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AMD Announces Continued Support for the Next-Generation Notebook Platform with New Toshiba Satellite Laptops

AMD <http://www.amd.com> (NYSE: AMD) today announced growing OEM support for its next-generation notebook platform <http://www.amd.com/notebookplatform/presskit> with the addition of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division’s <http://www.explore.toshiba.com/> consumer laptops built on the next-generation AMD notebook platform. Toshiba’s Satellite laptop PC series <http://explore.toshiba.com/laptops/satellite> is offered with different models of the AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors, AMD 7-Series Chipsets, and leading-edge wireless solutions based on the draft 802.11n specification.

“The next-generation AMD notebook platform integrates superior graphics, wireless performance and energy efficiency to deliver the ultimate visual experience on the go,” said Chris Cloran, corporate vice president, Notebook Division, AMD. “The Toshiba Satellite series with AMD Turion™ Ultra Dual-Core Mobile processors meets the needs of today’s mobile computing users with an enhanced visual experience and performance.”

“Toshiba relentlessly aims to improve the lives of its customers through powerfully innovative technologies,” said Jeff Barney, vice president and general manager, Digital Products Division, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. “With the continued adoption of AMD processor technology to its Satellite family, Toshiba has further provided it’s users with real-world solutions for today’s computing demands for improved graphics, extended battery life and robust computing power for a first-rate user-experience.”

Today’s consumers use laptop computers for more than productivity. Laptops are primarily used for entertainment and digital lifestyle applications, including photo editing, 3Dgaming, watching DVDs, streaming and uploading video content, as well as listening to music. Toshiba’s Satellite laptop series <http://explore.toshiba.com/laptops/satellite> , based on the next-generation AMD notebook platform, unlocks a rich entertainment experience through the TruBrite® display technology for incredible color and clarity and Harman Kardon® stereo speakers for a cinema-like sound experience.

More info at : http://www.amd.com/us-en/0,,3715_156...r=pumapresskit

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