LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc (LG Mobile Phones) and Sprint held an exclusive event to launch LG’s latest handsets, LG Rumor Touch and LG Lotus Elite, available exclusively through Sprint. Both handsets have a sleek design, bold color choices and a full QWERTY keypad.

LG Rumor Touch is the newest release in the Rumor series, which first launched in 2007 with the release of LG Rumor, a full QWERTY keyboard device that is one of Sprint’s most popular messaging devices. With the release of LG Rumor Touch, consumers will now have access to the latest in touchscreen technology.

LG Lotus Elite is the newest release in the stylish Lotus Series. The new mobile handset, updated with a touch user interface, allows customers to help express their individual personality with its unique square shape and tattoo design. It also features the award-winning Sprint One Click user interface that gives users quick and easy access to their favorite features.

The red LG Lotus Elite will be available January 10, 2010 in all Sprint retail channels for $99.99 with a new two-year service agreement and $50 mail-in rebate (excludes taxes and surcharges). LG Lotus Elite will be available in black on February 14, 2010. LG Rumor Touch will be available in the first quarter of 2010; pricing and availability will be announced at a later date.