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Samsung Unveils GeNext UMPC
Techtree News Staff, May 08, 2007 1519 hrs ISTSamsung has announced its next-generation Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC), the "Q1 Ultra," offering the power of a desktop/notebook PC, anytime and anywhere...
In response to the growing demand for companion PCs, Samsung has announced its next-generation Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC), the "Q1 Ultra," offering the power of a desktop or notebook PC - anytime and anywhere.
The "Q1 Ultra" features an integrated split-Qwerty keypad, mouse, and user-defined function keys. Weighing in at just 1.5 pounds, it comes with an increased battery life of 4.5 hours. The new UMPC is designed for greater productivity, portability, and ease-of-use in a range of scenarios, the company said.
Christopher Franey, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Samsung Electronics America, said, "In creating the 'Q1 Ultra' UMPC, Samsung has relied on consumer insights, coupled with key technological advances to deliver a higher-performance solution packaged in an even more portable form factor that will appeal to a broader range of personal and professional users."
The "Q1 Ultra" features the new Intel Ultra Mobile Processor running at clock speeds of 600 to 800 MHz, along with 1 GB of high speed DDR2 system memory.
"Q1 Ultra" includes a 7-inch wide WSVGA LCD touch screen with 1024 x 600 resolution, a 300 pixel Web cam, along with a high-performance dual-array microphone, and a high-resolution 1.3 mega pixel camera supporting video recording and still pictures.
Connectivity options include: integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, etc. The "Q1 Ultra" is compatible with Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows XP Tablet Edition operating systems.
The UMPC integrates the AVS Now Instant-On feature for users to enjoy a host of multimedia applications, including videos, movies, music, etc, without booting up into Windows.
For system and data security, the UMPC comes with an integrated fingerprint reader.
Some value add-ons offered by the company include: a docking station which supports 3 USB 2.0 ports, additional standard or extended battery charger slot, audio out port, microphone in port and stylus holder, USA and Canada GPS navigation receiver and maps, and so on.
The "Q1 Ultra" is available in a variety of configurations, starting at an approximate price of $799.00 (Rs 32,559). The UMPC can be purchased through a variety of retail and e-tail outlets, and also through Samsung distributors, Ingram Micro.
The "Q1 Ultra" features an integrated split-Qwerty keypad, mouse, and user-defined function keys. Weighing in at just 1.5 pounds, it comes with an increased battery life of 4.5 hours. The new UMPC is designed for greater productivity, portability, and ease-of-use in a range of scenarios, the company said.
Christopher Franey, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Samsung Electronics America, said, "In creating the 'Q1 Ultra' UMPC, Samsung has relied on consumer insights, coupled with key technological advances to deliver a higher-performance solution packaged in an even more portable form factor that will appeal to a broader range of personal and professional users."
The "Q1 Ultra" features the new Intel Ultra Mobile Processor running at clock speeds of 600 to 800 MHz, along with 1 GB of high speed DDR2 system memory.
"Q1 Ultra" includes a 7-inch wide WSVGA LCD touch screen with 1024 x 600 resolution, a 300 pixel Web cam, along with a high-performance dual-array microphone, and a high-resolution 1.3 mega pixel camera supporting video recording and still pictures.
Connectivity options include: integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, etc. The "Q1 Ultra" is compatible with Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows XP Tablet Edition operating systems.
The UMPC integrates the AVS Now Instant-On feature for users to enjoy a host of multimedia applications, including videos, movies, music, etc, without booting up into Windows.
For system and data security, the UMPC comes with an integrated fingerprint reader.
Some value add-ons offered by the company include: a docking station which supports 3 USB 2.0 ports, additional standard or extended battery charger slot, audio out port, microphone in port and stylus holder, USA and Canada GPS navigation receiver and maps, and so on.
The "Q1 Ultra" is available in a variety of configurations, starting at an approximate price of $799.00 (Rs 32,559). The UMPC can be purchased through a variety of retail and e-tail outlets, and also through Samsung distributors, Ingram Micro.
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