Samsung Debuts the First 3D Ready Flat-Panel HDTV with Its 2008 Entry-Level Plasma...

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Samsung Debuts the First 3D Ready Flat-Panel HDTV with Its 2008 Entry-Level Plasma HDTV Line-up

Practical, High-tech Features, Stylish Design, and Affordability
Make Samsung's Series 4 and Series 5 Plasma HDTVs the Perfect Choice
for Price-Conscious Consumers
LAS VEGAS--(Business Wire)--Samsung Electronics, the leader in HDTV design and technological
innovation, will unveil its groundbreaking new line-up of plasma
HDTVs--the Series 4 and Series 5--at the 2008 International Consumer
Electronics Show. Taking a cue from the technology created for its DLP
HDTVs, Samsung has developed the first 3D-ready, flat-panel HDTVs on
the market with the Series 4 plasma HDTV. Engineered to be both
adaptable and affordable, the entry-level Series 4 and Series 5 are
the perfect choice for consumers looking to enter the plasma space
with a cost-effective, flat-panel HDTV that can do it all. Samsung's
plasma lineup will be on display at Booth #11033 during the
International Consumer Electronics Show held at the Las Vegas
Convention Center, January 7 through 10.

"The Series 4 and Series 5 lines are prime examples of how Samsung
is able to provide higher-end features and performance at all price
points," said Jonas Tanenbaum, vice president of Flat Panel Marketing
at Samsung Electronics America. "By integrating 3D technology into the
plasma category, we're offering consumers the benefits of both a
flat-panel set and 3D movie viewing and gaming. We're looking forward
to continuing to expand our new technologies across all of our HDTV
categories."

Both the Series 4 and Series 5 models come packaged in a lustrous,
piano-black exterior, and feature first class components and advanced
features typical of premium models. Built-in entertainment modes
automatically optimize image and audio quality to the content being
viewed--a must-have for the avid gamer, sports fan or movie buff.
Further enhancing the Series' viewing experience is the
FilterBright(TM) anti-glare technology, which produces deeper blacks
and an increased contrast ratio for overall superior picture.

A variety of multimedia devices can be easily connected and used
through 3 HDMI inputs, one of which conveniently located on the side
of the sets. Extending that connectivity even further, Samsung has
also included a USB2.0 port for 5 series, making it simple to view
contents directly from digital devices such as cameras, MP3 players,
and thumb drives. In addition, the enhanced HDMI-CEC TV remote enables
consumers to easily control multiple devices connected via the HDMI
port.

Series 4 Entertainment Plasma HDTV

The Series 4 utilizes technologies and innovations previously
available only in 3D-enabled DLP HDTVs to deliver the superb picture
quality of a flat panel TV with enhanced 3D features. The Series 4 is
using an advanced software algorithm to eliminate dither noise and
false contour lines to reproduce clear images, including fast moving
action scenes. The Series 4's multimedia compatibility via 3 HDMI, and
sophisticated picture and sound optimization tools makes it ideal for
gamers and movie buffs alike.

The Series 4 Plasma HDTV will be available in March in both
42-inches and 50-inches model sizes (Model numbers PN42A450P and
PN50A450P).

Series 5 Plasma HDTV

The Full HD (1080p) Series 5 sets a new standard for plasma
televisions. Utilizing the same cutting-edge technology employed in
the Series 4, it allows users to have optimized picture and sound
quality via a variety of preset modes. It also takes picture quality
one step further by employing a single-scan system. This system makes
it possible for the unit to have only one driving board, as opposed to
the usual two. The result is enhanced performance at a more simplified
structure.

Ever aware of the needs of its consumers, it comes equipped with
three HDMI 1.3 inputs as well as a USB2.0 port, making it a true
plug-and-play set.

The Series 5 plasma HDTV will be available in March in both
50-inches and 58-inches (Model numbers PN50A550P and PN58A550P).

About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America,
Inc. (SEA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co.,
Ltd., markets a broad range of award-winning, advanced digital
consumer electronics and home appliance products, including HDTVs,
home theater systems, MP3 players, refrigerators and laundry machines.
A recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and
technology, Samsung is the HDTV market leader in the U.S. and is the
only manufacturer that produces all four major digital television
technologies. Please visit www.samsung.com for more information.

Samsung Electronics America
SungIn Cho, 201-229-4752
sungincho@sea.samsung.com
or
MWW Group
Colin Ruane, 212-827-3742
cruane@mww.com