Samsung R440

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Hong Kong May 20, 2010）Samsung Electronics, a market leader in consumer electronics and IT technology, announced the latest addition to the R Series – the high performance and ultra-stylish R440 notebook computer.

“With a 14 inch LED HD display and advanced hardware configuration, the Samsung R440 notebook perfectly combines a high degree of mobility and extreme performance into one single mobile device,” said Olivia Lo, Product Manager of the Product Management – PC, IT Product team of Samsung Electronics. “It is the best choice for a desktop replacement.”

HD LED display delivers perfect images

The R440 features a 16:9 widescreen 14” HD LED display with a 1,366 x 768 resolution. Together with the latest NVIDIA® GeForce GT 320M graphics card with 1GB GDDR3 or ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD545V with 512MB GDDR3, the R440 delivers true-to-life visuals and 3D processing power to enhance any user’s movie or gaming experience. With its low power consumption and streamlined design, the HD LED display not only enhances battery life, but makes for a lighter and more stylish notebook computer.

Powerful hardware configuration enhances multimedia performance

Like some Samsung R Series models, the R440 features the latest Intel® Core™ i3 330M (2.13GHz) processor, which automatically allocates resources where they are most needed. Whether you are editing high definition (HD) video, composing digital music, manipulating photos or engaging in 3D gaming, the R440 multitasks with ease, delivering an overall performance that is 20% more efficient than models featuring Core 2 Duo processors. The R440 also features SRS TruSurround XT technology, which delivers a vivid and immersive soundstage even without centre and rear speakers. WOW HD technology, specially designed to deliver powerful bass tones, further deepens the multimedia experience offered by the compact and full-featured R440.

A colourful and trendy casing

The ergonomic design featured in the palm rest and keyboard on the R440 delivers a more enjoyable and productive user experience. The R440 comes in several colours: solid glassy black and punchy pink to welcome summer. The glassy black also features with a wave pattern on the covering and the palm rest for the trendy sophisticate.

Versatile connectivity to enhance mobility

The R440 features comprehensive communications and information sharing technology that demonstrates Samsung’s mission to meet the needs of a wide range of users. These features include:

- 802.11b/g/n wireless module for wireless Internet connection

- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR module for synchronising with mobile phones, printers, headphones and other mobile gadgets

- 3-in-1 SD, SDHC and MMC card reader for data sharing

- HDMI port for theatre-quality HD images and videos

Abundant software utilities to enrich users’ experience

To complement its high-end hardware configuration, the R440 ships with a wide range of software utilities that cater to a wide range of user needs. These include:

- Microsoft Works – A new official Microsoft suite that supports Microsoft Word and Excel, and features PowerPoint Viewer and a Calendar

- Samsung Recovery Solution IV – With the innovative remote PC function, you can access your home or office PC from your notebook and quickly and securely transfer files—including documents, music and movies—while on the go.

- Battery Life Extender – An innovative feature that extends battery life by setting full capacity at only 80%.

- Easy Network Manager – Quickly configure networking settings with minimal hassle and store individual configuration settings for different locations.

- CyberLink YouCam – There has never been an easier way to keep in touch with friends and family that live far away. Using the R440’s integrated webcam, users can engage in video conferencing or live messaging with the resolution and image quality of a still camera and the high frame rates of a video camera. Moreover, users can select from 12 sets of 3D special effects and thematic backgrounds to enhance every image and deliver twice the fun.

- FailSafe - Whether your notebook computer is lost or stolen, the FailSafe theft deterrence service enables you to track the location of your missing computer as well as lock the device and encrypt, manage, retrieve or erase vital data. (30 day trial)

- Game Console – 10 Free trail games are pre-installed and free for 1hour, users can access and buy more games through the link provided.

- Any PC –Through AnyPC capabilities, users can remote computer to transfer files.(30 day trial) 

Warm applause for its eco-friendly design

With its long-standing commitment to environmentally friendly design, Samsung has invested numerous resources to green R&D in order to contribute to conservation and sustainability. The new mercury-free HD LED display generates a lower level of pollutants in its manufacture as compared to similar devices on the market. Samsung is honoured to be singled out as the only computer manufacturer to receive the ENERGY STAR Excellence Award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency, and to be named the best computer manufacturer in Green Peace’s ‘Guide to Greener Electronics’.

TCO and Energy Star Certified

The Samsung R440 has been awarded the leading environmental and usability standard, TCO and Energy Star Certified, and is ECO RoHS compliant. R440 is completely mercury free and consumes significantly less power thanks to its LED backlit display. 

Computer Recycling Program

Samsung is part of the Computer Recycling Program (CRP), a voluntary Producer Responsibility Scheme, initiated by the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department. The CRP collects used computers and computer parts for refurbishment and recycling. The CRP has also lined up a charity organization to help refurbish computers that are still in working condition and donate them to the needy, and appointed a commercial recycler to dismantle the remaining used computers and recover useful parts and materials. For more information on the program, please visit: https://www.wastereduction.gov.hk/en/workplace/crp_intro.htm