the first platform for wearable tech Android Wear and the Google Fit platform to name a few. The event became the stage for the debut of new smartwatches that are part of the new wave of wearable tech that will hit the markets before we know it. The upcoming devices have one thing in common – they all run on Android Wear. 

Rumors and leaks for LG G Watch revealed a lot of the mystery about the appearance, the specs and the capabilities of the advanced timepiece. The size of the gadget is 37.9 x 46.5 x 9.95mm and only 63 grams of weight. The model is water resistant and has IP67 certificate to prove it. The G Watch has a 1.65-inch IPS LCD screen. The resolution of the square display is 280x280p. Beneath the surface of the screen is ticking a Snapdragon 400 chip paired with 512MB RAM. 
It works with a cell with 400mAh capacity. LG G Watch connects with Android-powered smartphones running on 4.3 Jelly Bean or newer OS via Bluetooth 4.0. It boasts 9-axis sensors. It comes in Black Titan and White Gold at price of $229.99. The model will be released internationally. It is already available for pre-orders in theGoogle Play Store. Shipping date is scheduled for 3^rd of July. AT&T is one of the US mobile operators that will offer the device. 

Days before the I/O 2014 the first leak with more details for the Samsung Gear Live. This is not the first smartwatch of the company, but it is the first Android Wear-powered wearable tech that Samsung is releasing in a few weeks. It is armored with a 1.63-inch Super AMOLED screen, 320x320p. Just like the rival G Watch, the Gear Live is water and dust-resistant with IP67 certificate. It can be paired with tablets and smartphones working on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean OS. It is powered by a CPU clocked at 1.2GHz. There are 512MB RAM on board and 4GB native memory. It is provided with smaller battery compared to G Watch – a 300mAh cell. Among the special features in the timepiece is the heart rate monitor. It comes in Wine Red and Black color options. The price of the Samsung Gear Live is $199. It can be pre-ordered from the Google Play Store with shipping date set for 8^th of July.

Motorola is one of the companies that is working on a smartwatch running on the Android Wear. The Motorola Moto 360 with round face was revealed in a video at the I/O. The specs of the model are still a mystery. The demo video shows us some of the capabilities of the Moto 360. It is outfitted with stainless steel face and leather band. Users can observe the main functionality of the smartwatch and the navigation tricks. It supports the basic capabilities for most of the smartwatches today, such as to display notifications, to support the voice commands with “OK Google” etc. The releasing is expected “later this summer.”

 Last, but not least ASUS will join the family of Android Wear with its own model smartwatch. The information about it is very limited for now. Guys from Tech Crunch have spoken to sources that revealed that the smartwatch of ASUS is expected in Sepmber. It will be relatively affordable at price between $99 and $149. Rumors say that the gadget will be armored with AMOLED screen. Hopefully more rumors and leaks with details will surface in the coming weeks.

Let’s not forget that HTC is also getting ready to present its own smartwatch. The rumored name is HTC One Wear but the company has not confirmed anything yet, so armor yourself with patience and check the Fresh Digit News for the latest juicy news. 

few words at the end: the summer is already promising to be steaming hot in the arena of wearable tech in the digit world.

Source: LG, TechCrunch, Samsung,

LG G Watch will be Capable to Make Phone Calls

LG unveiled its first smartwatch LG G Watch without announcing the detailed sheet of its specs. The new wearable tech is expected to hit the markets later this year. Hopefully the manufacturer will reveal a bit more about the device before it is available for purchase. Google will present the first devices powered by its special platform Android Wear at the annual conference Google I/O 2014 in the end of June. This is the event when there is a good chance to learn more about the G Wear.

 The discussions and rumors about the smartwatch are very intense. There are rumors that the wearable device will provide a USIM module that makes it capable to make calls. This is an extraordinary feature for a smartwatch. The advanced timepiece will be released first in South Korea by the LG U+ mobile operator. Not long ago LG UK shared the juicy information that the smartwatch will hit the markets in July. The price for the G Watch is expected to be cheaper than €220. What do we know about the smartwatch until now?

It is named LG G Watch and it comes with a 1.65-inch display with a resolution of 280x280 pixels. It works with 512MB RAM on board and arrives with 4GB native memory. It runs on Android Wear. 

Source: inews24

LG G3 Enters the Arena of the High-End Gladiators

Believe or not the time has come and LG G3 is finally here. LG kept its promise, everything went by plan and exactly on 27^th of May the mighty LG G3 entered the mobile arena. The new gladiator is heavily armored and well prepared to meet the highest expectations of mobile users today. Its main advantages are the powerful hardware, the modern software and the awesome design. 

The size of LG G3 is perfect for its 5.5-inch display. It comes in body 146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9 mm big and 150 grams heavy. The material used for the manufacturing of the flagship is polycarbonate with appealing metal finish. The panel has a coating against fingerprints. The main rivals of LG G3 are provided with water-resistant capabilities – Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime and Sony Xperia Z2. This is a quality that LG G3 doesn’t have. However it makes up for it with a fascinating screen 5.5-inch in diagonal, True HD-IPS+ LCD type and QHD resolution of 1440 x 2560p. That means that that the pixel density is the outstanding 534ppi. LG claims that the new flagship’s display will deliver a more impressive visual experience even from the Retina screens. 

The brilliant performance of G3 is achieved thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chip with quad-core CPU clocked at 2.5GHz. In terms of RAM and storage users will have two possibilities – 2GB RAM paired with 16GB native memory, and 3GB RAM with 32GB storage. The presence of microSD slot gives an easy and fast way to expand the memory. 

 

One of the special features of LG G3 is its rare camera. It is a 13MP sensor with dual-LED flash and laser auto focus. It is an extraordinary feature that provides a faster focus for the camera and a better picture quality in general. The front facing camera is with 2.1MP. 

LG G3 runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat out-of-the-box. It is customized with the redesigned with flatter look and new features Optimus UI. Some of the noteworthy features include: Smart Keyboard, Smart Security (including Knock Code etc) and Smart Notice. The battery of the model is a 3000mAh cell. It supports wireless charging as an optional capability. The connectivity features are provided with full package – NFC, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and 4G LTE. The colors that adorn the phone are Silk White, Shine Gold, Burgundy Red, Metallic Black and Moon Violet. 

Since today the LG G3 is officially launched in South Korea. It will be released all around the globe this summer. All big mobile operators in the States have confirmed that the phone will land on their shelves. Among the first markets in Europe that will welcome the flagship is Finland. The LG G3 with 16GB will cost €599. The more capable model with 3GB/32GB costs €649. Retailers and carriers in the other countries in Europe offer similar deals for the phone. 

Source: LG

LG QuickCircle Case for LG G3 Boasts Abundance of Capabilities

There are still few more days until the LG G3 officially enters the digit world. While we are waiting impatiently for the debut of the model scheduled for 27^th of May we can learn more about the extraordinary accessories that will be released along with it.

The LG QuickCircle Case is among the most interesting and multifunctional accessories for a smartphone ever presented in the digit world. It is a folder-style case packed with loads of capabilities. For example, users are able to send texts, receive calls, listen to music, check their health or check the date and the time without opening the case. The QuickCircle Case protects the LG G3. It emits a circular glow when it is closed so the user can easily navigate through the apps and features.

One of the main advantages of the QuickCircle Case is the Qi-support for wireless charging. The accessory will be offered in several color options: Indian Pink, Aqua Mint, Silk White, Metallic Black and Shine Gold. The QuickCircle Case is more advanced than the Quick Windows Case released for LG G2. The price of the new accessory is not revealed yet. LG released a promo-video for the extraordinary cover. 

Source: LG Newsroom

LG G3 Shows Up in White and Gold Outfits Ahead of Announcement

Do you feel like you know almost everything about LG G3? You are not alone. The great interest towards the next flagship of the Korean manufacturer has evoked a whirlpool of leaks and gossips about the device ahead of its announcement. Let’s admit it – we are impatient to know more and more for the advanced smartphone but at the same time the growing number of leaks just seems to repeat the same information about the model. Well, to keep up with the trend, it is good to summarize what we know about the LG G3 until now.

The material that is used for the manufacturing of the model is still a mystery. However it is already known that the flagship will be dressed in stylish panel with metal finish. This is what you can see from the newest leak for the phone showing the model in shiny white shell and another version of the phone adorned in gold painted panel. The CPU running under the hood of LG G3 will be in configuration either with Snapdragon 801 chip or with the more powerful Snapdragon 805. If no leaks reveal this mystery soon, we will know the true on 27^th of May when the flagship will steal the spotlight.

The screen of the new model is with a 5.5-inch diagonal and an impressive resolution of 1440x2560p. It will run on Android 4.4 KitKat OS with the new Optimus UI with flatter design and appearance. The primary camera equipped on the backplate of the handset is with 13MP. It has the capabilities to provide faster focus thanks to the laser auto focus. It comes with 3000mAh battery that should assure enough power for the handset during the day. 

Source: @evleaks

LG Expands Its Tablets’ Family with Three New Additions

LG entered the tablets’ arena in the digit world last year with its LG G Pad 8.3. The model was very well accepted by users and now seems to be the perfect time for more slates to join the G Pad 8.3. The South Korea-based manufacturer took the wraps off from not one, not two, but three new models tablets. The new siblings of the G Pad 8.3 come in different sizes but sport similar appearance to the original device.

The models are named LG G Pad 7.0, LG G Pad 8.0 and LG G Pad 10.1. Rumors say that the user interface of the tablets will be similar to what LG G3 has to offer. They will run on Android, customized with the LG’s user interface and the unique features, such as the Knock Code for waking up the screen. The company presented the new tablets with the promise to reveal more about the specs and the capabilities in the next week.

LG is one of the newest players in the tablets’ arena. The expansion of the G Pad line is definitely a sign that the company is here to stay. Hopefully in a few days we will know more about the features and the advantages of the new models.

Source: LG

Promo Video of LG G Watch

LG is one of the companies that are working on its own model smartwatch. According to the latest rumors for the wearable tech, it seems that everything is going by plan and hopefully we will soon see the LG G Watch. The company released a video-teaser that gives us a glimpse on the appearance and the capabilities of the new device. Among the features of the LG G Watch are the Android Wear platform and the water-proof body. LG remains secretive about the hardware of the smartwatch

What we know is that it will be compatible with Android-running devices and it will be “ready for anything, anytime with a single charge.” The G Watch sports a modern design and it is made from metal. The new wearable tech will hit the markets in Q2 2014. This means we will not wait much longer for the debut of the smartwarch.

The expectations for the price of the G Watch suggest around $300. It will compete against the newest advanced timepieces by the companies, like Samsung Gear 2. 

Source:  LG Mobile Global (YouTube)

LG Volt Appeared in a Leak, Ready for Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile

The latest news and rumors about LG are gravitating around the upcoming flagship LG G3. Therefore we almost left unnoticed a mystery new handset from the company that appeared in a leak. @evleaks shared some render photos of a nice looking new model of LG dubbed LG Volt. The phone is purposed for Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile.

The information about the smartphone is not a lot, but we can make some conclusions for the specs of the device from the presented photos. For example the transparent status bar makes the hint that the LG Volt is running on Android 4.4 KitKat. It is provided with a camera on the back with LED flash. The phone boasts a physical home button. It is presented in black and white. The LG Volt will be an LTE-enabled device that will work on the Spark tri-band 4G networks of Sprint. When and at what price will the new model land in the mobile arena remains a mystery. Hopefully Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile will shed more light on the announcement of the LG Volt soon.

Source: @evleaks

LG G3 Spotted in a New Leak

Are you excited for the upcoming flagship of LG? You are not alone! It seems that the LG G3 is one of the main objects of rumors and leaks in the last weeks. If you are curious to see how the new high-end smartphone will look like, a new leak gives you that chance.

The handset was spotted “dressed” in a protective case. We might not be able to see the whole panel of the phone, but we do see that G3 features a power/volume key below the camera. It comes with a dual LED flash which is an upgrade from LG G2. The face panel of the phone reveals ultra-thin bezels. It is expected to sport a 5.5-inch display QHD. The G3 runs on Android 4.4 with the redesigned Optimus UI on top of it. The rest of the leaked specs include a Snapdragon 801 CPU as well as a 16MP rare camera. It will work with a 3000mAh cell. The flagship will boast water-resistant capabilities.

The big date for the debut of LG G3 is 27^th of May. Four weeks more and we will know it all! It is great that LG has decided to introduce the new flagship much earlier than its predecessor - the LG G2 arrived in the mobile arena. It was one of the big stars of the summer of 2013.

Source: Ortud

LG isai FL Appears in a Leak with Render Photos

What is the most anticipated device upcoming from LG? Perhaps the immediate answer is the new flagship LG G3. Well, there is still some time until we see the new high-end smartphone by the Korean manufacturer. Meantime we can have a look at some of the other surprises the company is working on, thanks to the famous gossiper @evleaks. It’s just published two render photos of a handset named LG isai FL. 

The model seems to be purposed for the Japanese line “au.” It is a brand of the famous KDDI company in the country. The information for the specs of the isai FL is very limited. We know it is an Android-based smartphone. Something very attractive in the model is the ultra-thin bezels shown on the pictures. The nice curves of the body of the phone make its exterior even more appealing and modern-looking. The isai FL is expected to be released in Japan. Hopefully we will soon have more information to share. Stay tuned. The press photos show the device adorned in white and blue shells. 

Source: @evleaks (1), (2)

LG G Watch is Expected to Arrive Before July in the UK

LG is among the big companies in the digit world that is working on its own model smartwatch. In fact the latest rumors suggest that the manufacturer is planning to release a second smartwatch soon after the first one hit the markets. Thanks to the guys from Pocket-lint we can share the latest news that the LG G Watch will be released in Q2 2014 and the UK users will have the chance to purchase it before July. 

There is still no information about when the smartwatch will be released in the rest of the markets. The price of the G Watch will be lower than £180 (less than $300). The latest prototype of the advanced timepiece of LG sports an attractive design with compact body. It does not feature any physical keys. Users will have the opportunity to change straps.

According to the gossips the G Watch will arrive with a 1.56-inch screen. It will provide 4GB native storage. It will be the first gadget that works on the newest platform of Google especially designed for wearable tech – the Android Wear. For now this is all the available information about the smartwatch. Hopefully the closer we are getting to the release of the device, the more details will surface in the digit world. Stay tuned. 

Source: Pocket-lint

The Entry-Level LG L70 is Available for Pre-Orders

In the end of February 2014 only days before the big annual event MWC in Barcelona, LG introduced the entry-level LG L70. The predecessor of the model is the famous LG Optimus L7 II. The new handset sports a 4.5-inch display, WVGA IPS with the modest resolution of 800 x 400 pixels. The pixel density is not mind-blowing, bit overall the phone delivers a pretty good picture quality for its category. 

The processor that powers the phone is a dual-core CPU with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 and 1GB RAM. It has 4GB storage (expandable). One of the advantages of the L70 is the new operating system. It arrives with Android 4.4.2 KitKat pre-installed and abundance of apps and features that you will enjoy in your every day use. 

The primary camera provides in the L70 is either 8MP or 5MP. The differences in the models vary in the different markets. The camera has LED flash and autofocus. On the front panel is located a VGA shooter, excellent for video calls. The connectivity features in L70 are GPS, Bluetooth, 3G and Wi-Fi. It works with 2100 mAh battery. The specs of the phone suggest that it will be offered at affordable price. 

Back in February LG did not share the price tag for its new budget device. Now we finally have more information on this matter. The German retailers were among the first to announce their offers for LG L70. It can be pre-ordered from Amazon DE for €179. In the UK, the merchant Clove announced the deal for the phone for £165. The ePrice retailer in Taiwan has listed L70 for pre-orders for $163. 

The release date of the model still remains a mystery. The expectations suggest the 1^st of April as the most possible date for the official arrival of the model on the mobile arena. 

Source:  GSMArena