Intel-inspired Samsung Series 5 Ultra now available in stores
COLOMBO – December 19, 2012: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today unveiled its Ultrabook™ for the first time in Sri Lanka.
The Samsung Series 5 Ultra, inspired by Intel, aims to combine the productivity of a PC with a tablet’s convenience. The ultra-light, ultra-thin and ultra-sleek Samsung Series 5 Ultra (NP530U3C) is amazingly portable. At 1.5kg, it´s remarkably thin and light. With Fast Boot, the computer boots-up in just 20 seconds while Fast Start wakes from sleep in 2 seconds. Plus Fast Browsing makes frequently viewed web pages run 2x faster.
“Based on in-depth market research and consumer surveys, we propose a new type of Ultrabook™ which will change the perception of Ultrabooks™ among consumers. Our findings strongly indicate that consumers demand beyond just thin and light, hoping for performance and user storage on a daily basis, as digital files are becoming larger. The heavily competitive and fast changing media environment demands for a reasonable device meeting all aspects with balance – we reveal our most secret know how through our Series 5 Ultra,” said H K Chang, Vice President and MD, Samsung Sri Lanka office. “We’re excited about introducing these models into the Sri Lankan market. The models from Series 3 and 5 deliver a hassle-free computing experience with the speed, mobility, simplicity and high-build quality that users expect from Samsung.”
“The next evolutionary step in computing, the Ultrabook is an emerging new breed of no-compromise computers that combine best-in-class performance, improved responsiveness and security in thin, elegant, must-have mobile designs,” said Indika De Zoysa, Country Business Manager, Intel Sri Lanka. “Powered by the 3rd Gen Intel Core processors, the Series 5 from Samsung will offer users higher levels of performance”.
The Samsung Series 5 Ultra is not just thin and light but packs ultra performance beyond expectations. Powered by a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor combined with ExpressCache™, it delivers incredible performance packed in a thin and light form factor. The razor-sharp high-definition SuperBright™ LCD display delivers a brilliant 300-nit screen (up to 40% brighter than competitive models) and stunning range of color (up to 16 million colors).
For optimum mobility, its anti-reflective display produces sharp, clear images both indoors and outdoors, and its lightweight and portable design features a slim bezel.
With up to 7 hours of battery life, Samsung’s industry-leading Series 5 Ultra makes it easy to switch from a productive work-day to pure entertainment.
Also being launched are the Samsung Series 3, which are perfect for those on the go. Each model features Samsung Notebook exclusive FastStart technology; simply close the lid to enter a hybrid sleep mode. Open the lid and the notebook is up and running in less than 3 seconds. Each notebook weighs approximately 2.2kg and features a 14.0-inch screen. The 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i3/i5/Pentium Dual-Core mobile processors provide a stunning and seamless PC experience.
Despite its compact size, the Series 5 Ultra and Series 3 are ready for business use with a full complement of ports and interfaces including Bluetooth, USB 3.0/2.0, HDMI, Ethernet and VGA video ports.
Stunning and simple, the new Samsung PC series have something for everyone. From an All-in-One PC, a powerful laptop to an ultra-versatile slate, every Samsung PC offers the ultimate in sleek design, blazing performance and exclusive cutting-edge innovation.
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Pricing and Availability: The Samsung Series 5 Ultra will be unveiled in Colombo Sri Lanka from mid December 2012 at Rs. 149,000. For more product information and multimedia content, please see www.facebook.com/samsungnotebook
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 227,000 people in 203 offices across 75 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com
*Ultrabook™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Photo caption: From left - Indika De Zoysa, Country Business Manager, Intel Sri Lanka; H. K. Chang, Vice President and MD, Samsung Sri Lanka; Rajiv Bhalla, Director - Strategic Initiatives, Intel South Asia; and Kishan Wanduragala, Business Manager – IT, Samsung Sri Lanka.
