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CES – Central Hall – Stand 12814
Haier announces its arrival into the ultraportable laptops market at CES 2016, with the introduction of two Cloudbooks and an Ultrabook. These new devices offer great performance, with numerous state-of-the-art functions. Haier will also exhibit its newest Windows tablet with a full range of practical features and characteristics.
Cloudbook HT1401: Haier’s new Windows 10 Cloudbook
Haier is launching two Cloudbooks including the Cloudbook HT1401 based on Windows 10. The Cloudbook HT1401 features a 14.1” display and is powered by an Intel quad-core Bay Trail processor. It comes with 2GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage and a microSD port capable of extending memory capacity to 64GB. Its 10000 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery offers 6 – 8 hours battery life in use*.
This ultraportable laptop also features two USB 2.0 ports and an HDMI port. Many connectivity options are supported, such as Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi. Finally, its all-white design confers a sober and pure look, with a slim (2cm) and lightweight (1.21 kg) casing.
The small Haier +: 100GB free cloud storage for one year’s use
The Cloudbook will be available in selected European markets in Q3 2015 with a suggested retail price of €229.Available colours: white.
Ultrabook: a chic 4G laptop with an ultra-slim design
At CES 2016, Haier is also presenting an Ultrabook with a 13.3” full HD display, based on the Windows 10 operating system. This ultraportable laptop aligns design and mobility. More powerful and functional than a regular tablet thanks to its 128GB SSD storage and 4GB RAM, it is the ideal companion for working in all scenarios. Its light weight (1.3kg) and slimness (1.2 cm) give the Ultrabook an elegant and modern look.
The edge of the device features 2 USB 3.0 ports, a micro-HDMI port, the charging port, an SD card reader and an optional 4G LTE SIM card reader. The 11.1V, 26Wh Li-Polymer battery offers a day’s usage without needing to recharge*.
The small Haier +: No fan required due to optimal power consumption by the Intel processor.
The Ultrabook will be available in selected European markets in Q2 2016 with a suggested retail price starting from €549.90. Available colours: gold.
HaierPad W1225P: an XXL tablet which is lightweight but powerful
The HaierPad W1225P features an extra-large 12.2’’ full HD IPS screen (1920 x 1200 resolution), offering optimal visual comfort for watching videos, as well as perfect fluidity thanks to the device’s powerful Intel Skylake-Y processor and its large capacity RAM of 4GB. The device is equipped with Windows 10, the latest version bringing improvements in lighting, security and other areas.
The tablet has a micro-HDMI port, a micro-USB 3.0 port and a micro-SD reader, enabling users to extend the device’s memory to 32GB. The 8500 mAh battery offers a day’s usage without needing to recharge*.
The small Haier +: Ultra-slim (8.9mm) and lightweight (850g), this tablet is perfect for use on the go in any situation. By simply attaching it to the keyboard, it becomes an ultraportable laptop.
The HaierPad W1225P will be available in selected European markets in Q2 2016 with a suggested retail price starting from €849 (keyboard included).
*calculated based on web browsing using WiFi connection.
About Haier:
The Haier Group is the world’s No. 1 Major Appliances brand with a 10.2% retail volume share in 2014 (Source: Euromonitor International Limited; retail volume sales in units based on 2014 data). With its commitment to quality and innovation, Haier brings the inspired living experience to consumers in over 100 countries worldwide. With global headquarters based in the Chinese city of Qingdao and regional headquarters in both Paris and New York to serve its clients in Europe and America, Haier has 66 trading companies, 143,330 sales outlets and 24 industrial parks with 60,000 employees worldwide. Haier both pursues excellence in innovation through its five R&D centres and ensures its products are adapted to the tastes and needs of its consumers in its various local markets. Haier specialises in technology-driven research, manufacturing and trading a large range of durable products. In Europe, these include: televisions, refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, consumer electronics and energy saving home solutions. Haier’s global revenue in 2014 was 200.7 billion RMB. Haier Electronics Group Co., Ltd. (HKG: 1169), a subsidiary of the Haier Group, is listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. Qingdao Haier Co. (SHA: 600690), also a Haier subsidiary, is listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
