EUROPE, July 24, 2007 – BenQ today unveiled a new addition to its award-winning laptop lineup with the Joybook R56 – featuring the world’s fastest 8ms response time, Intel Core™2 Duo processor, best-of-class nVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M G graphics processing unit and built-in dual 2W high quality speakers with a 3W subwoofer for an unparalleled visual and audio experience.

The Joybook R56 features a bright 15.4-inch widescreen enhanced by BenQ’s patented UltraVivid technology and renders even the most complex visuals such as fast moving 3D effects with its best-of-class nVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M G chip. Backed by the lastest graphic processing unit, the Joybook R56 easily handles latest generation of games and applications that demand powerful multimedia capabilities.

Besides outstanding visual performance, the R56 also delivers stunning audio experience with its built-in dual 2W stereo speakers and a 3W subwoofer embedded in its housing for a true visceral audio experience. Additionally, the audio performance is further enhanced with exclusive software that suppresses nose and echo.

The R56 comes outfitted with a HDMI output connector that provides pristine transmission of high-definition digital video and digital audio up to 1080p resolution via a single cable – allowing easy connection of HD enabled equipment such as HD monitor, HD TV, or HD projector for the best multimedia experience.

Furthermore, the sleek R56 features an elegant façade design that blends in two distinct shades of blue—one dark and one light—grace the outside and inside surfaces of the R56.  The left and right buttons of the touchpad have been integrated into a single rocker for easy left- and right-click, while presenting a clean and simple appearance. The rocker is further enhanced by blue illumination, making it a visual focus of the overall design.

The Joybook R56 also features an e-SATA port, a next-generation connection interface standard, delivering data transfer rate 300% faster than USB 2.0 to allow access to today’s and tomorrow’s ultra-high speed peripherals. It also comes equipped with a built-in 1.3 megapixel QEye webcam and an internal mic at same area with noise suppression and echo cancellation functions. Additionally, by clicking the exclusive QShot hotkey, images can be easily captured and saved from desktop, QEye webcam or DVD films.

Specifications:

Joybook R56

Processor	Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology -          Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7100
Operating System	Genuine Windows Vista™ Business, Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic
Chipset	Intel® PM965 Express Chipset
Graphics	nVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M G (Max.to 895MB depending on system memory)
Memory	DDRII-667 512MB and above (max to 2.0GB)
HDD	80/100/120/160 GB (5400RPM-SATA)
Optical Disc Drive	• 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo*1 • 8X Super Multi (Support Double Layer)*1
Display	• 15.4” WXGA (1280 x 800) • UltraVivid*1 widescreen display with 8ms response time
Webcam	Built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam
Battery	6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, 53.3Whr (4800mAh) ; approximately 2.5hr duration*2
Communications & Networking	Modem: Built-in 56K/V.92 Modem LAN: Built-in 10/100 Ethernet Wireless LAN: ·         Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection ·         Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN Built-in Bluetooth Rev. 2.0/ EDR (optional)*1
I/O Port	• USB 2.0 x 4 • HDMI output x 1 • FireWire (IEEE 1394) x 1 • RJ-45 Ethernet port x 1 • RJ-11 Modem port x 1 • VGA/D-Sub port x 1 • DC-IN x 1 • Microphone-in x 1 • Headphone-out x 1 • ExpressCard Slot x 1 • e-SATA port x 1
Memory Card Reader	4-in-1 card reader : MS/MS-Pro/SD/MMC
Audio	• Built-in 2.0W speakers x 2 • Built-in 3.0W subwoofer x 1 • Built-in Microphone x 1 (1)   Sound Blaster Pro Compatible (2)   HD Audio (3)   Noise Suppression & Echo Cancellation supported
Dimensions (LxWxH)	360 x 265 x 36.5 (front) ~37.5 (rear) mm
Weight	2.4 kg (without battery)*3
Application Software	• BenQ QMedia Bar • BenQ QShot • Power DVD • Nero Express • Adobe Reader • Anti-Virus Software • WebCam Companion • Microsoft® Office Professional 2007 60-Day Free Trial *4
Warranty	1year Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW)*5

*1 Selected models only.
*2 The battery life is estimated (under BatteryMark V4.0.1) when the power-saving mode is on. The actual battery life may vary with different operating conditions and settings.
*3 Weight may vary depending on the particular hardware configuration.
*4 For Microsoft® Operating System only.
*5 ORW service may vary by different regions. For details, please log on to http://service.benq.com./orw/

About BenQ Corporation
BenQ Corporation consists of three main business groups — Digital Media Business Group, Integrated Manufacturing Service Business Group and Mobile Communications Business Group. These three business groups encompass a broad range of products and each possesses a focus on providing consumer-oriented solutions designed for the digital lifestyle. 2006 revenues for BenQ Corporation exceeded US$6.2 billion dollars.

About BenQ Group
The BenQ Group is currently comprised of ten companies that operate independently while sharing resources and leveraging synergies among them. The BenQ Group companies include BenQ Corporation, AU Optronics Corporation, Darfon Electronics Corporation, Daxon Technology Inc., BenQ Guru Software Co., BenQ Hospital, Darwin Precisions, Ltd, Raydium Semiconductor Corporation, Cando Corporation and Wellypower Co., Ltd. 2006 revenues for BenQ Group exceeded US$16.5 billion dollars.

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