This week during IFA 2012, Samsung showcased new Windows 8-based additions to its Series 7 and Series 5 All-In-One (AIO) PCs. Both sport high-resolution ten-point touch, slim bezel displays mounted on an "elegant" metal base, and a third-generation Intel Core processor. Both models will be available beginning October 26, 2012 with the Series 7 ranging from $1,099 to $1,699, and the Series 5 addition costing $749.
"Our new Series 7 and Series 5 All-In-One PCs are designed to meet a range of consumer needs across the home, all within highly stylized form factors that users will be proud to put on display," said Todd Bouman, vice president of product marketing at Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division. "The expansion of our AIO line speaks to the success we’ve had in the PC market over the past year. Both of these new models take Samsung’s convergence technologies to the next level, completing the home computing experience by connecting the PC to other devices in the home environment."
Samsung said that both models will have five simple hand gesture recognition features that let users stay in control with just a flick of the wrist from up to three feet away. Users can swipe right or left to turn the pages of an e-book, or rotate their palm clockwise or counter-clockwise to change the volume while watching a movie. They can even close their hand to click on an option in a program, or wave their hands to stop watching a movie.
According to a provided set of specs, Samsung will actually introduce three AIO PCs: a 27-inch ($1699) model and a 23.6-inch ($1099) model in the Series 7 line, and a 21.5-inch ($749) model in the Series 5 line. Here's a quick roundup of each:
27-inch Series 7
1920 x 1080
Intel Core i7-3770T
8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz (Maxed)
1 TB HDD
DVD RW
AMD Radeon HD 7850M
1.3MP HD Camera
Gigabit LAN
802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0 HS
3 x USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI In/Out
3-In-1 Multi-card slot
$1699
23.6-inch Series 7
1920 x 1080
Intel Core i5-3470T
6 GB DDR3 1600 MHz (8 GB Max)
1 TB HDD
DVD RW
Intel HD Graphics 4000
1.3MP HD Camera
Gigabit LAN
802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0 HS
3 x USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI In/Out
3-In-1 Multi-card slot
$1099
21.5-inch Series 5
1920 x 1080
Intel Core i3-3220T
4 GB DDR3 1600 MHz (8 GB Max)
500 GB HDD
DVD RW
Intel HD Graphics 4000
1.3MP HD Camera
Gigabit LAN
802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0 HS
3 x USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI In/Out
3-In-1 Multi-card slot
$749
Samsung also mentioned in its announcement about 64 GB of SSD space, and a viewing angle of 178 degrees vertically and horizontally on the 27-inch model (the other two only have 160 degrees vertically). Even more, the Jamie Oliver’s Recipes Windows 8 app will be pre-installed, offering recipes from around the world that are formatted specifically for the application. The new Series 5 All-In-One was even designed to serve as an ideal kitchen PC, with a keyboard and mouse that fit neatly in between the legs of the base to open up counter space. All three models will come packed with a wireless mouse, keyboard, and a remote control, Samsung said.
"Samsung’s Series 7 and Series 5 AIO PCs both feature a clutter-free and space-saving design, complete with a unique and stylish metallic stand, an ultra-slim display with a durable metal edge, and an edge-to-edge glossy black screen," the company said. "These elegant new models add a premium look to any living space or office while maximizing available space on a desk or countertop."
Look for more information about these three AIO's as we get closer to the Windows 8 launch.
