Attractive and Affordable Entry-level Laptop Provides Sharp, Smooth HD Online Experience and Crystal Clear Sound
Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced select Satellite® C655D laptop models will feature AMD’s new E-Series Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) with on-die graphics1. Designed with price conscious buyers in mind, the new Satellite C655D delivers enhanced media performance and an improved battery life rating while maintaining strong value-pricing.
“The new AMD E Series APU brings a whole new level of performance and versatility into a full-size laptop over a netbook, giving families, students and home-based businesses the power they need to stay productive and entertained at very affordable prices,” said Carl Pinto, vice president of product development, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division. “Toshiba’s continued strategic relationship with industry leaders like AMD allows us to deliver more affordable PCs without sacrificing performance.”
The Power of E Series in a Full Size Laptop
The new AMD E Series APUs make it easy to connect and experience quick-loading, rich and sharp HD Web content and photos, and crystal-clear music. The on-die integrated graphics includes DirectX® 11 support, bringing smooth, realistic graphics to users’ favorite casual games. With a 15.6-inch diagonal HD TruBrite® display2 and a handy 10-key keypad, the new Satellite C655D is ideal for powering the essentials of everyday computing with the capabilities to truly enjoy great multimedia.
Fully encased in Toshiba’s durable Trax textured finish in Black that helps resist fingerprints, the Satellite C655D includes plenty of ports and storage and is well-equipped with built-in high-speed Wireless-N connectivity3, a DVD SuperMulti drive, a multi-touch touch pad and a built-in webcam.
Pricing and Availability
The Satellite C655D will be available on January 23, 2010 at major retailers, e-tailers and direct from Toshiba on toshibadirect.com starting at $398.99 MSRP4.
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About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; televisions, TV/DVD Combination products, Blu-ray Disc and DVD products, and portable devices; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and IP business telephone systems with unified communications, collaboration and mobility applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of products in the United States and Latin America.
TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader and innovator in high technology, a diversified manufacturer and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products. These products span from information & communications systems; digital consumer products; electronic devices and components; as well as power systems including nuclear energy; industrial and social infrastructure systems; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 730 companies, with 204,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing $75 billion (6.2 Trillion Yen). For more information on Toshiba visit www.toshiba.com.
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1 Processor. CPU performance may vary. See Processor Legal Footnote at www.info.toshiba.com
2 Display. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the thin film transistors manufacturing technology. See Display Legal Footnote at www.info.toshiba.com
3 Wireless-N. The wireless adapter is based on a draft release version of the IEEE 802.11n specification and may not be compatible with, or support all features (e.g., security) of, certain Wi-Fi® equipment.
4 Price. Reseller prices may vary. MSRP means “Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.”
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