Recently LG Electronics announced the official launch of what appears to be its successor to the Prada mobile phone, the LG Viewty (KU990). The Viewty is a slim and sleek candy bar style phone that comes equipped with a Schneider-Kreuznach 5.1 megapixel auto-focus camera. The Viewty is designed for mobile photo enthusiasts looking for an all in one handset that can take quality photos while on the go.

In addition to its auto-focus capabilities, LG has also added image stabilization to the Viewty. Image stabilization helps prevent image blurring by making minute adjustments to the camera that counteract the effects of unsteady hands. Users can view photos on the Viewty’s large 3″ 262k color touchscreen TFT-LCD display. Photos can be edited and annotated digitally using the touchscreen and the handset’s included stylus. Still photos and video can be stored in the Viewty’s internal memory or on a microSD memory card. The music player supports the typical MP3/AAC/WMA formats, and the Viewty can also be used for browsing the web or reading email.

This new 3G handset supports the GSM 900/1800/1900MHz and UMTS 2100MHz frequency bands and weighs in at 112g (3.95oz). The Viewty measures 103.5mm x 54mm x 15mm (4.1″ x 2.1″ x 0.6″) and will be available in the UK mid-October of this year.