10 March 2003
NEC Computers International (NEC CI), one of the major subsidiaries of NEC Corporation, today introduces the NEC VERSA T400, the world’s thinnest and lightest tablet PC that will provide mobile workers with NEC latest technology, maximum portability, performance and ultra-high flexibility.
Developed by NEC Corporation, the NEC VERSA T400 will allow mobile workers to benefit from the combination of maximum portability, performance and flexibility. The NEC VERSA T400 is an ultra thin -15mm - and light - 999g* -platform for business users who require maximum portability.
Users can write directly onto the 10.4 inch screen using a digital pen, browse the Internet, send e-mail and even use the tablet as a mobile telephone.
Powered by an Ultra-Low-Voltage Mobile Intelâ Pentiumâ III Processor - M at 933 MHz, including Intelâ SpeedStepâ Technology, which automatically optimises application performance and power usage to deliver longer battery life, the tablet promises to meet the needs of those who do not want the weight and bulkiness of a notebook, but still need advanced computing power on the move.
“The VERSA T400 represents the vanguard of 21st century computing. We anticipate demand to outstrip supply for this futuristic technology. NEC is not only one of the first technology companies to release a tablet PC, but has the additional credit of making it the thinnest and lightest available - without compromising on functionality,” said Lenia Iacovides, Managing Director of interFRONTIERS, the Cyprus-based Regional Business Development Unit for NEC Computers International in the Middle East, Mediterranean, Adriatic and Africa regions.
According to research company IDC, the Tablet PC market is expecting to ship 675,000 units in the US alone in 2003 – that’s five per cent of the total notebook market. Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer said the new format could eventually account for one-third of all computers - by supplanting the laptop.
Add in the NEC VERSA T400’s support for Voice over IP (VoIP) - that will allow users to receive and give calls as well as transfer voice data, to have discussions while editing and viewing the same material in real-time from remote locations – and the tablet will clearly prove to be outstandingly popular.
The tablet is loaded with Microsoftâ Windowsâ XP Tablet PC Edition, and a complete suite of the latest applications, including Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook Express, Norton Antivirus 2002, Acrobat Reader 5.0, and Plug-ins for a digital pen.
The NEC VERSA T400 comes with a built-in 10/100 LAN card and wireless 802.11a/b card, which makes it easy to connect while away from the office. Additionally, the NEC VERSA T400 features three USB 2.0 ports and one CF card slot, allowing for the connection of almost every kind of external device imaginable.
The tablet is available in the Middle East today, from any of the regional NEC CI Authorised Resellers: Al Yousuf Computers in the UAE; Computer Castle and Saudi Soft in Saudi Arabia, Universe Computers in Kuwait and @ Computers in Bahrain, or you can contact NEC’s Regional Business Development Unit, Cyprus-based interFRONTIERS on email: info@inter-frontiers.com.
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Technical Editor Information:
CPU: Ultra-Low-Voltage Mobile Intelâ Pentiumâ III Processor - M at 933 MHz
Chipset: Ali Napa 2-t
Memory: 256MB built in
Up to 512MB using 1 SO-DIMM Slot
Video: 10.4” XGA TFT screen – Embedded 16Mb NorthBridge VRAM
Sound SoundBlaster compatible
Communication: RJ45 jack – 10/100 TX LAN – Built-in Wireless LAN
Storage 20GB HDD
Power 4-cell Li-Ion, providing three hours full-time usage
OS Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Software Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Oultook Express, Norton Antivirus
2002, Acrobat Reader 5.0, Plug-ins for digital pen
Security Kensington Lock Hole
About NEC Computers International
NEC Computers International (NEC CI) is Europe's sixth largest manufacturer of personal computers, supplying the consumer market with the Packard Bell brand, Europe's home PC leader (Source: Gartner Dataquest - February 2003), and the professional market with the NEC brand.
One of the major consolidated subsidiaries of the Japanese NEC Corporation - and part of the operation of NEC Solutions - NEC CI benefits from the group's on-going commitment to Research and Development.
NEC CI supplies personal computers, servers and Internet solutions to individuals, corporations, government and other public sector agencies in Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia (except Japan and China).
For the past six years, NEC CI's annual unit sales have recorded an average increase of 20%. The company employs 3,000 people worldwide. Its headquarters are located in Wijchen, The Netherlands.
For more information, please visit www.nec-online.com.
All brands are the property of their respective owners.
About interFRONTIERS
interFRONTIERS is a Cyprus-based company and the Regional Business Development Unit for NEC and Packard Bell in the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Middle East and Africa areas (excluding South Africa). interFRONTIERS is formed by a team of professionals who between them have held key positions with IT companies and other blue chip organisations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, covering the area of sales, channel management and brand development. interFRONTIERS, a company unique by definition, specialises in business and channel development working under the umbrella of the NEC International Operations Team in Angers. interFRONTIERS is responsible for qualifying and recruiting new channel partners; development and management of the channel, as well as offering sales, bids and tenders and local marketing support in the designated region.
For more general information, visit www.nec-online.com or contact:
For further information about NEC Computers International and interFRONTIERS:
Christina Stylianou, Marketing Director
interFRONTIERS Services Ltd
Regional Business Development Unit for
NEC & Packard Bell SEEMEA
Tel: + 357 22625222,
Fax:+ 357 22625223
E-mail: info@inter-frontiers.com
For further information about the P700
Vakis Chimonides, Director Product Marketing
interFRONTIERS Services Ltd
Regional Business Development Unit for
NEC & Packard Bell SEEMEA
Tel: + 357 22625222,
Fax:+ 357 22625223
E-mail: info@inter-frontiers.com
Will Rankin, MCS/Action,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates,
Tel: +971 3902980,
Fax: +971 4 3908161
E-mail: will@mcsaction.com
Visit NEC CI and interFRONTIERS at CEBIT,
NEC EUROPE BOOTH (B20), Hall 2,
12-19 March 2003
NEC Computers International (NEC CI), one of the major subsidiaries of NEC Corporation, today introduces the NEC VERSA T400, the world’s thinnest and lightest tablet PC that will provide mobile workers with NEC latest technology, maximum portability, performance and ultra-high flexibility.
Developed by NEC Corporation, the NEC VERSA T400 will allow mobile workers to benefit from the combination of maximum portability, performance and flexibility. The NEC VERSA T400 is an ultra thin -15mm - and light - 999g* -platform for business users who require maximum portability.
Users can write directly onto the 10.4 inch screen using a digital pen, browse the Internet, send e-mail and even use the tablet as a mobile telephone.
Powered by an Ultra-Low-Voltage Mobile Intelâ Pentiumâ III Processor - M at 933 MHz, including Intelâ SpeedStepâ Technology, which automatically optimises application performance and power usage to deliver longer battery life, the tablet promises to meet the needs of those who do not want the weight and bulkiness of a notebook, but still need advanced computing power on the move.
“The VERSA T400 represents the vanguard of 21st century computing. We anticipate demand to outstrip supply for this futuristic technology. NEC is not only one of the first technology companies to release a tablet PC, but has the additional credit of making it the thinnest and lightest available - without compromising on functionality,” said Lenia Iacovides, Managing Director of interFRONTIERS, the Cyprus-based Regional Business Development Unit for NEC Computers International in the Middle East, Mediterranean, Adriatic and Africa regions.
According to research company IDC, the Tablet PC market is expecting to ship 675,000 units in the US alone in 2003 – that’s five per cent of the total notebook market. Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer said the new format could eventually account for one-third of all computers - by supplanting the laptop.
Add in the NEC VERSA T400’s support for Voice over IP (VoIP) - that will allow users to receive and give calls as well as transfer voice data, to have discussions while editing and viewing the same material in real-time from remote locations – and the tablet will clearly prove to be outstandingly popular.
The tablet is loaded with Microsoftâ Windowsâ XP Tablet PC Edition, and a complete suite of the latest applications, including Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook Express, Norton Antivirus 2002, Acrobat Reader 5.0, and Plug-ins for a digital pen.
The NEC VERSA T400 comes with a built-in 10/100 LAN card and wireless 802.11a/b card, which makes it easy to connect while away from the office. Additionally, the NEC VERSA T400 features three USB 2.0 ports and one CF card slot, allowing for the connection of almost every kind of external device imaginable.
The tablet is available in the Middle East today, from any of the regional NEC CI Authorised Resellers: Al Yousuf Computers in the UAE; Computer Castle and Saudi Soft in Saudi Arabia, Universe Computers in Kuwait and @ Computers in Bahrain, or you can contact NEC’s Regional Business Development Unit, Cyprus-based interFRONTIERS on email: info@inter-frontiers.com.
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Technical Editor Information:
CPU: Ultra-Low-Voltage Mobile Intelâ Pentiumâ III Processor - M at 933 MHz
Chipset: Ali Napa 2-t
Memory: 256MB built in
Up to 512MB using 1 SO-DIMM Slot
Video: 10.4” XGA TFT screen – Embedded 16Mb NorthBridge VRAM
Sound SoundBlaster compatible
Communication: RJ45 jack – 10/100 TX LAN – Built-in Wireless LAN
Storage 20GB HDD
Power 4-cell Li-Ion, providing three hours full-time usage
OS Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Software Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Oultook Express, Norton Antivirus
2002, Acrobat Reader 5.0, Plug-ins for digital pen
Security Kensington Lock Hole
About NEC Computers International
NEC Computers International (NEC CI) is Europe's sixth largest manufacturer of personal computers, supplying the consumer market with the Packard Bell brand, Europe's home PC leader (Source: Gartner Dataquest - February 2003), and the professional market with the NEC brand.
One of the major consolidated subsidiaries of the Japanese NEC Corporation - and part of the operation of NEC Solutions - NEC CI benefits from the group's on-going commitment to Research and Development.
NEC CI supplies personal computers, servers and Internet solutions to individuals, corporations, government and other public sector agencies in Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia (except Japan and China).
For the past six years, NEC CI's annual unit sales have recorded an average increase of 20%. The company employs 3,000 people worldwide. Its headquarters are located in Wijchen, The Netherlands.
For more information, please visit www.nec-online.com.
All brands are the property of their respective owners.
About interFRONTIERS
interFRONTIERS is a Cyprus-based company and the Regional Business Development Unit for NEC and Packard Bell in the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Middle East and Africa areas (excluding South Africa). interFRONTIERS is formed by a team of professionals who between them have held key positions with IT companies and other blue chip organisations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, covering the area of sales, channel management and brand development. interFRONTIERS, a company unique by definition, specialises in business and channel development working under the umbrella of the NEC International Operations Team in Angers. interFRONTIERS is responsible for qualifying and recruiting new channel partners; development and management of the channel, as well as offering sales, bids and tenders and local marketing support in the designated region.
For more general information, visit www.nec-online.com or contact:
For further information about NEC Computers International and interFRONTIERS:
Christina Stylianou, Marketing Director
interFRONTIERS Services Ltd
Regional Business Development Unit for
NEC & Packard Bell SEEMEA
Tel: + 357 22625222,
Fax:+ 357 22625223
E-mail: info@inter-frontiers.com
For further information about the P700
Vakis Chimonides, Director Product Marketing
interFRONTIERS Services Ltd
Regional Business Development Unit for
NEC & Packard Bell SEEMEA
Tel: + 357 22625222,
Fax:+ 357 22625223
E-mail: info@inter-frontiers.com
Will Rankin, MCS/Action,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates,
Tel: +971 3902980,
Fax: +971 4 3908161
E-mail: will@mcsaction.com
Visit NEC CI and interFRONTIERS at CEBIT,
NEC EUROPE BOOTH (B20), Hall 2,
12-19 March 2003
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