LG promotions to entice consumers and boost winter sales
LG has launched a number of promotions for the winter retail period, with cashback and bonus offers being rolled out to boost sales across three key appliance categories.
Wed 15/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Home offering a competitive though narrow offer to appliance consumers
JB Hi-Fi's self-branded foray into retail home appliances is a very competitive, warehouse-style proposition that retains the style of JB Hi-Fi's popular consumer electronics store, says an expert in retail analysis.
Tue 14/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Our Top Appliance and Electronics Gifts for Mother's Day 2013
Mother's Day is less than one week away! Here are our picks for the best gift ideas for the hapless husband or time-poor offspring. We've got every base covered, from cheap-but-good to optimistically expensive.
Mon 06/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG talks imminent move into new categories, appliances and celebrities
Shortly after unveiling Australia's first Curved OLED TV, LG's marketing general manager Lambro Skropidis provided some insights into what we'll be seeing from the Korean powerhouse over the coming weeks and months.
Wed 01/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Launch of LG Ultra HD and Curved OLED proves brand is 'category captain'
LG Electronics today unveiled its 2013 range of television products, including a Curved OLED TV, new Ultra HD models in smaller sizes at more affordable price points, and new LED LCD and plasma TVs.
Wed 01/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG signs on Ewan McGregor as home entertainment brand ambassador
LG has announced that it will be partnering with Scottish actor and Moulin Rouge! star Ewan McGregor to promote its 2013 home entertainment line-up in Australia and New Zealand.
Wed 01/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »DisplaySearch predicts plasma could die out by 2016
DisplaySearch director of TV research in Europe, Paul Gray, has added his opinion to the plasma debate by predicting that plasma could fall to less than 1 per cent of the overall flat panel television market within three years.
Mon 22/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »A smarter wash and greater responsibility: LG's whitegoods strategy
After launching the new SmartWasher washing machine range yesterday, LG's Murray Richardson spoke to Current.com.au about the brand's strategy for whitegoods and its focus on bringing innovation to the retail floor.
Tue 09/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG launches new SmartWasher washing machine range
LG has launched a new range of SmartWasher washing machines, with the brand talking up its market-leading credentials and reiterating its "responsibility" to retailers to continue innovating and adding value in the industry.
Tue 09/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG unveils new category and marketing team for appliances and entertainment
LG Electronics has today announced a treble of new appointees to its product and marketing teams. The Korean manufacturer has one of the most ambitious product road maps in the industry.
Mon 08/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »FRESH, FRENCH AND FUTURISTIC: appliance poetry perfected
One of things UnderCurrent loves about the popularity of the French Door Fridge category is the possibility presented to marketing types for alliteration.
Mon 25/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Confidence and clean air needed to optimise LG Optimus G uptake
LG Australia's biggest move in mobile phones since importing Mr Big in 2008 began yesterday when its new flagship handset, the Optimus G, went on sale exclusively through Telstra.
Wed 13/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Suppliers want connected retailers to demonstrate Smart TV
Within the next few months, the number of Smart TVs on the market is going to explode. In this special feature, we look at whether retailers are ready to demonstrate and how those unprepared can get connected.
Mon 11/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »After strong French release, LG launches first Side-by-Side Door in Door model
More compartments, more doors and more consistent cooling. That was the message from LG Electronics and brand ambassador Matt Moran and the launch yesterday of the new Side-by-Side Door in Door refrigerator.
Wed 27/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG outlines big plans for its home appliance range in 2013
LG Electronics is targeting the home appliances categories for growth and market share with new products being rolled out during the first half of 2013. Refrigeration, laundry, cooking and floorcare are all tagged for growth.
Wed 27/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi recruits former LG colleagues to marketing roles
De'Longhi Australia has added two new recruits, both formerly employed at LG Electronics, to its product and marketing teams.
Tue 26/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG sweetens Optimus G smartphone with $25K consumer promotion
With many of the major smartphone brands announcing product launches off the back of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona this week, LG is offering consumers a $25,000 F1 racing experience to drive pre-sales of its new Optimus G.
Mon 25/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »After 84 years with Retravision, Cairns now has a Betta option
William and Leonie Kennedy, owners of a Retravision store that has operated for over 80 years in Cairns, and their daugher Janelle have completed the transition to Betta Stores Limited.
Thu 21/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG recruits Nokia regional sales manager to head up local mobile team
LG Electronics Australia has appointed former Nokia veteran Jonathan Banks as its new head of mobile. Banks replaces Ben Glimmerveen, who has returned to the United Kingdom.
Thu 14/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Changhong targeting Sydney's west with sponsorship of Parramatta Eels
Chinese TV and appliance brand Changhong has announced its first major sports sponsorship, a partnership for 2013 with the Parramatta Eels in the NRL.
Wed 06/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Sharp finally releases its long-awaited 90-inch TV: it's $21,000!
After months of tempting Australia with the impending launch of its 'spectacularge' 90-inch TV, the Sharp Corporation of Australia today released its televisual behemoth onto the market.
Mon 21/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG introducing OLED in March for $12k; NFC smart appliances and superphones
LG kicked off the press conference schedule today in Las Vegas with new OLED TVs, Google TVs, smart appliances, 'superphones' and more NFC connectivity in the home.
Tue 08/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Pregame: Sony picks 10 top trends ahead of CES press conference
Ahead of its afternoon press conference at CES, Sony Australia has identified 10 trends to watch out for at the 2013 conference. Will Sony's products live up to its own predictions?
Mon 07/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG prepares for CES with square robot vacuum announcement
Korean powerhouse LG Electronics will kickstart a big day of CES press conferences when it takes the stage in the early hours of Tuesday morning. We already know they have a square-ish vacuum cleaner coming our way...
Mon 07/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Hisense hits out at rival Smart TV suppliers, tells retailers to upsell
On the eve of the consumer electronics biggest trade fare, Hisense Australia has hit out at rival TV brands for using proprietary operating systems for their Smart TVs, rather than open source platforms.
Sat 05/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG's new Magic Remote an impressive addition to an impressive TV
UnderCurrent was pleased to learn that LG Electronics Australia has announced a new Smart Remote for use with its high-end, internet-connected TVs, such as the 84LM9600, an 84-inch Ultra HD TV, winner of 2012 Digital Product of the Year.
Thu 20/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »The perfect Christmas lunch in 10 festive appliances
If there is one thing UnderCurrent loves more than Christmas (and associated carols) it's appliances. And top 10 lists. And food. And cooking. Conveniently, we have all these things in the one place. All your Christmases have come at once!
Mon 17/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Editor's Picks: The 2012 Digital Product of the Year
Over the last few days, we've been featuring the Editor's Picks for the Best Digital Products of 2012. We've now come to the big one: the Editor's Pick for Appliance Retailer Digital Product of the Year:
Mon 17/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Tablets, TVs and tunes: Harvey Norman GM tips Christmas favourites
The GM of Harvey Norman has made his predictions for the best selling consumer electronics of the Christmas period, saying tablets are "going gangbusters". There are also some big categories that he expects to perform.
Thu 13/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »All the electronics Christmas promotions sorted by brand
Check out what promotions are being run this Christmas to lure consumers into stores and part with their cash. This page sorts all the promotions by brand - there's Sony, Panasonic, LG, Samsung, Breville, Kambrook, Sunbeam and heaps more!
Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Gerry Harvey knew nothing of LG event but he loves the TV
Harvey Norman executive chairman Gerry Harvey didn't know anything about the event LG publicised to take place at the Harvey Norman Caringbah store on Friday 30 November 2012.
Sat 01/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATED: Harvey Norman totally rejects LG's event cancellation story
Harvey Norman and LG Electronics have very different versions of events regarding an event that may or may not have been planned to celebrate the sale of the first LG Ultra HD TV in Australia.
Fri 30/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Gerry Harvey to sell first $16,000 LG Ultra HD TV in Caringbah
LG's first UD TV sale will be processed tomorrow by Gerry Harvey at Harvey Norman Caringbah, in Sydney's south. The first sale is expected to be transacted at around 11am - Current.com.au understands a buyer has alread been lined up.
Thu 29/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »OLED can wait, as LG focuses on an Ultra High Definition Christmas
Although retailers and consumers may have hoped to see OLED in Australia before Christmas, LG will be focusing its efforts on selling the Ultra High Definition TV story this year, which it says is set to 'energise' retailers.
Fri 23/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012: grilled, mixed and chilled
The November issue of Appliance Retailer magazine includes the annual Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012. We'll be featuring these winners over the coming days as we build up to honour the 2012 Appliance of the Year. Here is Part Three.
Mon 19/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG reveals pricing for its first batch of 2D and 3D Smart TV games
LG Electronics has revealed the pricing for the first batch of games to be released for its Smart TVs' Game World feature. There are 86 games in total: 61 free and 25 paid.
Wed 14/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic's new Lumix marketing manager and LG seeks new head of mobile
Panasonic has promoted Doug Campbell to oversee the marketing of its Lumix digital camera range while LG is hunting for a new head of mobile to run its smartphones division.
Fri 09/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Sony explains $25,000 price for 84-inch Ultra HD TV, closed distribution and 4K
Sony Australia today downplayed its first-to-market status in Ultra HD TVs, claiming it is more important to have the right product rather than being first on the shelves. Sony also discussed its distribution and why it is sticking with "4K".
Mon 05/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »New Appliance Retailer magazine is one of the best ever
The November issue of Appliance Retailer magazine is now in the marketplace and it's an absolute cracker! With almost 100 pages of news, features and commentary, the latest AR is one of the best issues in the magazine's 18-year history.
Mon 05/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG kicks off Christmas TV race with $100,000 cash and movie ticket giveaways
The fiercely competitive Christmas TV sales drive is officially upon us with LG Electronics today announcing a free movie ticket promotion on selected high-end models in its 3D range. Furthermore, one LG TV consumer will win $100,000 cash.
Mon 29/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG creates role for new head of public relations
LG Electronics Australia has announced the creation of a new role heading up public relations for the company, appointing newcomer Phillip Anderson to the role.
Wed 17/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG recharging its tech image with launch of $16,000 UD TV via select channel
LG is back to its best - making a huge splash with an enormous TV: Australia's first 84-inch Ultra Definition 3D Smart LCD LED panel. So premium is this model that only 30 handpicked retailers will get to sell it.
Wed 10/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Changhong looking to emulate Korean success with new Smart TV range
With a new marketing campaign and two new Full HD Smart TVs, Changhong is hoping to make some serious inroads into the Australian market - something the Chinese brands have struggled with so far.
Wed 03/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Important AFL and NRL Grand Final and Labour Day industry news
A lot is happening in Australia this weekend with grand finals in the two major codes and a Public Holiday in some states on Monday 1 October 2012. We have everything you need to know all in one place.
Fri 28/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Outstanding OLED TVs coming to Harvey Norman this 'November-ish'
OLED TVs should be in Harvey Norman stores around November - and they'll be worth the wait. We speak to the GM who has just witnessed the technology first hand - safe to say he was impressed.
Fri 07/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG launches OLED TV that's thinner than an iPhone
Slimmer than an iPhone and bigger than any other OLED TV in the world, LG today unveiled a thin new addition to its flat panel lineup at the IFA trade show in Berlin.
Fri 31/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Quietly recycling Kogan the ultimate ironicist?
UnderCurrent wonders how the most publicity hungry importer of TVs could be so shy to discuss the one genuinely newsworthy thing he's done in a long time.
Wed 22/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG's Door-in-Door French Door Fridges to open wallets (and doors)
LG tapped up some celebrity power to launch its new Door-in-Door French Door refrigerator range this morning. This is a great fridge for people who don't realise how much they need another door in the door of their kitchen cold box.
Thu 16/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Don't let your product recall become a total disaster for your company
In light of several high profile product recalls over the last few weeks, we look at tips for both retailers and suppliers on how to ensure a product recall doesn't escalate into a devastating crisis.
Wed 15/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Wi-Fi Ready? TV Set? No! Five big TV brands agree to ACCC action
Sony, Panasonic, LG, Samsung and Sharp have all agreed to clarify the promotional material for their smart or IPTVs and connected Blu-ray players after complaints to the ACCC over the term 'Wi-Fi ready' being potentially misleading.
Fri 03/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG appoints new marketer specifically for OLED TV launch
Russ Prendergast has been appointed the new home entertainment category marketing manager at LG Electronics. This appointment has been specifically made to oversee the launch of LG's new OLED TV range.
Mon 30/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG teams with Georgie Parker to promote home appliances
LG Electronics has partnered with Australian actress Georgie Parker to promote its range of home appliances. Parker will appear across a series of print ads and TVCs to spruik products including washing machines and vacuum cleaners.
Mon 09/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bumper July issue of Appliance Retailer packed with insights and exclusives
The July 2012 issue of Appliance Retailer magazine is now available - and it's packed with great features and stories.
Wed 04/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG signs on with DHL for TV recycling, plus updated scorecard
DHL Supply Chain has today announced its third major partner under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme, with LG Electronics joining Sony Australia and Samsung Electronics Australia.
Mon 02/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG aims to be leader of the vacs with Follow Me vacuum cleaner
LG has launched a new addition to its Kompressor range of vacuum cleaners, known as the Kompressor Follow Me, which offers a 'world first' according to the company - it will follow you around the house while you vacuum.
Wed 30/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Important State of Origin industry news, and a plug for LG TVs
The New South Wales VB Blues are playing the Queensland XXXX Maroons tonight in Game One of the Harvey Norman State Of Origin brought to you by Fujifilm at Etihad Stadium. And to think people say sport is now all about the money.
Wed 23/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »From $17,000 to $1,000: A Decade Of Plasma
The average cost of a plasma TV in 2003 was $10,156. Back then, plasma TVs ranked fifth on the list of Top Digital Product Categories. Plasma TVs is now number four on that list, though the average sales price has dropped 90 per cent to $1,030.
Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Last chance to submit for Online Retail Industry Awards
Australian retailers are being invited to submit for the Online Retail Industry Awards (ORIAs), an event that recognises the achievements of businesses in e-commerce. Last year's winners included Dick Smith and Appliances Online.
Thu 10/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »In love with 3 dimensions: LG unveils new Cinema 3D TV line-up
LG took to the Museum of Contemporary Art this week to launch its new Cinema 3D Smart TV range, showing off features such as a dedicated "Magic" Remote, Smart Share connectivity and Dual Play gaming... with a dash of K-Pop.
Fri 20/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG appoints new head of Mobile Communication
Following the appointment of a new MD for LG's Australian and New Zealand subsidiaries, the company has announced the appointment of Ben Glimmerveen as head of the Mobile Communication category.
Wed 11/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG restructures sales team, removing GM role to empower account managers
LG Australia today confirmed it has restructured its sales division, removing the role of GM of key accounts for retail operations. This position was held by Marlene Gant, who is due to appear in Supreme Court tomorrow.
Wed 28/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Asus Technology taking industry veteran and ex-employee Marlene Gant to court
Asus Technology Proprietary Limited is taking former employee Marlene Gant to the New South Wales Supreme Court on a matter relating to her two year employment with the Taiwanese computer company's Australian subsidiary.
Wed 28/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Ex-Samsung marketer Lambro Skropidis crosses Korean divide to join LG
Former Samsung head of marketing Lambro Skropidis will start at LG Electronics on Monday 26 March 2012. Skropidis resigned from Samsung Electronics Australia in December 2011 after three years in at the company.
Fri 23/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG Australia announces new MD
Following the departure of former managing director William Cho, LG Electronics Australia has announced the appointment of company veteran Deok Hyeon Moon as the subsidiary's new MD.
Thu 16/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smart is...the cameo appearance of a giraffe in this LG ad
LG Electronics has put together one of the more amusing ads for its 3D Smart TVs. We can't work out exactly the giraffe is doing...
Tue 31/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG launches internet fridge (again), plus Wi-Fi washer and smart oven
LG Electronics, the company that introduced Australia to the internet fridge, is once again drumming up connected appliances, today launching a raft of new products under its Smart Thinq Technologies banner.
Tue 10/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung has the happiest consumers, Hisense the best warranty
UPDATED: Samsung TV customers are the most satisfied, with all the major brands also scoring highly in Canstar Blue's customer satisfaction survey results, released this week.
Tue 13/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Le LG launches new French Door Fridge for the entertainers
LG has released a new Four Door French Door Fridge. One of the key features of this model is its Slim In-door Ice Maker, which allows the 800-millimetre wide fridge to have more usable internal storage space.
Mon 15/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Sales skills a must in changing retail landscape: industry pro
The emergence of big box retailers such as Costco and Woolworths' impending Masters outlets is placing enormous pressure on traditional retailers to maintain market share, a point made even more difficult by a lack of trained sale staff.
Wed 10/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Sunbeam happy despite MasterChef Finale ratings slide
Despite this year's MasterChef Australia finale drawing 1 million views less than last year's, Sunbeam has voiced its unbridled satisfaction with its keyline partnership.
Mon 08/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »LG answers the tough questions in response to latest fridge recall
LG Electronics Australia has today announced a voluntary recall of 24 refrigerator models. Current.com.au spoke candidly with LG general manager of sales, Michael Doyle, to find out more about this recall.
Fri 01/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »LG voluntarily recalls 24 side-by-side refrigerator models
LG Electronics is set to officially announce a voluntary recall on 24 models of refrigerators originally sold between 2002 and 2006. This recall is due to a minor defect that could present a risk of fire in extremely rare cases.
Thu 30/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »LG to smarten up TV and appliance range in 2011
Although we shouldn't expect any 3D dishwashers or internet protocol microwaves, smart appliances are back on the agenda for LG Electronics.
Mon 17/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »LG throws fridges into the Christmas promo mix
So far in our Christmas promo series we’ve looked at televisions, small appliances, coffee machines, cordless phones and novelty appliances. Today we look at refrigeration.
Fri 26/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Sony and Panasonic vie for affection on social media battlegrounds
There's a new front developing in the ongoing war between grand old stagers Sony and Panasonic: social media. Both suppliers have aggressive strategies in this new space, and both are taking ground off rivals.
Fri 19/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG now offering Channel 7 catch-up TV
Peter Griffin would be a happy man today - if he owned an LG TV that is - as he can now watch Family Guy episodes through LG's NetCast video content stream: LG and Yahoo!7 are now partners.
Wed 17/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Buy an LG TV, get a free Xbox 360 with Kinect
LG Electronics has this morning revealed its Christmas TV promotion, with the Korean marketing giant giving away an Xbox 360 Kinect pack with the purchase of certain models.
Mon 08/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG slammed by ACCC for misleading energy labels
LG Australia has entered into a court enforceable undertaking with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) over the alleged misrepresentation of the energy efficiency of 2007 and 2009 refrigerator models.
Thu 16/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG unveils new appliances at IFA 2010 (videos)
In these exclusive videos taken at IFA 2010, three new LG products are demonstrated - the new Styler drying cabinet which eliminates the need to iron, the new Hom-Bot robot vacuum cleaner and the latest side by side refrigerator designed by Alessandro Men
Wed 08/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Big players enter DAB market with Sanyo and LG releasing new products
Sanyo and LG have released new DAB digital radio products. Previously, this category had been dominated by specialist and niche suppliers.
Mon 17/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Sony's 3D Socceroos gazump State of Origin, but Samsung and LG win again
Fox Sports has got the jump on Channel 9, with the Socceroos now set to be the first 3D sports broadcast. Although Sony is the technical experts in the coverage, only Samsung and LG have 3D TVs on sale.
Mon 17/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »The million dollar cost of LG's refrigerator recall
Exclusive figures obtained by Current.com.au reveal the true cost of LG's refrigerator recall. Taking into account inconvenience costs, a bonus discount and reparations, this "minor shock" hazard is set to cost millions. Read on to discover the total cost
Fri 26/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG recalls six refrigerators due to electric shock risk
Due to problems unrelated to LG's recent fridge labelling scandal, the Korean supplier has today announced the recall of six side-by-side refrigerators.
Fri 26/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Key marketing manager departs LG Electronics
LG Electronics has this morning confirmed the departure of one its most senior and respected marketing managers.
Mon 15/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »LG's ‘bezel-less' plasmas now available
LG Electronics Australia today announced the arrival of its PG60 plasma series which the company is promoting as the ‘bezel-less' TV due to its single layered, seamless front panel.
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