Intel Innovative PC Awards Expand to Include Mobile, Business Designs; Compaq, Dell, Fujitsu-Siemens, Samsung, Sony and SOTEC Receive Design Awards.High Tech Writers 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.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 27, 2001 INTEL DEVELOPER FORUM Intel Developer Forum (IDF), is a twice yearly gathering of technologists to discuss Intel products and products based around Intel products. The first IDF was in 1997. There is usually a Spring IDF and a Fall IDF. -- Intel Corporation (company) Intel Corporation - A US microelectronics manufacturer. They produced the Intel 4004, Intel 8080, Intel 8086, Intel 80186, Intel 80286, Intel 80386, Intel 486 and Pentium microprocessor families as well as many other integrated circuits and personal computer networking today announced the expansion of the Intel Innovative PC Awards to include mobile and business desktop designs that raise the bar in performance, personality and simplicity. At a ceremony held at Spring Intel Developer Forum (IDF (Intermediate Distribution Frame) A wiring rack located between the MDF (main distribution frame) and the intended end user devices (telephones, routers, PCs, etc.). Cables run from the outside world to the MDF and then to the IDFs. See MDF and wiring rack. ), Vice President and General Manager Louis Burns, Intel Desktop Platforms Group, presented Innovative PC Awards for the Compaq iPAQ*, Compaq Presario Presario is a series of desktop computers and notebooks from Compaq. The Presario family of computers was launched for the consumer marketplace in September 1993. Although HP has since acquired Compaq, the Presario name was not discontinued due to its marketability. * 800, Dell Latitude Dell's Latitude laptop brand is specifically targeted at the business market which means that standardized parts are used throughout the line and are available for several years for support purposes, as opposed to the Dell Inspiron which is aimed at the consumer market and whose * C800, Fujitsu-Siemens Jetson*, Samsung SENS 760*, Sony Digital Studio* PCV-RX380DS and SOTEC SOTEC Scum of the Earth Church (website) AFiNA AV*. "The mobile, business and consumer desktop PCs recognized today are feature-packed designs that support Intel's vision of the extended PC," said Burns. "Intel has expanded the awards to spotlight powerful mobile, business and consumer desktop PCs that improve performance without sacrificing simplicity." As part of Intel's PC ease of use initiative, the first innovative awards were given at Fall 1999 IDF to recognize PC designs that measurably improve set-up, use, expansion and maintenance. The awards have expanded to include mobile and business designs, and highlight the most advanced computing innovations and features available today. Compaq iPAQ The iPAQ comes legacy-free but contains a port adaptor to address older component needs. Six Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (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. ) ports provide plug-and-play expansion and don't require getting under the desk to add peripherals. Easy one-tool access ensures security while at the same time providing quick and pain-free access to internal components. This easy experience is enhanced by an Intel Pentium(R) III processor running at 850 MHz (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. and backed by 128 MB of RAM. Instantly Available power management ensures the PC is always available and always ready while consuming very low power. Compaq Presario 800 The Compaq Presario 800 offers stylish color, a lightweight design and has one-touch features for a unique experience in mobility. Designed for convenience and ease of use, it has easy one-touch Internet and e-mail access and features a four-way scroll button for easy use of applications. The rewriteable compact disk (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. ) drive provides an easy way to transfer files, create music CDs and experience fun entertainment. There is a Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (body, hardware, standard) Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - (PCMCIA, or "PC Card") An international trade association and the standards they have developed for devicies, such as modems and external hard disk drives, that can be plugged into notebook (PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association, San Jose, CA, www.pcmcia.org) An international standards body and trade association that was founded in 1989 to establish a standard for connecting peripherals to portable computers. PCMCIA created the PC Card. See PC Card. ) card slot and two USB ports to allow quick and easy expansion. Sleek style, innovative technology and easy one-touch applications make this system an Innovative PC notebook. Dell Latitude C800 Defying the trend of "less is more," Dell's Latitude C800 comes packed with enough features to be the envy of the desktop. Users can watch 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. movies through its large video screen, making them forget it is a notebook. An S-video output port allows users to extend the DVD experience or a presentation to a TV screen. This versatile notebook still takes computing seriously with its Pentium III processor at 850 MHz and 128 MB of RAM. An integrated wireless antenna makes the Dell Latitude ready for a wireless solution. Fujitsu-Siemens Jetson The Fujitsu-Siemens Jetson's attractive silver industrial design is not only sleek, but also functional. Front panel ports provide the user with a quick and easy way to connect peripherals. A quiet fan delivers a computing experience without distraction. Although compact, the Jetson does not sacrifice performance with its Intel Pentium III processor at 933 MHz, and 128 MB of RAM. Sony Digital Studio PVC-RX380DS The blue power light on the Sony Digital Studio is the first sign that this system doesn't lack personality. It also doesn't lack power with its high-performance Pentium(R) 4 processor at 1.5 GHz. The attractive lavender trim and covered drives present a smooth, uncluttered front view. The combination hardware and software package packs a video, photo and audio production studio into a small box. Other features include 128 MB RAM, four USB ports and two Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Not to be confused with the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE). The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers or IEEE (pronounced as eye-triple-e (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 connectors that provide plenty of flexibility for adding external peripherals. The keyboard boasts five user-definable keys, allowing users to tailor to their needs. Samsung SENS 760 The Samsung SENS 760 is a laptop with style, class and incredible features. It combines true business features with a consumer flair to create the ultimate in mobility. It's thin, light and makes for easy transport to and from the home and office. The docking station ensures access to peripherals when users need them, and they can be left at home when they don't. Business applications are fun and powerful with the Samsung SENS. With three USB ports and the Intel Pentium III Processor 500 MHz, it provides the technology necessary to be effective in the ever-changing business world. SOTEC AFiNA AV The SOTEC AFiNA AV's metallic silver and blue case immediately captures attention. This trendy little PC appeals to the entertainment aficionado A Spanish word that means fan, devotee, enthusiast, etc. There are loyal aficionados of every subject in the computer field. . An audio optical port makes this PC ready for connecting to a home stereo system. The AFiNA AV's innovative combination of PC functionality and consumer electronics components make it truly a PC designed for the living room. This playful PC packs a punch with its Intel Pentium III processor at 866 MHz and 128 MB of RAM. A remote control is included to control the DVD and video features of the PC. About the Intel Innovative PC Recognition Awards The Innovative PC Awards were first given at Fall 1999 IDF and have grown to receive worldwide recognition. As part of the Intel ease of use initiative, Intel works with the PC industry to make mobile, business and consumer PCs easier for people to use. The Innovative PC Awards are a way to highlight superior PC designs that measurably advance PC setup, use, expansion and maintenance. For more information about the Intel Innovative PC Recognition program, visit http://developer.intel.com/technology/easeofuse/innpc/index.htm. About IDF The Intel Developer Forum is Intel's premier technical conference, featuring more than 250 sessions and hands-on labs, along with numerous demonstrations of cutting-edge products and technologies. Now in its fifth year, the semi-annual conference provides hardware original equipment manufacturers, and independent hardware and software vendors with in-depth information on Intel technologies and initiatives. Visit http://developer.intel.com/idf for more information, including on IDFs held outside the United States. Subscribe to the Intel Developer Update Magazine at http://developer.intel.com/update for updated information throughout the year. Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom. *Third party marks and brands are property of their respective holders. Editor's Note: High-resolution pictures of award winners are located at Intel's online press room at www.intel.com/pressroom/archive/releases/20010227cons.htm. |
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