South Korean electronics major LG, currently attending the international mobile convention MWC (Mobile World Convention) 2013, has announced that the next generation Optimus L3-2 will officially make its global debut this week.

The new mid-range Optimus L3-II will be the second smartphone in the flagship series to make its debut; its high-end sibling Optimus L7-II hit stores in select markets of Europe a few days ago.

Speaking at the event, Dr Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company said, "The Optimus L3-ll is a versatile phone for the smart and stylish individual, its improved user experience makes this an attractive device for customers who want to express their sense of style without sacrificing functionality."

Key Specifications of LG Optimus L3-II Include:

Model

LG Optimus L3-II

Display

3.2-inch QVGA IPS display

OS

Android v4.1.2 OS (Jelly Bean)

Processor

Single core processor with 1GHz

CPU speed

RAM

512MB

Memory

4GB

Camera

3.0-megapixel main camera

Battery

1,540 mAh

Dimensions

Single-SIM (102.6 x 61.1 x 11.9 mm)

Dual-SIM (102.9 x 61.3 x 11.9 mm)

Price

Not disclosed

The new LG smartphone will be available in four colours - Indigo black, white, pink and titan.

The company has confirmed that Optimus L3-II will initially hit stores in Brazil this week and later in other South and Central American nations, Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa. The price details of the new handset are still under wraps.