Xybernaut Unveils Context Aware Computing; Allows Wearable Computer Users to Simultaneously View Critical Information Using Multiple Display Devices.Business and Technology Editors LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2001 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). 2001 - Xybernaut(R) Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : XYBR XYBR Xybernaut Corp (stock symbol) ) today announced Context Aware Computing(TM) -- a unique way to use multiple display devices with wearable computers. Context aware, which has been incorporated into Xybernaut's Mobile Assistant(R) MA(R) V platform, the company's latest generation of mobile solutions for enterprise applications, allows MA V users to simultaneously display critical information or different data components using multiple display devices -- such as flat-panel displays (FPDs) and/or head-mount displays (HMDs). Enterprise customers currently employ Xybernaut wearable computers in a variety of workflow and field force automation applications related to inspection and maintenance, quality assurance, asset management, program management and other critical business functions. Context Aware can be employed by their teams in the field to display critical information in the manner that is most appropriate for the task at-hand. Context Aware arose from Xybernaut's close work with many of its enterprise customers in many diverse industry sectors such as telemedicine, telemaintenance, queue-busting/reservations, education and others to evaluate their unique challenges and to refine the MA platform to meet these needs. Context Aware allows users in the field to simultaneously utilize a small, easily viewable display device, such as a HMD See head mounted display. or wrist-mounted display, with a larger viewing device such as a FPD (1) (Flat Panel Display) See LCD, plasma display, EL display, FED and flat panel display. (2) (Field Programmable Device) An umbrella term for all chips that can be programmed by the customer including SPLDs, CPLDs and FPGAs. See PLD. . In telecommunications maintenance, for example, a user might display a city grid map on the FPD while viewing detailed step-by-step repair instructions using the HMD. The user would have constant access to selected critical information through the HMD, while keeping real-time connection to the task at-hand. The hands-free aspects of HMD technologies, give the user constant information related to ever-changing situational context. In addition, the FPD can be viewed for a more comprehensive computing environment as greater amounts of information are needed. "Simply put, Context Aware Computing exists when two or more display devices work together," said Edward G. Newman, chairman, 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. of Xybernaut. "Context Aware reduces overloads of irrelevant data yet increases productivity and efficiency by allowing field service professionals to utilize vast amounts of information where and when the need arises." The MA V wearable computer platform is powered by an Intel(R) 500 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. processor and can be configured with up to 256 Mb of RAM, 5Gb of hard disk space (expandable to 32Gb) and a new hot-swappable lithium ion A rechargeable battery technology introduced in 1991 that provides greater charge per pound than nickel metal hydride. In 1993, Toshiba introduced the first notebook in the U.S. with a Li-ion battery. internal battery. Utilizing open computing See open system and open source. standards, the MA V supports all major PC operating systems, including Windows(R) 98/2000/NT/XP, Linux and Unix. The MA V units also incorporates a variety of interface components that support digital and analog video with 8Mb of video memory, Bluetooth messaging, DSP (1) (Digital Signal Processor) A special-purpose CPU used for digital signal processing applications (see definition #2 below). It provides ultra-fast instruction sequences, such as shift and add, and multiply and add, which are commonly used in math-intensive sound/voice support, 2 USB ports, 1 CompactFlash(TM) port, FireWire(TM) high speed peripheral support, 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. ports which support wireless network or Internet connectivity, as well as support for a variety of flat panel and head mount display options and input devices. About Xybernaut Corporation Xybernaut Corporation is the leading provider of wearable/mobile computing hardware, software and services. The company, which pioneered wearable computing, brings communications and full-function computing power in a hands-free design to people when and where they need it. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Xybernaut has offices and subsidiaries in Europe (Germany) and Asia (Japan). Visit Xybernaut's web site at www.xybernaut.com. Windows 98, windows 2000, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Xybernaut, the Xybernaut logo, and Mobile Assistant V (MA V) are trademarks or registered trademarks of Xybernaut Corporation in the USA and other countries. All other brand and product names are or may be trademarks of, and are used to identify products or services of, their respective owners. 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Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any of the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, market conditions, the availability of components and successful production of the Company's products, general acceptance of the Company's products and technologies, competitive factors, timing, and other risks described in the Company's SEC reports and filings. |
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