Fujitsu Unveils World's Smallest, Full-Featured Notebook Starting at $1,499.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 22, 2001 LifeBook(R) P Series' Unique Blend of Computing Power, Compact Size, Extended Battery Life and Entertainment Options for Widespread Appeal Fujitsu PC Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :6702), today announced the release of its newest addition to the LifeBook family -- the LifeBook(R) P Series. Ideal for work and play, the LifeBook P Series is the world's smallest and lightest two-spindle notebook. Weighing less than 3.5 pounds, the notebook can house either a modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive A Combo drive is a type of optical drive that combines CD-R/CD-RW recording capability with the ability to read (but not write) DVD media. The term was popularized by Apple Computer as a name for the low-end substitute for their high-end SuperDrive, which was designed to both read or a second battery for up to 14.5 hours(1) of battery life. With its ultra-compact form factor, high-performance processing power and entertainment functionality, the LifeBook P Series creates a mobile solution perfect for business professionals, commuters, students and technology enthusiasts. The integration of the modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive enhances the LifeBook P Series' ability to function as a full-fledged multimedia solution. Users can burn CDs and watch DVDs virtually anywhere due to its compact form factor measuring 10.6 inches wide by 7 inches deep by 1.59 inches high. With its modular bay and standard battery installed, the notebook weighs approximately 3.4 pounds. End-users can further reduce their burden by utilizing the notebook's weight-saver, bringing the weight down to 2.8 pounds. A second battery can be inserted into the bay to offer a full workday of battery powered computing productivity. "The LifeBook P Series is one of the most highly anticipated mobile computing solutions developed by Fujitsu and represents one of several `firsts' for the company and industry," said Sara Nelson, vice president of marketing for Fujitsu PC Corporation. "We recognized the acceptance of its predecessor notebook in the Japanese and Asia/Pacific markets and are confident the LifeBook P Series will succeed here in the U.S.," said Nelson. The Japanese version of the LifeBook P Series received several industry awards and accolades including being named the Best of Show winner by CNET/PC EXPO during PC EXPO 2001. The LifeBook P Series is also the first notebook offered by Fujitsu in the U.S. to feature the Crusoe(TM) processor from Transmeta Corporation (Nasdaq:TMTA TMTA Transmeta (stock symbol) TMTA Texas Music Teachers Association TMTA Tennessee Mathematics Teachers Association TMTA Truro Morlaix Twinning Association (UK) ). The notebook houses Transmeta's 800MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. Crusoe TM5800 Series processor specifically designed to save energy while still providing full processing power in battery-mode. The notebook is powered by one main or high capacity main Lithium ion battery delivering up to 7 hours of battery life(1). Users requiring extended battery life can install an optional second bay battery for dual battery usage and increase the notebook's computing time up to 14.5 hours(1). The two-spindle design features a 20GB hard drive(2), 128MB SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) A type of dynamic RAM (DRAM) memory chip that has been widely used since the late 1990s. SDRAM chips eliminated wait states by dividing the chip into two cell blocks and interleaving data between them. (3), ATI (ATI Technologies Inc., Markham Ontario, http://ati.amd.com) A leading manufacturer of graphics chips and display adapters. Founded in 1985 by K. Y. Ho, Benny Lau and Lee Lau, ATI chips and boards are widely used by OEMs. (R) RAGE(TM) Mobility-M video controller with 4MB integrated video memory, and comes with an external USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. floppy drive standard. The LifeBook P Series includes a 10.6-inch Wide SXGA (Super XGA) A screen resolution of 1280x1024 pixels. SXGA is commonly used on standard monitors, but provides a 1.25:1 aspect ratio, compared to the more common 1.33:1 (4:3) ratio. SXGA+ has a 1400x1050 resolution, which is an exact 1.33:1 ratio. See PC display modes. TFT (Thin Film Transistor) The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle than does passive matrix. See LCD and thin film. TFT - Thin Film transistor display providing a 15:9 aspect ratio for letterbox The effect of displaying a wide screen movie on a standard TV set the way it was originally shot in full panoramic format. On the TV, the image frame spans the full width of the screen, but because of the difference in aspect ratios of the two formats (wide screen movie vs. look and 5:1 surround sound quality via the bundling of Dolby(R) Headphone See headphones. (TM) software, further enhancing the computer's entertainment value. Its unique blend of advanced entertainment features and prolonged battery life allows travelers to enjoy some of the longest DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. titles in one sitting. For those at work or at home, the LifeBook P Series can be connected to an external monitor using a mini VGA (Video Graphics Array) The display standard for the PC. All PC display adapters support VGA, and Windows machines boot up in "VGA mode" before switching to higher resolutions. cable which comes standard. "This latest notebook offering from Fujitsu, one of the leading mobile computing companies, expands our relationship that was initiated in Japan last year," said Jim Chapman, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, Transmeta Corporation. "Our Crusoe processor offers long battery life, reduced heat for fanless operation and high performance for ultra-lightweight form factors, such as the LifeBook P Series, and enhances the overall computing experience for end-users." The LifeBook P Series is available with either Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition or Windows 2000 Professional pre-installed to provide users with a choice of operating systems that best fits their individual computing requirements. Microsoft's XP Home Edition is scheduled to ship near the end of October. Connectivity for a notebook of this size is a priority. Therefore, the LifeBook P Series includes a built-in 56K(4) V.90 modem and an integrated 10/100 base-Tx Ethernet standard to allow communications in any type of environment. Another part of the notebook's standard configuration is an IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 1394 port for ultra-fast digital video and data transfer. Fujitsu's innovative mobile solution will ship in mid-November with an estimated street price starting at $1,499(5) and is sold through the company's retail and reseller channels(6) as well as at www.fujitsupc.com or 1-877-FPC-DIRECT. The LifeBook P Series is also available via Fujitsu's Configure To Order (CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. ) program. Service and Support Fujitsu's LifeBook P Series incorporates the Fujitsu Service Assistant, a Web-based diagnostic and resolution application. The Fujitsu Service Assistant provides support solutions to the most common problems that may be experienced with just a simple click of the mouse. The diagnostic program is designed to increase customer satisfaction by delivering faster, more effective service, thus avoiding user frustrations usually associated with slower, non-technology-based service programs. The LifeBook P Series is backed by a one-year International Limited Warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. for U.S. and Canadian customers. The warranty includes technical support, 24 hours a day, seven days a week(7). In addition, users can add Fujitsu Premium Care Service Plans, which include an on-site service plan or a screen protection plan. About Fujitsu PC Corporation Headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif., Fujitsu PC Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited, a leading provider of Internet-focused information technology solutions for the global marketplace. Fujitsu PC Corporation delivers high-performance mobile computing solutions for the North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. market, including a wide range of LifeBook notebooks and Stylistic(R) pen tablet PCs. Fujitsu PC Corporation emphasizes leading-edge technology, exceptional product quality, user comfort and productivity and outstanding customer service as primary competitive advantages. More information on Fujitsu PC Corporation's LifeBook notebooks and Stylistic pen tablet PCs is available at www.fujitsupc.com or 1-877-FPC-DIRECT. About Fujitsu Limited Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) is a leading provider of Internet-focused information technology solutions for the global marketplace. Its pace-setting technologies, best-in-class computing and telecommunications platforms, and worldwide corps of systems and services experts make it uniquely positioned to unleash the infinite possibilities of the Internet to help its customers succeed. More information is available at www.fujitsu.com. (1) Battery life estimates reflect the results of the Ziff Davis BatteryMark test (Ver. 4.0) as performed upon systems with maximum battery life settings enabled. Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness, applications used, features selected, power management settings, battery conditioning, and other customer preferences. CD, DVD, CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. , or hard drive usage may also have an impact on battery life. (2) Accessible capacity may be less due to formatting, applications, and backup utilities. For maximum user convenience and confidence, 1.5GB of the drive is partitioned and the original factory image is stored there. PowerQuest(R) Drive Image(TM) Special Edition, a system recovery utility, can be used to restore the computer to its original state at any time. (3) Crusoe's Code Morphing Software uses 16MB of the total system memory. (4) Actual speeds over U.S. telephone lines vary and are less than 56Kbps due to the current FCC (1) (Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC, www.fcc.gov) The U.S. government agency that regulates interstate and international communications including wire, cable, radio, TV and satellite. The FCC was created under the U.S. regulations and line conditions. (5) Pricing may change without notice. (6) Certain retailers will only offer select models. (7) Service and warranty repairs turnaround time (1) In batch processing, the time it takes to receive finished reports after submission of documents or files for processing. In an online environment, turnaround time is the same as response time. may vary by country and product. Support 24 hours a day, seven days a week applies to the U.S. and Canada only. Note to Editors: Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo and LifeBook are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited. Stylistic is a registered trademark of Fujitsu PC Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Transmeta and Crusoe are trademarks of Transmeta Corporation. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. The statements provided herein are for informational purposes only and may be amended or altered by Fujitsu PC Corporation without notice or liability. Fujitsu PC Corporation disclaims liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in this press release. |
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