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Toshiba Introduces New Consumer-Friendly PDA; Mobile Pioneer Expands PDA Product Line-Up with the New Pocket PC e310 Geared for Value Seeking Buyers.


Business Editors & High-Tech Writers

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 22, 2002

Spearheading Toshiba to the forefront of the Pocket PC industry and extending its mobile and wireless strategy one step further, Toshiba's Computer Systems Group (CSG CSG - constructive solid geometry ) today announced the expansion of its successful 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).  product line with the new Toshiba Pocket PC e310.

Value-priced at $399, the newly designed color PDA is enabled by the Microsoft Windows See Windows.

(operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then.
 Powered Pocket PC 2002 operating system operating system (OS)

Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs.
 and a host of expansion capabilities, surpassing the needs and expectations of the customer.

Easily transportable and weighing less than five ounces, the sleek Toshiba Pocket PC e310 is best suited for first-time PDA buyers, or second-time, price conscious buyers looking for Looking for

In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with.
 enhanced capabilities beyond simple calendar and address book functionality to help organize their valuable data.

"The Toshiba Pocket PC e310 is the perfect companion to manage work-life requirements," said Oscar Koenders, vice president of product marketing, Toshiba CSG. "Its price appeal coupled with rich functionality empower users to manage their working and personal lives."

Easy to use right out of the box, the Toshiba Pocket PC e310 uses a simple and familiar user interface and comes fully equipped with a 3.5-inch diameter high-resolution 64K color display; Microsoft Windows Powered Pocket PC 2002 operating system 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, Microsoft Pocket Media Player for Pocket PC 2002; 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.
 cradle and an integrated Secure Digital(TM) (SD) expansion slot A receptacle inside a computer or other electronic system that accepts a printed circuit board. The number of slots determines future expansion. See PC data buses.

(hardware) expansion slot - A connector in a computer into which an expansion card can be plugged.
.

Whether a user is in the office or on the go, the Toshiba Pocket PC e310 provides a host of benefits and handles busy lifestyles with the greatest of ease, all packaged in a lightweight form factor that can go just about anywhere.

Indoors or outdoors, the new PDA displays brilliant images using thousands of colors. Multimedia enthusiasts will enjoy its ability to play audio and video files, or simply organize and view digital photography and images.

The Toshiba Pocket PC e310 also offers flexible expansion options via the SD card slot A socket for inserting a printed circuit board or a PC Card (CardBus card). See PC Card. , perfect for adding extensive data storage, transferring digital and audio files, or for adding Bluetooth(TM) wireless connectivity for the exchange of information between other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

"Toshiba's Pocket PCs have continued to generate positive feedback since the Pocket PC 2002 software launch last year," said Juha Christensen, corporate vice president of the Microsoft Mobility Group.

"The e310's slim new form factor is a great value, offering users a low-cost mobile solution that will meet both their personal and business needs. We are thrilled to welcome this device to the existing Pocket PC product lineup."

Pricing, Warranty and Availability

The Toshiba Pocket PC e310 is competitively priced at $399 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 is one of the world's leading vendors for portable computers. In addition to notebooks, the company offers portable and wireless accessories, a Pocket PC device, 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, 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 comprised of multiple divisions that provide computer, communications and imaging products and services. Products include industry-leading portable computers, PDAs, 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  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 United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area.  and Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. . 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 $50 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.

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.

See attached tables for product specifications and available accessories.


Toshiba Pocket PC e310 Product Specifications

Operating System               Microsoft Pocket PC 2002
Processor                      Intel(R) StrongARM(R) 206MHz
Display Type                   Color reflective TFT
Resolution                     240 x 320
Display size                   3.5-inch
Number of Colors               64K (16-bit)
RAM                            32MB
ROM                            32MB
Input Method                   Stylus, Touch Screen
Communication Port             USB client
Cable                          USB Synch Cable, Power/Synch Cable
Cradle                         USB Cradle
Card Slot                      SD x 1
Wireless Connectivity          IR (115Kbps)
Speaker & Microphone           Yes
Audio Extension                Stereo mini jack
Battery Type                   Advanced Lithium-ion
Dimensions (WxDxH)             3.1-inch x .47-inch x 4.9-inch
Weight                         4.9 oz.
Warranty                       1 year parts and labor

Available Accessories

SD Memory                      16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB
Wireless                       SD Bluetooth
Cable                          USB Synch Cable, Power/Synch Cable
Cradle                         USB Cradle
Power                          AC Adapter
Carrying case                  Leather Holster Case
                               Leather Zippered Case
Miscellaneous                  Screen overlay
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