VIZIO Refreshes Premium PC Line-Up with Full HD High Performance Touchscreens on New Windows 8 Models

Family Includes Touch Thin + Lights, Touch All-in-Ones, and 11.6" Tablet PC with highest performing processors from AMD and Intel

Irvine, CA and Las Vegas, NV — January 7, 2013 — VIZIO announced today its spring 2013 line-up of Windows 8 PCs, equipped with 10-finger capacitive touch displays on every new model. Seamless touchscreen technology and premium entertainment enhancements to the new spring line give users the ideal interactive Windows 8 experience, supported by outstanding picture quality and rich audio. VIZIO will be showcasing select PC models at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, NV January 7 -11 2013 at the Wynn Hotel, by appointment.
 
In an effort to provide consumers with an unrivaled, yet tailored entertainment experience that meets specific needs and preferences, VIZIO is introducing consumers to both AMD and Intel processor options for the 24”All-in-One Touch, 14” and 15.6” Thin + Light Touch models. Powered by AMD’s latest  high performance A10 quad-core APU  with Radeon™ HD graphics, these models deliver strikingly rich visuals, and an immersive gaming experience, while providing the processing power ideal for serious multi-tasking. For top-of-the-line performance, models using Intel’s 3rd generation Intel® Core ™ i7 quad-core processor—featuring Intel Turbo Boost Technology—consumers get the high-performance expected from Intel to support applications that need maximum compute power, plus a boost of speed as needed.

The spring 2013 PC line-up is highlighted by the 15.6” (CT15T-B0, CT15T-B1) and 14” (CT14T-B0, CT14T-B1) versions of the Thin + Light Touch, which are on display at CES. These new models are exceptional choices for consumers looking for optimal performance in an exquisitely designed, premium PC.  Showcasing an ultra-thin profile, multi-gesture touchscreen, AMD A10 APU or Intel® Core™ i7, and improved battery life rating along with a large Full HD screen for the 15.6” and HD+ for the 14”, the Thin + Light Touch performs like a desktop, but provides the convenience of mobility with an ultra-thin chasis that lets consumers take that performance with them.

Also on display at CES will be the 24” (CA24T-B0, CA24T-B1) and 27” (CA27T-B1) All-in-One Touch PCs. With stunning, Full HD 1080p displays, enhanced 2.1 audio system with subwoofer, remote control and dual HDMI inputs, the VIZIO All-in-One Touch PC delivers world-class entertainment and performance. An alluring PC with sleek lines, wireless keyboard and improved, multi-gesture touchpad, it’s as beautiful as it is functional.
Rounding out the spring 2013 PC line-up is VIZIO’s entry into the tablet PC category. The VIZIO 11.6” Tablet PC is powered by the AMD Z-60 APU featuring Radeon™ HD graphics, and runs Windows 8 to allow consumers to run all of their Windows-compatible software just as they would on their desktop or laptop PC. The VIZIO 11.6” Tablet PC offers the full functionality of Windows 8 in a slim ultra-portable form factor ideal for work or play.

“We’re committed to consistently producing a line of premium PCs that places the wants and needs of consumers first, and the new Touch PCs are no different,” said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. “The spring PC line puts the latest technologies and innovations right at the consumers’ fingertips, giving them the power to easily get the most out of their PC.”

Beyond the sleek design and processing power of this line, VIZIO continues to leverage its HDTV background, as all new VIZIO PCs feature brilliant picture quality, high contrast and wider viewing angles at the forefront. The expertly-tuned SRS Premium Sound HD™ audio system, a DTS technology, delivers rich audio quality to complement the superior video performance for deep, resonant sound perfect for getting the most out of music, movies, games and more.

Additionally, VIZIO increased connectivity speed by upgrading its models to the latest in  Wi-Fi, 802.11ac, one of the first PC OEMs to do so. About 3 times faster than standard 802.11n¹, consumers are able to stream HD content not only faster, but smoother.

“VIZIO brings a fresh approach to personal computers. They design their products to serve the wants of their end customers, more like a consumer electronics company.  Their new Spring line-up gives consumers and partners a choice of premium entertainment experiences as well as powerful performance.” said Patrick Moorhead, President and Principal Analyst at Moor Insights & Strategy.

To further ensure a premium consumer experience, VIZIO once again delivers the category’s only PC line-up all equipped with Microsoft Signature for Windows. No junk ware, meticulous configuration, built-in world-class security software, and 90 days free Microsoft Signature support from Microsoft. It’s an excellent Windows 8 experience on your PC.

VIZIO’s new lineup will arrive this spring, with additional details to be announced at product availability. For more information about VIZIO’s CES announcements visit VIZIO.com/CES.

About VIZIO

VIZIO, Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. In Q2 2007, VIZIO skyrocketed to the top by becoming the #1 shipping brand of flat panel HDTVs in North America and in Q3 2007 became the first American brand in over a decade to lead in U.S. LCD HDTV shipments. Since 2007 VIZIO LCD HDTV shipments remain in the top ranks in the U.S. and were #1 for the total year in 2009 and 2010. In Q4 2012, VIZIO became America’s #1 60+ inch HDTV company based on units sold. VIZIO is the #1 Sound Bar Company and is a top rated sound bar brand 2-years running by leading consumer publications. As VIZIO celebrates its 10-Year Anniversary, it remains committed to what it does best, focus on the consumer to deliver visionary products at a great value. VIZIO offers a broad range of award winning consumer electronics that now include PCs and mobility products.  VIZIO's products are found at Amazon, Best Buy, BJ’s Wholesale, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Target, Walmart and other retailers nationwide. VIZIO has won numerous awards including a #1 ranking in the Inc. 500 for Top Companies in Computers and Electronics and made the lists of Ad Age's Hottest Brands, CNET's Editor's Choice, CNET Best of CES 2011 - Television, Home Theater Magazine’s Top Picks, Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, PC World's Best Buy and Popular Mechanics Editor's Choice among many other prestigious honors. For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit www.VIZIO.com .
¹ Source: 5gwifi.org. Level of performance subject to range of router being used.

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