Unveiled LG Velvet... Mobile Carrier Subsidies Expected Up to 240,000 KRW

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[Asia Economy Reporter Joselgina] As LG Electronics officially launches the LG Velvet next week, pre-orders have begun, with the announced subsidies from the three major mobile carriers expected to reach up to 240,000 KRW. The final subsidy amount will be confirmed and announced on the release date, the 15th.

According to industry sources on the 9th, the three carriers have set the LG Velvet's announced subsidies by plan ranging from a minimum of 74,000 KRW to a maximum of 240,000 KRW. This maximum amount is on par with Samsung Electronics' Galaxy A51 (240,000 KRW), which was revealed earlier. Considering the LG Velvet's retail price of 899,800 KRW, consumers may find it more advantageous to opt for the 25% selection discount.

Looking at each carrier, KT offers the highest announced subsidy at up to 240,000 KRW. By plan, the subsidies are as follows: ▲5G Y Teen 86,000 KRW ▲5G Slim 100,000 KRW ▲5G Slim Plus 110,000 KRW ▲Super Plan Basic 147,000 KRW ▲Super Plan Basic Plus 150,000 KRW ▲Super Plan Special 183,000 KRW ▲Super Plan Special Plus 201,000 KRW ▲Super Plan Premium Plus 240,000 KRW.

SK Telecom provides subsidies ranging from 87,000 KRW to 170,000 KRW. Specifically, ▲0 Teen 5G 87,000 KRW ▲Slim 100,000 KRW ▲Standard 123,000 KRW ▲Prime 150,000 KRW ▲Platinum 170,000 KRW.

LG Uplus has announced subsidies between 74,000 KRW and 189,000 KRW. By plan, the subsidies are: ▲5G Light Senior/Youth 74,000 KRW ▲5G Light 90,000 KRW ▲5G Standard 120,000 KRW ▲5G Smart 135,000 KRW ▲5G Premier Regular 145,000 KRW ▲5G Premier Plus 155,000 KRW ▲5G Premier Super 168,000 KRW ▲5G Signature 189,000 KRW.

The three carriers have been accepting pre-orders nationwide at stores and official online malls since the previous day and will continue until the 14th.

LG Electronics' strategic smartphone for the first half of the year, the LG Velvet, features a 3D arc design with a waterdrop-shaped rear camera and curved edges on both sides of the display. The colors available are Aurora White, Aurora Gray, Aurora Green, and Illusion Sunset, totaling four options. It is equipped with a 6.8-inch display. The retail price is 899,800 KRW.

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