Casio Incorporates Extended Systems' Wireless Connectivity and Synchronization Technologies in Wearable PIM Data Viewer Watches and Cameras.Business Editors/Technology Writers NOTE TO MEDIA: Photo is available in a Smart News Release(TM) on Business Wire's Home Page at www.businesswire.com BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 8, 2000 Extended Systems (Nasdaq:XTND XTND Extend XTND XML Transition Network Definition ), a leading provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions, announced today that Casio Inc., one of the world's leading consumer electronics companies, is using Extended Systems' infrared wireless communication and data synchronization Keeping data in two or more computers up-to-date so that each repository contains the identical information. Data in handheld devices and laptops often require synchronization with the data in a desktop machine or server. technologies in a new line of innovative "wrist data devices." Under an 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 agreement, Extended Systems is supplying Casio Computer Company Ltd. Japan, a subsidiary of Casio, Inc., with an infrared technology that allows the new PC-UNITE Wrist-type Wearable PIM (1) (Protocol Independent Multicast) A multicast routing protocol endorsed by the IETF. Used in conjunction with an existing unicast routing protocol, it comes in two flavors: Dense Mode (PIM-DM) is used when recipients in the target group are in a concentrated Data Viewer to wirelessly communicate with laptop or handheld computers and other PC-UNITE watches. In addition, Extended Systems is providing PC-based data synchronization software that will allow PC-UNITE users to synchronize PIM data on their PC (e-mail, calendar, contacts and notes) with their PC-UNITE watch. For PC users that do not have an infrared port A transmitter/receiver for infrared signals. See IrDA and IR remote control. built into their PC, Extended Systems also supplies XTNDAccess infrared adapters to Casio that allow communication with the PC-UNITE watch. The entire solution is bundled with the wearable watch and sold as accessories to Casio wearable camera products. Since June, Casio has sold tens of thousands of PC-UNITE Wearable PIM Data Viewers bundled with Extended Systems' technologies. "This is the type of product that appeals to today's tech-oriented consumer," said Extended Systems Universal Mobile Connectivity Business Unit Manager Don Baumgartner. "It's a small, feature-packed device with very impressive capabilities." About Casio's PC-UNITE Wireless Connectivity, Synchronization Capabilities Casio's PC-UNITE Wrist-type Wearable PIM Data Viewers can store and display contacts, calendar, and PIM (Personal Information Management) data downloaded from a computer using infrared. These new models mark the latest additions to the growing lineup of new "wrist data devices." In addition to being able to exchange PIM data with a PC, the new PC-UNITE models also can link with Microsoft Outlook For the e-mail and news client bundled with certain versions of Microsoft Windows, see . Microsoft Outlook or Outlook (full name Microsoft Office Outlook and exchange data with mobile devices such as CASSIOPEIA and Palm OS handheld computers. PC-UNITE comes with a collection of powerful PIM functions, including Schedule, Contact, and a To Do list. A data synchronization feature, incorporating Extended Systems' XTNDConnect PC data synchronization software, compares the data stored in the watch and the data stored on other devices with the bundled PIM application and updates both with the newest version. This means users can input data on their computers and download it "Download It" is Clea's debut single. It was released in the UK on September 22, 2003 and missed the top 20 charting at #21. The single had average promotion, being performed in shows like Top of the Pops. to PC-UNITE, recall and edit the data on PC-UNITE when away from the desk, and update records when they return, all with the a few simple commands. The powerful PIM functions and infrared capabilities of PC-UNITE come in a compact wristwatch configuration. Low-power operation provides approximately 18 months of operation between battery replacements. PC-UNITE is also water-resistant. For more information, or to order direct from Casio, visit Casio's web site at http://www.casio.com. About Extended Systems Extended Systems is a leading provider of mobile information management solutions that enable users to access, collect, synchronize, and print information on demand. The company's products include data synchronization and management software, short-range wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth and IrDA-compliant), Linux-based Internet access See how to access the Internet. solutions, a complete line of network print servers and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Extended Systems' customers and key relationships include 3Com, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) , Intel, Microsoft, Compaq, Motorola, Ericsson, Hewlett-Packard, Agilent, Sharp, NEC (NEC Corporation, Tokyo, www.nec.com, www.necus.com) An electronics conglomerate known in the U.S. for its monitors. In Japan, it had the lion's share of the PC market until the late 1990s (see PC 98). NEC was founded in Tokyo in 1899 as Nippon Electric Company, Ltd. , and Toshiba. Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United States and worldwide. For more information, visit the company Web site at www.extendedsystems.com. Certain matters set forth in this press release, such as the success of Extended Systems' relationship with Casio, the success and market acceptance of Casio's PC-UNITE products bundled with Extended Systems' XTNDAccess XTNDAccess infrared adaptors and XTNDConnect PC data synchronization software, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These include the impact of competitive products and pricing, alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products, upgrades to existing products and other risks as detailed from time-to-time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its 1999 Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. to be filed by the company in fiscal 2000. Casio, PC-UNITE and CASSIOPEIA and Palm Computing are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Other product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Note: A Photo is available at URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. : http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.090800/bb2 |
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