CHICAGO, March 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic
announces five new microwave oven models for its 2012 line, all of
which are currently on display at The International Home +
Housewares Show, which starts today and runs through March 13 at the McCormick Place in Chicago. Show attendees can visit the
Panasonic booth #12526 Lakeside to see the company's complete line
of home appliances, including the new additions to the Genius
Prestige product line, the NN-SE982S (2.2 cubic feet) and NN-SE782S
(1.6 cubic feet) microwaves – both of which feature a new
Electrostatic Touch Dial with blue LED backlight, for effortless
operation. Also on display, the NN-SD962S (2.2 cubic feet)
and the NN-SD762S (1.6 cubic feet) microwaves are luxurious Genius
models featuring a stainless steel front and can be built-in or
placed on the countertop. Finally, The NN-SD372S is an
affordable and compact 0.8 cubic feet model now with inverter
technology and a stylish stainless steel design.
The NN-SE982S and NN-SE782S are Panasonic's first microwave
ovens to feature an innovative Electrostatic Touch Dial with blue
LED backlight, which allows users to drag their finger on the
circular sensor pad to select menu choices. The modern design
also includes a blue LED display adding to its stylish look.
In addition to the blue dial control, there are one-touch and
quick-access buttons for popcorn, Sensor Cook, Sensor Reheat and
Turbo Defrost. Both of these Genius Prestige models have the
option for built-in or countertop placement.
"Panasonic is committed to making life easier and more enjoyable
and with our new 2012 microwave models, cooking can be done
quickly, while also adding some style to the kitchen with the
introduction of the new Electrostatic Touch Dial models," said
Julie Baumann, National Marketing
Manager, Home Appliances, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of
North America. "In 2012, all of
Panasonic's microwaves will feature Inverter technology, which
continues to differentiate us in the market, as this allows for
food to be cooked evenly, while maintaining nutrient content, with
the same time convenience for which microwaves are known."
Panasonic's entire 2012 line of microwaves include the company's
proprietary Inverter Technology™, which provides constant energy
flow that variably adjusts the power intensity so food is cooked
evenly. Other microwaves use 100% power all the time, but
repeatedly turn the energy on and off in lower power settings.
Instead, Panasonic's consistent and precise heat provides more
control while cooking, reheating and defrosting. Furthermore, with
the ability to cook in Panasonic microwaves, more than 50 recipes
have been created by Certified Master Chefs at The Culinary
Institute of America. Recipes range from herb stuffed turkey
breast to a Grand-Marnier chocolate fondue – all of which can be
cooked in any Panasonic microwave, thanks to Inverter
technology.
The NN-SE982S, NN-SE782S, NN-SD962S and NN-SD762S microwaves
also feature:
- One-Touch Sensor Cook, which
adjusts power levels and calculates cooking times automatically,
making reheating and cooking a variety of foods even easier.
- Inverter Turbo Defrost™ allows users to defrost foods extremely
fast by using a sequencing system that incorporates the Inverter
low-power delivery feature.
The new microwave models, all available in Spring 2012, will
have the following suggested retail prices: $299.95 for the NN-SE982S, $279.95 for the NN-SE782S, $249.95 for the NN-SD962S, $229.95 for the NN-SD762S and $139.95 for the NN-SD372. For more
information on Panasonic microwaves, visit
www.panasonic.com/inverter.
About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J.,
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America, the
principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:
PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and
R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in
the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of innovative
consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD 3D Televisions, Blu-ray
players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless
Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and
more.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the
earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the
company's Eco Ideas programs. Panasonic was the only Consumer
Electronics company to be listed in the top ten brands on the
Interbrand Best Global Green Brands 2011 ranking. Follow Panasonic
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SOURCE Panasonic