AMS Tech ships first notebooks with MMX technology in TravelPro 2010 and 188 models; company also adds to leadership position with shipment of first 13.3-inch display.

IRWINDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 28, 1997--Once again demonstrating its technology leadership in mobile computing, AMS Tech on Tuesday announced the industry's first available notebook computers, featuring Intel's fastest mobile MMX(tm) mobile processor, 166MHz, Pentium(r) processors, the TravelPro 2010 and TravelPro 188.

The TravelPro 2010 also is the first notebook with MMX technology shipping with a 13.3-inch display.

The new AMS Tech products were designed to satisfy the most demanding user, the mobile professional requiring the highest performance available in a notebook computer. With the new Intel MMX technology, applications such as CAD/CAM, hardware and software development, advanced multimedia presentations and standard business applications are dramatically enhanced.

"The TravelPro 2010 and 188 notebooks are examples of AMS Tech's continuing ability to lead the marketplace with breakthrough products for mobile professionals. This new technology provides our customers with the highest performing notebooks available today," said Steven Shroyer, vice president, sales and marketing for AMS Tech.

The new 166MHz Pentium processors with MMX technology feature architectural improvements and 32 KB of internal cache. The Intel Media benchmark tests indicate that the 166MHz Pentium processor with MMX technology boosts performance on standard business applications such as world processing, database access and spreadsheet and other math-intensive applications by 10-40 percent over 166MHz and 150MHz notebooks without MMX technology.

With applications optimized for MMX technology, even greater performance increases will be realized. In addition to the tremendous performance enhancement, AMS Tech customers will find that their investments will be protected since the new TravelPro notebooks will run next generation software optimized for MMX technology.

"Intel recognizes AMS Tech's cutting-edge position in mobile computing," said Stephen Nachtscheim, vice president and general manager, Intel Mobile and Handheld Products Group. "Intel's Pentium processors with MMX technology in the new TravelPro notebooks provide mobile users with a powerful and advanced media-rich experience."

TravelPro 2010 Offers Peak Performance

The TravelPro 2010 is ideally suited to professionals demanding the ultimate in system and multimedia performance. The system's Opti Viper N+ chipset and 32MB of high-speed EDO RAM combine to provide dramatic performance. A high-yield lithium ion battery and enhance power management controls offer continuous operation.

The industry's first available 13.3-inch screen allows TravelPro 2010 users to significantly enhance their presentations. XGA active matrix display and 2MB of high-speed VRAM for internal resolutions of 1024x768 and 65,000 colors are offered. An internal 10x CD-ROM drive, 16bit "Real Sound" Wave Table Synthesis, and built-in Video Capture move audio/video performance to a new level.

The TravelPro 2010 is Internet-ready and provides the ability to power communications with a built-in 33.6 fax/modem, SIR fast wireless infrared port and high-speed serial and parallel ports. It also offers outstanding expansion capability with up to 80MB of RAM, removable hard drive for virtually unlimited storage, PC Card Type III with Zoom Video support and support for dual lithium ion battery operation.

TravelPro 188 Offers Best Value In High-Performance Portable Computing

Also offering the power of Intel's 166MHz Pentium processor with MMX technology and Plug & Play PCI architecture, the TravelPro 188 provides a choice of 12.1 inch large presentation displays, available in both SVGA dual scan and SVGA active matrix color.

System performance is enhanced by Intel's 430MX chipset, fast EDO RAM, internal 6x CD-ROM and 128bit NeoMagic video acceleration. Ease-of-use is characterized by a programmable touchpad, SIR wireless infrared port, built-in 16bit 3D stereo sound system, and PC CardType III expansion with 32bit card bus support.

System RAM is upgradable through 64MB and internal 33.6 fax/modem options. Continuous travel operation is provided by a high-yield lithium ion battery and enhance power management controls.

Pricing and Availability

Both systems are currently shipping and will be sold through traditional AMS Tech channels, including dealers, distributors and VARs. Estimated unit price for the TravelPro 2010 is $5,695. Estimated unit price for the TravelPro 188 is $3,395 (DSTN) and $3,895 (TFT). Both products offer AMS Tech's three-year parts and labor warranty.

AMS Tech, based in Irwindale, has been rated one of the fastest growing firms among distributors and Fortune 1000s. Its success has resulted in part from its exclusive focus on mobile computing and dedication to customers and channel partners. The company, in supporting its theme, "Putting The Future In Your Hands," has a history of firsts in portable technology in the categories of color displays, built-in sound, PCMCIA expansion, modems, CD-ROMs and is the first company to ship Intel's Pentium processor with MMX technology as a new addition to the award-winning TravelPro series. For more information about AMS Tech products, contact www.amstech.com or call 800/886-2671. -0-

NOTE TO EDITORS: Photos are available through contacts listed below. TravelPro is a trademark of AMS Tech Inc. Pentium is a registered trademark and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corp.

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