New Toshiba PDA Integrates Wireless Connectivity.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 17, 2002 Mobile Leader Introduces the Toshiba Pocket PC e740 With Built-In Wi-Fi(TM) (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. 802.11b) Connectivity and Powerful New Intel(R) Processor Further building on a mission to be the global leader in mobile products and solutions, Toshiba's Computer Systems Group (CSG CSG - constructive solid geometry ) today ushers in a new era of wireless computing with the introduction of the Toshiba Pocket PC e740. Allowing instant data access, the new 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). features integrated Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b) wireless connectivity, making the e740 the ideal companion for Toshiba's full line of wireless-ready consumer and corporate notebook PCs. In addition to built-in wireless connectivity, e740 customers will enjoy the benefits of a bright 64K color display coupled with the powerful new Intel PXA250 processor with Intel XScale(TM) technology at 400MHz (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. . Expansion offerings include integrated CompactFlash(R) II and Secure Digital(TM) (SD) media slots and an optional Toshiba Expansion Pack and High Capacity battery. "The Pocket PC e740 represents Toshiba's commitment to aggressively engineer and develop wireless and mobile productivity tools that help users efficiently manage and organize their busy lives," said Oscar Koenders, vice president of worldwide product planning Product Planning is the ongoing process of identifying and articulating market requirements that define a product’s feature set. See also
"This new PDA offers portability, ease of use and wireless connectivity -- it's a core offering in our 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 strategy." Expansion Capabilities for Added Functionality The sleekly designed silver Toshiba Pocket PC e740 lets users do more with the built-in CompactFlash II and SD expansion slots, ready for additional memory storage and Bluetooth(TM) connectivity (via optional Bluetooth SD card), as well as productivity devices such as a global positioning system Global Positioning System: see navigation satellite. Global Positioning System (GPS) Precise satellite-based navigation and location system originally developed for U.S. military use. and barcode reader See bar code reader. . Users also can take advantage of the optional Toshiba Expansion Pack, which attaches to the bottom of the e740 allowing customers to effortlessly conduct presentations via a monitor or projector with the integrated RGB monitor (1) A video display screen that requires separate red, green and blue signals from the computer. It generates a better image than composite signals (TV) which merge the three colors together. It comes in both analog and digital varieties. port in the Expansion Pack. The Toshiba Expansion Pack also integrates a USB port A USB socket on a computer or peripheral device into which a USB cable is plugged. See USB. to connect to 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. native devices such as a full-size keyboard. For increased power and performance, an optional High Capacity battery is available that easily slides onto the back of the Toshiba Pocket PC e740, providing additional battery life. Both the High Capacity battery and Toshiba Expansion Pack can remain connected to the e740 while the device is in the cradle. Power and Features at Your Fingertips "Fingertips" is a 1963 number-one hit single recorded live by "Little" Stevie Wonder for Motown's Tamla label. Wonder's first hit single, "Fingertips" was the first live, non-studio recording to reach number-one on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in the United States. Powering the Toshiba Pocket PC e740 is the new Intel PXA250 processor with Intel XScale technology at 400MHz. The new processor delivers increased performance and significant power savings to the Pocket PC e740 to handle intensive applications such as playing audio files or accessing multimedia presentations. "The Intel PXA250 processor is designed to boost the performance of mobile devices that support processing intensive applications such as multimedia files without sacrificing battery life," said Hans Geyer, vice president and general manager of Intel's PCA (tool, programming) PCA - A dynamic analyser from DEC giving information on run-time performance and code use. Components Group. "Intel is pleased to deliver these added benefits to Toshiba Pocket PC e740 customers." Complementing the increased performance of the Toshiba Pocket PC e740 is the robust Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 software including Pocket Word, Pocket Excel A version of Microsoft Excel for the Windows CE/Pocket PC operating system. , Pocket Internet Explorer A version of Microsoft Internet Explorer for the Pocket PC operating system. , Microsoft ActiveSync and Windows Media Player Digital jukebox software for Windows from Microsoft that plays a variety of audio, video and streaming formats including MP3, WMA, CD audio and MIDI. Starting with Version 6.2 in 1999, the Windows Media Rights Manager was added for securing copyrighted content. for Pocket PC. Best suited for corporate users, security features of the operating system include the Virtual Private Network client access to protect sensitive data and e-mail communication through remote access. Additionally, mobile professionals can utilize Terminal Services Client to remotely access business applications on its company's server. "By combining integrated Wi-Fi with secure, reliable and robust functionalities of Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 software, the Toshiba Pocket PC e740 brings mobile computing to a new level," said Juha Christensen, corporate vice president of the Mobile Devices Division at Microsoft Corp. "Users can now easily access e-mail in real-time and browse the Web at fast speeds in a wireless LAN environment." Pricing, Warranty and Availability The Toshiba Pocket PC e740 is competitively priced at $599 with a one-year standard limited parts and labor warranty and is available at computer superstores, consumer electronic stores and mass merchandisers, www.shoptoshiba.com and Toshiba's traditional distribution channels, VARs and mail-order partners. About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Toshiba Computer Systems Group, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems (TAIS TAIS Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. TAIS Tactical Airspace Integration System (US Army) TAIS Target Architecture and Implementation Strategy TAIS Texas Apiary Inspection Service ), is a leading vendor for portable computers. In addition to notebooks, the company offers portable and wireless accessories, Pocket PC devices It may never be fully completed or, depending on its its nature, it may be that it can never be completed. However, new and revised entries in the list are always welcome. This is a list of Pocket PC and Windows CE devices, and companies that make, or have made, them. and server computing solutions for business customers under the Toshiba brand name. For more information call 800/TOSHIBA or visit the company's Web site at www.csd.toshiba.com. With headquarters in Irvine, TAIS is comprised of multiple divisions that provide computer, communications and imaging products and services. Products include industry-leading portable computers, PDAs, mobile computing accessories, servers, including communications and portable servers, storage subsystems, cable modems, digital business telephone systems, voice-mail, digital cameras, security systems and projectors. TAIS provides sales, marketing, services and manufacturing for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company operating company A business that engages in transactions with outsiders. owned by Toshiba America Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corp., which is a world leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems. Toshiba has global sales of more than $40 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. See tables below for product specifications and available accessories.
Toshiba Pocket PC e740 Product Specifications
Operating System Microsoft Windows for Pocket PC 2002
Processor Intel PXA250 processor at 400MHz
Display Type Color reflective TFT
Resolution 240 x 320
Display size 3.5-inch diagonal TFT display
Number of Colors 64K (16-bit)
Graphics Processor ATI IMAGEON(TM)100
RAM 64MB
ROM 32MB
Input Method Stylus, Touch Screen
Communication Port Host USB
Cable USB Power Synch Cable
Cradle USB
Card Slots Secure Digital and CompactFlash II
Connectivity Integrated Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b),
Infrared port
Speaker & Microphone Yes
Audio Extension Stereo mini jack
Battery Type Advanced Lithium-ion
Dimensions (LxWxH) 4.9-inch x 3.1-inch x 0.6-inch
Weight 6.1 oz.
Available Accessories
Toshiba SD Memory 32MB, 64MB, 128MB
Productivity Toshiba Expansion Pack
Wireless Toshiba SD Bluetooth
Power Toshiba High Capacity battery
Cable USB Power Synch Cable
Cradle USB
Power AC Adapter
Carrying case Leather Case
Miscellaneous Screen overlay
Note to Editors: Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corp. BLUETOOTH is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba Inc. under license. All other trademarks belong to their respective companies. Pricing and specifications are subject to change. |
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