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Toshiba India launches Ivy Bridge-based Satellite laptops and ultrabook

Toshiba India has launched four new laptops in the country, apart from a new ultrabook, all part of the Satellite Series, and powered by 3rd Generation Intel Core processors (Ivy Bridge).

These are namely C Series (C840 & C850) laptops, L Series (L850) laptop, M Series (M840) laptop, and the new Satellite U840 ultrabook. According to Toshiba, the new range of laptops offer outstanding performance, superior HD entertainment and contemporary styling. All five devices will be hit retail shelves in India by the 3rd week of June.

Commenting at the launch of the 2012 Satellite series range, Mr. Sivakumar N., Vice President – Strategic Marketing, Product Management and Services - DS Division, Toshiba India Pvt. Ltd. said:

“Speed, Style, Performance, Superior Sound and HD integration, are some of the features that are on top of the purchase consideration parameters for the young laptop consumer today. Our new range of laptops offers a perfect amalgamation of these cutting edge features with exquisite form factor. With thinner and lighter profile and high-quality durable design, the new Satellite series is a testimony to our strong heritage of leading innovation. The new range offers faster, more powerful and smarter laptops, powered by latest 3rd Generation Intel Core processors, and is perfect for youthful consumers looking for more of everything.”

The new Satellite series range is equipped with Toshiba’s special BIOS technology which helps the devices boot roughly 30% faster than normal. In addition, the entire range features the Intel 7 series chipsets and integrates USB 3.0 for 10X faster data transfers, along with Bluetooth 4.0 for longer distance connectivity up to 50 meters.

To enhance the digital entertainment user experience, the entire range boasts of ‘Clear Super View’ display technology which delivers an enhanced picture quality display, well complimented by Toshiba’s Audio Enhancement option in the Satellite C series, SRS premium Sound HD™ in the Satellite L, M series and SRS Premium Sound 3D™ in Satellite U series. While the Toshiba Audio Enhancement option dynamically changes the sound equalizer to reduce distortion, the SRS premium Sound HD delivers immersive surround sound and a deep rich bass, ideal for listening to music, watching videos or playing games.

To up the users’ digital entertainment experience, the entire range comes equipped with a standard HDMI port, to effortlessly connect to a larger HD Televisions or to other HD devices. The new range also features High Definition webcam for more immersive and clear video and image sharing experience, adding a whole new dimension to the video sharing experience.

The new Satellite L, M and U series laptops also feature a USB Sleep-and-Charge port, which can charge users’ smart phone, MP3 player or other portable electronics integrating a USB port, even when the laptop is powered down.

Satellite U840: The Game Changer – Premium performance at Smart price

Designed in an aluminium and reinforced fibre glass chassis, the U840 consumer Ultrabook offers exquisite design and stylish exterior. The Toshiba U840 employs the hybrid drive technology with the integrated 32GB SSD coupled with a 500GB HDD. The hybrid technology dynamically improves the application response time and offers a powerful performance, along with faster system boot.

The U840, powered by latest 3rd Generation Intel core i5 processor, comes equipped with tile keyboards with LED backlighting, a large and easier-to-use ClickPad and USB 3.0 port for faster data transfers. Additional standard features include the SRS Premium Sound 3D sound enhancements, an HDMI port and a Lithium Polymer battery for a longer battery life. Dressed in an all-new, elegantly etched aluminium body in Ultra Silver color, this stylish and durable, Toshiba Satellite U840 is priced at Rs. 53,500.