New BenQ Joybook S42 unveiled

Premium technologies for work and play - such as the latest Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology, Mobile Intel GM45 chipset and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics engine that provides consumers with an experience of high definition digital entertainment with twice as fast system performance speed and longer-lasting battery life.

"The Joybook S42 has perfected its integration of powerful graphic display and energy conservation through the Hybrid Power Technology. These features can help consumers enjoy the best of both worlds; both picture perfect visual presentation with discrete GPU while playing the hottest video games or watching a classical movie. Plus, the S42 is equipped with power conservation features such as the iGPU that can save up to 50% power,"

said Manish Bakshi, General Manager, BenQ Middle East and Africa.

"The Joybook S42 with 14.1"LED screen has been designed to appeal the sophisticated, fashion-forward consumer. Having set the trend for fashion oriented gadgets; BenQ has always gone a step further to come up with some unique designing concept - with S42 we want to re-emphasize on the design quotient yet again."

BenQ's Lifestyle Design Center has reinterpreted the eye-catching and elaborate Victorian vine pattern on the lid which with a modern edge using high-precision LCM (Laminated Color Metal) processing for a glossy finish that contrasts beautifully with the cover's sleek silver strip.

Exclusive UltraVivid technology amplifies visuals with DBEF™ (Display Brilliance Enhancement Film) for vibrant, razor-sharp image quality; and an 8ms response time ensures video and gaming are super-smooth and artifact-free. A low-reflectivity, anti-glare coating takes the Joybook from office to outside where details and colors remain bold and rich even in brightly-lit environments.

Smart hybrid power function also distinguishes the S42's effortless sophistication. It makes the S42 achieve the perfect balance of performance and battery duration by switching freely between the NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT discrete GPU and the original iGPU.

Core to the S42 is mobile multimedia enjoyment that's fast, powerful, and comprehensive. From fast-action movies to the most complex gaming scenes, visuals are rendered in superb detail and vibrancy, courtesy NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT power graphics and Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology's full HD video support, advanced digital media boost, and Intel Clear Video Technology. An integrated 2.0-megapixel QEye webcam and built-in microphone makes videoconferencing and chatting, a breeze, while SRS TruSurround XT Technology with noise suppression and echo cancellation bring video conferencing, movies and music to life with virtual surround sound through two 1.5W built-in speakers.

Integrated HDMI, Bluetooth, WiFi compatibility, power DVD and Windows Vista Premium Certification additionally enhance mobile work and play. S42 is the best choice for DirectX 10 gaming and Full HD flim viewing .With the contrast and grayscale in perfect balance the consumer gets a stuffer free, life-like video playback. The Joybook S42 renders the clearest and most vivid color special effects and consumer experiences the finest visual experience ever.