Toshiba has shown significant sales growth in the UAE and Saudi Arabia during the first quarter of this year, recording an increase of 159 per cent to 6,788 units and 96 per cent to 6,251 units, respectively, compared to the same period a year ago, according to independent market specialist International Data Corporation (IDC).

Toshiba, meanwhile, has launched two new models in the popular Satellite series, targeting the retail market for Notebook computers in the region. They are targeted at further accelerating Toshiba's market leadership.

Released simultaneously, Toshiba's new Satellite A50 and Satellite A60 notebooks feature the latest Intel technology, and are designed to appeal to a vast spectrum of users who seek mobile connectivity, extra functionality and superior performance.

Matthias Blank, acting regional manager of Toshiba's Middle East Computer Systems Division, said the two new Satellite series were a timely response to increasing market demands for advanced functionality.

"Toshiba continues to deliver sturdy, sleek and powerful business tools that allow computer users to make a seamless transition to a more mobile and productive work environment. The new Satellite A50 and A60 are both designed to address a variety of users and can be used just as easily for mobile work, homework, Internet access or e-mail, while also supporting versatile PC entertainment options such as making home DVDs and online gaming," explained Blank.

Both new models in the Satellite series feature the latest Intel Pentium M or Celeron M processors, offer up to 60GB hard disk drives and up to 512MB of RAM, and feature an impressive 15" XGA TFT display screen – ideal desktop replacements that are fast and powerful enough to run complex office applications and gaming features, simultaneously.

Satellite A50 and A60 series signal the increasing popularity of a new international trend, with its choice of DVD-ROM/CD-RW combo drive, DVD-R/RW or DVD Super-Multi drive options, making it a comprehensive digital entertainment centre.