SurfaceInk Announces the PowerPlay Grip for the Tapwave Zodiac Console; The ``Must Have'' Accessory for Every Tapwave Gamer.To download high-resolution, print-ready JPEG JPEG in full Joint Photographic Experts Group Standard computer file format for storing graphic images in a compressed form for general use. JPEG images are compressed using a mathematical algorithm. images, click on the thumbnail image above. WARNING: these images are very large (800K+) Click here for caption Business Editors/High-Tech Writers E3Expo 2004 MULTIMEDIA AVAILABLE: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=4638741 LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 12, 2004 SurfaceInk(R) Corporation, a mechanical engineering and product development company, announced today the PowerPlay grip. This is an ergonomic grip created exclusively to fit the Tapwave(TM) Zodiac(TM) console. When snapped onto the Zodiac console, it transforms the ergonomics ergonomics, the engineering science concerned with the physical and psychological relationship between machines and the people who use them. The ergonomicist takes an empirical approach to the study of human-machine interactions. into that of a full-size video game controller. The PowerPlay grip provides ultimate comfort, which enables continuous play for hours and gives the performance advantage every serious Tapwave gamer needs. The PowerPlay grip is the first aftermarket Aftermarket See: Secondary market. aftermarket See secondary market. accessory designed to enhance the Zodiac console gaming experience. "When SurfaceInk first approached us with this idea, we knew it would be a great addition to the Zodiac gaming console See video game console. ," said Tim Twerdahl, Tapwave's Director of Console Development. "People love the portability of the Zodiac console. Gamers love the feel of a full-size video game controller," said Eric Bauswell, SurfaceInk's President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "And the PowerPlay grip gives you the best of both worlds." The PowerPlay grip easily attaches and fits inside the Zodiac sport case. It accommodates a variety of headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. including the Zodiac console's earbuds and includes molded rubber grips for a more stable gaming interface. The Zodiac console already comes with an AC adaptor, a USB/power cable, earbuds, wrist strap A device that grounds the user when making repairs to electronic equipment. It prevents electrostatic discharge (ESD) by channeling static electricity from the person to ground. One end is wrapped around the wrist, and the other is typically attached to the frame of the device being and a flip cover. The PowerPlay will be available in mid-June 2004 at www.tapwave.com. About SurfaceInk: SurfaceInk Corporation is a mechanical engineering product development consulting firm Noun 1. consulting firm - a firm of experts providing professional advice to an organization for a fee consulting company business firm, firm, house - the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments; "he worked for a based in Saratoga, CA. They have a talented team of engineers dedicated to producing high-end mechanical engineering for the Silicon Valley's top industrial design groups, computer companies and product manufacturers, such as Apple Computers, Inc., pa1mOne, Tapwave and AlphaSmart. SurfaceInk offers complete product development services and on-site engineering consulting. For further information about the company and its services, visit the company web site located at www.surfaceink.com. SurfaceInk and the SurfaceInk swirl and logo are registered trademarks of SurfaceInk Corporation. NOTE: Tapwave, the Tapwave logo, Zodiac and the Zodiac logo are registered trademarks of Tapwave, Inc. MULTIMEDIA AVAILABLE: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=4638741 |
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