Samsung Announces Two Super-light Notebook 9 Series Laptops: A Big Threat to MacBooks

CES is a global consumer electronics and consumer technology trade show that takes place every January in Las Vegas, Nevada. And South Korean tech manufacturer, Samsung makes sure to make the best use of the platform.

Apart from unveiling their next-gen SUHD TV lineup, Microsoft Surface Pro 4 competitor hybrid tablet, new smartwatch variant and more, the company also unveiled two new additions to its Samsung Notebook 9 series for 2016 - a 15-inch and 13.3-inch laptops - which Samsung Electronics claims is extremely portable and lightweight.

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Below are some of the highlighted features of the notebook series:

Ultra-light: Samsung Notebook 9 series offers ultra-portability, with the world lightest 13.3-inch Notebook 9 weighing less than 1 kilogram, offering ultimate ease and convenience when on-the-go.

Vivid and Bright Display: The full-HD display provides superior brightness with a wide angle and low-reflective screen for a comfortable viewing experience from a variety of positions.

Extended Battery Life: The 15-inch Notebook 9 provides battery life for up to 12 hours, and the Quick Charging feature enables users to fully charge in just 20 minutes. The 13.3-inch Notebook 9 offers up to 10 hours of battery life on one charge.

Enhanced Security: The new security feature Security CAM allows users to take and send photos through an equipped camera to a pre-registered email in case of theft. The Pattern Log-in, Secret Screen, and Record Block features help users protect private files and information.

Seamless Productivity: Samsung Link 2.0 and SideSync 4.0 let users access shareable content more easily and efficiently. Also, the UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certified ergonomic keyboard provides enhanced comfort and accuracy.

As per the company's press release, the New Samsung Notebook 9 series will be available in two colors, Iron Silver and Modern Pink, in select markets starting in early 2016.

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Samsung Notebook 9 13.3-inch Key Specifications

· Windows 8 Pro (64-bit)
· Intel Core i7-3517U Processor
· 13.3" 1080p PLS screen
· 4GB
· 256GB Solid State Drive
· Intel HD Graphics 4000
· Up to 10.5 hours of battery life
· 802.11ac 2x2 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1
· Silver or Pink colors
· 1.85lb (840g) for the 13-inch

Samsung Notebook 9 15-inch Key Specifications

· 15-inch 1080p PLS screens
· Sixth-gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors
· Intel HD 520 graphics
· 4GB or 8GB of memory
· 128GB or 256GB of storage
· Up to 10.5 hours of battery life
· 802.11ac 2x2 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1
· Silver or Pink colors
· 2.84lb (1.29kg) for the 15-inch