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CES 2010: Samsung S-Series Wi-Fi Camcorders Announced
Samsung has also introduced at CES this year its new S-Series of full HD digital camcorders. These devices are the world’s first to include built-in Wi-Fi and DLNA connectivity. The list comprises of three new models – the HMX-S10, HMX-S15 and HMX-S16, the new S Series. All three camcorders incorporate Samsung’s proprietary new Victoria Engine processor and a cutting-edge 1/2.3 inch BSI (Back Side Illumination) CMOS imaging sensor which are designed to provide better image quality in low-light conditions.
The HMX-S15 and HMX-S16 feature Samsung AllShare, which allows consumers to access, manage and share content including their full-HD videos across other DLNA certified devices. With the integrated Wi-Fi connectivity, consumers can forgo having to connect any cables to share HD video or digital still images on compatible devices. Consumers can also take advantage of built-in HDMI connectivity to view their content on devices that may not be DLNA certified simply by connecting to the source via an HDMI cable.
Each S-Series camcorder boasts a Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan-HD lens with Samsung’s 18x Intelli Zoom. The S-Series’ lenses are also paired with Optical Stabilization to help reduce image blur and shaky video. The Samsung S Series camcorders also enhance the user experience with large 3.5-inch wide touch-screen swiveling LCDs which house a 3D graphic user interface.
Samsung’s new Victoria Engine video processor offers a 3D noise reduction filter that efficiently suppresses noise while preserving details and edges resulting in crisp video and still image quality. The Victoria Engine is also designed to expand the range of color expression and improve video quality with the help of other video processing modules such as contrast, white tone and color tone enhancement. It draws a minimal amount of power thanks to 45 nano chip fabrication technology, drastically extending the camcorders’ battery life to offer more than two hours.
Samsung’s S-Series camcorders utilize internal Solid State Drives (SSD) which is lightweight, compact, operates silently with very low heat emission and features no moving parts, which reduces overall power consumption. The absence of moving parts makes SSD technology more durable and resistant to shock and vibrations. Samsung’s HMX-S16 offers an internal 64GB SSD while the HMX S15 offers an internal 32GB SSD. Both camcorders also allow consumers to expand memory capacity using an SD/SDHC memory card. The HMX S10 does not feature internal SSD memory and requires the use of a memory card.
Some of the other features include a flash to help capture 10 mega-pixel digital still images, storyboard printing and the ability to shoot in super slow motion with speeds of 300 fps at a resolution of 368×208 and 600 fps at a resolution of 192×112. The S Series camcorders also are equipped with high-definition time lapse recording. When shooting in the time lapse recording mode, the camcorder will record a single image at an interval pre-selected by the user, either one, three, five, 10, 15, or 30 seconds, and will save each image as one single movie file.
The new Wi-Fi enabled camcorders will be launched later this year but so far there’s no pricing mentioned.
Samsung Launches New Netbooks
Samsung has announced its plans to strengthen its netbook business by launching new models as well as expanding into new markets in the country. The new netbooks launched are – N 148, N 150, N 210 netbooks based on the Windows 7 platform.
Samsung which introduced its netbooks in the top 8 cities of the country in December 2008, is in the process of expanding its presence in the country since the last Quarter of 2009. Over the past 3 months, the company has launched its netbook range in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Punjab, UP, Haryana, Rajasthan and Maharashtra.
“We see a huge potential in the Netbook market in India and plan to fuel the growth in this market by launching our stylish and advanced Netbooks in the market”, said Ranjit Yadav, Director-Mobile & IT, Samsung India.
Samsung maintains that the N210 can deliver up to 12 hours of secure connected mobility, while the N150 can go on for 8.5 hours, all because overall power consumption is reduced by their energy efficient LED display, optimized processing performance and Samsung’s proprietary Enhanced Battery Life solution.
The N210 and N150 have several display features that enhance the visual experience. The new netbooks’ 10.1″ LED anti-reflective display fine-tunes movies and images with sharp details and bold colors, with no mirror effect under bright lights or in sunny weather. The two netbooks also incorporate Intel’s latest processor, the Intel Atom N450. Based on an entirely new micro-architecture, the Intel Atom processor increases energy efficiency to extend battery life, while delivering enhanced mobile performance and increased system responsiveness.
The N210 features Samsung’s new crystal pattern design, while the N150 sports an integrated hinge so everything blends effortlessly together even when the netbook is open.
The Samsung Netbooks are priced between Rs. 16,290 and Rs. 19,990.
Samsung’s Broadband HDTVs to Come With Skype
First announced at CES with Panasonic and LG TVs, Skype will now come embedded on Samsung’s LED 7000 and 8000 series models of high-definition televisions. The embedded Skype software allows Skype users to make video and voice calls through the TVs.
Samsung, the global market leader in televisions, will begin shipping TVs with Skype software in the Korean market today, and worldwide in the first half of 2010.
“Our consumers want their televisions to be a ‘one-stop shop’ for entertainment and communication delivered with the highest quality,” said Kevin Kyungshik Lee, Vice President of Visual Display at Samsung Electronics. “Including Skype on our TVs meets that expectation perfectly. We’re thrilled that Samsung’s consumers can now use our TVs to experience the rich video and voice communication that hundreds of millions of Skype users worldwide enjoy.”
The debut of Samsung’s Skype-enabled televisions reinforces Skype’s commitment to making its video and voice calling capabilities available on a full range of Internet-connected devices, including TVs.
The Samsung LED 7000 and 8000 series televisions include Samsung’s free Internet@TV service, which allows access to select online content. Consumers who connect the TVs to the Internet can easily attach a FreeTalk TV Camera for Samsung provided by In Store Solutions (ISS), available at www.skype.com/store, making it possible to place and receive voice calls and High Quality Video calls. Voice calls will use Skype’s SILK audio codec, which enables super-wideband audio quality.
Using the TVs’ remote controls, consumers can create free Skype accounts, log into their existing accounts and navigate via a simple Skype interface accessible on the televisions’ screens. Skype video calls will be free, as will voice calls between Skype users.
Samsung Confirms Chrome-Based Netbook
Samsung Australia has confirmed that it’s currently working on a netbook using Google’s Chrome OS. However according to Channel News, the device won’t be incorporated into Samsung’s 2010 lineup until later this year.
Phil Newton, head of Samsung IT Australia, told Channel News that the device will feature a 12-hour battery life, built-in WiFi and 3G connectivity, a default 2 GB of RAM, and at least 64 GB of HDD space. Newton also added that the Chrome-based netbook will be similar to Samsung’s Pine Trail N210, which features a 10.1-inch LED screen.
Channel News was unable to confirm the processor and chipset, but speculates that the device will use Qualcomm’s 1.5 GHz Snapdragon processor.
Samsung Launches 10 Models of 3D TVs in India
Reports just in from Delhi that Samsung has launched 10 models of 3D Televisions in India.
Samsung will also be the first company to manufacture the 3D TVs in India at its Chennai and Noida factories.
Stay tuned while we update this story as more details emerge from Delhi.
Update: Samsung 3D TVs automatically convert all 2D video to 3D, also launching 3D Blu-ray players.
Update: Monster vs Aliens 3D DVD to be bundled with all Samsung 3D TVs, 2 active shutter 3D glasses also bundled with TVs, TVs to be available next week.
Update: Samsung App Store for Internet-enabled TVs will be available soon.
Update: Price range for Samsung 3D TVs – RS. 1,29,000 to Rs. 4,35,000 for 40 – 65 inches in LED, LCD and Plasma versions.