South Korea’s LG Electronics has expanded its smartphone portfolio with the launch of a new high-end 3G smartphone- GM730, in close collaboration with Qualcomm.

Built on Qualcomm’s Mobile Station Modem (MSM) 7201A chipset, LG GM730 leverages on Windows Mobile’s OS, and boasts of a 3D S class user interface, and a touch screen portfolio to ensure two step easy e-mail setup, said the company.

“We are extremely happy about our association with the world''s greatest players in technology. The uber combination of Windows Mobile, S Class User interface and 3G feature developed a great smartphone in the form of LG GM730. The LG-GM730 is designed for fast and easy operation so that users can experience the latest smartphone features without spending too much time or effort with the user manual,” said Mr. Anil Arora, Business Group Marketing Head, Mobile Communications, LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd.

With this launch, LG aims to increase its foothold in the country’s smartphone market as it eyes a 20 percent of the market shares of touch screen mobile segment, added Mr. Arora.

The handset will be priced at Rs 24,000.