Acer NeWeb Announces Bluetooth Enabled Solutions.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2000 Acer to Deliver Bluetooth(TM) Equipped Products Incorporating Bluetooth Wireless Technology From Ericsson Microelectronics and WIDCOMM Acer NeWeb Corporation, the Acer Group's advanced wireless communication division, announced today plans to ship Bluetooth enabled modules for PCs and peripherals incorporating Bluetooth wireless technology from Ericsson Microelectronics and WIDCOMM Inc. Acer NeWeb will offer a new line of Bluetooth solutions -- including a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). module, USB adapter Refers to some type of network or communications controller that plugs into the computer via the USB port. It may refer to an Ethernet adapter, Bluetooth adapter or serial or parallel port adapter. and embedded Inserted into. See embedded system. module for notebook computers -- that leverage wireless communication technology to allow these and other electronic devices to talk to each other, the Internet and other networks. These innovative new wireless products will incorporate Bluetooth protocol software and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and reference designs from WIDCOMM, and a short-range voice-and-data Bluetooth module from Ericsson Microelectronics. "We are committed to enhancing the speed and ease of communications worldwide," said Beck Chuang, VP of Acer NeWeb. "In partnership with Ericsson and WIDCOMM, we envision Bluetooth as the technology enabling us to make it happen. This strategic alliance is an important first step in the process." "Acer's world-class manufacturing capability and their relationship with the distribution channel will make these Bluetooth solutions successful in the market," said Hiep Pham, WIDCOMM president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "The delivery of Acer's Bluetooth products and its wide range of applications reinforces our strong belief in the reality of the Bluetooth market. These products will help seed the market to enable wireless networking See wireless network. ." "As consumers move into the era of true wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. , Bluetooth solutions will form the critical link between an electronic device and the rest of the world," said Johan Tingsborg, vice president of Ericsson Microelectronics. "This alliance between Acer NeWeb, WIDCOMM and Ericsson Microelectronics represents a significant step forward in wireless information and communication technology." Acer NeWeb will manufacture and ship WIDCOMM's BlueConnect(TM) Bluetooth module for the Handspring Visor An electronic PDA originally from Handspring, Mountain View, CA (www.handspring.com) that was introduced in 1999 by the people who invented and marketed the PalmPilot. Based on the Palm OS, it was the first handheld to use the USB interface. . The BlueConnect module will be available Q1 2001 with a targeted manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) ) of $100. Following the BlueConnect module, Acer NeWeb will manufacture a Bluetooth USB adapter based on WIDCOMM's BlueShare reference design and Ericsson Microelectronics' Bluetooth technology. The USB adapter will also be available Q1 2001 with a targeted MSRP of $100. In parallel to this development, Acer will manufacture the TravelMate 350, a notebook computer with Bluetooth wireless technology integrated inside of the computer. These Acer Bluetooth products will allow consumers to leverage wireless communications in a wide range of everyday tasks, including hot-synching their PDAs to their computers, enjoying no-plug access to the local area network, and accessing e-mail and the Internet while on the move. About Bluetooth(TM) Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows mobile phones, PDAs, PCs and other electronic devices to talk to each other. Developed to promote the use of wireless communications worldwide, it is a specification for small form factor, low-cost, short-range radio links between a variety of portable and mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings devices. The Bluetooth Special Interest Group The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) is the body that oversees the development of Bluetooth standards and the licensing of the Bluetooth technologies and trademarks to manufacturers. (SIG) consists of over 2,000 telecommunications and computing companies. Research company Cahners In-Stat estimates that there will be over 1.3 billion Bluetooth devices by the Year 2005. For more information, visit the Bluetooth Special Interest Group Web site at www.bluetooth.com. About Acer NeWeb Acer NeWeb is the advanced wireless communications division of the Acer Group, the third largest PC manufacturer in the world. Its mission is to create innovative communication solutions for video, voice and data, including both hardware and software solutions. Acer NeWeb's current product lines include wireless networking products, satellite equipment, PCS handsets and communication software. With its world-class expertise in radio frequency and antenna technology and through its strategic partnerships, Acer NeWeb is forging its way to the forefront of the communications industry communications industry, broadly defined, the business of conveying information. Although communication by means of symbols and gestures dates to the beginning of human history, the term generally refers to mass communications. . Acer NeWeb's global headquarters are in Hsinchu, Taiwan with U.S. headquarters in San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif. For more information on Acer NeWeb and its products, please visit www.acerneweb.com. About Ericsson Microelectronics Ericsson Microelectronics is a supplier of world-class microelectronic components for wireless applications, broadband communications, fixed access and communications via fiberoptics as well as solutions for distributed power architectures. With its global design, development, manufacturing and sales network Ericsson Microelectronics is a leading supplier of technology solutions to meet the customer demand for increased speed, bandwidth and mobility. Please visit us at http://www.ericsson.com/microelectronics. About Ericsson Ericsson is the leading communications supplier, combining innovation in mobility and Internet in creating the new era of mobile Internet Refers to gaining access to the Internet using a lightweight, handheld device. See Mobile IP, PDA, smartphone and mobile TV. . Ericsson provides total solutions covering everything from systems and applications to mobile phones and other communications tools. With more than 100,000 employees in 140 countries, Ericsson simplifies communications for customers all over the world. About WIDCOMM WIDCOMM, Inc. ("Wireless Internet and Data/Voice Communications") creates software and designs products for wireless communications. Founded in June 1998, the privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. focuses on Bluetooth networking. WIDCOMM's goal is to innovate affordable short-range radio technologies to connect users of handheld computers, phones, PCs and other network devices to one another and to the Internet. For more information, visit WIDCOMM's Web site at www.widcomm.com. Note to Editors: BLUETOOTH is a trademark owned by Telefonaktiebolaget L M Ericsson, Sweden. |
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