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Apricot Computers Ltd: Apricot Computers Makes its Comeback with Entry into the Ultra-Mobile PC Market; Apricot Returns to UKwith a Sub-Laptop for Mobile Business Professionals and Home Users(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) RDATE:16102008 London -- Apricot Computers Ltd returns to the UKmarket today with a strategic entry into the burgeoning Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC) market. The latest sub-laptop on the market, Apricot's PicoBook Pro runs on either Linux or Windows XP, with a 60Gb hard drive, an 8.9" screen and impressive battery life of 4 hours. PicoBook Pro is also very light, weighing in at 0.98kg, yet it still manages to accommodate a generous sized keyboard for ease of typing, complete with WiMAX support, an in-built VGA output, Bluetooth, two USB 2.0 ports and a storage card slot; ideal for the mobile user whether it's for work or play. Apricot's PicoBook Pro has been developed entirely with the mobile user in mind and its price of GBP279 (incl. VAT) gives it mass market appeal. According to the Apricot ethos, an ultra portable computer should be functional with enough hard disk space to run and store multi-media programmes, yet use power conservatively to save on energy and battery life. PicoBook Pro is one of the greenest sup-laptops in the marketplace, using ultra-low voltage (ULV)/1.2 GHz. Users can also boot their PicoBook Pro in under 30 seconds. The new CEO of Apricot Computers, Shahid Sultan, commented on the company's first product announcement since its re-entry into the UKlast month: "Many offerings in the sub-laptop market are missing the point. A mobile PC user fundamentally wants to be able to connect to the internet whenever and wherever they are and to be able to use it for a prolonged period of time, without needing to charge the batteries. We have created a PC that is truly mobile and - despite its high quality credentials, functionality and look and feel - it is also affordable." Product Specifications: Specification Details Dimensions/Weight Physical size: 230mm x 171mm x 38.7mm Weight: 0.98kg Battery/AC Adaptor 4CELL Li-ion Battery, 2200mA, giving up to 4 hours use International auto-sensing adaptor 110-240V Display 8.9" Wide Screen WS VGA (1024 x 600) Supports LCD, CRT, TV, or LCD/CRT Dual Display Storage/Memory 60 Gigabyte Hard Disk 1024MB (1GB) DDRH RAM 667Mhz Operating System Linux: Novell SUSE Enterprise Windows XP: Genuine Windows XP Home Edition Communications Built-in 10/100 based-T LAN 3945 ABG Wireless LAN 802.11abg Bluetooth, optional WiMAX I/O Ports D-SUB 15Pin x 1 USB 2.0 Port x 2 Mic-in Port x1 Line-inPortx1 RJ45 Port x1 Kensington Anchor Point Processor VIA C7-M Ultra-Low Voltage 1.2 GHz VIA TwinTurbo Technology - 400MHz Clock speed Graphics High Performance 3D Graphics: VIA Chrome9 HC3 integrated graphics core, full DirectX 9.0 support Audio VIA Vinyl HD Audio controller supports up to eight high definition channels with a 192kHz sampling rate, delivering a richer all-round digital media experience. Chipset VIA VX800 Unified Chipset Additional Features 1.3 Mega-pixel Integrated Webcam Built-in 4 in 1 Card-reader Pricing and Availability Apricot's PicoBook Pro is available now and is priced at GBP279 including VAT, which comes with Linux pre-installed. Customers can opt to install XP at an additional cost. PicoBook Pro is available to buy directly from the Apricot website (www.apricotcomputers.com) from today and production units will ship from 1st November 2008, with 14 day delivery time. Apricot is currently seeking partnerships with UKdistributors and resellers for PicoBook Pro. About Apricot Computers Apricot Computers Ltd was established in the UKin 1965. Formally owned by Mitsubishi Corporation, Apricot is now a manufacturer of ultra mobile personal computers and has its headquarters based in the UK. Apricot was the first company in the world with several technical innovations, including the first commercial shipment of an all-in-one system with a 3.5-inch floppy drive, while in the early 1990's it manufactured one of the world's most secure x86-based PCs, sold exclusively to the UK government. Apricot continues in its dedication to producing excellent products and services. Apricot has had impressive global successes historically and is now manufacturing products to suit today's more connected world and mobile lifestyles. CONTACT: Rosaline Mills, PR Consultant, Bamboo PR Ltd Tel: +44 (0)845 257 7115 Tel: +44 (0)795 160 9706 Apricot Computers Ltd WWW: http://www.apricotcomputers.com ((M2 Communications Ltd disclaims all liability for information provided within M2 PressWIRE. Data supplied by named party/parties. Further information on M2 PressWIRE can be obtained at http://www.presswire.net on the world wide web. Inquiries to [email protected])). Copyright ? 2008 M2 Communications Ltd. |