SCM Microsystems Launches Dazzle 6 in 1 Card Reader for the Multi-Device User.Business Editors COMDEX The former, premier computer trade show in the U.S. Although it grew into an end user event, it was originally created for dealers and distributors (it was the COMputer Dealers EXposition). Fall 2001 GUILFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 24, 2001 First compact dual-slot reader to accept six different types of media in one simple solution SCM (1) (Software Configuration Management, Source Code Management) See configuration management. (2) See supply chain management. Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCMM SCMM Standing Committee on Military Matters SCMM Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon (Mumbai, India) SCMM SoCal MINI Maniacs (Los Angeles, CA) SCMM Software Capability Maturity Model ; Neuer Markt: SMY SMY Solar Maximum Year ), a leading provider of solutions that open the Digital World, will introduce at COMDEX Fall 2001 the industry's smallest Windows(R) XP-ready, 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. device to transfer digital content from a variety of media. This universal reader, the Dazzle 6 in 1, is the first to accept six different types of digital media in one compact dual-slot design - eliminating the need for a consumer to purchase multiple readers for their varying digital devices such as MP3 players, digital cameras, camcorders, cell phones, and PDAs. The Dazzle 6 in 1 can read any flash media from any digital device and is upgradeable for future formats. The dual-slot design accepts all types of media including CompactFlash(TM) Type I and II, 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) Microdrive(TM), SmartMedia(TM), SD Card(TM), MultiMediaCard(TM) and Sony Memory Stick(TM). The two slots work concurrently, allowing direct transfer between the media. "Store shelves are flooded with digital devices that support various media formats, requiring users to purchase readers that will function with each media type," said Al Conte, vice president of Retail Brands at SCM Microsystems. "The Dazzle 6 in 1 is an ideal solution as it allows consumers to purchase just one reader for transferring digital data between their PC or Mac and a huge variety of digital gadgets, including MP3 players, PDAs, digital cameras, digital camcorders, voice recorders, eBooks and smart phones." The Dazzle 6 in 1 reader can be used as a removable disk A disk or disk cartridge that is inserted into the drive for reading and writing and removed when not required. Using optical technologies, CDs and DVDs are the most common examples. drive, with USB true plug-and-play capability. For newer operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. including Window Me and Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. , the Dazzle 6 in 1 is mass storage compliant and requires no additional software drivers to be installed. The Dazzle 6 in 1 reader will be available in November, 2001 at the suggested retail price of $69.99. This new reader features Dazzle OnDVD software utility, an exciting new development that allows consumers to quickly and easily transfer photos from a digital camera to a PC, create a photo slideshow and then burn it on a CD for playback on a DVD player A stand-alone device that plays DVDs. It contains a DVD drive and the electronics to decode the digital video. The device may play only manufactured DVDs, or it may be able to play DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs. DVD players are cabled to a TV or home theater system for display. . Dazzle products can be purchased from a nationwide network of retailers and resellers including CompUSA, Best Buy, Fry's Electronics, Micro Center, Office Depot, Staples and Sears. They are also available online at www.dazzle.com. About Dazzle Digital Media Products Dazzle digital media products are designed and built to be easy to use and help both amateur and professional users capture, edit and share digital video and photos with high quality results. The Dazzle family of innovative products includes the Dazzle Digital Media Readers, Flash Card Readers, Digital Video Creator Series, Dazzle DV-Editor Series and Dazzle DV-Bridge Series. Dazzle products are available from a nationwide network of retailers and resellers including CompUSA, Best Buy, Fry's Electronics, Micro Center, Office Depot, OfficeMax, Staples, Sears and Walmart. The products are also available online at www.dazzle.com. The Dazzle brand of products is manufactured by SCM Microsystems, based in Fremont, California. About SCM Microsystems SCM Microsystems is a leading supplier of solutions that open the Digital World by enabling people to conveniently access digital content and services. SCM's advanced silicon hardware and software solutions enable secure exchange of electronic information for digital applications from e-commerce to broadband content delivery by providing controlled access points to platforms such as PCs, digital cameras, and digital television set-top boxes. Known as a premier supplier to 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 companies around the world, SCM also serves the retail market through its Dazzle and Microtech(TM) product brands. Global headquarters are in Fremont, California, with European headquarters in Pfaffenhofen, Germany. Headquarters for the company's Retail Brands Group are in Guilford, Connecticut. For additional information, visit the SCM Microsystems Website at www.scmmicro.com. Notes to Editors: All trademarks are the trademarks of their respective owners. |
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