(It sounds nice... but $1500 for a pocket device? - SKS)
Vision of Anytime/Anywhere Productivity Realized With Numerous Industry Accolades
SAN FRANCISCO, March 27 /PRNewswire/ -- OQO Inc., creator of the world's smallest fully-functional Windows Vista(TM) PC, is now shipping the new model 02 computer. The model 02 is available at http://www.oqo.com/store as well as through select enterprise and retail channels with the option of embedded Verizon Wireless or Sprint high speed mobile broadband. In recognition of the technical innovation and breakthrough design of the model 02, OQO has been awarded Microsoft's prestigious 2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award. The highly-acclaimed model 02 has received additional industry awards and accolades from publications including BusinessWeek, Business 2.0, Laptop Magazine, PC Magazine, Popular Science, and Wired.
"With all the design improvements, performance enhancements and new features packed into the model 02 computer, we've built a substantial pre-order backlog exceeding even our best forecasts," said Jory Bell, OQO CEO. "It is thus a pleasure to announce that the model 02 is now shipping in volume. Our manufacturing facility is working full tilt to deliver existing orders and keep up with the burgeoning demand for this hot new wireless handheld Windows PC."
The model 02 is the ultimate device for Anytime/Anywhere Productivity. In an ultra-small and pocketable form factor, the new model 02 features full laptop performance with a 1.5GHz CPU, a 60 gigabyte shock-mounted hard drive with active drop detection, and HDMI/DVI and VGA video capability supporting dual 1920 x 1200 displays. Connectivity is class-leading with a choice of Verizon Wireless or Sprint mobile broadband service with integrated EV-DO capability, 802.11a/b/g WiFi, and Bluetooth 2.0 with EDR and A2DP support. Usability is improved with a vivid 5" LCD display six times brighter than previous models, an ergonomic backlit keyboard with SmartLock(TM) modifier keys, and capacitive vertical and horizontal TouchScrollers(TM) for easy input and navigation, as well as an optional elegant docking station with an adjustable cradle arm and available dual layer DVD+/-RW/ RAM optical drive. DisplaySense(TM) technology automatically remembers multiple docked locations and seamlessly configures display layout and settings. The model 02 enables high speed access to the internet, email, and networked applications no matter where your computing needs take you.
The highly acclaimed model 02 has already received numerous awards and accolades including the coveted 2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award. "OQO's commitment to excellence and breakthrough design of Windows Vista powered PCs is impressive," said Scott Di Valerio, Corporate Vice President, OEM division at Microsoft. "We're pleased that partners like OQO are raising the bar for next generation PC design."
BusinessWeek, Laptop Magazine, and PC Magazine all give the model 02 four stars. Additional recognition includes:
* Wired Magazine - CES: Winners and Losers: Best Mobile Computer award
* Laptop Magazine - 2007 Best of CES: Best Notebook award
* Popular Science - Best of CES 2007 award
* Business 2.0 - Editor's Choice award
The OQO model 02 provides a highly productive mobile computing experience for professional users, as it enables the wide array of Windows-based industry standard and custom applications without the weight and size constraints of a conventional laptop. In addition to improving professional productivity, the model 02 is also an ideal personal entertainment and internet connectivity device.
To further enhance the experience of early model 02 customers, OQO has partnered with the following leading content and software providers to offer valuable promotions that showcase the digital lifestyle made possible with a full PC in a pocketable, highly mobile form factor:
* Sling Media
* Movielink
* PopCap Games
* Motricity eReader
* Microsoft
"Sling Media is excited to be working with OQO to deliver customers their favorite television programming on the model 02," said Jason Krikorian, co-founder and executive vice president of business development for Sling Media, Inc. "The Slingbox, combined with the model 02's ubiquitous wireless network connection, creates a truly portable, highly personal TV experience."
Note that these are limited-time offers with terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
Pricing and Availability
The OQO model 02 is shipping today, March 27, 2007, with a base price starting at $1499 and can be purchased from the OQO online store at http://www.oqo.com/store, by calling OQO sales at 877.676.6688, or at select retail outlets. For enterprise purchases, please visit http://www.oqo.com/about/oqo_corporate_sales.html or email sales@oqo.com .
About OQO
Based in San Francisco, California, OQO, Inc. is leading the PC industry into ultra mobile computing. OQO created the UMPC category with its groundbreaking model 01/01+ series released in 2004. Today, OQO's vision continues to drive PC innovation with the release of the OQO model 02. The model 02 is a full-powered, full-featured Windows XP/Windows Vista computer with embedded EV-DO wireless broadband capability from Verizon Wireless or Sprint with class-leading ergonomics in a pocketable, dockable package that gives mobile professionals true Anytime/Anywhere Productivity.
NOTE: OQO, TouchScrollers, DisplaySense, SmartLock, and Anytime/Anywhere Productivity are trademarks of OQO, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Source: OQO Inc.
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matt.phillips@bitepr.com, both for OQO Inc.
Web site: http://www.oqo.com/
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