Samsung Delivers the Future of Smart TV Now

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

The Future of TV is here. Samsung Electronics America Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today announced that its highly anticipated 2012 TVs will begin shipping this month in the U.S., beginning with the LED 6-series and higher, as well as the Plasma 6-series and higher.

The new models represent Samsungs fifth generation of Smart TV. While features vary by model, highlights of the products include:

Our goal with this years models was to truly redefine what a TV can be while providing unprecedented choice to the consumer, said Joe Stinziano, senior vice president, Home Entertainment, Samsung Electronics America. We have delivered the incredible picture quality and beautiful design that consumers have come to expect from Samsung, as well as seamless connectivity, several new ways to control the TV and exclusive services.

Samsung Smart TVs: Ultimate Connectivity, Content and Control

Samsungs 2012 TVs offer innovative features designed to make it even easier for consumers to enjoy their entertainment experiences.

Voice Control and Gesture Control are available in the LED ES7500, LED ES8000 and Plasma E8000. For example - just say web browser to get online, use voice recognition to start a search, and wave a hand to control the mouse cursor and select links. Face Recognition lets each member of the family log in to their Samsung account and automatically sign into Facebook, Twitter and more.

Also new in 2012, the Smart Touch Remote included with the LED ES7500, LED ES8000 and Plasma E8000 makes navigating content and channels effortless. The built-in touchpad makes web-surfing a pleasure, while channel and volume buttons are on the edge for easy access. The Smart Touch Remote Control also has a built-in microphone for Smart Interaction commands when the viewer is too far from the TVs built-in microphone.

For those looking for even greater flexibility and control of their Smart TV experience, Samsungs new Smart Wireless Keyboard (sold separately) features a standard-sized keyboard along with touch pad. The keyboard utilizes Bluetooth to connect to the TV and also has an IR emitter to support TV functions. The Smart Wireless Keyboard can also be used with the Galaxy Tab or other mobile devices.

Dramatically Improved Picture Quality

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Samsung Delivers the Future of Smart TV Now