Yesterday we introduced you to some of Samsung’s extended family at CES 2012, so today we thought we’d explore a place for people to gather, relax, and refuel.

CES 2012 was packed to the brim with journalists, bloggers and experts from around the world.  Within this sea of humanity, we heard rumors of a place with super fast Wi-Fi, cold drinks and electric outlets; an oasis for bloggers!.  We decided we needed to find this place, so our search began!

Our mission led us to Samsung Smart Lounge, an oasis for bloggers!  Hanna Choi, who was in charge of the lounge, told us that with the ubiquity of Facebook, Twitter and other social media, “power-bloggers and tech journalists need a place to spread the information they gathered at CES.  So we decided to create somewhere they could do that.” 

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Within minutes of opening, the oasis was filled with bloggers and journalists from all over the globe.  We decided that as true journalists we needed to experience the lounge for ourselves.  The Wi-Fi signal was strong as could be, taking less than a second to connect.  Also available were chargers for any device that needed a quick pick-me-up, be it laptop, camera, camcorder, or cell phone.

With electric outlets everywhere, you could blog away at your leisure.

Blogging hard, you’re bound to need a little pick-me-up yourself.  Samsung Lounge also offered snacks and coffee for just those times!

The lounge was packed with over 60 people who enjoyed the facilities of the Samsung Lounge from open til close.

The Lounge also featured some of Samsung’s latest products, including the Series 5 and 7 laptops and even the Smart TV, which curious attendees tested out eagerly.  It appeared that bloggers had to be careful not to get too distracted by the amazing picture quality of the Smart TV.

The Samsung Smart Lounge also offered an interview area where we were able to talk to people from the media, such as Christina from the website Mashable.

SuYeoun: Nice to meet you! Could you introduce yourself?

Christina Warren: My name is Christina Warren from Mashable, a social media blog.  We try to explore the ways people use social media in their lives and introduce people to the latest technology.

SuYeoun: Did anything catch your eye at Samsung booth?

Christina Warren: The new OLED TV was really pretty.  And the ultrabook looked pretty slick too.

SuYeoun: How do you like the lounge?

Christina Warren: It’s great.  It’s a lot quieter than the pressroom and has a lot more outlets.  Not finding somewhere to plug in our laptops is always a problem.  The coffee’s good too!

In the interview area we also had a chance to speak with Edward Chester:

TaeWan: Tell us about yourself.

Edward Chester: I write for Trusted Reviews, a British tech magazine.  I’m reviewing some of the products unveiled at CES 2012.

TaeWan: Did you find anything uncomfortable at the Samsung Smart Lounge?

Edward Chester: Not at all.  I think it’s pretty nice.  It’s close to the booths and the Wi-Fi signal is really strong.  It’s hard to get a signal because there are too many people in other areas.  I’m enjoying the food too.

TaeWan: Would you like to say a word to the readers of Samsung Tomorrow?

Edward Chester: Happy New Years!

We hope you enjoyed our tour of the Samsung Smart Lounge as much as the CES attendees enjoyed using it!

MetroPCS Communications and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced the Samsung GALAXY Attain 4G (GALAXY SII 4G LTE), a multi-tasking smartphone with the power of 4G LTE and the kind of flair to help consumers manage their busy lives — without digging deep into their pocketbooks. Available online and in MetroPCS in the coming weeks, this mobile powerhouse is MetroPCS’ latest addition to its 4G LTE Android handset lineup.

The GALAXY Attain 4G, armed with a 1GHz processor, keeps consumers’ lives moving forward and helps them stay in the loop. Powered with Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), it is designed to handle everything in consumers’ day-to-day lives. Equipped with a 3 megapixel rear camera with LED flash, users can capture and share photos quickly and easily. The 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera and pre-loaded Google Talk application makes it simple to video chat face-to-face with loved ones on the device’s 3.5” screen. In addition, users will be able to take advantage of the Android Market with quick access to more than 300,000 applications, games and tools.

In addition, T-Mobile USA and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced the upcoming availability of the Samsung GALAXY S Blaze.  Adding to T-Mobile’s lineup of fastest 4G devices, the GALAXY S Blaze 4G will be the third smartphone to take advantage of 4G technology (HSPA+42) running on America’s Largest 4G Network.  Featuring a Qualcomm® Snapdragon S3 processor with 1.5 GHz dual CPUs, a brilliant Super AMOLED touch screen and a variety of pre-loaded entertainment, the GALAXYS Blaze 4G provides fast access to the things consumers want most.

The GALAXY S Blaze 4G will offer a variety of pre-loaded entertainment features so consumers can enjoy their favorite movies, TV shows, games, music and more while on-the-go. The Samsung GALAXY S Blaze 4G is expected to be available later this year; additional details regarding features will be revealed closer to availability.

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Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No.1 mobile phone provider in the United States, today announced at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the Samsung GALAXY Note and GALAXY Tab 7.7 will be the first Samsung Approved for Enterprise (SAFE) devices marketed directly to consumers who wish to use their own mobile devices in both their business and personal lives.

SAFE is an exclusive suite of security features delivering enterprise-friendly capabilities above and beyond standard Android platform features to safeguard sensitive data and communications such as:

• Mobile Device Management (MDM) – Maximizing flexibility. SAFE addresses even businesses’ most challenging management and security concerns through relationships with leading MDM providers such as SOTI.

• On-Device Encryption – Maximizing security. Samsung offers AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption to mitigate the elevated risks of virtual and physical attack while the device is used for enterprise purposes. SAFE devices help prevent unauthorized access to mobile data by leveraging on-device encryption, including data on the microSD card.

• Virtual Private Network (VPN) – Maximizing accessibility. Samsung works with several global VPN providers such as Cisco, Juniper and others to enable fast, secure and reliable global corporate connectivity. SAFE devices support protocols and authentication measures for better security and faster access for enhanced off-site productivity.

• Corporate Email/Calendar/Contacts – Maximizing efficiency. SAFE devices offer extensive support for communication systems such as Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. Samsung SAFE devices support additional capabilities above and beyond stock smartphone and tablet operating systems, maximizing the efficiency and productivity for enterprise users.

SAFE was first introduced to Samsung’s enterprise customers in October 2011. As more organizations are adopting “bring your own device” (BYOD) policies, Samsung recognized that consumers are increasingly interested in devices that effectively and elegantly meet their personal and business mobile needs.

For these consumers, the GALAXY Note delivers a new category of smartphone to the U.S. market, with a larger screen, and new user input technology with the innovative S Pen, while retaining a pocketable design. With the S Pen, which accurately mimics ink-pen and a pad of paper experience, individuals can “handwrite” important notes or edits to files during business meetings, or let their creative juices flow while brainstorming concepts and designs – and instantly share them on AT&T’s 4G LTE network,

The Android 3.2 Honeycomb powered GALAXY Tab 7.7 boasts a brilliant Super AMOLED Plus touch screen display, a 1.4GHz dual core processor, rear-facing three megapixel camera with LED flash and front-facing 2 megapixel camera for video chat capabilities, and an integrated IR blaster allowing it to serve as the ultimate interactive smart remote. At just 7.9 millimeters thin and weighing only 340 grams (roughly 12 ounces), this tablet is one of the most portable devices for a truly mobile workforce using the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network.

Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics Q3 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.

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Below you can view photographs of the Notebook Series 9 for an opportunity to better explore the remarkable design and thinness of Samsung’s new laptop. Wish we could show you how light it is, too.

Samsung Electronics today introduced the new Samsung Notebook Series 5 ULTRA, representing more than just thin & light, packing ultra performance beyond expectations.

Unleash “Most Secret” Features

Available in 13” and 14”, the Series 5 ULTRA reveals its performance through an Intel® Core i5-2467M processor, up to 8GB memory, ExpressCache system by Diskeeper and AMD Radeon HD graphics card. As a result, the Series 5 ULTRA is able to fast boot in just 20 seconds, wake up in 2 seconds, whilst web browsing is twice as fast as the previous generation notebook PCs.

Performance would be nothing without enough space to store your data. Due to the development of digital image devices and various media platforms, files are getting larger every day, increasing the need for bigger user storage. Despite the recent trend of cloud storage, local storage is still preferred among users on a daily basis. Not to compromise these needs the Series 5 ULTRA 14” offers up to 1TB ultra storage capacity ensuring that users never need to carry a peripheral storage device with them.

The performance has been further enhanced by the extended battery life. The Samsung Series 5 ULTRA delivers up to 6.4 hours of battery life on a single charge, to make sure users enjoy the ultra features throughout the day. The Samsung Battery Life Plus is a true anti-aging battery technology which keeps 80% of the cell’s original capacity in a life cycle lasting up to 1,500 charging cycles / 3 years. This ensures that the battery can last up to five times longer than other notebooks.

ULTRA of your Choice

To meet the concept of being the true companion of consumers, the Samsung Series 5 ULTRA will be offered in 13” and 14”.

To ensure ease-of-use while on the move, the Series 5 ULTRA 13” is just 14~17.6mm thin and 1.38kg light. The Intel® Core i5 processor, up to 8GB memory, up to 500GB storage and 16GB iSSD with ExpressCache ensures that mobility is not compromised. Consumers can also choose from a 128GB SSD or 258GB SSD as their preferred storage. To offer maximum connection to other devices, the 13 inch model also carries full-size HDMI port along with one USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, 4-in-1 multi SD card slot, Ethernet and webcam.

The 14” model equipped with Intel® Core i5 processor, up to 8GB memory and 16GB iSSD with ExpressCache system offers exceptional performance. For larger storage and heightened visual experience, the Series 5 ULTRA 14” embraces up to 1TB storage as well as an AMD Radeon HD7550M 1GB graphics card. An integrated Optical Disc Drive is also installed for maximum convenience. In terms of connectivity, the 14” model offers full-size HDMI, VGA, two USB 3.0, one USB 2.0, 4-in-1 multi SD card slot, Ethernet and webcam. All the above features are packed into a 20.9mm thin and 1.84kg light chassis.

Both models carry Samsung’s superior LCD technology with 300nit HD LED SuperBright screen, Image Enhancer technology and anti-reflective screen, enabling consumers an ultra viewing experience no matter where the user is.

The Samsung Notebook Series 5 ULTRA will be officially revealed at the CES 2012 in Las Vegas on January 2012.

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Samsung Electronics announced today the latest additions to its family of camcorders, offering a range of innovative features that appeal to film-makers of all abilities and ambitions. The new QF20 takes Samsung’s innovative Switch Grip feature one step further for even easier recording. Both devices introduce Wi-Fi connectivity to the camcorder range, revolutionizing the storing and sharing of movies. The F80, meanwhile, is the range’s go-anywhere family-friendly companion, whilst the W300’s ruggedized design is perfect for the on-the-road adventurer.

Flexible family fun with the Q20/QF20

The Q20 follows on from the popular and innovative Q10, incorporating the new Switch Grip 2 which now includes Vertical Recording, increasing flexibility with three recording angles. The Switch Grip means that however the camcorder is held, the G-magnetic sensor inside recognizes the angle and turns the LCD display so it’s easy to see and control recording from any angle. The QF20 also boasts innovative Wi-Fi capability for uploading and sharing content, alongside Auto-Backup to quickly and securely backup your memories to your chosen PC.

The Q20’s stylish design houses 1080i Full HD recording, 20x optical zoom and creative functions in a slim and portable form. Ideal for busy young families, it is a lightweight and easy-to-use grab-and-go companion. Samsung’s new ‘Shake It’ feature incorporated in the Q20 gives an extra sense of fun to family movies, allowing artistic effects to be added randomly with a simple shake of the camera and Art time lapse effects including reverse time lapse can allow anyone to unleash their creativity! Meanwhile the camcorder’s One Touch recording function and touch-LCD make it easier than ever to control your recording and editing as you go.

The all-terrain W300/W350 for extreme shots in extreme conditions

The W300 is the latest in Samsung’s ruggedized range of pocket camcorders, designed as the ideal companion for sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Water-proof up to five meters, shock-proof from heights of up to two meters and dust-proof, it allows users to capture all the action and adventure of an outdoor lifestyle in 1080/30p full HD video. Its innovative range of value-adding features make it perfectly suited to extreme use, while its optional floating bumper featured in the W350 enables filming whilst floating the camcorder on water. The 5M BSI CMOS Sensor and F2.2 Bright Lens also facilitate low-light shooting for high quality images. Whilst the addition of Switch Grip (W350 only) means that your videos stay upright, whether you’re whitewater rafting or skydiving!

Fun family moments in HD with the F80

The F80 is a family-friendly option that offers HD capabilities and upgraded image quality in an affordable and stylish package, full of intelligent features and powered by HDMI. With 52x optical zoom and 65x intelli-zoom, the F80 brings you closer to the family action. The F80 also features 1280 x 720 30p recording for smooth and clear video capturing in clear and bright detail on the 1/3.2″ 5M pixel CMOS Sensor as well as 1080i video upscaling via HDMI and the Smart Background Music II makes it easy to add a custom soundtrack to make your movies truly memorable.

Create memories that are works of art

Each new camcorder in Samsung’s new line-up offers creative options to bring your movies to life easily and without the need for editing experience or even a computer!  My Clip, found across the whole range, is a simple way to bookmark the most important parts of the action as they happen so that you can pick the best moments for an instantly edited ‘highlights’ montage.  The upgraded Smart BGM II (Background Music) adds atmosphere to movies by letting you sync your music, automatically adjusting volume under/over your video clip. All the camcorders also feature brilliant still shots – for moments when only a snapshot will do!

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Samsung Electronics announced an innovative Disc to Digital feature on its 2012 Blu-ray Players that helps consumers turn their personal DVD collection into digital content and facilitates this content sharing on multiple devices in the home and on the go.

The flagship 3D Blu-ray products from the market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics include:

• Compact Blu-ray player boasting a slightly larger-than-a-disc form factor (model BD-ES6000)
• 3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs and built-in WiFi (model BD-E6500)

Improved content sharing

The Disc to Digital feature is a boon to consumers with a library of DVDs. At a fraction of the cost to purchase these same movies from streaming content providers, consumers can now register their ownership of movies to access these same movies on a variety of devices virtually anytime and anywhere. Consumers also have the option to purchase Blu-ray quality versions of the movies.

Innovative Blu-ray Features in a Sophisticated Form Factor

Consumers can look forward to innovative design without sacrificing performance with Samsung’s new stylish 3D Blu-ray line. All new models exemplify Samsung’s 3S philosophy – symmetric, slim form factor and slot-in design – to complement the stylish elements in any home entertainment room. The units are designed as symmetric products with a centralized slot-in mechanism and convenient centralized controls for easy access and management. The line-up’s lack of mechanical parts also makes for a smoother and quieter loading experience, with a boot time of less than one second.

Consumers now have an easy way to enhance and upgrade their current TV experience with the latest services and content options through Samsung’s Blu-ray players. The premium 3D Blu-ray line-up provides access to Samsung Smart Hub, a simple way to access, search and explore Samsung Apps. New in 2012, Samsung Blu-ray players will offer a full web browser and the ability to experience rich content. They also have built-in WiFi for convenient access to a variety of web-based content and connectivity options.

Sharing content across devices is made even easier with the new DLNA-certified Blu-ray line. In addition, 2012 Blu-ray players will be supported by WiFi Direct, which allows WiFi devices to be connected directly and easily without a wireless access point.

Regardless of the source material’s original resolution, the 2012 3D Blu-ray line’s powerful video processor can upconvert DVDs, older non-HD content and even low-resolution streaming video to pristine Full HD 1080p. It also supports an array of audio formats including Dolby Digital Plus / TrueHD and DTS-HD Bitstream Outputs. No matter what the experience, the2012 lineup’s BD Wise Plus feature automatically adjusts the TV setting to provide optimal picture for each scenario.

Compact Blu-ray Player

Only slightly larger than a Blu-ray disc, the versatile Samsung BD-ES6000 3D Blu-ray player packs the latest video technologies and connectivity features into a compact form factor. This balance of technology and high design makes it a perfect addition to any room where space is at a premium, but outstanding video playback is desired.

Taking minimalism to the max without sacrificing performance, the BD-ES6000 sports a cubic form factor and features a stylish multi-layered pattern design on the top of its cabinet. The player is also designed to support a 2-channel system for additional space-saving benefit.

3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs

Bringing Hollywood even closer to home, the slim and stylish Samsung BD-E6500 3D Blu-ray player delivers breathtaking 2D and 3D content playback. With 2 HDMI inputs, it streamlines connections to the TV by allowing more than one component, such as a set-top box and game console, to be hooked up to BD-E6500 and connected to the TV via only one HDMI output. This minimize the number of wires required so that the home entertainment area may be free of clutter an also maintain a minimalist look-and-feel to the room.

The BD-E6500 features a two-tone design that accentuates its slimness. The top of the player features an elegant piano-black finish, while the bottom has the look and feel of high-grade metal. A bright but unobtrusive Mystic Blue lighting feature serves as an elegant accent to unite the two parts together.

Reinventing the Multi-Screen Experience

Samsung is introducing a new remote control app that can be downloaded onto an Android or Apple smartphone. Previously only available for Samsung TVs, the 2012 remote control app enhances how users control and search for content on their Blu-ray players. The app’s MovieNote feature also offers instant access to detailed information on movies they are currently watching, including plot synopsis, actor and director biography information.

When the smartphone is connected to the same home network as a Samsung Blu-ray player, users can control their Blu-ray player with ease and use the QWERTY keyboard on their devices for easy information input.

Samsung continues to embrace the promise of the multi-screen world with Samsung’s Family Box service, a suite of cloud-supported life management services that can be accessed and managed from multiple screens – including smartphones, PCs and TVs – through the Family Cloud Server. The Edutainment service allows parents to manage the educational needs of their children, monitor their TV viewing time or the content they are watching.

These 3D Blu-ray players will be on display at Samsung’s booth #12004 in the Central Hall at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), January 10-13, 2012.

Full details, video content and product images are available at the Samsung microsite at: www.samsungces.com. The press conference will also be streamed live from: www.samsungces.com, www.global.samsungtomorrow.com.

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Samsung Electronics unveiled the world’s largest commercialized OLED TV, a masterpiece that will be acclaimed by home entertainment and design enthusiasts alike. The 55-inch OLED will be produced from a single pane of glass and uses Samsung’s Super OLED technology for the ultimate in picture quality. The model will begin production this year on an entirely new 8th generation fabrication line created exclusively by Samsung for OLED manufacturing.

Super OLED technology eliminates the need for a color filter as the OLED pixel unit consists of RGB sub-pixels—each emitting its own light. The technology is also able to differentiate varying degrees of blacks and shadows, so that users can enjoy unparalleled detail even in the darkest of scenes.

The Ultimate in Picture Quality and Design

The Samsung Super OLED features unmatched vivid and true-to-life picture quality in both 2D and 3D, with up to 40% improved color accuracy compared to LED.  Since light output on the Super OLED is controlled on a pixel-to-pixel basis, the truest blacks and purest whites can be achieved.  Further, the Samsung Super OLED offers response times over 1,000 times faster than LED, virtually eliminating motion blur even in the most action-packed scenes.

The design of the Samsung Super OLED is an engineering feat that provides a breathtaking form factor that blends into any environment.  When powered on, a bright, vibrant picture illuminates the screen from edge to edge. When turned off, the TV appears like a framed piece of luxurious floating glass; when hung on the wall, it resembles a work of art more than an electronic device.

Richer Content for Outstanding Entertainment 

The Super OLED TV also incorporates the latest improvements to Smart Hub, Samsung’s integrated designation for accessing all types of content from a single screen. The interface has been updated for easier navigation and faster performance. With a new tabbed web browser, users can conveniently open multiple pages at a time for an improved web experience.

The Samsung Super OLED TV is equipped with Samsung’s new dual core chipset, which allows users to run multiple apps simultaneously for an uninterrupted experience, as well as a smoother web browsing experience.

To date, Samsung Apps, the world’s largest HDTV-apps store, offers more than 1,400 apps, including apps from leading brands such as CNBC, ESPN, Google, Hulu, Netflix, MTV, NBA and NBC Universal.

Samsung’s AllShare Play offers a seamless way for users to access, manage and share content through seamless cloud storage and access that content on supported smartphones, tablets, camera, computers or TV, regardless of their location.

Intuitive Controls and an HD Camera with Smart Interaction Technology

Consumers can use Samsung’s new Smart Interaction technology to easily manage their TV experience. By using hand gestures, voice controls and facial recognition features to complement the remote control, users can turn the TV on or off, adjust the volume or activate selected apps through speech. They can also use voice to activate the search function in the web browser and “tell” the TV what they are searching for.

The Super OLED’s built-in HD camera recognizes movement in the foreground to enable intuitive control, and two unidirectional array microphones recognize voice at an incredibly accurate rate. Noise cancellation technology helps to separate any background noise from the users’ commands.

The Samsung Super OLED TV, a Best of Innovations Award Honoree at CES 2012, will be on display at the 2012 International CES, booth #12004, in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) from January 10-13, 2012. It will be available commercially worldwide this year.

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Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), today announced that the Samsung GALAXY Tab 7.7 will be available on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network.
The Samsung GALAXY Tab 7.7 boasts a brilliant Super AMOLED Plus touch screen display to watch movies, view pictures and play games that come to life in 720p (1280×720) resolution. It also features a 1.4GHz dual core processor and HTML 5 Web browser to quickly access the Web, stream music and more at blazing speeds using the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network. The GALAXY Tab 7.7 measures just 7.89mm thin and weighs only 345g (roughly 12 ounces), making this tablet one of the most portable devices available.

Brilliant Display

The GALAXY Tab 7.7’s Super AMOLED Plus Display delivers brilliant, high-contrast colors and a beautiful, crisp viewing experience, which allows for a wider range of colors with greater separation between lights and darks, making images incredibly vivid

Convenient and Intuitive

Peel Smart Remote TV application allows users to instantly find and watch their favorite TV shows and discover new shows based on their preferences through built-in infrared capabilities and allows users to control any home entertainment system regardless of manufacturer

A Powerful OS

The Android 3.2 Honeycomb supports Google Mobile Services including Gmail, YouTube, Google Talk, Google Search, Google Maps, Google Movies, Google Books and Android Market.

Personalize

Samsung TouchWiz designed with Live Panels for customizing the home screen with digital pictures, favorite Web sites and social network feeds.  In addition, the TouchWiz UX includes a Mini Apps tray of commonly used features, such as task manager, calendar and music player which can be launched while other apps are already in use.  The clipboard feature allows customers to copy and paste texts and images.

Do More

• Mobile Hotspot capability – Share your 4G LTE connection with up to 10 Wi-Fi enabled devices or 3G connection with up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices
• Samsung Apps – Samsung Apps is a recommendation engine that aggregates over 50,000 apps from the Android Market that are optimized for Honeycomb. Samsung Apps also adds a social element by allowing consumers to share the apps they like with friends on Facebook®.
• Samsung Media Hub – Offering a vast lineup of critically acclaimed films and TV programs for rent or purchase (TV content can only be purchased)
• Samsung Social Hub – Built around messaging, which allows customers to send and receive information, whether it is email (Exchange, POP3/IMAP), social network updates (Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn®)
• QuickOffice® Pro HD – Get the most powerful office productivity suite for Android Honeycomb tablets with advanced Microsoft® Office editing, SmartTouch technology and Connected File Manager with integrated remote storage access
• Wi-Fi Direct – Customers can connect to their Wi-Fi-enabled portable devices and seamlessly transfer music, videos and other data over an adhoc Wi-Fi connection
• AllShare App – Enables inter-device connectivity through Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA), so customers can send multimedia content wirelessly to other DLNA-enabled devices such as TVs and laptops

Accessories

• Keyboard Dock – Full-size dock with tablet hotkeys that activate key features of the GALAXY Tab 7.7 including Internet, email and music/video controls

• Multimedia Dock – Portrait viewing format for desktop display; fitted cradle and weighted base to keep your GALAXY Tab in place; built-in HDMI out port; 3.5mm stereo audio output for connection to external speakers (cable not included) and charging capabilities

• USB/SD Adapter Connection Kit – 30-pin to SD adapter for sharing multimedia files with your Tab via an SD or microSD device.  USB adapter allows customers to connect an array of USB capable devices such as a mouse, keyboard, thumb drive, camera, Samsung printers, and more

• HDTV Adapter – Powered HDMI cable for video and audio streaming from your Tab to a compatible HDTV; support for HD video up to 1080p; simultaneous charging while streaming

• Book Cover Case – Ultra-slim fit with full access to all buttons and ports. Stands the tablet in landscape for optimal media viewing or as a keyboard stand for typing

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Samsung Electronics is taking technological innovation and wonder in the laundry room to a new level with the launch of its 4.5 cu. ft. capacity WF457 Front-Loading Washer.  Combining superior cleaning performance and a new Smart Control System that will significantly streamline the laundry process, the WF457 delivers the easiest and most efficient laundry experience ever.

Making its debut at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) January 10-13, the WiFi-enabled WF457 washer’s Smart Control system allows consumers to stay connected to the washer cycle without having to remain close by the machine.  Consumers can, via a smart phone application, monitor cycle selections, remaining time and finishing alerts, as well as remotely start or pause the washer from anywhere in the house – a huge benefit to busy moms who spend time running up and down stairs trying to estimate when the load is done.

In addition, Samsung’s Smart Care system makes user manuals obsolete by quickly diagnosing washer issues and sending alerts to consumers’ smart phones. And the washer features the industry’s largest 8” color LCD touch screen – as intuitive as it is stylish – for easy cycle selection.

The WF457 washer is also the first from Samsung to feature Water Shot Technology, which delivers a cleansing shot of water with dissolved detergent and then a rinsing shot for dual rinse performance.  These result in a cycle time that is up to 25 percent shorter compared with conventional washers.

Other features of the WF457 include:

• The industry’s largest capacity – large enough to fit 31 bath towels
• Seven Specialty Cycles to take the guesswork out of laundry and provide the best washing performance and stain treatment for specific occasions like Office, Nursery, Kidswear, Picnic, Gardening and more.  And unlike most stain treatment cycles that only remove a specific stain, Specialty Cycles treat all potential stains and dirt for the best cleaning results
• Eco Seal to prevent the build-up of residue around the washer door
• Samsung’s exclusive Power Foam Technology, which infuses detergent with air and water to create a powerful cleaning foam that penetrates fabrics quicker
• Steam  cycles in both the washer and matching dryer for enhanced stain removal, wrinkle reduction and fabric refreshing
• Stainless Steel Diamond Drum design that reduces wear and tear on delicate fabrics
• VRT Vibration Reduction Technology Plus which makes the washer so quiet, it can be installed on second floors and near bedrooms, even at 1300 revolutions per minute
• Smart Vent Sensing in the DV457 dryer that indicates blockages in vents and notifies consumers when its time to clean them, helping with overall appliance performance and reducing potential fire hazards

Recognized by ENERGY STAR as a ‘Most Efficient 2011’ clothes washer, the WF457 is leading the charge toward eco-efficiency within the industry. It uses just 96 kWh/year in electricity and up to 70 percent less water than top-loading washing machines, helping consumers save even more money on utility bills. In addition, the WF457 is the first Samsung washer to be Smart Grid-ready, a national program created in conjunction with utility providers to enhance the overall efficiency of consumers’ electricity consumption and CO² emissions, saving energy and reducing their electricity bills. The WF457 was also named a 2012 CES Innovations Award honoree in the eco-design category.

The WF457 Washer and matching dryer will be available in Charcoal and white at major retailers in Spring 2012.

To see these new smart kitchen appliances and more first-hand, visit the Samsung booth #12004 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The press conference will also be streamed live from www.global.samsungtomorrow.com.

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Samsung Electronics announced today the launch of a new range of Wi-Fi enabled travel zoom cameras. The WB850F, WB150F, and ST200F enhance the advanced optical zoom and image quality that the WB range is known for, with Wi-Fi capability to facilitate sharing and saving images – wherever you are in the world. Housed in compact, light and durable bodies, the new zoom series from Samsung make the perfect travel companions.

Samsung’s innovative new SMART Wi-Fi technology aims to change the way we take pictures, share and store them. With the new Samsung SMART long-zoom cameras, users no longer have to worry about unearthing a tangle of cables to transfer their images over to their hard drive using the Auto Backup function. They can also take advantage of integrated free storage space from Samsung’s AllShare Play and Microsoft Sky Drive to make their photo accessible anywhere.

Of course, one of the best parts of discovering new places and cultures is sharing your experiences with friends and family back home. With the Wi-Fi capability of the new Samsung SMART long-zooms this is quicker and easier than ever. From any Wi-Fi hotspot, users can email photos or share them on social networks such as Facebook and Picasa and post videos to YouTube in a few simple steps. The WB850F also uses GPS and Live Landmark to enhance your journeys, enabling you to download maps and find out information on nearby locations with the touch of a button. The camera’s Digital Compass can also give users their location and tell them how far they are from certain locations, whilst the MapView function allows users to download maps and use their camera to help explore new cities. For those that don’t need Wi-Fi, the WB150 and ST200 will also be available as versions of the cameras without this feature.

As with their WB predecessors, the WB850F, WB150F and ST200F make it easy to capture incredible detail through their zoom lenses, making it simple to get up-close shots that were once out of reach. The WB850F features a 21x optical zoom – Samsung’s best yet, with an impressive 18x optical super zoom on the WB150F, and 10x optical zoom lenses on the ST200F. In order to capture the detail at its best, all travel zoom models feature upwards of 12 Megapixel sensors (16.2 Megapixels on the WB850F and 14.2 Megapixels on the WB150F). The WB850F also features pioneering BSI CMOS sensor technology to reduce image noise and distortion, even in low light conditions. This crystal-clear detail can then be experienced in all its clarity on the 3.0” VGA AMOLED screen featured on both models.

Share unforgettable scenes in Full HD

Whether filming at the carnival in Rio de Janeiro or from a vantage point atop the world’s highest buildings, Samsung travel zoom cameras mean you can share your video in HD. The WB850F captures awesome detail in 1080/30p Full HD and 1080/60i for spectacular scenery shots whilst the WB150F and ST200F also feature fantastic 720/30p HD capture ensuring that once-in-a-lifetime experiences are captured in all the color and vibrancy that you experienced them in.

Make any picture come to life with Motion Photo

Be the only person walking through a crowd of statues, see a solitary tree bending in the breeze – with  Motion Photo  you can make one element of a normal photograph come to life and keep moving while the rest of the frame stays still. Edit it instantly on your camera and use Wi-Fi to share it immediately without ever needing a computer. This feature is included on the ST200F.

Making it easy to get the best shot

With the new travel zoom cameras, it’s up to you how you get the best shot. On the WB850F and WB150F you can explore your own photographic skills with Full Manual Control, also taking advantage of the OIS (available on all models – WB850F, WB150F and ST200F) Alternatively, Smart Auto, available on all the new models, identifies and automatically selects the most appropriate of its scene modes to provide you with the best possible result every time. From a fireworks display to a dimly-lit party, scene detection technology identifies the shooting conditions and automatically tailors the settings to help achieve standout results.

Live Panorama to get everyone in the shot!

Live Panorama, featured on the WB850F, WB150F and ST200F, allows you to capture even more of the action, facilitating wide panoramic shots which don’t miss any of the detail, from sprawling mountain peaks through to large groups of friends. The function allows the easy capture of large scenes by simply holding down the shutter button and sweeping the camera across. Users can even preview the whole scene they’ve just captured via the LCD screen.

Fun features to add a twist to your travels

Why not add some more fun to your travels by getting creative with your photographs? With Split Shot you can divide the screen into three separate shots and create up to three different photographs by simply blending them together to create a whole new view of your travels. Using Magic Frame you can also position your target in the middle of a fun background – either choose from one of the many pre-designed backgrounds like movie billboards or posters or erase part of an existing picture to get even more creative! Or use the Picture in Picture feature to insert your photo – whether an eye-catching monument or personal portrait into another image or video so you can combine your favorite shots to make a memorable collage. Finally, you can also bend, stretch, and warp your friends and family for big laughs — with the Funny Face feature simply press the 5-direction key to enlarge heads or noses, or create hilarious distortions. And when you move the camera, Face Tracking preserves the funny looks just the way you want them.

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Samsung Electronics today unveiled its vision for the future of the consumer electronics industry, pushing the boundaries of innovation further than ever before. Working across its entire product catalogue, Samsung will remove the barriers that exist between devices and across content to deliver a smarter, simpler and more connected life for consumers.

Presenting at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2012, Samsung revealed a new connected ecosystem that encompasses its diverse array of products, content and services.

Pushing the boundaries of content, design, connectivity and control, Samsung’s new products and services continue to help consumers live a smarter connected life.

Ultimate Picture Quality, Premium Content

For 2012, Samsung has pushed the boundaries of home entertainment and expanded the content options on its Smart TVs. This is evident in its first Super OLED TV and the ES8000 flagship LED TV.

The ES8000 LED TV redefines how consumers access, experience and manage their home entertainment. Powered by a dual-core processor, users can surf the web while using or downloading multiple apps simultaneously. A broad range of content is also available through Samsung Apps, the industry’s preferred TV apps platform.

Continuing its future-forward path, Samsung also introduced today the ultimate TV delivering new sensations, and an entirely new category of television that the industry has long been awaiting—Samsung’s very first 55-inch Super OLED TV. As a CES “Best of Innovations 2012” award winner, Samsung is proud to utilize its long history and expertise surrounding OLED product development to bring this technology to large-screen TVs. Samsung’s proprietary Super OLED technology incorporates the ultimate in vividness, speed and thinness, with true-to-life picture quality, enhanced color accuracy and motion picture quality even in the fastest scenes. Also incorporated into Samsung’s Super OLED TV   is Smart Interaction, Samsung Apps, 3D functionality and multitasking—enabling the TV of tomorrow to be delivered today at CES.

This year, Samsung plans to continue its leadership in the Smart TV category with three driving philosophies for a Smarter Life: Smart Interaction, Smart Content and Smart Evolution – all of which arm consumers with the future of Smart TV technology, today.

Smart Interaction – As content has become smarter, robust and more accessible, Samsung’s vision for the way in which consumers interact with their TVs has also evolved. Smart Interaction enables Smart TV owners to communicate with their TVs via voice control, motion control and face recognition. Thanks to a built-in HD camera and dual-microphones, consumers may simply say “Hi TV” to turn on voice control, speak “Web Browser” to get online, and browse and select results or increase the volume by just pointing a hand.

Smart Content – Expansion of more robust and personalized content offerings to better meet consumers’ needs is a principal goal of Samsung Smart TV. On the press conference stage, Samsung spoke to its content success—with more than 1,400 Smart TV apps now available including Angry Birds, Discovery Channel, and the number of third-party developers that has grown from 550 to 25,000 in just two years.

Samsung has revamped its AllShare service with “AllShare Play,” which enables consumers to easily access personal content regardless of where you are in the world or whether it is stored on a TV, tablet, camera, phone or PC.

Samsung is taking the connected ecosystem one step further with three new exclusive services for the Samsung Smart TV: Family Story, Fitness and Kids—enabling families to share photos and messages with each other, easily sync their fitness goals and activities, and help kids partake in educational viewing while recording progress every step of the way.

Smart Evolution – Samsung’s new “Evolution Kit,” the world’s first of its kind, will be packed with necessary hardware and software each year using Samsung’s proprietary system-on-chip technology, —bringing enhancements to content and performance to select 2012 or newer Smart TVs. With a simple slot-in to the back of your TV, the dream of experiencing the newest in TV technology can be brought to life.

Powerful LTE Smart Mobile Devices in U.S. Market

For Samsung Mobile, pushing boundaries means providing consumers with unlimited choice and ensuring there is a portable device to meet their every need. An example of Samsung pushing the boundaries in mobile is with the Galaxy Note, a device that brings a new category of smartphone, coming to AT&T.

The Galaxy Note was successfully introduced across the globe through the Galaxy Note World Tour, in Europe, Asia, Middle East, China and Korea. Unveiled during AT&T’s Developer Summit, Samsung has partnered with AT&T to launch the Samsung Galaxy Note in the U.S. market.

Galaxy Note features the world’s first and largest 5.3” HD Super AMOLED display. This is an expansive high-resolution smart screen that provides an immersive and best in class viewing experience while ensuring smartphone portability and on the go usability. Additionally, an advanced pen-input technology, called the S Pen, combines with Galaxy Note’s full touch screen to introduce a unique user experience. Taking full advantage of the large display, Galaxy Note users will be able to capture, create and share, while on the go.

In addition to the Galaxy Note, Samsung today revealed the Galaxy Tab 7.7 with Verizon Wireless. As just 7.9mm thin and weighing roughly half a pound, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 is the thinnest, lightest and most portable Honeycomb tablet on the market today. It possesses all of the features and performance of Samsung’s recently launched and critically acclaimed Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, adding a few features sure to push the boundaries of the tablet experience.

The Galaxy Tab 7.7 is the first tablet in the US to feature Super AMOLED Plus Display  running on Verizon Wireless’ powerful 4G LTE Broadband network. Users will experience seamless video chat, rapid Web browsing and rich graphic processing at 4G LTE speeds, as well as the industry’s best and brightest display technology in the palm of their hand. And like the Galaxy Note, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 has Samsung’s SAFE certification for enterprise use.

SMART Camera Technology

With more than half of the estimated 2.5 billion digital camera owners in the world sharing their photos via online and social networking sites, and more than 100,000 Wi-Fi hotspots in more than 75 countries, the benefits of Wi-Fi have never been more important or accessible.  As a leading innovator in the digital imaging industry, Samsung Electronics is responding to growing consumer demand for integrated Wi-Fi enabled cameras that allow users to email photos or share them on social networks.  Following the success of the SH100 camera, Samsung’s range of wireless SMART cameras is comprised of no fewer than five cameras and camcorders, all Wi-Fi enabled.

In particular, Samsung introduced the WB850F, a Wi-Fi-enabled long-zoom camera boasting a 21x super zoom, Samsung’s best yet. The device’s pioneering 16 Megapixel BSI CMOS sensor reduces image noise and distortion, even in low light conditions to deliver high quality images which can be experienced in vivid clarity on the 3.0” VGA AMOLED screen. Added fun features, such as GPS and Live Landmark make it the latest must-have travel companion, enhancing journeys with maps and local info at the touch of a button. Housed in an ultra-compact body, consumers now have the freedom to shoot in stunning clarity, store and share – anywhere, anytime.

Samsung’s innovative new SMART Wi-Fi technology pushes the boundaries by revolutionising the way people capture and manage their images, making it simpler and less time-intensive to store them across devices, as well as easy and fun to share them instantly. All of this without compromising on image quality.

Thanks to the Auto Backup function, users no longer have to worry about unearthing a tangle of cables to transfer their images over to their hard drive. Instant Sharing meanwhile allows users to share photos through email or social networking sites, as well as synchronizing pictures from their camera to other devices in real time.

Design Craftsmanship Meets Performance

Furthermore, Samsung today revealed the next generation Series 9 Notebook, 21% thinner and 28% smaller than its predecessor, it will be the thinnest premium notebook on the market.. Crafted for consumers striving for top quality items with a new aluminum unibody design, the new Series 9 will be available in a 13.3” and 15” SuperBright Plus screen sizes.  Both will feature second generation Intel® Core processors, full connectivity solid state storage.

Additionally, Samsung today introduced the Series 5 ULTRA. Encased in a thin and lightweight chassis and powered by an Intel® Core i5 processor, these Ultrabooks provide plenty of power for those on the go.  Available in 13.3” and 14” sizes, the 14”offers a category unique DVD drive. It boots up in just 20 seconds and wakes up in just 2 seconds. Web browsing is twice as fast as the previous generation of notebook PCs

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Storage is also a category exclusive featuring 500GB HDD complemented with 16 GB SSD ExpressCache ensuring improved speeds when executed everyday tasks like web browsing

Smart Appliances, Smart Kitchen

Building on the success of its connected refrigerator, this year Samsung unveiled the WiFi-enabled WF457 washer with a Smart Control system allowing consumers to monitor cycle selections and remaining time as well as receive an alert when the load is complete via an application on their Samsung smartphone.

For LCD Refrigerators with apps, Samsung introduces a Grocery Manager app that will allow consumers to track the location and expiration time of perishables. The apps will be added to the side-by-side (RSG309) and four-door French Door (RF4289) models.

Full details, video content and product images are available at the Samsung microsite at: www.samsungces.com. The press conference will also be streamed live from : www.samsungces.com and www.global.samsungtomorrow.com.

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Samsung Electronics announced today its continuing commitment to world-class innovation with the launch of its 2012 SMART Camera line-up, the industry’s most-connected range to date. Samsung’s Wi-Fi enabled technology and features have been developed for photographers of all levels to ensure their photography experience is simpler, smarter and more sociable, while offering complete peace-of-mind.

With more than half of the estimated 2.5 billion digital camera owners in the world sharing their photos via online and social networking sites, and over 100,000 Wi-Fi hot spots in more than 75 countries, the benefits of Wi-Fi have never been more important or accessible. Samsung’s extensive range of Wi-Fi enabled SMART cameras ensure that photographers of all levels, from teenagers to grandparents, can take full advantage of the wireless world – anytime and anywhere.

Following the success of the SH100, Samsung’s range of wireless SMART cameras comprises no fewer than five cameras and camcorders, all Wi-Fi enabled. First-up, and showcasing the new premium Wi-Fi technology is the recently announced WB850F – a world-class travel camera with 21x zoom capability. The WB850F allows budding photographers to create instant travelogues of their most memorable images with direct upload to Facebook, Picasa or Photobucket thanks to easy Social Sharing, so friends and family can catch up on their latest adventures in real-time. Samsung’s new DualView offering, (2View outside of the U.S.) the DV300F, meanwhile – with a 1.5” front LCD screen display – is the ideal accessory for the perfect self-portrait. With Wi-Fi connection, photos won’t stay on the camera for long with instant upload to Facebook or YouTube via Social Sharing, wherever you are. The SMART range also includes the slim and stylish ST200F which not only fits in a purse or pocket, but whose Wi-Fi functionality also allows images to be wirelessly saved to a computer in one click via the Auto Backup feature, or to the hard drive in the sky, with free storage space from AllShare Play and Microsoft SkyDrive to make their photo accessible anywhere.

With Auto Backup, just Click and go!

Samsung’s Wi-Fi functionality enables users to automatically transfer and back-up photos directly to their home PC after a day of capturing images, allowing instant upload and storage as soon as you get through the door. Shoot once and save forever! With customizable back-up options to ensure you only share and save desired images, consumers enjoy greater peace of mind that photos are safe at home.

Share special moments on the big (and small) screen

With easy Samsung Mobile Link, Wi-Fi makes it child’s-play to share, store and view photos across home and portable devices – whether direct to a Samsung Smartphone, tablet or internet-enabled TV. In addition, the TV Link capabilities make it easy to connect instantly to a home network of appliances and electronic equipment instantly.

Sharing photos in an instant

With just one touch of selected photos or videos on a SMART camera, consumers can upload images wirelessly anywhere and anytime, instantly sharing special moments on social networking sites and online albums with Social Sharing. They also can use the special AllShare lockers for downloading at a later date. The latest wireless features prove that connectivity via Samsung’s SMART Cameras opens a new world of creative storytelling, instantly and infinitely shareable. Upload impromptu shots to Twitter or share travel photos with loved ones on Facebook at the touch of a button. Share with the world – anywhere in the world.

Complete control at your fingertips

With the innovative Wi-Fi Remote Viewfinder, you can remotely control your camera settings and set-up shots via your Smartphone. By adjusting the settings via your mobile device, you can create the perfect shot to either ensure you’re part of the picture or to capture the best shots from a distance.

Easy Email for personalized sharing

With Wi-Fi, emailing images directly from your Samsung SMART camera to friends and family could not be simpler. The onscreen keyboard allows personalized messages to accompany pictures so that special memories can be easily shared with a personal touch.

Save your memories securely on the cloud

Whether at home or out with friends, Auto Backup and virtual Cloud storage give users the freedom to keep snapping, safe in the knowledge that memory space and Wi-Fi security are taken care of. Not only can photos be shared with a global audience, but cloud storage through services such as Allshare Play and Microsoft SkyDrive give peace of mind that images are safe in the event of loss or damage to the camera while offering numerous additional advantages such as free storage. Simply access, transfer, download and backup images to a personal server in the clouds or via a PC in the comfort of your home. Thanks to the TV Link feature, you can also search and enjoy large-scale images on your TV screen at the touch of a button.

Direct to Wi-Fi Devices to make connectivity a cinch

Consumers can connect their cameras to Wi-Fi enabled devices such as laptops, smartphones and tablets with Wi-Fi Direct, for quick and easy sharing and viewing of images. Whether they want to see pictures on the bigger screen of a laptop, or transfer to a tablet to use as a digital photo frame, Wi-Fi Direct is as easy to use as Bluetooth but offers a superior experience with increased speed and connection quality.

The following are recently announced products in the Samsung SMART Camera category with Wi-Fi enabled connectivity. Full product details can be found online at the following links:

• WB850F, WB150F, ST200F
• DV300F
• QF20

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Samsung Electronics unveiled new innovations in its latest LED and Plasma TV series that will redefine the way consumers manage their home entertainment experience, interact with their smart TVs and other devices and access the industry’s broadest range of content.

• Smart Interaction – Launch and use apps more easily through Motion Control, Voice Control and Face Recognition.
• Smart Content – Share photos, memories and memos with family from the TV to the cloud to smart devices, manage your own health directly from the TV, and access educational content for kids. The industry’s broadest offering of movies, TV shows and streaming videos can be enjoyed via Samsung Apps, the industry’s preferred TV apps platform, and Samsung Media Hub. Samsung Smart Hub offers true multi-tasking – surf the web while using or downloading multiple apps simultaneously.
• Smart Evolution – Select Samsung TVs in 2012 will allow consumers to enjoy new experiences as their TV is ‘reborn’ each year with the latest smart technology, simply by installing kits.

Samsung’s flagship LED UNES8000 and Plasma PNE8000 series TVs, along with the ES7500 and ES_6800 series of LED TVs, received CES 2012 Innovations Design and Engineering Awards.

INTUITIVE CONTROLS FOR THE MOST SEAMLESS CONTENT EXPERIENCE

Samsung’s premium 2012 Smart TVs will feature Samsung’s Smart Interaction technology – an intuitive platform that uses Motion Control, Voice Control and Face Recognition commands for the TV. Smart Interaction complements the remote and seeks to offer users greater choice and convenience in how they control their home entertainment experience.

For example, users can turn on the TV and launch the Web browser simply by speaking and with a wave of their hand, search and choose a movie they would like to watch and start the program. The intuitive controls recognize movement in the foreground with the built-in HD camera and two unidirectional array microphones recognize voice at an incredibly accurate rate. Noise cancellation technology helps separate any background noise from the users’ commands.

Samsung’s 2012 line of Smart LED and Plasma TVs also support connectivity with select wireless keyboards and mice, making it more convenient than ever for users to access and navigate content.

Samsung Smart TVs Get Even Smarter and Closer to the Family

Samsung Smart TVs now bring the family back to the living room. The new TVs embrace the promise of a multi-screen world by allowing users to do more with their TV through Samsung’s new suite of exclusive services, the first of its kind in the industry:

• Family Story’s album lets users organize photos and enjoy slide shows on the big screen. Family members can also share memos and reminders anywhere they are via the phone, tablet, PC or TV.
• Fitness allows users to connect their Samsung TV to a Samsung smartphone via a mobile Fitness app. They can also connect to a WiFi-enabled scale to manage their weight goals and use the TV’s built-in camera to create a virtual mirror to monitor their exercise routines.
•  Kids  offer a wealth of infotainment and games in a kid-friendly interface that parents can control and monitor.

Samsung’s premium Smart TVs – including the UNES8000 LED TV and PNE8000 Plasma TV – are powered by a new dual-core processor to enable multi-tasking, so apps no longer need to be exited and relaunched.

Searching for movies, browsing the Internet, downloading apps via Samsung Apps, accessing Video on Demand content or chatting with friends has never been more convenient.

Samsung’s Smart Hub user interface has also been redesigned for faster performance and improved convenience with a cleaner, more intuitive interface in Full HD. With a tabbed web browser, users can open multiple pages at a time, while the new Content Bar remembers recent activities for easy access to content.

Video fans will have even more reason to celebrate in 2012. With over 1,400 apps globally, Samsung Apps has established itself as the industry’s leading TV apps platform, with the broadest range of video content from leading brands. In addition to popular favorites such as CNBC Real Time, ESPN ScoreCenter, Hulu Plus, MTV Music Meter, Netflix and TIME TV, new apps in 2012 include Angry Birds, Bravo, Discovery Channel, M-GO from Technicolor, The Daily and VH1’s ‘I Love the 80’s Trivia’.

Also new in 2012, Samsung will extend the availability of its successful Media Hub app, currently pre-loaded on GalaxyS smartphones and GalaxyTabs, to the TV. The app offers consumers all-star entertainment and a diverse selection of movies and TV shows the day after they air, as well as past seasons of the shows. In addition, select movies will be available the day they are released on DVD.

Samsung’s new AllShare Play marks an evolution of its AllShare feature. AllShare Play allows users to upload and share multimedia content with AllShare Play compatible devices such as smartphones, tablets, cameras and computers.

Future Proofing Your TV with Smart Evolution

2012 Samsung Smart TV will be “future proof” for years to come. Thanks to its proprietary system-on-chip technology, Samsung is the only company that can deliver an evolving TV, which allows you to easily enjoy the benefits of the latest TV technology year after year without purchasing a brand new set. With a simple slot-in to the back of TV, Samsung’s Evolution Kit will bring the latest and greatest TV technology to life.

SAMSUNG LED TVS DELIVER CRYSTAL CLEAR PICTURE QUALITY WITH INNOVATIVE DESIGN

Samsung’s 2012 line of Full HD LED TVs continue to raise the bar in picture quality. Whether users are viewing a detailed shot from a camera or seeing incredible 3D depth, images are breathtakingly real with detailed contrast.

Both the Samsung UNES8000 Smart LED TV and ES7500 Smart LED TV series offer cuttingedge technologies that deliver clear images in both 2D and 3D.The UNES8000’s Micro Dimming Ultimate analyzes the picture in hundreds of pieces to optimize the LED backlight and video signal for each piece in real time, by increasing peak whites in areas of lower gradation. This leads to an overall 20 percent increase in brightness and allow home entertainment enthusiasts to enjoy richer colors, brighter pictures and higher contrast ratios. The technology also eliminates the “halo” effect and image distortion associated with diffused light.

Samsung is taking its minimalist and luxurious design identity further with this year’s LED line. The 0.2 inch ultra-slim bezel design, first introduced in 2011, returns for premium models while the rest of Samsung’s entire LED line will feature a slim 0.5 inch slim bezel. In all cases, consumers enjoy a larger screen size without increasing the overall size of the TV when compared to conventional models.

The UNES8000 also sports a new metallic U-shape stand that adds to the sophistication this TV brings to any room. The stand’s unique, minimalistic design belies its sturdiness and stability. Together, the TV and stand form a harmonious composition of straight lines and curves, appearing as a timeless objet d’art.

Samsung also offers an optional ultra slim wall-mount so that users can show off the TV’s slim form factor by hanging it like a picture frame on the wall.

Samsung’s Best Plasma Yet – Form Meets Function without Compromise

Samsung’s PNE8000 Plasma TVs combine a new black bezel design with enhanced display technologies for the most exceptional Plasma TV Samsung has ever created.

The PNE8000 sports a slim 1.5-inch profile and Samsung’s Plasma +1 ultra-slim bezel design, which reduces the gap between the bezel and screen content, yielding more screen real estate without increasing the size of the TV. The bezel is a new titan black metal color with a transparent crystal-like border, resulting in a more immersive entertainment experience than ever before.

Users will experience some of the deepest black levels ever achieved on a Samsung TV, thanks to the PNE8000’s innovative Real Black Pro Panel. The new panel combines advancements in the structure of the Plasma panel with software improvements, yielding blacker blacks, bolder color, higher contrast, and exceptional picture quality. This technological improvement improves black levels by 10%, creating an incredible cinematic viewing experience.

As with the UNES8000 LED TV, the PNE8000 includes Smart TV features, 3D, Smart Interaction and a dual-core processor for multitasking – truly the ultimate in Plasma TVs.

CES-specific information may be found at www.samsungces.com. For more information about Samsung, including press releases, video content and product images, please visit www.global.samsungtomorrow.com.

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Samsung Electronics today announced the launch of its latest ST range compact cameras: the 16.1 Megapixel ST88, ST77 and ST66. Beautifully-styled yet powerful, the range boasts sleek, modern designs that deliver flawless images, whilst a host of fun features help inject maximum creativity into everyday shots.

The elegant new brushed-metal designs of the ST88, ST77 and ST66 give the range a classic, premium look that conveys a refined sense of style. All ST devices are compact enough to fit into any pocket and be taken anywhere to capture spontaneous moments, whether at the club, the beach or just spending time with friends. Each model is available in a range of vibrant and on-trend colors to suit every personality – from mock black, white and plum available on the ST88 to the five different color versions of the ST77 and ST66.

Aided by the optical image stabilization available on the ST88 and ST77, clear and steady images can now be achieved by any photographer, anywhere – regardless of experience. Even when the light begins to dim, there is no reason to slow down. The F2.5 25mm wide angle bright lens available on all of the models is ideal for low-light shooting, thanks to its superior ability to capture light and therefore clear shots in the dark. The 5x optical zoom on each model, meanwhile ensures that detail isn’t lost when deciding to take a closer look. All captured on the 16 Megapixel CCD sensors, the ST range means that brilliantly clear images can be taken anywhere, and in style.

The ST range also includes features that mean it can immortalize every inch and every angle required, making spontaneous video and shots better than ever. Both the ST77 and ST66 include 720p HD Movie Recording at 30fps, so users can capture a priceless scene in quality that they will be proud to share later with friends and family. On the ST88, those moments can be enjoyed instantly and crystal-clear, through the 3.0” hVGA LCD screen.

Live Panorama to get everyone in the shot!

Live Panorama, featured on each of the new ST models, allows you to capture even more of the action, facilitating wide panoramic shots which don’t miss any of the detail, from sprawling mountain peaks through to large groups of friends. The function allows the easy capture of large scenes by simply holding down the shutter button and sweeping the camera across the scene. Users can even preview the whole scene they’ve just captured via the LCD screen.

Smart Auto for the best possible picture

Smart Auto 2.0, available on all the new models in the ST series, identifies and automatically selects the most appropriate of its scene modes to provide you with the best possible result every time. From a fireworks display to a dimly-lit party, scene detection technology identifies the shooting conditions and automatically tailors the settings to help achieve standout results.

Fun features to make your world come to life

Want to turn a portrait into an old film still, or put a friend’s face on a billboard? With the Magic Frame feature, it’s easy to create clever, poster-like images by selecting one of the built-in background templates, such as Wall Art, Full Moon, Magazine or Holiday. Point the camera at your subject, align it within the on-screen template and capture the fun.

For when one picture just isn’t enough, the Picture in Picture feature lets you insert one image within another — take one background shot, select the area to erase and then frame up your second shot in the space left behind. This can be anything from a friend’s face appearing in the middle of a plate to inserting your own profile into Mount Rushmore!

Finally, you can also bend, stretch, and warp your friends and family for big laughs — with the Funny Face feature simply press the 5-direction key to enlarge heads or noses, or create hilarious distortions. And when you move the camera, Face Tracking preserves the funny looks just the way you want them.

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In a recent survey, consumers around the world responded to the question of whether they would like to carry one device that included a real writing experience with a resounding yes. They are ready to take advantage of Samsung’s recent innovative product – GALAXY Note’s advanced S Pen technology to create and share content.

The survey, which included the responses of 5000 people in 10 countries, it seems that people around the world are ready to embrace the features and functionality of the GALAXY Note.

Also, Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced the Samsung GALAXY Note will be available in the United States with AT&T in cobalt blue and white.

Bringing a new category of smartphone to the U.S. market, the GALAXY Note has a larger screen, and new user input technology, while retaining a pocketable design.The GALAXY Note combines the core mobile benefits of various devices and utilizes AT&T’s 4G LTE network, to create a premium user experience.

The GALAXY Note is designed with a 5.3” display with HD Super AMOLED technology, an high-resolution screen that provides an bright, rich, colorful viewing experience. The Note includes a creative tool called the S Pen, which delivers fast, responsive and precise control to create fine lines and detail on the device display, much like an ink pen and pad of paper.

State-of-the-art Display

The GALAXY Note’s 5.3” HD Super AMOLED display provides vivid clarity for the best viewing experience for videos, photos, documents and Web sites. The superior screen also offers a 180 degree viewing angle, allowing videos and images to be seen.

Full Screen Utilization

The high resolution display ensures that documents, presentations, web-pages, news apps and e-books can be viewed comfortably with minimal scrolling or zooming. Samsung has also included a smart professional planning tool that makes full use of the device’s large screen. The calendar integrates the phone’s to-do list and schedule; control and navigation is intuitive, helping users to comprehensively organize their lives.

Capture, Create & Share

The GALAXY Note features S Memo, a multimedia application designed to capture all forms of user-created content captured by the S Pen. Pictures, voice recordings, typed text, handwritten notes or drawings can all be combined via a single application, converted to a ‘memo’, and shared as desired.
An easy screen-capture function also allows users to instantly save any screen, then these screens can also be personalized with the S Pen before being saved or shared.

Superior Usability, Powerful Performance

The 1.5GHz dual-core processor ensures the device is incredibly fast and a smooth user interface ensures seamless usability. Lightning fast network speeds on AT&T’s 4G LTE-enabled network allows for the device’s super-fast connection, ensuring a quick and seamless browsing experience.

SAFE

The GALAXY Note has met extra rigorous security criteria to be categorized as a “Samsung Approved for Enterprise” or SAFE device. The addition of SAFE certifications ensures that any organization’s mobile work force can be remotely managed and securely connected to corporate applications and data while away from their desks.

The SAFE program is comprised of multiple components that outline Samsung’s business-to-business foundations for its mobile devices. These “pillars” of SAFE are designed to offer customers essential enterprise functionality and security and include: Mobile Device Management, On-Device Virtual Private Network (VPN) and secure access to Corporate Email/Calendar/Contacts.

Accessories

The GALAXY Note is outfitted with a premium accessories portfolio designed to highlight the product features and device functionality. Docking solutions include a Desktop Dock and a Vehicle Navigation Mount to get the most out of your GALAXY Note at home or on-the-go, while the Spare Battery Charging System allows for a convenient backup charging solution. GALAXY Note owners can also customize the GALAXY Note to fit their personal style with a protective Flip Cover Case, available in brown, orange, ivory and navy.

Additionally, the GALAXY Note S Pen Holder Kit offers a solution for users in need of a more traditional writing instrument. With a spare S Pen included, the S Pen Holder secures the navigation tool inside and offers a comfortable grip and allows for more detailed use.

The GALAXY Note is also compatible with the following universal accessories:  Micro USB Adapter, HDTV Smart Adapter, Car Power Charger W/ Detachable Data Cable (Micro USB), Micro USB Data Cable, Travel Charger (Detachable W/ USB to Micro USB Cable), and the premium Refined Sound wired headset.

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Samsung Electronics today announced the finalists of the Samsung Free the TV Challenge 2011, the second annual contest that encourages developers to create apps that delight users with seamless, multimedia experiences on the largest screen in the home.

This year’s participants were invited to submit converged apps that enable interactivity between Samsung Smart TV and multiple screens such as smartphones, tablets or notebooks. Each app is evaluated based on the overall visual appeal of the app on each screen, the quality of the idea and the functional implementation. Winners will be announced at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, January 10-13, 2012 and stand to win a prize pool of US$225,000.

The finalists of the 2011 Challenge are:

FREQSHO – music fans can create their own music channel to stream music from any artist using a smartphone, tablet or TV. An easy-to-use search engine helps users quickly find their favorite artists and social connectivity allows them to follow the latest artist information and tweets in real-time.

Let’s Play Stop – an interactive word game that challenges players to come up with words that correspond to a random letter in five categories: country or city, body parts, fruits, colors and animals. The first person to complete the round with as many unique words as possible wins.

Party Shots – a fun, interactive way to enhance any party. Users simply download the app onto their smartphones, snap photos at the party and these photos will instantly be posted onto the Samsung Smart TV as part of a dynamic slide show. Photos may be customized with captions and stored via the app so that they can later be shared over the web.

Samsung Apps is the world’s largest and most popular HDTV-based application store. Consumers can choose from more than 1,000 apps worldwide that offer a wide array of interactive and customized content across categories such as video, music, news, sports, fitness and more. Free the TV Challenge finalists will also have the opportunity to make their app available through Samsung Apps, which currently averages 50,000 app downloads daily.

The winning Free the TV Challenge app, together with finalist apps, may be viewed at Samsung’s booth #12004 at the International Consumer Electronics Show.

Enabling the Development of Compelling Cross-Device Solutions with World-Class Tools

Converged applications create a richer, more engaging experience across the TV and another device such as a phone, tablet or computer. These apps may be classified as:

• Controller Apps that enable a second device to control an app on the TV
• Companion Apps that use a second device to provide additional information (eg. via web sites and social media sites) that is synchronized to and supplements what is shown on the TV itself; and
• Interactive Apps that optimize a second device for a secondary display; for example, allowing users to pause content on the TV and resume playback on the other device.

To further spur innovation on the industry’s preferred TV apps platform, Samsung reiterated its commitment to provide applications developers with the tools and information needed to build new, interactive experiences for the TV, even as the TV continues to evolve. Samsung’s Software Development Kit (SDK) for Samsung Smart TV uses a single SDK for apps across HDTVs, Blu-ray players and Blu-ray Home Theater systems, so that developers need only write applications once. By eliminating the barriers to development and enabling more versatile monetization for developers, Samsung has successfully built a robust and intuitive smart TV application developer ecosystem.

New features for the 2012 SDK includes enhanced support for “converged” or multi-screen apps. The new apps framework will be based on Javascript so more developers are able to create such converged apps for the TV environment. The SDK will also offer an improved Open Convergence Interface that supports the use of HID devices like USB mice, keyboards and game controllers in the apps, as well as industry-standard adaptive streaming that enables live and on-demand viewing of content in completed apps. Developers will also be able to incorporate in-app upgrades and ads to improve the user experience, as well as write basic functions that leverage Samsung Smart Interaction for gesture control and voice recognition.

The Samsung developer community continues to grow and currently has more than 2,000 active members. For more information on the developer community, please visit www.samsungdforum.com.

Samsung Electronics today introduced a new range of home theater systems with purer sounds and superior video experiences to delight any home entertainment enthusiast and audiophile. The Samsung HT-E6730W received a CES Innovations Design and Engineering Award.

Breakthrough Technologies for Superior Sound and Movie Theater Quality Entertainment in the Home

There have been many discussions among audio enthusiasts over the benefits of digital and vacuum tube amplifiers. Many appreciated the pure sound that digital amplifiers deliver even in a small form factor, but felt that vacuum tube amplifiers create a richer and fuller sound.

In 2012, Samsung’s breakthrough hybrid vacuum tube amplifier technology offers the best of both worlds – the crystal clear sound quality from a digital amplifier with the warmer tone qualities of vacuum tubes. In addition, the vacuum tube offers an extra octave of sound without distortion.

Samsung’s Crystal Amp Plus technology, available in the HT-E6730W and the HT-E5500W, offers pure digital audio playback and quality while also protecting the speakers and listeners from potentially harmful jumps in volume.

Samsung’s flagship home theater systems also offer superior video experience. Both the HT-E6730W and HT-E5500W Home Theater Systems offer built-in WiFi for easy access to a new world of web-connected entertainment via a full web browser, as well as hundreds of premium apps from leading brands such as AOL, CNBC, ESPN, MTV, NBA and The Broadway Channel through Samsung Apps. Users can also choose and manage their social networks via popular services such as Facebook or Twitter.

Users are able to up-convert content from DVDs, streaming videos or connected media devices, such as portable players and cameras to full HD 1080p. Each home theater system employs a Samsung-developed system-on-a-chip (SoC), which has cutting-edge image quality enhancement algorithms, Samsung’s video processor and scaler, and various high definition codecs.

Sleek Style and Sophistication for Visual Pleasure

For immersive depth and surround sound experience that would impress any audiophile, Samsung’s HT-E6730W is a 1,330 watt 7.1-channel system that delivers outstanding high-definition audio and Samsung’s unique 3D surround sound effect. The HT-E6730W’s compact and streamlined tower speakers incorporate the front height speakers for a cleaner look. Users will enjoy a truly immersive vertical surround sound experience, thanks to innovative Swivel Speakers on the towers that can turn upwards so the sound will vertically cascade down on the listener. The rear satellite speakers are wireless to offer more flexibility in placement and eliminate the need to hide another set of wires.

Aesthetically, the HT-E6730W sleek appearance is enhanced by Samsung’s vacuum tubes, which can be seen on the front and top of the system, and which illuminates when in use to create a touch of elegance. The glass fiber cones in the speakers improve sound quality and minimize distortion, for the ideal combination of style and performance. The combination of this innovative hybrid vacuum tube amplifier and the specially designed towers with front height speakers and wireless rear speakers create the best all-in-one solution for any home entertainment room.

Designed to complement the full line of Samsung’s stylish HDTVs, the HT-E6730W has a midnight black, high gloss finish for an elegance that blends with other components in the room. The system consists of six speakers: a wide center channel speaker for clear dialogue, a large but unobtrusive subwoofer, two tower speakers which include embedded height channel speakers, and two surround speakers.

Unmatched Surround Sound and Video Quality 

Users will be delighted with the enhanced entertainment experience and superb 2D and 3D content viewing offered by Samsung’s HT-E5500W 3D Blu-ray Home Theater System, thanks to new technologies that optimize audio and video, content options and performance upgrades.

This six-speaker 5.1 channel system offers a virtual 7.1 channel sound experience by using an advanced algorithm that analyzes the sound in the two rear speakers to create the effect of two additional channels of sound. The home theater system also features Samsung’s new 3D Sound technology, which syncs the audio track of 3D content to match 3D motion on the screen and adds vertical 3D sound effects for a uniquely immersive visual and audio experience. The HT-E5500W’s BD Wise Plus feature automatically adjusts the Samsung TV setting to provide optimal picture for each scenario.

With two HDMI 1.4a inputs, the HT-E5500W allows users to simply connect to a set-top box and a game console for easy access to content from all three devices. Additionally, the HT-E5500W boasts an Apple-certified iPod®/iPhone® dock so users can access their iTunes collections without a connector cable, thereby creating one of the most flexible home entertainment systems.

Powerful 3D Depth and Surround Sound Capabilities

Users will have greater flexibility in the placement of their HW-E550 Surround Sound Bar with 3D Depth Sound – they can either place the sound bar horizontally below their TV or split the sound bar into two vertical speakers. By attaching each speaker to an included base, the sound bar can also morph into a traditional looking 2.1-channel system with half-tall speakers.

Those looking for a rich audio experience will be pleased with the outstanding sound quality and performance of the HW-E550.

In addition, the HW-E550 offers Smart Volume, an active audio monitoring system that prevents spikes in volume when TV channels or radio stations are changed. This not only protects the listeners’ ears but also the sound bar’s speakers, thereby ensuring extended usage of the device. The HW-E550 comes with six different settings – Movie, Game, Drama, Music, News and Sports – to deliver optimal sound quality according to the content of the video. Samsung’s 3D Depth sound technology also synchronizes the audio to 3D images for some sense of depth and immersion so that users enjoy realistic, cinematic surround sound effects without the need for additional satellite speakers.

The HW-E550 is equipped with two HDMI inputs and one HDMI output so users can easily connect to Blu-ray players, set-top boxes and gaming consoles. Support for HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) puts audio data into the video connection and eliminates the need for separate audio cables. The HW-E550 is Bluetooth-enabled providing wireless playback of audio files from other Bluetooth devices. A USB port provides another connectivity option.

The sound bar is incredibly thin and sleek. Its main speaker weighs only 4 lbs and is easily wall-mountable, making it an ideal choice for fans of minimalist design or those who want to free up more space in their home entertainment room. With Samsung’s proprietary dual band 5.2/5.8GHz wireless technology, wires are not required to link the speaker bar and the subwoofer. The subwoofer, which has a frequency response of 40Hz to 200Hz, can be placed anywhere in the room without any compromise

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Samsung Electronics today debuted a new line of audio dock systems that feature breakthrough innovation for rich sound qualities comparable to premium audio systems. These audio dock systems are also stylishly designed to complement any room in the home:

Exclusive Technology with Enhanced Connectivity and Style

The Samsung DA-E750 Audio Dock is the company’s first speaker dock and features Samsung’s exclusive hybrid vacuum tube amplifier technology – a digital amplifier’s sharp clarity combined with rich and warm sound performance of vacuum tubes – to produce a pure listening experience to please any audiophile.

Previously only available in premium audio products, vacuum tubes amplifiers have been praised by audiophiles for producing more natural sounds, but these sounds were occasionally subject to distortion. Digital amplifiers deliver clear sound output, are more energy efficient and can fit into a smaller form factor. By combining the best of both, Samsung has achieved a technology breakthrough, thereby raising the bar in sound quality for mainstream audio products. The vacuum tube is used in the pre-amplifier while the power amplifier uses digital technology so the audio dock is able to maintain its beautifully slim body.

The DA-E750 is the industry’s first device with docking support for both Galaxy S smartphones as well as Apple iOS devices including iPods, iPhones, and even iPads via unique dual docking structure. The audio dock, which boasts a 2.1-channel speaker and powerful built-in subwoofer with 100 watts of sound, also offers analog (composite) input and a USB port to play audio files directly from a thumb drive, music player or portable hard drive. MP3, WMA and WAV file formats are supported.

In addition, the DA-E750 supports wireless audio file playback through AllShare® for Samsung Galaxy devices and Airplay for Apple devices, or via Bluetooth enabled devices for the ultimate in flexibility and convenience.

The elegant design of the DA-E750 exudes the highest level of sophistication – when in operation the vacuum tube inside the dock emits a warm, soft glow that accentuates the sleek, high gloss wood finish wood and adds a touch of luxury to the system.

Supreme Convenience and Sophisticated Simplicity 

The Samsung DA-E670 Audio Dock for Galaxy S Smartphones, as well as Apple iOS devices. It is an easy-to-use audio dock that offers a superb listening experience while simultaneously charging the batteries of each device. With its compact footprint, the DA-E670 would be right at home in a living room, in a home office, or even in a bedroom, wherever music can be enjoyed while the devices charge.

The audio dock also delivers a powerful sound with built-in speakers that collectively output 40 watts of power and an integrated subwoofer that allows users to experience an enhanced bass response than what is available on conventional docking stations.

The assortment of features that accompany the DA-E670 include an auxiliary input and support for Bluetooth-enabled devices, audio support for MP3, WMA, WAV files from portable storage devices connected via USB. The DA-E670 also offers users a simple remote control. Like the DA-E750, the innovative DA-E670 supports both AllShare for Samsung devices and Airplay for Apple devices.

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Samsung Electronics today introduced a new generation of premium monitors with its visually striking Series 9 monitor. With over five years of global market share leadership, the new Series 9 monitor incorporates the best that Samsung has to offer, including its exclusive professional-grade Plane Line Switching (PLS) panel technology, which provides a richer viewing experience for discerning consumers working with photos and video content.

Pro-Grade Panel; Premium Picture Quality

The Series 9 monitor features Samsung’s exclusive professional-grade Plane Line Switching (PLS) panel technology. This offers accurate color reproduction achieving 100 percent of the sRGB color spectrum, reproducing over one billion colors that can been viewed at wide horizontal and vertical angles. Featuring an ultra crisp, quad high-definition (QHD) resolution (2560 x 1440), four times higher than that of a conventional HD monitor, the Series 9 monitor now provides professional capabilities to the consumer, regardless of the user’s application. With more and more consumers delving into photo and video editing and graphic design for personal use, the Series 9 monitor allows them to comfortably manage editing applications without having to worry about screen real-estate or overlapping windows and palettes.

With customization and attention to detail in mind, the new Series 9 monitor utilizes Samsung’s new Natural Color Engine for maximum panel performance. This includes hardware color calibrations within the monitor to ensure there is no displayable loss of tonalities on screen. This feature shows colors as they were intended to be seen, more than one billion to be exact, creating a more immersive experience and making sure that memories taken with a digital camera or camcorder stand out in vivid detail. This feature is enhanced by Samsung engineers who tune the colors in every Series 9 monitor by hand in the final stage of production.

Elegant Styling and Support Features

Designed to look as good as the images it reproduces, the designers integrated the Series 9 monitor’s display to appear as if it is effortlessly floating in mid-air. It features an anti-glare edge-to-edge glass display and a super slim profile built on an ergonomic height-adjustable aluminum stand. The Series 9 monitor incorporates an adjustment range that offers a fluid 3.94 inches of vertical movement and a tilt feature that allows users to simply angle the display to their desired viewing position.

All of the Series 9 monitor’s internal components have been moved to a round aluminum base, which features all I/O ports and a USB hub which provides users with a streamlined installation and helps to keep work areas clear of cable clutter. It also supports DisplayPort, Dual Link-DVI and HDMI video connections and features built-in 7W stereo speakers and a Mobile High Definition Link (MHL) for MHL-enabled smartphones and tablets.

By linking their Android MHL-compatible smartphone, users can enjoy content from their mobile devices directly on the much larger screen and with the benefit of rich, built-in stereo audio. Users can also keep an eye on their smartphone, seamlessly browse to it and even charge the device for added convenience.

With the addition of the Series 9 to its already impressive repertoire of monitors, there’s no sign of Samsung slowing down in the monitor market.

The new 27-inch Series 9 monitor (S27A970) will be shown for the first time at Samsung’s press conference at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 9, 2012.

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Samsung Electronics today introduced the next evolution of its award-winning Central Station, the Series 7 Samsung Smart Station, as well as a redesigned Series 7 HDTV monitor for a whole-home solution. Part HD monitor, part wireless docking station, the second generation Series 7 Smart Station (CB750) builds upon the successes of its predecessor and now integrates with mobile devices in addition to notebook PCs, peripherals, network and AV, providing users with a simple and convenient way to increase productivity. The new Series 7 HDTV monitor (TB750) includes HDTV functionality with a built-in TV tuner and also features integrations with mobile devices like smartphones and tablets for added versatility. The Series 7 Smart Station, available in 24- and 27-inch configurations, and the Series 7 HDTV monitor, available in 23- and 27-inch configurations, will be available on display during the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Series 7 Smart Station, Simple Solution

Expanding upon the unique auto wireless detection feature included in the original Central Station, Samsung’s new Series 7 Smart Station can find a laptop equipped with the included wireless USB adapter once it is moved within a 5-foot radius of the device. It also includes a new Mobile Control feature which allows users to simultaneously connect to a tablet or smartphone, granting them complete control over their mobile device via the Series 7 Smart Station’s unified hub interface and a traditional mouse and keyboard. Users can quickly and seamlessly browse between their laptop and smartphone interfaces to reply to incoming SMS messages or alerts on their mobile devices and return to more involved tasks on their laptop within seconds.

As more and more users consume digital content on their tablets and smartphones, screen size has become an increasing concern. By linking their Android MHL-compatible smartphone, users can take advantage of the Series 7 Smart Station’s new Mobile High Definition Link (MHL) and enjoy content from their mobile devices directly on the much larger screen and with the benefit of rich, built-in stereo audio. Users can more easily keep an eye on their smartphone, seamlessly browse to it and even charge the device for a truly unified experience.

Sporting an updated, sophisticated design, the Series 7 Smart Station features smooth lines and Samsung’s attention to aesthetic style with a wide-angle viewing panel and new base-mounted connection ports that reduce desktop clutter.

Series 7 HDTV Monitor: A Multimedia Workhorse

The new Series 7 HDTV monitor features the innovative asymmetrical design introduced in the 2011 950 Series. With the neck placed to the right of the display, the screen hovers over its slim stand and its slim profile tilts to the user’s optimal viewing angle. It also features Samsung’s innovative and exclusive MagicAngle feature to optimize the image based on the users’ position.

The Series 7 HDTV monitor also enhances the multimedia experience of your smartphone and tables. It features Mobile High Definition Link (MHL) support, allowing MHL-enabled smartphones and tablets to use it as an external display, giving users the ability to easily share content like images and videos, while taking advantage of the bigger display and built-in speakers. For compatibility with nearly any device, the Series 7 HDTV monitor incorporates dual HDMI ports and a VGA port.

The Series 7 HDTV monitor also incorporates wireless display – or WiDi – technology. This uses 802.11n WiFi technology to stream video and audio wirelessly to an adapter hooked up to a TV, creating an even more compelling option for users trying to cut down on the amount of wires in their homes or offices.

Along with the addition of the HDTV tuner, the Series 7 HDTV monitor includes Samsung’s SmartHub function providing users with a unique opportunity to access a suite of downloadable apps for accessing additional content like Hulu Plus, Netflix, games and more. These features make it more than just a monitor and an integral part of the connected home or office environment.

The integrated picture-in-picture (PiP) display allows users to even continue working while simultaneously viewing HD television, further cementing the Series 7 HDTV monitor’s role within the connected office or home.

Elegant, Efficient Styling

Samsung’s new Series 7 Smart Station sports an elegant single-hinge base, providing an easily adjustable monitor and simplifying the silhouette into a minimalist desktop display.

Featuring three USB ports (two USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0) for connecting peripherals, the Series 7 Smart Station boasts fast, versatile data transfer and device communication and the ports are aligned on the sides of the monitor’s base for easy access. In addition, the Series 7 Smart Station includes an HDMI input, enabling users to connect Blu-ray players, set top boxes, or gaming devices in order to take full advantage of the 1080p LED backlit display. Users can also enjoy sound from their connected Blu-ray player or laptop through integrated speakers, or via external speakers through the audio out port.

Sporting an updated, sophisticated design, the Series 7 HDTV monitor sets a new bar in design excellence. It features a stunning asymmetrical design with a slim high-resolution panel that entices users to engage in an unparalleled viewing experience.

Designed with sleek ergonomics and superior viewing in mind, both the Series 7 Smart Station and the Series 7 HDTV monitor feature Samsung’s hallmark Magic technologies, ensuring crisp, detailed images and bold color from any vantage point.

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Samsung today unveiled a new addition to their market-leading 2View range: the DV300F. With this launch, the company continues to cement its leadership position, introducing the latest in Dual LCD technology with Wi-Fi connectivity for camera users who want to snap and share moments in an instant.

The Samsung DV300F builds on the success of Samsung’s 2View technology, with a 1.5” front LCD screen display, to ensure users can be confident of doing justice to even the most challenging shot, be they behind or in front of the lens. This is easier than ever, with the addition of Child Mode animation to keep little ones focused, and the visual Self Timer to put yourself in the picture without the panic.

In response to evolving consumer demands for maximum creativity and shareability, the DV300F is the first 2View model to offer Wi-Fi enabled technology, enabling users to email their images or upload them to Facebook, Picasa, Flickr and YouTube in an instant. Users can also save their special images onto the camera’s microSD memory card, which are then wirelessly connected to the home PC and downloaded instantly to share and enjoy. Alternatively, cloud services including Samsung’s AllShare Play and Microsoft SkyDrive guarantee that precious snaps can be stored and shared in a moment.

For appearance-conscious consumers on the look-out for sophisticated design and premium quality, the latest model comes in several shimmering metallic colors, including mock black, silver, navy and red with a sleek, seamless and rounded outer contour for ease-of-use and ultimate style. None of this cutting innovation comes at the expense of image quality. On the contrary, the DV300F boasts an impressive 16 Megapixels, 5x optical zoom and 25mm wide-angle lens to capture all the action even from a distance.

Get Creative with Magic Frame and Picture-in-Picture Shot

The DV300F is crammed full of fun features to maximize users’ enjoyment. The Magic Frame feature includes 12 fun background templates, as well as the ability to create poster-quality art, perfect for sharing or hanging on your walls. The camera’s Picture-in-Picture function, meanwhile, lets you insert one image with another. You can even impress your friends by combining a still picture with a video clip and instantly upload to YouTube or your favorite social networking site. Then just sit back and watch your ‘Likes’ go through the roof!

Maximize enjoyment with latest Photo shot features

With Split Shot, you can merge up to three different images to create your very own artistic masterpiece! You can even import pictures from other cameras. The fun doesn’t stop there – Funny Face allows you to add goofy grins, comical noses or even crazy eyes to shots of friends and family and comes in eight different modes.

The innovative new Artistic Brush feature can instantly take a portrait or landscape shot or even a movie clip and transform it into a black and white sketch or full color version just like an artist would! You can then show off your artistic creation via the camera’s LCD, or simply upload your creation to social networking sites or YouTube to ensure everyone can take a look at your creative masterpiece or latest profile picture with a twist.

Finally, the model also includes Motion Photo, so that – just like in the latest Hollywood blockbuster – you can freeze time around a moving subject for dramatic effect, so you can even capture a friend jumping in the park and keep everyone else around them as still as statues.

You can look forward to the DV300(F) and a number of other products to be unveiled at the International Consumer Electronic Show 2012 this month.

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The teaser follows the progression of TVs throughout history, giving a panoramic view of the different ways families have interacted with their televisions over time, from the black and white sets of the 1960s to the modern 3D TVs we enjoy today.

It ends on a mysterious note, leaving CNET speculating: “[the teaser] features a family playing with tablets and phones on the couch–suggesting the company will feature extended integration between its TVs and mobile devices, and perhaps even with Apple technology.”

TechCrunch wonders if Samsung has plans to change platforms for the Smart TV.  They predict “Samsung could be completely abandoning its current platform for the new kid in town: Google TV and/or Android.”

Digital Trends is thinking bigger – “Will Samsung unveil ‘the next big thing’ in television at CES 2012?”

  Wondering what sort or product or features will be unveiled at the CES 2012?  Could it be something entirely new? The only way to find out is to “stay tuned.”

But enough talk.  Below is the teaser that has everyone buzzing.

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an annual event that will take place next year from January 10th to 14th, will feature an endless array of consumer electronics, many of them never before seen by the public.  Among those products, the very best are honored with the CES Innovation Award, determined by the IDSA (Industrial Designers Society of America) and CEA (Consumer Electronics Association). CES, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow held by the Consumer Electronics Association® (CEA) every January since 1979, has honored Samsung with 90 awards in the past three years — 37 in 2011 and 23 in 2010.

A wide range of Samsung products are to be honored, including TVs, home theaters, LCD panels, mobile phones and lots more.  Among them, two products are in line to be awarded the Best of Innovations award. One of these, the very exciting SUR4.0, has been described as an interactive multimedia desk, featuring motion sensors to detect hand gestures.

In addition to Innovation awards, six Samsung products are to be given the Eco Design Award as well, including the world’s first solar-powered laptop, microwave, washing machine, and transparent LCD. This is twice the number of awards as last year, so it is safe to say that Samsung will continue to lead the way in terms of finding innovative new ways to preserve the environment.

All of Samsung’s award-winning products will be on display during the 2012 International CES, which runs January 10-13, 2012, in Samsung booth #12004 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Moreover, many of the winning products will be first unveiled at Samsung’s CES press conference, scheduled for 2 p.m. on Monday January 9, 2012.

We are proud to have been recognized for our innovations and dedication to eco-friendly solutions, and will continue to push the envelope in both design and sustainability. Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering honoree products are featured on www.CESweb.org/Innovations, which lists product categories, as well as each product name, manufacturer information, designer, description, photo and URL.

The following are additional details for some of the award recipients:

The Samsung 830 Series solid-state drives (SSDs) set a new standard for performance and reliability. Their SATA 6Gb/s data interface allows these internal storage drives to handle data up to twice as fast as previous-generation SSDs, with sequential read speeds up to 520 MB/sec and random read speeds up to 80,000 IOPS. Maximum storage capacity has also doubled, with the addition of a new 512 GB version (64GB, 128GB and 256GB SSDs are also available).*

• Samsung’s RF4289 LCD Refrigerator with apps is the first ever to boast kitchen-relevant apps on a WiFi-enabled 8” LCD touchscreen. Users can quickly access recipe collections on Epicurious, check the weather on WeatherBug??, leave notes for the kids, review the family’s Google Calendar, check the headlines on AP News??, listen to their favorite music on Pandora??, and enjoy a photo slide show with Picasa, all from the refrigerator. The refrigerator also includes high-quality food preservation and storage features to keep food fresher for longer and increase usable space.

• The Samsung Series 7 Slate PC challenges all preconceived notions of a Windows slate computer offering all of the features of a full-sized laptop in an extremely portable package. With a Samsung-exclusive SuperBright Plus 11.6” capacitive touch HD display, powerful Intel?? Core i5 processor, and available with Windows?? 7 Professional operating system, and an up to 128 GB solid state hard drive, this full power slate meets the needs of even the most demanding users and allows for maximum productivity anywhere they go.

• The Samsung Notebook PC Series 7 Chronos is a sleek, advanced laptop providing powerful, highly portable cutting edge technology to mobile users. With an aluminum body encasing a Samsung-exclusive SuperBright HD+ display, Intel?? Core i5 or i7 processors, Samsung’s exclusive FastStart technology, a 750GB hard drive and an 8GB ExpressCache system from Diskeeper, this laptop has incredibly fast start-up and exceeds all performance expectations. *

• The Samsung Galaxy S?? II Epic 4G Touch packs industry-leading hardware and software and the latest version of the Android smartphone platform. The Galaxy S II is highlighted by Samsung’s own Super AMOLED Plus display technology, a powerful dual core application processor and a robust array of entertainment, messaging and social networking experiences.

• The Samsung Galaxy S II at AT&T features industry-leading hardware and software and the latest version of the Android platform within a slim smartphone, at 8.89mm at its thinnest. The Galaxy S II is highlighted by Samsung’s own Super AMOLED Plus display technology on a 4.3-inch screen, a powerful 1.2 GHz dual core application processor and a robust array of entertainment, messaging and social networking services and applications.

• The Samsung Sidekick 4G is the next generation Android 2.2-powered messaging centric device that delivers an integrated social networking experience with group text messaging, access to Google services and video chat capabilities.

• The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 (Wi-Fi) is powered by Android 3.1 Honeycomb offering faster and smoother transitions between different applications, more intuitive navigation to and from home screens and broader support of USB accessories, external keyboards, joysticks and more.

• The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 (Wi-Fi) is powered by Android 3.2 Honeycomb offering faster and smoother transitions between different applications, more intuitive navigation to and from home screens and broader support of USB accessories, external keyboards, joysticks and gamepads.

• The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with 4G LTE is powered by Android 3.1 Honeycomb and is the thinnest mobile tablet currently available in the world, measuring in at an ultra-slim 8.6mm. Additionally, it offers download speeds of 5-12 Mbps and upload speeds of 2- 5 Mbps in 4G Mobile Broadband coverage area.

As part of Samsung’s PlanetFirst initiative, a commitment to become one of the world’s most environmentally friendly companies by 2013, Samsung has a dedicated goal to develop environmentally friendly products and building green manufacturing sites. In its latest effort to support that commitment Samsung received four Eco-Design awards. Some examples of the CES Eco-design award recipients include:

• The Samsung SMH2117S Over The Range Microwave is the first microwave to feature an LED light for the cooktop, located underneath the microwave. The LED lamp in Samsung’s SMH2117S uses less than a tenth of the power consumption (2.4W/1EA) of current conventional incandescent (40W/1EA) or halogen (20W/1EA) cook top lamps. In addition, its Ceramic Enamel interior makes it seven times more scratch and rust resistant than other microwave interiors, and an Eco Mode saves up to 40% in energy by turning the display off when not in use.

• The Samsung LTI460AP01 Transparent Liquid Crystal Display is a see-through panel at least 22” diagonal, providing high-definition images with low power consumption and the ability to operate on solar-replenished battery power. These extremely thin LCD panels are expected to be used in a variety of applications such as for advertising on cooler or commercial freezer glass doors in supermarkets; on vending machines; for various touch-accessed retail window applications; and to create “smart” windows in homes or offices providing instant information such as weather, stocks and news flashes.

• The Samsung NC215S is the world’s first solar-powered netbook that delivers power, portability and performance while also being both environmentally and economically friendly. Maximizing productivity while maintaining eco-conscious features, the NC215S design provides an integrated solar panel on the top lid, allowing the netbook to automatically charge in direct sunlight. Users can gain one hour of use after two hours of solar charging, and with battery life rated to 14.5 hours, users will be able to enjoy all-day computing on a single charge.