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Introducing the new Encore tablet from Toshiba – bringing the full Windows 8.1experience to life through work and play

– Toshiba Europe GmbH today announces its newNeuss, Gemany, September 5th 2013Encore tablet - fully optimised for Windows 8.1, with built-in features and apps for bothproductivity and entertainment, this ultra-portable tablet is ideal for consumers andprosumers wanting to move seamlessly between working, playing and sharing on a singledevice.

“The lines between business and consumer use are becoming increasingly blurred, socompanion devices need to offer multiple possibilities to cater for both needs” says MattMcDowell, Marketing Director at Toshiba Europe GmbH. “With the Encore, customers canexpect a full PC experience in an 8” tablet - including a rich, powerful Windows 8.1experience that meets the differing professional and personal needs of users throughout theirentire day.”

“Toshiba continues to drive touch innovation by bringing new and exciting Windows 8 formfactors to life,” said Jordan Chrysafidis, vice president of Worldwide OEM Marketing,Microsoft Corp. “We look forward to working with Toshiba on the launch of Windows 8.1 andseeing its holiday 2013 devices delight customers worldwide.”

Easy to hold and use in one handWith a distinctive style and durable, ergonomic design that was made to travel, the Encore isoptimised for use in portrait mode and easy to handle in one hand. All speakers,

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microphones and cameras have been placed outside of the area where the tablet iscommonly gripped, so users can comfortably tap the multi-touch screen, listen to music, takephotos or have a Skype call without affecting performance. The thin, lightweight design isideal for users wanting to read an e-book or watch a movie on the go.

Office essentials for productivity on the goWith the full version of Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 inside, users can make themost of the programs they’re already familiar with for a consistent experience anywhere anduse the Encore as an extension of their primary PC. Full versions of Word 2013, Excel 2013,PowerPoint 2013 and OneNote 2013 are included to boost productivity on the go, whetherit’s reading, editing, creating or sharing documents and presentations. Seven GB of freeonline SkyDrive storage means files can be stored in the cloud for fast access and

synchronisation with other Windows devices., plus it’s easy to attach an optional Bluetooth ®

keyboard for added convenience. All powered by the latest Intel Atom™ architecture, the®

Toshiba Encore delivers a fast, fluid performance for enhanced productivity and creativity onthe move.

Instantly available and always currentRight out the box, the Toshiba Encore is ultra-responsive and ready for anything. InstantGotechnology means the Encore wakes from standby mode so it’s almost instantly available foruse. Even while the tablet is sleeping, connected standby maintains network connectivity andsyncs automatically, so all contents are constantly refreshed and up-to-date. With InstantGoto lower power consumption and extend battery life, the Toshiba Encore is efficient on themove.

A range of apps and features for anywhere entertainment

With a bright 20.32cm (8”) AutoBrite™ display, the power of Dolby® Digital Plus through1

high-quality stereo speakers and ultra-fast Wi-Fi , the Toshiba Encore was built for mobile®

entertainment. Microsoft Xbox is a pre-loaded app, featuring a free music streaming servicefor 90 days unlimited access to 30 million songs as well as a selection of free Xbox games.Users can even share their favourite content between screens, by transforming the tablet intoa second display for the Xbox 360 or Xbox One, using Xbox SmartGlass. Full-screen webbrowsing is also much quicker, thanks to the new Internet Explorer 11. It’s optimised fortablets and built for touch, making it easier to load web pages and stream videos on the20.32cm (8”) display.

Optimised for Skype, the Toshiba Encore also comes with advanced camera features anddual beam-forming microphones with noise reduction for greater sound clarity during calls.

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An 8.0MP rear camera and 2.0MP front camera are built in, so users can have clear videochats on the move, or just point-and-shoot to capture perfect photo or video moments toshare with family or friends. Connectivity options include micro-USB for transferring data,

micro-HDMI for connection to larger screens whether at home or in a meeting, and a®

micro-SD slot can also be used to expand storage or share content with other devices.

The new Encore from Toshiba will be available in Europe during Q4 2013.

Toshiba Encore tablet:

20.32cm (8”) AutoBrite™ 1280 x 800 HFFS wide view angle LCD display with5-point multi-touch supportLatest Intel Atom™ architecture®

2GB LPDDR3 memoryIntel Gen 7 graphics®

Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 pre-installedUp to 64GB eMMCConnected standby support (InstantGo)Connectivity: 1x Micro-USB 2.0, 1x Micro-HDMI , Micro-SD (up to 64GB),®

dual-band 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth , 3.5mm headphone/mic combo jack®

High quality stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus ® 1

2.0MP front camera (1080p video capture) and 8.0MP rear camera (1080pvideo capture)Built-in GPSOS: Windows 8.1Colour: Light goldDimensions: 213 x 136 x 10.68 mm

Available as an OTA upgrade in Q4 20131

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Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider andAbout Toshibamarketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems.

Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digitalproducts, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices,including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructuresystems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systemsand escalators & elevators; and home appliances.

Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 590consolidated companies, with 206,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing5.8 trillion yen (US$61 billion). Visit Toshiba's web site at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm

Toshiba Europe GmbH, headquartered in Neuss, Germany, is a fully owned subsidiary ofToshiba Corporation, Tokyo.

About Toshiba

Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic andelectrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses:digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, includingsemiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including powergeneration systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and homeappliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 590 consolidatedcompanies, with 206,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 5.8 trillion yen (US$61 billion). VisitToshiba's web site at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm Toshiba Europe GmbH, headquartered in Neuss, Germany, isa fully owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Tokyo.