3D S-class UI from LG
Was trying to update myself with mobile technologies then saw something interesting – 3D S-Class UI. This innovative and dynamic 3D S-Class UI from LG was specifically designed to further the advantages of touch screen phones and make them easier to use by providing four customizable home screens. The screens are the side of a cube and each of these screens are customizable! Imagine twisting a cube left and right. I just love customization. Imagine having different usage for each screen – One for messaging, one for multimedia, one for doing work, etc.
Switching between screens with a simple flick
The LG KM900 Arena
Did some Googling and found that the LG Arena is the first phone that is using this S-Class Interface. Looking at the various reviews, it seems like switching between the screens requires just a simple flick of your finger on the screen. It is similar to HTC’s TouchFlo interface. And oh, the LG Arena is powered by AMD processor so the transitions would be snappy!
Reel rolling to the desired contact
Some other powerful UI tricks include Elastic List and Reel Rolling. From my research, Elastic List allows you to simply select/touch any items and additional information expands onto the same screen, allowing you to edit or view more information right on the spot. No more waiting for screen changes. Reel rolling allows you to scroll through menu items on a film-like reel so you simply drag your finger across the reel until you get to your desired contact or multimedia.
Elastic list allows me to display more info about Monica on the same screen
The rich 3D graphics, touch sensitivity and multimedia capabilities will truly make LG Arena a fully loaded multimedia phone. Check out the below commercial on LG Arena. It features the 3D cube interface at the start, Elastic List at 0:04 and Reel rolling at 0:25. It looks really snappy!
I agree commercials can be biased at times. So try it yourself! Check out the LG Arena emulator.
What’s the next phone on the block?
How about a transparent phone? Nah, I am not joking. Check out the LG GD900 Crystal. It would be officially launched during CommunicAsia 2009.
Win a free LG Arena!
LG would be giving free LG Arena! Yes! Free! Those who are interested in winning the LG Arena better check out the LG S-Class UI website. Participate in the 3D game and user with the best score (in the week) wins! For those who are less gaming inclined (like me), don’t fret. We still got a chance – simply download the 3D widget for our desktop and we stand to win the LG Arena daily! Yes! Daily!
The campaign runs for 1 month starting from 15th June 2009.
A peek at the 3D desktop widget
Free 3D screen saver
Beside desktop widget, LG has got a customizable screensaver for desktops. By using the 3D transitions of the S-Class UI as a design motif, the clock screen saver becomes more unique, dynamic and fun because it is interactive!
Check out my cool customized screen saver.
