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May 13, 2019

CitrixSynergy 2019 Q&A: LG Will Showcase Its Latest Models of Cloud Monitor, Thin Client and Zero Client Solutions at Booth 301

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Are you attending Citrix Synergy 2019 in Atlanta?  If so, I invite you to add LG to your MUST SEE list of vendors. 

With so many vendors exhibiting at Citrix Synergy this year, how do you know which booths to visit and who to get on your busy schedule?  VMblog is eager to check out the LG booth this year.  LG has launched an all new thin client portfolio, and the new lineup offers streamlined cloud computing solutions that are easier to secure and manage than traditional PCs.  They will also be showing off their cloud monitor and Zero client displays, designed for the IT professional. 

Read this exclusive pre-show interview between VMblog and LG to learn what the company has planned for the upcoming Synergy 2019 event.

 

VMblog:  As a Citrix Synergy 2019 sponsor, give us the rundown of your booth setup this year. How can attendees find you?  

LG:  Stop by LG booth #301 to learn about our newest suite of cloud monitor solutions, including Zero Client and Thin Client displays, designed with the IT professional in mind.  Don't forget to take part in our daily giveaways of a LG Phones. 

VMblog:  What type of theme do you have planned for this year's booth? 

LG:  WIGT... What's it Gonna Take. When you weigh all the benefits LG can bring to your business there really isn't any reason not to choose LG.

VMblog:  Why should a Synergy attendee add you to their MUST SEE list? 

LG:  Within the Thin Client series, we are showcasing our latest models including the 38-inch Curved UltraWide Thin Client AIO (all-in-one) featuring a WQHD+ resolution and curved LG IPS display for accurate color reproduction and outstanding picture quality from virtually any viewing angle, perfect for viewing data sheets or detailed images and drawings.  

VMblog:  If an attendee visits your booth, what's the big message that they will take back to work with them? 

LG:  Window to the Cloud. LG is offering Innovation when it comes to Thin and Zero Client Endpoints. LG is leading the charge by offering the first 38-inch AIO Thin client in the Market. LG is the Best of Breed IPS (In-Plane Switching) Display in the market. Product quality is high, picture quality is beautiful.

 

VMblog:  Have you sponsored Synergy before?

LG:  This is our first Synergy event as a sponsor. 

VMblog:  Can you give VMblog readers a sneak peek as to what you will be showing off at your booth this year? 

LG:  We will be promoting our NEW 24-inch and 38-inch AIO Thin Client endpoint devices and a Thin Client Box. Every LG Thin Client provides a secure, reliable and cost-efficient virtual desktop experience that's easy to implement and manage. 

VMblog:  Give readers a few reasons why your product or service is considered unique and differentiated from the competition.  

LG:  LG offers IPS displays. LG's IPS displays provide 100% accurate color and the BEST viewing angle - a true 178-degree wide viewing angle where color and contrast remain true and text is legible. LG Thin Client and Zero Client are All-in-One devices. 

VMblog:  How does your company work or partner with Citrix?  What value add do you provide?

LG:  LG's Thin Clients are compatible with Citrix. Citrix and LG create synergy through our channel partners by offering promotions that we deliver to channel partners. 

VMblog:  What are you looking forward to most at this year's event? 

LG:  LG is excited to network with the Citrix partners and create a buzz. LG's Thin Clients are the Window to the Cloud.

VMblog:  What would you say to prospective attendees who are thinking about attending Synergy but aren't sure if it's worth it or not? 

LG:  Citrix Synergy is an exceptional venue to learn about NEW technology that will help you migrate to a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).

VMblog:  What do you think we need to do collectively as an ecosystem to strengthen the industry? 

LG:  We need to keep an open line of communication. IT partner events will support the ecosystem.

VMblog:  Why do you think the EUC market is picking up steam right now?  What's changed?  

LG:  LG believes that Cloud and DaaS is a "Game Changer." The channel is embracing AWS, Azure, VMware, etc. The increased demand for cloud computing to decrease IT expenditure is one of the primary growth factors for the cloud computing market.

VMblog:  Do you have any quick predictions for 2019 you'd like to share?  

LG:  Zero Client and Thin Client devices will continue to increase in demand. The market is interested in cost reduction, ease of use and simplified management, not to mention higher data security.

VMblog:  Attendees always enjoy a good trade show giveaway.  What can an attendee hope to get at your booth? 

LG:  LG is TOP secret! Come by booth #301 and find out! 

VMblog:  Are you guys throwing or involved with any type of party during the event?  Can you share the details? 

LG:  LG will be a proud sponsor of the IGEL M7 events.

 

David Marshall

David Marshall has been involved in the technology industry for over 19 years, and he's been working with virtualization software since 1999. He was able to become an industry expert in virtualization by becoming a pioneer in that field - one of the few people in the industry allowed to work with Alpha stage server virtualization software from industry leaders: VMware (ESX Server), Connectix and Microsoft (Virtual Server).

Through the years, he has invented, marketed and helped launch a number of successful virtualization software companies and products. David holds a BS degree in Finance, an Information Technology Certification, and a number of vendor certifications from Microsoft, CompTia and others. He's also co-authored two published books: "VMware ESX Essentials in the Virtual Data Center" and "Advanced Server Virtualization: VMware and Microsoft Platforms in the Virtual Data Center" and acted as technical editor for two popular Virtualization "For Dummies" books. With his remaining spare time, David founded and operates one of the oldest independent virtualization news blogs, VMblog.com. And co-founded CloudCow.com, a publication dedicated to Cloud Computing. Starting in 2009 and continuing all the way to 2016, David has been honored with the vExpert distinction by VMware for his virtualization evangelism.