BEIJING, China – April 19, 2012 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies is breaking new ground with its award-winning NX series with three new compact system cameras (CSC) that pioneer built-in Wi-Fi connectivity: the NX1000, NX210 and NX20. Now professional quality images can be easily captured, shared and stored straight from your camera – wherever you are in the world.

Introducing the NX1000, NX210 and NX20
The innovative additions to Samsung’s NX range represent the future in CSC technology: SMART cameras with in-built Wi-Fi technology that allow users to connect to wireless networks without any additional cards or devices. Full Wi-Fi connectivity is complemented by an impressive range of features, continuing the heritage of innovation that the NX series has been consistently recognized for since the launch of the NX10 in 2010.

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Sprint continues its 4G LTE launch momentum with the launch of its first Android™ 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, smartphone with 4G LTE capability, Galaxy Nexus by Samsung.

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., April 11, 2012 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today unveils the latest additions to the popular Samsung Galaxy line of handheld and portable devices. The two new Galaxy Tab 2TM products and two new Galaxy Players TM continue to showcase Samsung’s commitment to providing users with choice, flexibility and connectivity to the full Samsung ecosystem of products, apps and services.

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. – April 10, 2012 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., with the help of the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) launched today the U.S. Olympic Genome Project, a groundbreaking endeavor for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This first-of-its-kind social media platform lets Americans discover how they’re connected to Team USA and the Olympic Movement through an online community of like-minded individuals that delivers an immersive experience ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Samsung is the Official Wireless Telecommunications Equipment Partner of the USOC.

“The Olympic Games is one of the few global celebrations of human potential and achievement and Samsung wants to give consumers the opportunity to be a part of this in a personal way,” said Ralph Santana, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Samsung Electronics North America. “We believe everyone has a connection to Team USA. The U.S. Olympic Genome Project will help consumers discover how they’re connected to these athletes. As we approach London 2012, we hope to fuel a sense of connection and passion for the Olympic Games among consumers, especially as they get to know the Olympians and Paralympians through this innovative social media platform.”

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., March 28, 2012 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., today announced the availability of new premium products incorporating vacuum tube amplifiers that offer rich, harmonious sound qualities. The Samsung DA-E750 Audio Dock (SRP: $799.99), Samsung HT-E6500W Blu-ray 3D 5.1 Home Theater System (SRP: $799.99) and Samsung HT-E6730W Blu-ray 3D 7.1 Home Theater System (SRP: $999.99) will be shipping this spring in the U.S. With these products, Samsung also underscores its commitment to extend its leadership in audio products with premium offerings.

New in 2012, Samsung’s patented vacuum tube amplifier technology allows audio enthusiasts to enjoy music the way it was meant to be heard. Vacuum tubes, which use a long-lasting heated cathode inside a glass bulb to amplify sound, offer a warmer, more natural sound compared to conventional audio systems utilizing transistors.

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., March 15, 2012 – Samsung announced today the five grand prize winners in its nationwide Solve for Tomorrow contest, a competition to raise enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education among U.S. public school students. The five grand prize winners were chosen from the 12 finalists selected in February to receive technology from Samsung, Microsoft, the Adobe Foundation, and DIRECTV. The winners are:

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., March 12, 2012 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, today announced that Maryhurst, a children’s home and foster care agency in Louisville, Kentucky, as the latest winner of the Samsung’s Hope for Children Channel Award. They will receive $10,000 worth of technology from Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division. SLYN Systems & Peripherals (SS&P), Louisville’s longest running personal computer dealer and service center, nominated them for the award.

For almost 170 years, Maryhurst has cared for children and families in greatest need. Founded by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1843, Maryhurst is the oldest operating child welfare agency in Kentucky. The Sisters provided a caring environment for girls who suffered physical, emotional and sexual abuse as well as homelessness. Recognized as one of the few agencies in the country capable of caring for teenage girls who are among the most traumatized victims, Maryhurst helps those who have nowhere else to turn for healing and hope and is commited to providing them with permanent homes. In December 2011, Maryhurst was featured for the second time in five years by ABC News with Diane Sawyer as a model for best practices in foster care.

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