So far, the triple-SIM phones segment has largely been dominated by budget phone manufacturers like Intex, Zen Mobile and Micromax. However, according to reports, Korean giant LG too is planning to enter the fray with a phone dubbed A290. According to a report in GSM Arena, the triple SIM smartphone-A290 will sport a 2.2-inch display with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. The candy-bar shaped phone is reported to measure 113.5 x 51 x 12.95mm. Other features include, 1.3 megapixel camera with flashlight and a 500 mAh battery.

The report, however, doesn't confirm if users can keep their all three SIM cards active at the same time. A290 is expected to hit markets in Russia by late February for about 75 euros (roughly Rs 4,950). Though there are no details available on the phone's global launch, A290 may hit Indian shores considering the popularity of multiple-SIM phones in the country. Akai, Intex, Micromax and Zen Mobile are some of the companies who have launched their triple-SIM phones in India. LG reported on Wednesday an October-December operating profit of 23 billion won ($20.5 million). South Korea's LG Electronics Inc, the world's No. 2 TV maker, swung to a profit in the fourth quarter as its latest smartphone model helped its ailing handset unit post a small profit after six straight quarters of losses.